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Top Stories: ➊ – Dallas Trinity FC player talks her experience playing professional soccer while being hard of hearing (Sunday), ➋ – Unranked Texas looks more like the preseason No. 1 it was in win over rival No. 6 Oklahoma (Sunday), ➌ – Owen Wolff, Austin snap LAFC's 6-game win streak with 1-0 victory (Monday), ➍ – Texas Tech's tortilla tradition is falling flat with coach Joey McGuire after penalties (Monday), ➎ – Injured Cowboys running back Miles Sanders is out for the season, team executive says (Monday)

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Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Rep. Katrina Pierson discuss potential of running for higher office

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 10/12 2:58A Jack Fink

A court hearing to determine whether new congressional maps in Texas will be allowed for the March 2026 primary came to a close Friday. It's now up to a three-judge panel to...

Rockwall ISD showcases student success, fiscal responsibility, and community impact at Rockwall Area...

Blue Ribbon News 10/10 5:47A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (October 10, 2025) — Rockwall ISD Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal delivered a presentation to the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, highlighting the...

HomeBank Texas presents $500,000 gift for future of Rockwall’s YMCA

Blue Ribbon News 10/7 10:35A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 5, 2025) Community members, local dignitaries, and YMCA representatives gathered last week to celebrate a milestone moment for Rockwall’s future: the...

Leadership Rockwall Class of 2026 kicks off with dynamic team-building retreat

Blue Ribbon News 10/7 6:58A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX — October 7, 2025 — The Leadership Rockwall Class of 2026 launched their leadership journey on October 3rd with an engaging and energizing two-day retreat held at...

Meet Garth, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Blue Ribbon News 10/7 4:54A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (October 7, 2025) Hi, I’m Garth! I’m a brown and black tabby kitten with the cutest spotted belly. My favorite hobbies are playing with wand toys and being...

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TWU Celebrates National Day on Writing: Free Webinar on College Admissions and Scholarship Essays

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 10/12 11:56P Juliette DC

WHO/WHAT Texas Womans University will host In Your College Era: Admissions Essay Writing Workshop , a free webinar designed to demystify the essay-writing process for high school seniors, parents and...

Job Search Workshop in Allen to Provide Road Map for Successful Career Strategies

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 10/7 11:00P Martha Jane Brounoff

Do you feel that your career is at a crossroads? Are you trying to move forward or expand in a different direction, but are not sure how to go about it? If so, come join the St. Jude Career Alliance...

BOOK REVIEW: REAP THE WIND by Joel Burcat

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 10/6 7:58P KAREN SIDDALL

Reap the Wind by Joel Burcat Riveting road trip during a massive and unexpected hurricane-force storm. Reap the Wind is the new climate-fiction road trip thriller by veteran author Joel Burcat,...

BOOK REVIEW: COLD GIRLS by Maxine Rae

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 10/6 7:23P KAREN SIDDALL

Cold Girls by Maxine Rae A strong debut novel about friendship, loss, survival, and moving forward. Cold Girls is the debut novel by Maxine Rae about the growth of a deep friendship between two...

Designed to Last: Sustainability Without Sacrificing Style

IBB Designs 9/30 9:00P IBB AT Home

At IBB Design Fine Furnishings, we bring your vision to life, without compromising on quality or sustainability. Thoughtful design and expert craftsmanship are The post...

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H-E-B Opens Its Doors in Rockwall

Crave DFW 10/13 9:53A Steven Doyle

North Texans have another reason to cheer this fall as H-E-B continues its expansion across the region. On Wednesday, October 29 at 6 a.m. , the beloved Texas grocer will officially open its brand-new...

Restivo Family Cellars Reopens with New Hours for the Fall

Texas Wine Lover 10/10 1:28A John Harvey

Andy and Jessica Restivo On a hot day last week, we met Jessica and Andy Restivo. They were waiting for us under the signature tree on their wine labels. It’s a twisted...

Texans are Invited to ‘Come On Over Y’All’ and Raise a Glass of Wine for Texas Wine Month

Texas Wine Lover 10/3 6:11A Jeff Cope

Press Release The Texas wine industry invites friends and families to ‘Come On Over Y’all’ and raise a glass to the hardworking people who contribute to this $24 billion...

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ENDS TODAY: So Many SAVINGS!??‍♀️?

The Sister Studio 10/8 5:10A Jennifer Reed

BIG SALES HAPPENING TODAY! + Prime is finishing up today with the FINAL DAY! As I mentioned yesterday, the beauty deals are really, really good! I rounded up my favorites HERE . I also included the...

PRIME DAY: The Best of The Best!?

The Sister Studio 10/7 4:09A Jennifer Reed

Wahooooo! Prime Day is HERE!! The beauty deals always continue to impress me, and I rounded up my favorites HERE . I also found quite a few fashion items that really caught my eye. I hope this makes...

WHY A BLAZER IS THE ULTIMATE FALL WARDROBE ESSENTIAL

The Middle Page 10/1 2:47A Cathy Williamson

Why a Blazer Is the Ultimate Fall Wardrobe Essential When the temperatures and leaves begin to change, one piece always rises to the top of my fall wardrobe: the blazer. It s that magical layer that...

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Cowboys' 32nd-ranked defense looking for answers after giving up 30 points for fourth time

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 4:09A Associated Press

Adding insult to injury, the loss came largely at the hands of one of team owner Jerry Jones' former employees — castoff Rico Dowdle.

Injured Cowboys running back Miles Sanders is out for the season, team executive says

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 3:48A Associated Press

The running back was on a one-year contract with the team.

No. 3 Indiana has its highest ranking ever in AP Top 25, Texas, USC back in the rankings

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 3:42A Associated Press

Ohio State and Miami remained the top two teams while the Hoosiers earned a four-spot promotion for their 10-point win at then-No. 3 Oregon.

Texas Tech's tortilla tradition is falling flat with coach Joey McGuire after penalties

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 3:29A Associated Press

Big 12 athletic directors in the offseason voted to approve a policy to discipline home teams for fans throwing items on the field.

Owen Wolff, Austin snap LAFC's 6-game win streak with 1-0 victory

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 3:15A Associated Press

Austin (13-12-8) has 47 points and will be the No. 6 seed in the Western Conference for the MLS Cup playoffs, which begin Oct. 22.

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One soaring insurance cost is forcing employers into a tough decision

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 10/13 8:21A Andy Medici

One of the most coveted benefits for employees is also a chief culprit of soaring costs. It's forcing many employers to make a touch decision.

New $100K fee for H-1B visas worries head of DFW Hospital Council

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 9/30 6:04A Noor Adatia

President Trump's new H-1B visa fee has North Texas hospitals scrambling to find solutions as they face potential physician shortages, especially in rural areas.

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Coppell Cowboys and Cowgirls Wrap Up District Meet

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 10/16 6:22A Patricia Chi

The Coppell Cowboys and Cowgirls competed in the District Meet on Friday at North Lakes Park in Denton, leaving everything on the course against one of the toughest districts in Texas. Both squads ran...

Creamy Potato Leek Soup

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/15 11:00P Krista

Creamy Potato Leek Soup is full of comfort food goodness (and bacon too)! I lighten up the classic recipe without sacrificing flavor or that amazing creamy texture. Potato Leek Soup is the ultimate...

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Expands with 28 New Ghost Kitchens Nationwide

Restaurant News 10/14 2:13A RestaurantNews.com

Bold expansion showcases creativity, innovation and the future of barbecue convenience Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit , the world’s largest barbecue...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Ranked No. 6 on Restaurant Business Future 50 Ranking

Restaurant News 10/14 12:47A RestaurantNews.com

The Soon to be Famous chicken finger franchise was recognized for its remarkable systemwide revenue in 2024, accompanied by steady, healthy footprint expansion. Frisco, TX (...

TWU Celebrates National Day on Writing: Free Webinar on College Admissions and Scholarship Essays

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 10/13 4:56A Juliette DC

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