Let’s Celebrate Rockwall’s 172nd Birthday! Saturday, May 16 from 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM | Downtown Rockwall and Harry Myers Park Rockwall is throwing one big birthday bash and you’re invited! Join us Saturday, May 16 for a full day of fun, food, family activities, and free live music as we celebrate Rockwall’s 172nd Founders Day. […]
Friends and family traveled to Boston to cheer on seven Rockwall runners who competed in the 130th annual Boston Marathon. ROCKWALL, TX (April 23, 2026) More than 30,000 elite runners from 123 countries and 50 states gave it their all at the 2026 Boston Marathon. Proudly representing Rockwall in the 26.2 mile race were seven […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 22, 2026) — Youth across the globe are invited to make a meaningful impact during Global Youth Service Day (April 24–26, 2026), with service opportunities continuing throughout April and May as part of Youth Service Month. Through JustServe.org, young people ages 5–25 can discover hands-on ways to get involved as they […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 22, 2026) — The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas hosted its 140th Annual Celebration on Thursday, April 16 at the Hilton Anatole, recognizing volunteers whose dedication supports the Y’s mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This year, 21 individuals across North Texas were honored with top awards for their service […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 22, 2026) — Friday and Saturday nights this summer will come alive in Rockwall as the city launches its annual San Jacinto Music Series. Held at San Jacinto Plaza from 7 to 9:30 p.m., the series kicks off its summer concerts this May with a full month of free live music featuring […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 22, 2026) This summer you can ‘Unearth A Story’ at the Rockwall County Library. There are summer reading club programs for all ages (children, teens, and adults)! The Summer Reading Club begins on Monday, June 1. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and a Kick-Off event with dinosaur-themed games and crafts for children […]
A treasured memory shared by longtime Rockwall resident and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Max Corneau with his own son, Justin, 3, when they visited the Flasher conning tower in Groton, CT shortly before she became the centerpiece of the national submarine memorial. (April 21, 2026) On Saturday, June 20, 2026 the National Museum of the […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 21, 2026) – The Rockwall County Detention Center offers a variety of inmate programs designed to improve safety during incarceration and equip inmates with the skills needed for successful reintegration into society. Because many individuals reenter the local community after release, these initiatives focus on reducing recidivism and promoting positive contributions […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — Catholic Charities Dallas, in partnership with the North Texas Food Bank, will bring its Mobile Community Pantry to Rockwall, providing free fresh food to individuals and families in need. The pantry will be hosted at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 1305 Damascus Rd., with multiple distribution dates […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — As early voting gets underway, Blue Ribbon News is resharing its Facebook livestream of the recent City Council Candidate Forum, following multiple community requests. The forum, hosted by the City of Rockwall on April 9, features candidates for the contested Rockwall City Council seats and is available for viewing […]