Blue Ribbon News Valentine’s Day Dining Picks

Blue Ribbon News Valentine’s Day Dining Picks

Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor Sweetheart Menu available Feb. 14 & 15, $54.99/couple. Add a bottle of house wine, $16.99. Begin with Oysters on the Half Shell or Classic Shrimp Cocktail, and House Salad. Choose from Blackened Rib Eye with Brown Sugar Glaze, Stuffed Cajun Chicken Rockefeller, Redfish Pontchartrain with Crabmeat Beurre Blanc, or […]

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

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

Each year before Valentine’s Day, we ask local couples to share stories of how they met. Their stories are often sweet, funny, and surprising. Sharing their tales of true love has become one of our favorite traditions – and one of our most wildly popular features. Three lucky couples will be selected from among this year’s […]

How I Met My Mate: True Love Calls

How I Met My Mate: True Love Calls

With Valentine’s Day approaching, Blue Ribbon News asked local couples how they met. Our annual “How I Met My Mate” feature is showcased in our latest print edition, with many more reader-submitted love stories to be shared online at www.BlueRibbonNews.com throughout February. As promised, here’s the true love tale that brought Richard and I together:  […]

Women in Need’s Chocolate Indulgence to benefit victims of domestic violence

Women in Need’s Chocolate Indulgence to benefit victims of domestic violence

Mark your calendars and join Women in Need (WIN) for their annual Chocolate Indulgence event on Friday, February 14 at Hidden Creek, 215 Chris Cuny Parkway in Heath. A special VIP sponsorship cocktail party is set to begin at 5:30 p.m.; doors open to the public at 6. Guests will enjoy a memorable Valentine’s evening of […]

Dodie’s brings back chef-inspired Sweetheart Menu for Valentine’s Weekend

Dodie’s brings back chef-inspired Sweetheart Menu for Valentine’s Weekend

Live Entertainment by Sandy Bates on Valentine’s Day Dodie’s at The Harbor in Rockwall is offering a two day sweetheart deal to celebrate Valentine’s Day with an exclusive, chef-inspired menu available Friday, February 14 through Saturday, February 15. (Regular menu also available). The sailboats, lighthouse, walking trails and picturesque sunsets over Lake Ray Hubbard provide […]

Dodie’s Brings Back Chef-Inspired Sweetheart Menu for Valentine’s Week

Dodie’s Brings Back Chef-Inspired Sweetheart Menu for Valentine’s  Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 18, 2019) Dodie’s at The Harbor in Rockwall is offering a week-long, sweetheart of a deal in celebration of Valentine’s Day, with an exclusive, chef-inspired menu available Friday, February 8 through Saturday, February 16. (Regular menu also available). On Valentine’s Day, live entertainment will be provided by local performing artist Sandy […]

Valentine’s Pancake Breakfast with the Big Cats at In-Sync Exotics

Valentine’s Pancake Breakfast with the Big Cats at In-Sync Exotics

(WYLIE, TX – Jan. 20, 2019) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center in Wylie will host a Valentine’s All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16. Afterward, take a self-guided tour around the sanctuary. The suggested donation is $25/adults, $15/kids ages 4-12, under 4 free. Credit cards are accepted; no ATM. […]

Winners announced in ‘How I Met My Mate’ Contest

Winners announced in ‘How I Met My Mate’ Contest

HOW I MET MY MATE Editor’s Note: Three lucky pairs of local lovebirds have won a FREE massage from EveryBody Massage Rockwall following our “How I Met My Mate” contest on Facebook. Congratulations to the winners: Jared and Bethany Hooks Shelby and Dylan Hiller Jason and Candis Linscott We are also excited to announce that Blue Ribbon News […]

Lakeside Sweetheart Dinner for Two at Dodie’s Rockwall this Valentine’s Day

Enjoy live music, lakeside views, and a delicious dinner date with your valentine (ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 17, 2018) Dodie’s at The Harbor in Rockwall is offering a sweetheart of a deal this Valentine’s Day, with an exclusive, chef-inspired menu available Wednesday, February 14 from 4 -10 p.m. The sailboats, lighthouse, walking trails and picturesque sunsets […]

Lone Star CASA: ‘Every child deserves a loving home this Valentine’s Day’

CASA volunteer training begins May 1 (ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Jan. 24, 2018) While many children eagerly await candy and cards this Valentine’s Day, children in the child welfare system wait for something much more permanent – a loving home. When children are removed from their homes due to evidence of abuse or neglect and placed […]