Rockwall, TX (November 24, 2025) – December in Rockwall has always carried its own kind of magic—lights on the Square, familiar traditions, and neighbors greeting neighbors as they shop and celebrate. But here in Rockwall, the spirit of the season is defined by something deeper: unity. Giving. Connection. And a commitment to lifting up the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 21, 2025) – The Rockwall Police Department is excited to introduce Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K9 Nessa, the newest addition to our investigation team. K9 Nessa, a two-year-old black English Labrador retriever, is specially trained to locate hidden electronic storage devices, including thumb drives, cell phones, SD cards, tablets and hard drives […]
Rockwall County Jail book-in photo of Defendant Jason Aaron Smith ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 21, 2025) This week, a Rockwall County jury convicted Rockwall resident, Jason Aaron Smith, 46, for the offense of Evading Arrest/Detention with a Vehicle. After hearing evidence in the punishment phase of the trial, the jury deliberated less than ten minutes before […]
Rockwall, TX (November 21, 2025) – The J.E.R. Chilton YMCA Rockwall Riptides topped the Winter Championships held at the Rockwall ISD Aquatic Center on November 15-16, 2025! Amongst fierce competition from teams across the DFW area, Corsicana, and Abilene, the Riptides secured a first place overall in the team competition! The two-day event showcased young […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 21 , 2025) —Our holiday print edition is hot off the press and on its way to mailboxes across Rockwall County. Can’t wait? Click here to check out the digital version now. Blue Ribbon News is Rockwall County’s number one source for uplifting local stories and community-driven coverage—online and in print—for nearly […]
Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – On Tuesday, November 11, J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall staff, friends, and community members gathered in a poignant tribute reflecting on and honoring Veterans for their profound commitment to our nation. The annual event, which blends faithful prayer, unwavering patriotism, and deep appreciation, serves to remind all in attendance […]
Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – Rockwall Breakfast Rotary’s annual Coats for Kids event was held November 8 at Costco Rockwall. Coats for Kids is coordinated between Rockwall Breakfast Rotary, Rockwall Independent School District and Costco.It was a special day to welcome the families and their kids, who were able to pick out their own […]
Rockwall, TX (November 17, 2025) – A double dose of happy purrs are in store this week! Meet Vienna (left) and Golden (right) – both are super sweet and loving 10-month-old kittens who would love to find a forever home together! They can be adopted separately but would really prefer to stay together, if possible. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 14, 2025) — Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor is proud to announce the success of its First Annual Gumbo Cook-Off, where the community came together in true Cajun spirit to raise more than $1,500 for Givingmas, an East Dallas-based nonprofit that walks alongside families as they overcome barriers and build lasting […]
Rockwall, TX (November 13, 2025) – Join the Rockwall Community Band for a heartwarming evening of holiday music to kick off the Christmas season. The Christmas Joy Concert is scheduled for Thursday, December 18, at 7:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Rockwall. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy timeless Christmas classics, […]