Patti Richter, On Faith: Great – And Not So Great – Expectations

Patti Richter, On Faith: Great – And Not So Great – Expectations

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 12, 2023) A young woman sat at her desk in an office that served university professors. She smiled at the sight of each vase of flowers delivered to her throughout the day—Valentine’s Day. She hadn’t expected this show of appreciation from those she worked for. Even so, she did hope for a […]

Cooking with Ease: Candy Sushi for the kiddos (or the kid in you!) this Valentine’s Day

Cooking with Ease: Candy Sushi for the kiddos (or the kid in you!) this Valentine’s Day

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 8, 2023) We have made it past the New Year and are headed straight into Valentine’s Day. A day designed for lovers. All the hearts, candy, flowers, balloons and stuffed animals. You are now probably wondering how Candy Sushi fits into this category. Well, it fits for a few reasons. Let me […]

Panthers, Pumas & Pancakes: All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast at In-Sync Exotics

Panthers, Pumas & Pancakes: All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast at In-Sync Exotics

WYLIE, TX (Feb. 6, 2023) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue, 3430 Skyview Drive in Wylie, will host an all-you-can-eat Valentine’s pancake breakfast and self-guided tour this Saturday, Feb. 11 from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Suggested donation: $25/adult; $15/seniors; $15/kids; under four free. Prepay tickets available at http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ValDayPancakes

Sneak peek at Blue Ribbon News’ Valentine’s issue, hot off the press

Sneak peek at Blue Ribbon News’ Valentine’s issue, hot off the press

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Feb. 1, 2023 — The print pub is on its way to mailboxes next week (pending any further weather-related delays at the post office!), but you can catch a digital view of our February issue right now by clicking the cover image below. Our special Valentine’s “How I Met My Mate” […]

Rowlett Reviews Book Club to welcome ‘The Watchdog’ Dave Lieber

ROWLETT, TX (Feb. 10, 2022) As friends and followers of Rowlett Reviews know only too well, February has traditionally been reserved for Rose-Mary Rumbley.  Unfortunately, our dear Rose-Mary is unable to be with us this February.  Needless to say, we will miss her wonderful wit and entertaining review. However, we are very fortunate to have […]

Local restaurants offering special menus this Valentine’s

Local restaurants offering special menus this Valentine’s

Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor 2067 Summer Lee, Rockwall, TX  Sweetheart prix fixe menu available 4-10pm Friday, Feb. 11 through Monday, Feb. 14, $69.99/couple. Add a bottle of Chardonnay, Cabernet or Champagne for $20. Begin with Oysters on the Half Shell or Crab Cakes with Creamy Shrimp Sauce, and House Salad. Choose from Cajun […]

‘How I Met My Mate’ 2022: Local couples share their love stories

‘How I Met My Mate’ 2022: Local couples share their love stories

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 31, 2022) Each year for Valentine’s Day, Blue Ribbon News asks local couples to share stories of how they met. Their tales of true love are often sweet, funny, and sometimes quirky – but always a big hit among readers. This year we received a record number of submissions. Although we could […]

Blue Ribbon News ‘How I Met My Mate’ 2022 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

Blue Ribbon News ‘How I Met My Mate’ 2022 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

ROCKWALL, TX – January 31, 2022 — Below is a digital look at our How I Met My Mate 2022 print edition. Our print publication delivers to more than 15,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County. Extra copies are available for pick up (while supplies last) at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the JER […]

Panthers, Pumas & Pancakes: Valentine’s Breakfast planned for In-Sync Exotics

Panthers, Pumas & Pancakes: Valentine’s Breakfast planned for In-Sync Exotics

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 16, 2022) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center, located at 3430 Skyview Drive in Wylie, will host a Valentine’s Pancake Breakfast from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, featuring coffee, juice, fruit, and all-you-can-eat pancakes. Afterward, guests are invited to take a self-guided tour around the sanctuary. The suggested […]

How I Met My Mate 2022: What’s your story?

How I Met My Mate 2022: What’s your story?

ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 29, 2021 – With the hope of a new year approaching and Valentine’s Day just around the bend – our Blue Ribbon News team takes joy in reading all the love stories that local couples are submitting for our annual ‘How I Met My Mate’ Valentine’s issue, which we are already […]

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