Dallas to evaluate roadway options for viaducts connecting Oak Cliff to downtown

KERA News 4/13 11:57P Megan Cardona

The proposed change would turn Houston Street into a pedestrian greenway and Jefferson Boulevard into a four lane roadway with two lanes going in either direction.

Job Search Workshop in Allen Integrates Proven Career Strategies with Emerging Technologies

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 4/7 11:00P Martha Jane Brounoff

The St. Jude Career Alliance, a faith-based ministry that offers hope, guidance, and practical tools for job seekers, will offer its next quarterly job search workshop on Saturday, April 18, 8:45 AM...

History comes to life at Vinecrafters with patriotic dinner series and debut of guest chef Karl...

Blue Ribbon News 4/6 8:28A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (April 6, 2026)— In honor of America’s 250th birthday, VineCrafters Winery is launching a new Patriotic Dinner Series, featuring two immersive spring events and the debut of guest chef Karl Wilhelm—a classically trained European chef...

Support and Safety Tips for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Blue Ribbon News 4/2 8:50A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (April 2, 2026) The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren program provides temporary assistance to grandparents who have primary custody of grandchildren age 18 and younger.  The program’s case managers assess the needs of grandparents...

First Christian Church Rockwall ‘meets the need’ with Stewpot snack bags

Blue Ribbon News 4/2 5:54A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (April 2, 2026) First Christian Church Rockwall s Outreach project for March was collecting items to make snack bags for The Stewpot in downtown Dallas.  They packed 82 bags to be delivered. Every month the church has a different...

Blue Ribon News now accepting submissions for our 2026 Summer Camp Spotlight

Blue Ribbon News 4/2 5:28A Editor

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 2, 2026) Spring is in full swing, and for our Blue Ribbon News crew that means we re busy accepting submissions for our 2026 Summer Camp Spotlight. Each year this helfpul online guide at blueribbonnews.com features...

Community Heroes Recognized: Rockwall Noon Rotary honors First Responders at Annual Luncheon

Blue Ribbon News 3/31 5:46A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (March 31, 2026) Each year, the Rockwall Noon Rotary hosts a special recognition that underscores values of service and commitment while shining a light on local heroes our first responders who put their lives on the line every day. In...

AI-Powered Tools Protecting Detainees in Rockwall County Detention Center

Blue Ribbon News 3/30 7:06A Editor

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 30, 2026) In the summer of 2024, the Rockwall County Detention Center took significant steps to enhance inmate wellness by introducing OverWatch™, an advanced biometric monitoring system developed by 4Sight Labs, a...

Dancing with Confidence: Rockwall Senior Earns Girl Scout Gold Award

Blue Ribbon News 3/30 6:46A Editor

Sophia leading a technique session with 6th and 7th-grade students at a local workshop. Sophia DuPont honored with the Highest Award in Girl Scouting ROCKWALL, TX (March 30, 2026) Sophia DuPont, a senior at Rockwall High School and a member of...

Rockwall County Jury Delivers 10-Year Sentence to Repeat DWI Offender

Blue Ribbon News 3/30 6:30A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (March 30, 2026) On March 25, 2026, Judge David Rakow of the 439th Judicial District Court sentenced Dallas County resident, James William Travis, 44, to ten years in a Texas prison for the felony offense of Driving While Intoxicated...

Rockwall City Council Candidate Forum set for April 9

Blue Ribbon News 3/24 2:26A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (March 24, 2026) The City of Rockwall will host a Candidate Forum for the contested Rockwall City Council seats in the upcoming election. The event is open to the public and begins at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9 at The Center, 108 E....

One Small Habit That Protects a Big Future

Blue Ribbon News 3/21 4:30A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (March 21, 2026) Across communities everywhere, spring means one thing: kids are back outside riding bikes, scooters, and exploring their neighborhoods again. For many families, it’s a simple joy of childhood the freedom to ride down...

Emerging Leaders Youth Tour County Government

Blue Ribbon News 3/18 12:19P Sam Redig

ROCKWALL, TX (March 18, 2026) — The Royse City Tri-County Chamber Youth Leadership program, EMERGING LEADERS, is dedicated to fostering positive change by building a dynamic network of future leaders committed to making a difference in their...

Celebrate Rockwall’s Founders Day on May 16 with daylong activities, live music

Blue Ribbon News 3/16 5:26A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (March 16, 2026) Celebrate Rockwall’s 172nd  birthday as the city commemorates Founders Day on Saturday, May 16. The free festival takes place both in downtown Rockwall and at Harry Myers Park, with a robust lineup of family...

Rockwall Youth Fair Returns with Livestock, Family Fun and $100K Market Sale

Blue Ribbon News 3/15 7:56A Editor

Celebrating ‘Time-Treasured Opportunities’ Get ready to celebrate a Rockwall County tradition! From March 25–28, 2026, the 73rd Annual Rockwall Youth Fair returns to showcase the agricultural heritage of Rockwall County. Held at Tate Farms (12992...