(ROCKWALL-March 18, 2013) The Past-Presidents of the Lone Star Chapter of National Charity League will host an afternoon Tea at the home of Denise Bennett, on March 24 in honor of the Class of 2013 Senior Mothers. This is the first annual Tea, hosted by the past NCL presidents, in coordination with the Sustainers, also […]
(ROCKWALL-March 18, 2013) James Montgomery has been appointed general manager of the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront on Lake Ray Hubbard. Montgomery most recently served as Regional Director of Operations directing a portfolio of 9 hotel properties for the Gateway Hospitality Group. A 25-year hospitality veteran, Montgomery will continue to serve as Regional Director of Operations for […]
Perhaps not. At least not when it comes to the types of stories we cover. We prefer “good” news. There’s plenty of it to go around; it’s just rare to find those who will report it. At Blue Ribbon News, we shine the spotlight on people, places and events that impact our communities in a positive […]
Members model spring fashions at March gathering (ROCKWALL-March 15, 2013) The Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends were treated to a Spring Fashion Show at their regular monthly meeting on March 14. Brenda Estes, fashion coordinator from Belks, served as moderator. Members of Newcomers modeled the latest in Spring colors and styles. The fashions and accessories were provided […]
Blue Ribbon News thanks Mayor David Sweet for graciously sharing a little bit about his background and why he’s so passionate about making Rockwall such a great place to live, work and play. To nominate someone you know for our Good People profile series, email . WHERE WERE YOU BORN? Dallas HIGH SCHOOL? West Mesquite […]
Editor’s Note: Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship is located at 3800 Troy Road in Wylie, TX 75098, providing therapeutic sports riding classes and Hippotherapy to people with special needs. Equest has been serving people for more than 30 years, and their very first therapy horse was named Mrs. Butterworth. She just ‘crossed the rainbow bridge’ this past year and was […]
(ROCKWALL-March 12, 2013) MidSouth Bank, headquartered in Lafayette, LA broke ground for a new banking center located at 1102 East Highway 30 in Rockwall on March 12. MidSouth plans to move the current Rockwall banking center, located at 2435 Ridge Road, to the brand new facility by end of October 2013. The new Rockwall location […]
MusicFest Entertainment Series welcomes ‘brilliant’ comedy to the stage (ROCKWALL-March 12, 2013) On Monday, March 18, comedian Robert Post will bring his one-man variety show to town as part of Rockwall MusicFest’s 2013 Entertainment Series. Post’s act is inspired by his Italian grandmother (who sang at danced at nearly every family occasion, including funerals) – and […]
High school students encouraged to apply (ROCKWALL-March 31, 2013) Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall will offer a new student volunteer program this summer. The program, which provides opportunities to learn about a variety of hospital-related service lines, is open to excellent and outgoing students who are at least 16 years of age. Applications are available at […]
(ROCKWALL-March 10, 2013) A Fish Fry benefiting One Man’s Treasure Clothes Closet will be held Thursday, March 21 at the Rockwall UMC Multipurpose Room. There will be two seatings: 5 to 6:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The cost for adults is $13; children 9 and under are $6. Limited tickets are available. No […]