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Rockwall ISD’s VATRE Keeps Tax Rate Among the Lowest in the Region

Blue Ribbon News 10/30 4:33A Editor

Submitted press release by Rockwall ISD Communications ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 30, 2025) Rockwall County voters will see a Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE), or...

Saturday’s Candidate Rally in Rockwall features six Republican candidates for statewide offices

Blue Ribbon News 10/30 4:25A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (October 30, 2025) Six Republican candidates for statewide offices will be in Rockwall to engage with voters on Saturday, November 1 at The Candidate Rally...

Rockwall ISD marching bands earn top UIL ratings and make historic run to State competition

Blue Ribbon News 10/28 3:56A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (October 28, 2025) Rockwall ISD is proud to announce that both the Rockwall High School Orange Wave Band and the Rockwall-Heath High School Mighty Hawk Band...

Why are Texas school districts asking voters to raise property tax rates?

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 10/26 3:38A Jack Fink

Voters in some North Texas school districts are asking residents to approve new property tax rate increases. The districts holding what's called Voter Approved Tax Rate...

How Mummies Paved the Road to Jerusalem

Blue Ribbon News 10/22 9:17A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (October 22, 2025) A would-be archeologist descended into an Egyptian mummy pit by candlelight. The stacked remains of shriveled 3,500-year-old bodies filled a...

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October Outfit Round-Up

Tanya Foster 10/28 5:00A Tanya Foster

Howdy folks! Can you believe there are only a few days left in October? Let's wrap up the month with an outfit round-up of all my favorite looks from this past month. Fall is always the time of year...

Sophisticated Sweater Looks For Fall

Tanya Foster 10/21 4:31A Tanya Foster

Josie dress with the Willow boots . Sweater dress is size small and the boots fit TTS. I have draped the Dakota sweater over my shoulders. _____ Nikki sweater paired with the Preston faux leather...

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Discovering Adega Vinho’s and Signor Vineyard’s New Tasting Rooms in Fredericksburg

Texas Wine Lover 10/29 1:09A Laurie Ware

Adega Vinho on Adams Fredericksburg has a way of blending tradition with constant reinvention, and nowhere is that spirit more alive than at Adega Vinho’s new tasting room...

New Sparkling Wine Production Facility Opens at Invention Vineyards

Crave DFW 10/28 9:45A Steven Doyle

In the heart of Fredericksburg, Texas, Heath Sparkling Wines and Invention Vineyards are inviting wine enthusiasts to embark on an exclusive journey through the art of sparkling winemaking. Their...

The Subtle Art of Wine Tasting While Gambling

Texas Wine Lover 10/27 9:00A Gus Hall

The art of tasting is not in action, but in stillness. That delicious moment that requires attention to detail, just before diving into the tastes and flavors. And just as a great wine tasting is not...

A Hidden Gem in Fredericksburg: Cotton Gin Village and The Gin Mill Lounge

Texas Wine Lover 10/24 2:35A Jeff Cope

If you’ve spent any time exploring Fredericksburg, you know it’s filled with charming wineries, cozy inns, and great restaurants. But every now and then, you stumble upon a...

Best Wines to Enjoy While Playing Poker: A Guide for Wine-Loving Players

Texas Wine Lover 10/20 7:48A Gus Hall

Wine and poker may seem like an odd combination at first glance, but in reality, they complement each other perfectly. Wine creates a mood, helps you relax, and makes...

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Cozy Season: AMAZON EDITION??

The Sister Studio 10/30 3:36A Jennifer Reed

Helllllooo, friends! Friday is almost here and I can t believe Halloween has already made its way to us. I feel like Spring Break was yesterday and now it s November I do love the holiday season, but...

SWEATER DRESS AND BOMBER JACKET- EASY TRAVEL PIECES

The Middle Page 10/20 1:18A Cathy Williamson

Hello, ladies! I ve been MIA due to my recent travel schedule. I think I mentioned it in a previous post, but I ve never had a fall travel experience quite like this. We are on our last trip until New...

??NEW Scents, Outfits, and MORE!!!

The Sister Studio 10/19 3:59A Jennifer Reed

Good morning and Happy Sunday! Our kids had Fall Break all week so it was a nice change of pace; we didn t have any big plans, but we got to skip the school hustle and they got to have some hang time...

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Reserves Williams, Powell lead Mavericks past Pacers 107-105 in matchup of injury-depleted teams

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/30 1:45A Associated Press

Dallas’ bench contributed a season-high 64 points as the Mavericks (2-3) completed a season-opening five-game homestand.

Mavericks' Anthony Davis leaves game early with leg soreness

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/30 1:41A Associated Press

Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said after Dallas' 107-105 win that Davis tried to return to action but the team decided to hold him out.

Mavericks' Brandon Williams apologizes for being distraction following arrest

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/30 1:28A Associated Press

Williams was arrested at DFW International Airport on Saturday after less than 2 ounces of marijuana were found in his luggage.

Cooper Flagg's first NBA back-to-back: missed shots and banged-up shoulder

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/28 2:00A Associated Press

Flagg held the shoulder multiple times during the first half and used a heat wrap on it while on the bench.

Thunder withstand furious Mavericks rally to win 101-94, improving to 4-0

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/28 2:00A Associated Press

The Mavericks’ “jumbo” forecourt was downsized with center Dereck Lively II sidelined with a knee contusion.

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Stuffed Acorn Squash

Love and Lemons 11/6 2:00A Jeanine Donofrio

Stuffed acorn squash is one of my favorite fall dinners. I often make it after trips to the farmers market, when I come home with more squash than I know what to do with. It s...

Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Joyful Healthy Eats 11/5 10:00P Krista

Meet your new favorite side dish! Crispy bacon and sweet maple syrup make these Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts totally irresistible. Make them for a weeknight dinner or for a holiday meal either way...

McKinney Is About To Get ‘Toasted’ When Cheba Hut Sparks New Joint

Restaurant News 11/5 7:09A RestaurantNews.com

Northern DFW homies get a fresh way to Tame the Munchies as the fast-growing brand opens another area shop Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Cheba Hut fans in McKinney will...

BRIX Holdings Names Erik Jensen Vice President of Marketing

Restaurant News 11/5 2:54A RestaurantNews.com

Erik Jensen Friendly s parent company taps award-winning brand leader to bolster marketing strategy and innovation across restaurant portfolio Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com...

Farmers Struggle With Tariffs, Despite China Deal to Buy US Soybeans

Civil Eats 11/3 9:01P Lisa Held

In Brief • President Donald Trump’s stated goal for tariffs is to bolster U.S. food production, but it’s unclear whether that will happen. • Farmers face shaky markets, not knowing when or to what...

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