Latest Developments in Measles Cases in Rockwall County

Blue Ribbon News 2/23 4:07A 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 guidelines. The first confirmed case of the year was identified on...

Ashley Rains Announces Candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 2

Blue Ribbon News 2/23 3:51A 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 almost a decade. Nearly six years ago, we chose to make Fate, Texas our...

Lone Star CASA celebrates Board Chair, Sandra Ownby, after six remarkable years of service

Blue Ribbon News 2/19 3:40A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (February 19, 2026) Lone Star CASA announces the conclusion of Sandra Ownby’s tenure as a Board Member, marking the end of six extraordinary years of leadership, dedication, and service to children and families in our...

March 3, 2026 Primary Election Information

City of Rowlett - News Flash 2/18 3:18A

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Citywide Sanitary Sewer Odor Abatement Program

City of Rowlett - News Flash 2/13 8:10P

The City of Rowlett continues its Citywide Sanitary Sewer Odor Abatement Program. This update outlines recent monitoring data, mitigation efforts, and next steps to reduce odors, including chemical dosing, aeration, and system evaluation.

Homeowner’s Guide to Landscaping event set for March 7 in Rockwall

Blue Ribbon News 2/12 6:08A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (February 12, 2026) Residents are invited to attend the Homeowner’s Guide to Landscaping, a free, family-friendly educational event focused on water-smart, sustainable landscaping. The event will take place on Saturday, March 7,...

How I Met My Mate | When Bumper Stickers Did the Matching: Chuck and Eva Hummel

Blue Ribbon News 2/8 3:00A Editor

Chuck and Eva Hummel NOW . Photo by Jill Cornelius with JC-Originals Photography. Single But Looking ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 8, 2026) Long before dating apps and swipes, romance sometimes arrived on four wheels—with a bumper sticker. It was the...

How I Met My Mate | When Love is Patient (and Persistant): Charles and Tamika Williams

Blue Ribbon News 2/7 3:00A Editor

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 7, 2026) Charles and I met in July 2003 at his cousin s 30th birthday party. His cousin was my niece by marriage. And I attended the party with my ex-husband (as friends) and Charles attended the party with his...

Alert Rockwall Drivers: I-30 closes with detours in place at Horizon Road beginning Fri, February 6

Blue Ribbon News 2/5 9:28A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (February 5, 2026) – Weather permitting, the following traffic impacts are scheduled as part of an ongoing bridge improvement project: All lanes of eastbound I-30 will be closed at Horizon Road in Rockwall from 10 p.m. Friday,...

Support neighbors in need through the Helping Hands of Rockwall County Charity Whiskey Raffle

Blue Ribbon News 2/5 9:18A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (February 5, 2026) Helping Hands of Rockwall County Charity Whiskey Raffle is LIVE! Get your tickets, and support your neighbors across Rockwall County, for the drawing to be held on April 2, 2026. Check out some of the...

How I Met My Mate | A Chance Encounter: Rockwall County residents Sandra and Mitch Ownby

Blue Ribbon News 2/5 7:05A Editor

Sandra and Mitch Ownby NOW by Kristi Dickinson Photography. Editor s Note: Each year for Valentine’s Day, Blue Ribbon News asks local couples to share stories of how they met. Publishing their tales of true love has become one of our favorite...

Attracting Hummingbirds to Rockwall County Gardens

Blue Ribbon News 2/2 8:47A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (February 2, 2026) Spring is just around the corner, and now is the time to begin planning how to better attract hummingbirds to your garden this year.  The ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common species sited in the...

Meet the Candidates: Final Friday Night Forum takes place Friday, January 30

Blue Ribbon News 1/29 4:44A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (January 29, 2026) The last Friday Night Forum with Republican Primary candidates will include Senate District 2, County Judge, County Commissioner Precinct 4 and Justice of the Peace Precinct 2.The Forum is set to start at...

Walk away from the February meeting of Rowlett Reviews with a list of books to read this year

Blue Ribbon News 1/29 4:15A Melanie M

Rowlett, TX (January 29, 2026) Our next review held on Tuesday, February 17 is always a favorite one because we walk away with 10 new book suggestions! The beloved reviewer is Carolee Juergens who brings us A Bag Of Books every year. In one...

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Duties and Responsibilities of Justice Positions in Rockwall County

Blue Ribbon News 1/26 5:51A Melanie M

Rockwall County, TX (January 26, 2026) There are two contested justice positions on the March 3 primary election. One is the Court at Law while the second is the Justice of Peace. Both will be discussed in this article. For Court at Law number 1...