ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 13, 2023) This week, 382nd District Judge Brett Hall sentenced Dallas County resident Keith Bernard Burkins to thirty (30) years in prison for the offenses of Possession with Intent to Deliver Cocaine in an amount of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by […]
HEATH, TX (Sept. 9, 2023) In an inspiring turn of events at a back-to-school lock-in party for 6th graders, Rockwall ISD student Rachel Gilmore emerged as the winner of a “heads or tails” contest, converting her prize into a meaningful donation. Rachel was awarded a $100 prize, which she enthusiastically chose to donate to the […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Sept. 7, 2023) Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church invites you to St. Francis of Assisi Blessing of the Animals Service, 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at 1524 Smirl Drive, Heath, TX 75032. Bring your leashed or crated pet friends for a blessing! All are welcome to attend and your loved one […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 6, 2023) Rockwall Art League (RAL) is proud to present the 23rd Annual Juried Fine Art Show & Sale, September 22nd – September 30th at Cavender Nissan of Rockwall. This is the RAL signature event of the year. We’re excited to announce the move to a beautiful new venue that provides more space and […]
Rockwall, TX (September 6, 2023) – In an effort to prioritize the safety and well-being of players, staff and attendees, the Rockwall High School vs. Prosper High School varsity football game on Friday, Sept. 8 at the Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium has been delayed by 30 minutes due to extreme high temperatures. Friday’s game coincides with […]
Rockwall, TX (September 6, 2023) – The Rockwall Parks and Recreation “Butterfly Brigade” held their first Fall meeting on Tuesday, September 5. The program discussion on urban composting and pocket prairies supported future planning for the 36 volunteers who plant and maintain pollinator gardens and/or meadows in 8 Rockwall city parks. To volunteer with the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 29, 2023) The Gonzalez family of Rockwall loves their family craft time, and it shows! Together they’ve garnered several wins and honorable mentions at the State Fair of Texas creative arts competition. Emme Journey, a first grader at Amy Parks-Heath Elementary, placed third in ceramics and handpainted, China; honorable mention in painted […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 29, 2023) As we approach Labor Day and the upcoming holiday season, the Rockwall County Constable’s Office, Precinct 4, is urging Texas travelers to always celebrate responsibly and to always make safe driving habits a priority, and especially during heavily traveled periods. “As Texans travel to be with friends and family this […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 28, 2023) History buff and longtime Rockwall resident Gina Pickett looks forward to leading more Rockwall Ghost Walks through Downtown Rockwall this October. Tours will be held every Friday and Saturday throughout Halloween month. Blue Ribbon News ventured out on a ghost walk with Gina a couple year back. We enjoyed dinner […]
Rockwall, TX (August 22, 2023) – Concerts have evolved to larger-than-life experiences, perhaps more so since the pandemic ceased life as we once knew. Now, post-pandemic attendees are embracing a live big or go home attitude. Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” is making a statement like none other. Dressing the part makes the statement. But […]