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She Leads Securely Women’s AI & Cyber Leadership Summit Ignites a Movement for Capacity‑Driven...

Blue Ribbon News 2/23 8:31A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) — What began as a bold decision to create space has become a growing movement. The first annual She Leads Securely Women’s AI Cyber Leadership...

Dr. Catherine Casteel Announces Write-In Candidacy for Rockwall City Council, Place 4

Blue Ribbon News 2/23 8:15A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) Dr. Catherine Casteel recently announced that she is running as a write-in candidate for Rockwall City Council, Place 4. “As a physician, small...

City of Rockwall General & Special Elections Slated for May 2, 2026

Blue Ribbon News 2/23 8:01A Editor

Rockwall, TX – February 20, 2026 – The candidate filing period has now passed for the Saturday, May 2, 2026 General Election for City Council Places 2, 4, and 6. Rockwall City...

Latest Developments in Measles Cases in Rockwall County

Blue Ribbon News 2/23 5:07A Editor

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) The Rockwall County Health Authority informs residents that the six individuals who contracted measles are no longer contagious, per CDC...

Ashley Rains Announces Candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 2

Blue Ribbon News 2/23 4:51A Editor

FATE, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) — My name is Ashley Rains, and I am proud to announce my candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 2. My husband and I have lived in Rockwall County for...

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DQ Restaurants In Texas Treat Fans To FREE Hungr-Buster With App Offer On Texas Independence Day

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 2/22 11:20P Mary Jane Coker

DQ RESTAURANTS IN TEXAS TREAT FANS TO FREE HUNGR-BUSTER WITH APP OFFER ON TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY, MARCH 2 Texas Independence Day calls for a Lone Star-sized celebration, and DQ Restaurants in...

BOOK REVIEW: OFF SEASON (DETECTIVE RYAN MYSTERY, #1) by Clive Fleury

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 2/22 10:47P KAREN SIDDALL

Off Season Detective Ryan Mystery, #1 by Clive Fleury What an absorbing and satisfying series debut! Off Season is the first book in author Clive Fleurys Australian-set police detective series,...

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Bending Branch Hits the Mark Again!

Texas Wine Lover 2/20 1:53A Neal Addy

Dr. Bob Young and the team at Bending Branch Winery in Comfort will soon be releasing a special sparkling rosé you do not want to miss the 2023 Estate Crimson Cabernet Rosé....

Mr. Cajun’s Daiquiri & Cajun Food for Soul Food Magic

Crave DFW 2/17 10:25A Steven Doyle

If you’re looking for a lively Cajun escape in Southeast Dallas, Mr. Cajun’s Daiquiri & Cajun Food ( website ) delivers bold flavors and an unapologetically social atmosphere. The Lake June Road...

Phil Price Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 2/17 1:06A Jeff Cope

We first met Phil Price in 2016 when he moved to Texas to be an assistant winemaker at Fall Creek Vineyards . He soon volunteered to be a judge at our Texas Wine Lover’s...

2026 Texas International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 2/15 4:47A Jeff Cope

The Texas International Wine Competition (TXIWC) announced the results of its 2026 competition, held in January 2026. These Texas wineries were recognized for their exceptional wines: Top Wines Grand...

Join the 18th Annual Spicewood Vineyards Pair it with the Claret Chili Cook-Off

Texas Wine Lover 2/13 2:15A Jeff Cope

Press Release Join Spicewood Vineyards for the 18th annual world-famous chili cook-off happening on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. The Pair it with the...

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HOW TO WEAR BLACK IN SPRING: EASY CHIC TRANSITIONAL OUTFITS FOR WOMEN OVER 50

The Middle Page 2/20 5:21A Cathy Williamson

Why Wearing Black Is the Easiest Style Choice as We Slip Into Spring Every spring, I stand in my closet and hesitate. Do I pack away the black? Should I suddenly reach for florals? And yet, every...

JUST FOR YOU!❤️

The Sister Studio 2/13 4:22A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Friday my friends! It has been a busy week around here, and I m very much looking forward to the long weekend! Do y all have anything fun planned this weekend? If anyone has any good...

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Middleton scores 25 points as Mavericks snap 10-game losing streak with 134-130 win at Indiana

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/23 3:28A Associated Press

Dallas led most of the game but struggled to put this one away.

Texas' MLS teams kick off season this weekend

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/20 4:02A Mike D'Alonzo

Austin FC, FC Dallas and Houston Dynamo FC will all host season openers at home on Saturday.

Big 12 bristles at a respect gap after only TCU makes the NCAA’s initial Top 16

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/17 2:50A Associated Press

TCU, Baylor, West Virginia and Texas Tech all in The AP Top 25. Yet the conference only had the Horned Frogs in the initial Top 16 reveal by the NCAA.

Bad Bunny and a lone Olympian — from Texas — are waving Puerto Rico's flag on the world stage

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/13 3:04A Associated Press

Bad Bunny, a six-time Grammy award winner, keeps Puerto Rican culture at the forefront of his music.

Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg sidelined by left midfoot sprain, out for NBA's Rising Stars

Spectrum Local News Sports 2/12 3:40A Associated Press

The injury occurred in their 120-111 loss at Phoenix a night earlier, the Mavericks announced Wednesday.

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3 cases of measles reported in North Texas county

Spectrum Local News Health 2/13 4:35A Katharine Finnerty

The first case of measles was identified on Feb. 5 and then two additional cases were reported on Feb. 12.

Mexico state steps up health screening in schools as measles cases grow nationwide

Spectrum Local News Health 2/10 2:52A Associated Press

Through Feb. 6, there were 2,143 confirmed measles cases nationwide and nearly 6,000 suspected cases.

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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...