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Lyric Stage Announced Winners from the 16th Annual Schmidt and Jones Awards

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Top Stories: ➊ – Connor Hellebuyck makes 21 saves, Jets beat Stars 4-0 in Game 2 to tie series (Saturday), ➋ – Mikko Rantanen has a goal and 2 assists for Stars in 5-2 win over Jets to take a 2-1 series lead (Monday), ➌ – Texas A&M edges 4-time defending champ Oklahoma for top overall seed in NCAA softball tourney (Monday), ➍ – Rockwall High School Stingerette Senior Spotlight: Maddie Weir (Saturday), ➎ – Patrick Mahomes inducted into Texas High School Football Hall of Fame (Monday)

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The Art of Gardening

Blue Ribbon News 5/16 5:00A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (May 16, 2025) While gardening may be an art form all its own, producing art from the garden can be as rewarding as the work put into the garden itself. Flower...

Behind every small business is a big story

Blue Ribbon News 5/16 3:28A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (May 16, 2025) In May, as we celebrate National Small Business Week, it’s tempting to offer only applause and cheer. Yes, our small businesses are resilient,...

Rockwall County Constable’s Office issues safe driving reminder

Blue Ribbon News 5/15 10:15A Melanie M

Rockwall County (May 15, 2025) The Rockwall County Constable s Office, Precinct 4, is urging Texas travelers to always celebrate responsibly and to always make safe driving...

Update from Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Special Session Meeting of Tuesday, May 13

Blue Ribbon News 5/15 10:06A Melanie M

Dr. Steve Albers (shown above with family) was elected to serve in the Place 5 position succeeding Jim White and Mr. Stan Britton was re-elected to Place 4 Rockwall, TX (May...

Friends of the Rockwall Library recognizes Dr. M. Joan Terry as Hartman Award recipient

Blue Ribbon News 5/15 9:47A Melanie M

Dr. M. Joan Terry, Hartman Award recipient, pictured with Past Friends of the Library president, Carrie Pickell, and current president, Kathleen Evans Rockwall, TX (May 15,...

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Best Travel Gadgets and Essentials

Tanya Foster 5/15 12:08P Tanya Foster

Pete and I are off on another travel adventure today. This is going to be a new experience for us, so be sure and follow my stories on Instagram to keep up with our daily activities. With this in...

Related: What to Pack for a Northern European Cruise Tanya Foster

Lyric Stage Announced Winners from the 16th Annual Schmidt and Jones Awards

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 5/13 1:27A Juliette DC

Lyric Stage presented the 16 th annual Schmidt & Jones Awards on May 6 at Moody Performance Hall with students giving riveting performances. Scott Guenther, Lyric Stages managing and co-artistic...

French Riviera Style Guide: Breezy Summer Looks

Tanya Foster 5/13 1:00A Tanya Foster

Bonjour! If you're anything like me, you're already daydreaming about your next getaway ... preferably somewhere with charming seaside views, al fresco dining, and a refreshing Aperol Spritz in hand....

Related: 10 Must-Have Spring to Summer Transitional Pieces Tanya Foster

Garages of America Continues Expansion with Phase II in Allen

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 5/13 12:27A Carolyn Alvey

Garages of America, the pioneers of the Luxury Garages You Own concept, will break ground in May on the second phase of its highly sought-after garage condos in Allen. In 2019, Garages of America...

The Storehouse Community Center Names Joan Smith 2025 Volunteer of the Year

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 5/7 11:48P Elizabeth Lenart

Smith, who has volunteered since 2016, was the guest of honor at the Storehouses 2025 volunteer appreciation event at Riders Field, where she threw out the first pitch before a Frisco RoughRiders...

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Un Sueño Vineyard: Building a Dream for All

Texas Wine Lover 5/16 12:30A Ron Martin

There’s something uniquely different about Un Sueño Vineyard – something that goes beyond the vines, the view, and even the wine itself. It’s a place built not just on the...

Vineyard Cruise: A Unique Wine Adventure at Wildseed Farms

Texas Wine Lover 5/13 12:16A Jeff Cope

Press Release Deep in the heart of Texas wine country, Wildseed Farms has launched what may be the most extraordinary vineyard experience in the Hill Country—and possibly in...

The Rusty Spur: An East Texas Winery with a Western Twist

Texas Wine Lover 5/9 12:16A Ron Martin

Tucked away in the heart of historic Nacogdoches, Texas, lies another East Texas hidden gem that offers more than just a great glass of wine—it provides an inviting experience...

Desert Willow Vineyard Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 5/6 12:12A Jeff Cope

If you have been following the Texas wine scene, you’ve probably heard whispers about Desert Willow Vineyard. The vineyard is owned and operated by the Rob and Laurel Warren...

Mama’s Daughter’s Diner Serving Southern Since 1958

Crave DFW 5/5 7:58A Steven Doyle

As a part of Dallas since 1958 , Mama’s Daughters’ Diner isn’t simply a restaurant—it’s an institution grounded in tradition and family. Originally founded by the Rose family, the diner now spans...

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TWO SOPHISTICATED WAYS TO WEAR THE BOHO TREND THIS SUMMER

The Middle Page 5/14 6:13A Cathy Williamson

TWO SOPHISTICATED WAYS TO WEAR THE BOHO TREND THIS SUMMER Hello, ladies! I hope you all had a great Mother s Day! We had dinner at my oldest son s, which was fun and crazy! You know the saying...

SAVINGS GALORE!!!!????‍♀️

The Sister Studio 5/9 5:34A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy FRIDAY my friends! We made it!! I m sitting here drinking my coffee and just finished loading up my cart because there are some insane deals happening today!! I have an Aerie code (JEN35)...

WHY BLACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE—EVEN IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER

The Middle Page 5/5 3:41A Cathy Williamson

WHY BLACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE—EVEN IN THE SPRING AND SUMMER Hello, ladies! I hope you have had a great week! I have to admit that I am super tired! I think life has caught up, and I am exhausted and...

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Bruce Bochy passes Sparky Anderson with 2,195th career win for 6th among all-time MLB managers

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/16 2:22A Associated Press

He has won four World Series titles, three with the Giants and the only one ever for the Rangers in 2023.

Jets beat the Stars 4-0 to force Game 6 in the Western Conference semifinal series

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/16 2:22A Associated Press

“We knew this wasn’t going to be easy,” Stars forward Matt Duchene said.

Related: Connor Hellebuyck makes 21 saves, Jets beat Stars 4-0 in Game 2 to tie series Spectrum Local News Sports

Rick Welts was there in 1985 when the lottery was born. And he was there for a Dallas win Monday

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/13 3:07A Associated Press

And it seems he’s spent much of the four decades since debunking the rumors that the 1985 lottery was rigged.

Langford homer ends no-hit bid and gives Rangers 2-1 win over Colorado after Rockies fired manager

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/13 3:01A Associated Press

Texas starter Tyler Mahle struck out five and walked one in his 6 1/3 innings.

Dallas Stars keep responding in NHL playoffs, now top-seeded Jets have to in Game 4 to get even

Spectrum Local News Sports 5/13 2:30A Associated Press

The Stars go into Game 4 at home with a chance for a 3-1 series lead against the top-seeded Winnipeg Jets.

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Best Patios in Dallas to Eat, Sip & People-Watch

VIP Realty 5/14 6:18A rs@viprealtyinfo.com (VIP Realty

Best Patios in Dallas to Eat, Sip & People-Watch There’s something magical about patio dining in Dallas. Maybe it’s the warm breeze on a spring evening, the buzz of...

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Premier's 15 Top Health Systems for 2025

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/15 3:00A The Business Journals

Premier Inc. has unveiled its 2025 list of the 15 Top Health Systems in the United States. The annual list ranks health systems based on clinical outcomes, extended outcomes,...

NTxBio to invest $31M in Plano biomanufacturing facility, creating 170 jobs

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/15 1:52A Bill Hethcock

A health care company plans to build a new facility in Plano that will create 170 jobs.The New Mexico-based firm will invest more than $31 million to establish a...

Vaccine teams in Mexico scramble over measles outbreak rippling out from Mennonite community

Spectrum Local News Health 5/9 3:42A Associated Press

Officials cite tens of thousands of new vaccinations, but infections have ballooned and spread past the community to Indigenous and other populations.

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Top Grilling Accessories & Tools for 2025: Must-Have BBQ Gear

Fit Men Cook 5/16 12:55A Kevin Curry

Grilling with the right gear can be the difference between being called a grill master or the guy who just ruined the burgers. Grilling isn’t just a way to cook—it’s an experience where every moment...

BBQ Back Ribs

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/15 11:00P Krista

These juicy, BBQ-glazed baby back ribs with a garlic-cinnamon spice rub just scream 4th of July! They re baked and finished off on the grill for a tender, fall-off-the-bone bite. Why You ll Love This...

Blondies Recipe

Love and Lemons 5/15 4:58A Jeanine Donofrio

This blondie recipe is one of my new favorite desserts! No offense to brownies, but I might like these blondies better? They have a dense and chewy texture and a warm,...

Healing Land and Legacy Through Urban Agriculture

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 5/15 2:46A Hannah Quigley

Sanctuary Farms | Photo Credit: Ali Lapetina Ask someone to imagine a “farm” and they will probably conjure a barn, a silo, rolling hills of crops, and pasture. That is, they will imagine rural areas....

Pasta Sauce Recipe

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/14 11:00P Krista

You ll never need to buy a jar at the grocery store again when you ve got this trusty 5 ingredient pasta sauce recipe! Tomato, basil, and plenty of garlic make it delicious....