Blue Ribbon News Feed
- Rockwall County Lakeside Leaders, leading by example
Rockwall, TX (October 11, 2024) – Twice a year a group of community members devoted to helping people and organizations in the county gather for an hour of inspiration. The group, Lakeside Leaders, with Lacy Deckard and Russ Porter spearheading the mission, are working to help nonprofits raise money and spread awareness. “Lakeside Leaders is
- Volunteer celebrates 15 years with Lone Star CASA
Lone Star CASA advocate Doug Pritchard and his wife Cynthia Pritchard ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 4, 2024) — This past September, Doug Pritchard marked an incredible 15 years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) with Lone Star CASA. Appointed by judges, CASA volunteers are critical in advocating for the safety and stability of children who
- Lone Star CASA swears in seven new volunteer advocates
From left are: Mariela Lomeli, Princess Robinson, Kasity Briley, Judge Hall, Robyn Cooper-Harding, Christi Arnold, Sherri Waffer, and Elizabeth Valdez. ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 1, 2024) – On the last Tuesday morning of July at the Rockwall County Courthouse, The Honorable Judge Hall officially swore in seven new CASA volunteers. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing
- National Charity League and Lone Star CASA: Strengthening communities and fostering bonds
Lone Star CASA staff Mariela Lomeli and Elizabeth Mosman, and NCL Lone Star Chapter member Breelyn King (2026) Rockwall, Texas (July 23, 2024) – In recent years, the NCL (National Charity League) Lone Star Chapter, dedicated to promoting community service and fostering mother-daughter relationships, has actively contributed to Lone Star CASA’s mission through volunteerism and
- Dallas Builders Association presents check to Lone Star CASA
Rockwall, TX (July 19, 2024) – On Sunday, May 19, 2024, the Metro East Division of the Dallas Builders Association hosted its 19th annual Cars for CASA auto show at the Rockwall County Courthouse to raise money for Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). At a luncheon on Thursday, July 18, 2024, Metro East
- Rockwall County Democrats extend gratitude for CASA kids birthday contributions
Rockwall, TX (July 2, 2024) — The Rockwall County Democrats would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the CASA Kids Birthday Gift Bags initiative for the month of June. Your generous donations have brought joy and hope to many children under the care of Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).
- Annual Clays for CASA to be held August 16
Rockwall, TX (June 6, 2024) – Registration has opened for Lone Star CASA’s 9th Annual Clays for CASA which will be held at Texas Gun Ranch in Terrell, TX on August 16th. All of the proceeds from this event benefit Lone Star CASA to ensure that 100% of children who have experienced abuse and neglect
- Lone Star CASA Celebrates Volunteer Advocates at Annual Banquet
Rockwall, TX (May 31, 2024) – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on Sunday, April 28th, at the Parrish House prior to the launch of National Foster Care Month. This event served to celebrate and honor the dedication of CASA’s Volunteer Advocates who make a resounding difference in
- Lone Star CASA gears up for Cars for CASA
ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2024) – Calling all car enthusiasts and advocates for children! Get ready to rev your engines for the 2024 Cars for CASA event, a thrilling event benefiting Lone Star CASA hosted by the Metro East Division of the Dallas Builders Association. Mark your calendars for 10 a.m. Sunday, May 19 and
- Rockwall Area Chamber features non-profit Community Champions at monthly luncheon
Rockwall, TX (March 22, 2024) – Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Community Champions, eight local 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, to the March Chamber membership luncheon. Sharing their mission, passion projects, and little-known facts, those in attendance saw firsthand how these wonderful organizations contribute to the betterment of Rockwall County and surrounding areas. Showcasing their organizations