Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Content in the Good Things

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Content in the Good Things

Rockwall, TX (March 27, 2024) – Happiness is a place between too much and too little. – Finnish Proverb  Happiness is continuing to desire what we already have. – Saint Augustine The above quotes are favorites of mine. The first, a Finnish Proverb, is one that has rolled around in my spirit for years. Not […]

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs receives grant from IGT to further advance on-site Rockwall veterinary clinic

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs receives grant from IGT to further advance on-site Rockwall veterinary clinic

ROCKWALL, TX (March 27, 2024) – Patriot PAWS Service Dogs recently received a generous $10,000 donation from International Game & Technology (IGT) to purchase a Catalyst One Chemistry Analyzer from IDEXX Laboratories for their on-site veterinary clinic. Founded in 2006 by Lori Stevens, Patriot PAWS Service Dogs trains and provides Service Dogs of the highest […]

Rockwall County businesses offer ‘go blue’ promos throughout April

Rockwall County businesses offer ‘go blue’ promos throughout April

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 26, 2024) – The community is encouraged to join in as the following area businesses offer ‘Go Blue’ promotions throughout April to raise awareness and funds for the Children’s Advocacy Center during Child Abuse Prevention Month. Stop by to shop, support local, and #goblueforkids. SPECIAL DATES & EVENTS Providence Place Bridal […]

Texas Health earns national recognition for Workplace Wellness

Texas Health earns national recognition for Workplace Wellness

American Heart Association’s Well-being Works Better™ Scorecard recognizes commitment to health ARLINGTON, TX (March 26, 2024) – Texas Health Resources has earned Platinum level on the American Heart Association’s 2023 Well-being Works Better™ Scorecard. This national recognition highlights Texas Health’s commitment to employee health and well-being. The scorecard, formerly known as the Workforce Well-being Scorecard™, […]

Here’s why Rockwall County goes blue for kids in April

Here’s why Rockwall County goes blue for kids in April

Pictured are staff members of the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County. Photo by BRN Media/Blue Ribbon News.  Where healing begins… ROCKWALL, TX (March 26, 2024) Every April during Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County initiates a Go Blue for Kids campaign that engages the entire community. Proclamations are issued, […]

Special breed of ‘untouched’ horses begin a journey to a new life in France

Special breed of ‘untouched’ horses begin a journey to a new life in France

Rockwall, TX (March 25, 2024) – Earlier this month, nine mares and a young stud descended on Rockwall to make their mark in the equestrian world. The horses, Nokotas to be exact, were in Rockwall for the first stop of a long journey from North Dakota. A journey leading them to France and future homes […]

Rockwall Leadership team explores economic development and community growth in Rockwall

Rockwall Leadership team explores economic development and community growth in Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX (March 25, 2024) The Rockwall Leadership Class of 2024, sponsored by the Rockwall Area of Commerce, embarked on a day of discovery to gain insights into economic development and community growth initiatives in the region. This immersive experience provided valuable behind-the-scenes perspectives and strategic insights aimed at driving the future prosperity of Rockwall […]

Editor’s Note | Rockwall County’s REAL. GOOD. NEWS.

Editor’s Note | Rockwall County’s REAL. GOOD. NEWS.

ROCKWALL, TX (March 22, 2024) – For 12 years, Blue Ribbon News has been shining the spotlight on the people, places, and events that have a positive impact in our community. As Rockwall County’s #1 source for good news, our print edition delivers free to 17,500 homes and businesses and is available for pick-up at […]

National Charity League Lone Star Chapter hosts 2024 Senior Presentation

National Charity League Lone Star Chapter hosts 2024 Senior Presentation

Front row seated, from left: Macy Bortz, Morgan James, Karys Baker, Ava Dalton, Abbie Glaze, Kayla Resseguie, Kennedy Moorman, Ella Spicer, Hayes Sartin, Kennedy Cequina, Sophia Gonzalez, Holland Henderson, Anna Bailey. Back row standing, from left: Bella Kate Walker, Maya Rodriguez, Brooke Walker, Emily Nielsen, Ellie Austin, Bella Leugers, Landry Sartin, Rylie Cecil, Morgan Shellito, […]

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