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Attracting Hummingbirds to Rockwall County Gardens

Blue Ribbon News 2/2 9:47A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (February 2, 2026) Spring is just around the corner, and now is the time to begin planning how to better attract hummingbirds to your garden this year. ...

Rockwall assisted living resident to celebrate an extraordinary milestone — 104 years young!

Blue Ribbon News 2/2 7:41A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 2, 2026) Agnes Marcile Graham Smithson is about to turn 104! Born March 7, 1922, in Arkansas, Marcile was raised on a farm alongside two brothers and two...

Finding Love in the Mirror Again

Blue Ribbon News 2/2 6:29A Melanie M

How Linda Thomas and Wildflower Wigs are restoring confidence, dignity, and joy — one woman at a time. Rockwall, TX (February 2, 2026) For many women, hair is deeply tied to...

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas announces 2nd Annual Youth of the Year Gala

Blue Ribbon News 1/29 7:57A Melanie M

An inspiring evening uniting community leaders and celebrating the next generation of changemakers. Rockwall, TX (January 29, 2026) — Boys Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas is...

Meet the Candidates: Final Friday Night Forum takes place Friday, January 30

Blue Ribbon News 1/29 5:44A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (January 29, 2026) The last Friday Night Forum with Republican Primary candidates will include Senate District 2, County Judge, County Commissioner...

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Best Valentine’s Date Night Ideas in Fort Worth (A Local’s Guide)

A Cowboys Life 1/31 6:34A Chastity Velasquez

When Valentine’s Day rolls around, I’m all about experiences — not just dinner reservations. Fort Worth does romance right when you know where to go, whether that means...

African American Museum presents Icons of Liberation: King and Mandela exhibit now through April 17

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 1/29 11:14P Taylor Mayad

The African American Museum, Dallas presents Icons of liberation: King and Mandela , an educational and interactive exhibit exploring the shared leadership values and global impact of Dr. Martin...

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Steve and Cindy Newsom Vineyards Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 2/2 11:56P Jeff Cope

Most of the grapes grown in Texas come from the High Plains, particularly the Lubbock area. One couple that has been farming grapes there for many years is Steve and Cindy...

New ‘Texas Fine Wine Club Share’ Offers Members Access to Texas’ Premier Wineries

Texas Wine Lover 1/30 3:57A Jeff Cope

Press Release Texas Fine Wine introduces the first Texas Fine Wine Club Share , a reciprocal membership program that extends wine club perks and discounts across four of Texas’ top wineries. Beginning...

Fresh Starts and Sweethearts: BIGGBY COFFEE Brings Back Winter Favorites and Adds a TWIX Twist for...

Restaurant News 1/29 4:14A RestaurantNews.com

The seasonal lineup runs through Feb. 25 and features salted caramel drinks inspired by TWIX®, hot chocolate flavors, value bundles, and Red Velvet beverages launching Jan....

A New Favorite Winery on the Wine Road: CC Farms

Texas Wine Lover 1/27 1:52A Laurinda Thomas

As I think about writing this article, my thoughts are all over the place, as there is so much to say about the newest addition to my “local” wine area. I use the term local...

Get Your Tickets Now for the Wine Lovers Celebration Passport 2026

Texas Wine Lover 1/23 4:41A Jeff Cope

Love is in the air, wine is in your glass, and the Texas Hill Country is calling. From January 26 through February 27, 2026, the Texas Hill Country Wineries’ (THCW s) Wine...

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?This Month’s Winners Are….

The Sister Studio 1/31 4:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Saturday, my friends! I hope everyone is staying warm this week, and has some fun things planned for the weekend! We don’t have too much on the agenda this weekend and I’m so, so looking forward...

BRRRRR…IT’S COLD (AND 75 VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT IDEAS)

The Middle Page 1/28 5:51A Cathy Williamson

BRRRRR IT S COLD (AND 75 VALENTINE S DAY GIFT IDEAS) Well, January 2026 is off to an explosive start (if you live in the line of the snow/icestorm). I m not sure where you live, but I have major cabin...

Deals, Workwear, and MORE!??

The Sister Studio 1/23 4:06A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends!! May your to-do list be nice and short today! I found some really great items this week and I have an Aerie code this weekend, too! JEN20 will take 20% off nearly everything on their...

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Report: Mavericks trade Anthony Davis to Washington Wizards in 8-player trade

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/4 9:40A Associated Press, Katharine Finn

ESPN senior NBA insider Shams Charania broke the news in a post on X Wednesday afternoon.

Jaylen Brown leads Celtics over Mavs 110-100 despite Flagg's latest record for teenager

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/4 2:40A Associated Press

The 19-year-old became the first teenager with three consecutive 30-point games.

All-Star infielder Isaac Paredes and Houston Astros agree to $9.35 million, 1-year contract

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/4 2:34A Associated Press

Paredes, who turns 27 on Feb. 18, hit a career-high .258 with 20 homers and 53 RBIs in 102 games, earning his second All-Star selection.

Thomas Harley scores in OT as Stars beat Jets 4-3 for 5th straight win

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/3 2:47A Associated Press

Both teams play their final game before the three-week Olympic break at home Wednesday night.

Patrick Kane passes Mike Modano for the most NHL points by a U.S.-born player

Spectrum Local News Sports 1/30 2:33A Associated Press

Kane scored his 1,375th point on an assist Thursday night in Detroit.

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Texas jails have more than 400 pregnant inmates monthly. The state is studying what happens to...

Spectrum Local News Health 2/3 5:14A Associated Press

The state is now collecting information about pregnant inmates' prenatal care, mental health indicators, pregnancy outcomes and more.

Colossal snags $60 million in new funding, selects site for first BioVault

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 2/3 1:55A Will Anderson

Colossal Biosciences has struck a major partnership with the United Arab Emirates that will result in a major conservation effort getting off the ground in the country.

SEC charges Dallas health care CEO with multimillion-dollar fraud

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 1/22 1:53A Plamedie Ifasso

The Securities and Exchange Commission complaint filed in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts alleges that Cancer Labs CEO Sumit Rai...

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Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/3 2:42A Laura Zaks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Release: Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarship Welcomes...

USDA Pauses Rural Energy Grants Amid Anti-Renewables Push

Civil Eats 4/2 10:23A Rebekah Alvey

April 2, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has paused processing applications for a popular rural energy program, further delaying funds to farmers as high...

Related: Release: USDA Halts Rural Energy Efficiency Investments National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

Loaded Sweet Potato Fries

Joyful Healthy Eats 4/1 11:00P Krista

Whether you serve them as an appetizer, side dish, or just make a meal out of them, these loaded sweet potato fries are going to be a WIN. This game day favorite pairs crispy baked sweet potato wedges...

Comment: NSAC Condemns USDA’s Withdrawal of Support For Next Generation Farmers

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 4/1 10:19A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Comment: NSAC Condemns USDA’s Withdrawal of Support For...

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