Typo on Jaxon Smith-Njigba's Offensive Player of the Year trophy

NBC DFW NEWS 5/19 5:07A Michael David Smith | NBC Sports

Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba won last season’s Associated Press NFL Offensive Player of the Year, but that’s not what his trophy said. Smith-Njigba posted on Instagram a video that showed his trophy says, “JAXON SMITH-NJIGBA 2025...

Reasons to watch every game on the 2026 NFL schedule on NBC and Peacock

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 5/15 7:47A Reuben Frank and Charles Nichels

Texas connects us to the NFL and Sunday Night Football on NBC and Peacock . The NFL released its highly anticipated schedule for the 2026 season, which includes a large slate of primetime games on Sunday nights and specific holidays. Opening the...

Former Rockwall-Heath football coach John Harrell cleared to teach, coach again

NBC DFW NEWS 5/4 7:24A Greg Riddle | The Dallas Morning

John Harrell had the “greatest job that I’ve ever wanted” as the head football coach at Rockwall-Heath. Then, with one fateful workout, a medical disorder he had never heard of changed his life forever and still haunts him today. In 2023, Harrell...

Rockwall County Master Gardeners to present interactive ‘Founders Garden’ experience

Blue Ribbon News 4/24 8:48A Editor

Saturday May 16th, 11am – 2pm, San Jacinto Plaza, Rockwall ROCKWALL, TX (April 24, 2026) What would the early settlers of Rockwall County have grown in the 1850s? Simple, practical vegetables that fed families and stored well, along with Texas...

Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Kate Axum

Blue Ribbon News 4/24 2:52A Editor

HEATH, TX (April 24, 2026) For Rockwall-Heath High School senior Kate Axum, dance has been a journey built on determination and hard work. The daughter of Debra and Marc Axum, Kate currently serves as Vice President of the Social Council. She has...

Plan ahead for Rockwall Founders Day

Blue Ribbon News 4/23 8:53A Editor

Let’s Celebrate Rockwall’s 172nd Birthday! Saturday, May 16 from 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM  Downtown Rockwall and Harry Myers Park Rockwall is throwing one big birthday bash and you’re invited! Join us Saturday, May 16 for a full day of fun, food, family...

Texas Pearl National Charity League Celebrates Seniors 2026

Blue Ribbon News 4/23 8:43A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (April 23, 2026) The Texas Pearl Chapter of National Charity League recently honored the group’s Class of 2026 graduating seniors at its annual Senior Recognition at the Hilton on the Harbor.  These 27 young women worked with the...

Hometown Strong: Rockwall Women Go the Distance at Boston Marathon

Blue Ribbon News 4/23 4:38A Editor

Friends and family traveled to Boston to cheer on seven Rockwall runners who competed in the 130th annual Boston Marathon.   ROCKWALL, TX (April 23, 2026)  More than 30,000 elite runners from 123 countries and 50 states gave it their all at the...

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees meeting summary from Monday, April 20, 2026

Blue Ribbon News 4/21 8:06A Sam Redig

ROCKWALL, TX (April 21, 2026) — The following is a summary of the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees monthly meeting held Monday, April 20, 2026, highlighting key discussions, decisions, and district updates. Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Monthly...

Beneficial Programs and Services for the Detainees at the Rockwall County Detention Center

Blue Ribbon News 4/21 7:51A Sam Redig

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 21, 2026) – The Rockwall County Detention Center offers a variety of inmate programs designed to improve safety during incarceration and equip inmates with the skills needed for successful reintegration into society....

Rockwall County Library Invites Community to Participate in “Unearth a Story” Mini Art Exhibition

Blue Ribbon News 4/21 6:51A Sam Redig

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 21, 2026) – The Rockwall County Library is inviting the community to get creative this May with its annual Mini Art Exhibition, themed “Unearth a Story.” Open to teens, adults, and children ages 8 and up, the program...

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Holds Team of Eight Training, Discusses District Outlook

Blue Ribbon News 4/20 9:21A Sam Redig

ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees recently participated in its annual Team of Eight training. The session, required by the Texas Education Code, focused on key topics shaping the district’s future. Below is a...

Mobile Community Pantry Returns to Rockwall with Upcoming Distribution Dates

Blue Ribbon News 4/20 8:36A Sam Redig

ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — Catholic Charities Dallas, in partnership with the North Texas Food Bank, will bring its Mobile Community Pantry to Rockwall, providing free fresh food to individuals and families in need. The pantry will be hosted...

Rockwall Candidate Forum Livestream Reshared as Early Voting Begins

Blue Ribbon News 4/20 8:03A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — As early voting gets underway, Blue Ribbon News is resharing its Facebook livestream of the recent City Council Candidate Forum, following multiple community requests. The forum, hosted by the City of Rockwall on...

Community Welcome at Rockwall County Mayors’ Prayer Breakfast

Blue Ribbon News 4/20 6:51A Editor

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 20, 2026) Everyone is welcome to attend the Rockwall County Mayors Prayer Breakfast on National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 7, 2026 at The Center (108 E. Washington, Rockwall). Doors open at 7:30 a.m. and the program...