Commentary

Museum Matters

Museum Matters

Museum Matters

Ben Pate
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
The post office at Dublin began on June 14, 1875 with F.C. Oldham as its first postmaster.The railroads had not arrived yet in Dublin, but a company called The Chidister Line established a Ft.Worth to Ft. Yuma stagecoach that brought mail every other day.
Danielle Lemke, a 2010 Dublin High School graduate, uses her culinary experience and passion for Pure Hope, an organization that houses survivors of sex trafficking including teaching them kitchen skills. Courtesy photo

Danielle Lemke, a 2010 Dublin High School graduate, uses her culinary experience and passion for Pure Hope, an organization that houses survivors of sex trafficking including teaching them kitchen skills. Courtesy photo

Where are they now? Danielle Lemke

Eva Frederick
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Dublin graduate Danielle Lemke has had some unconventional experiences — from working as a pastry chef in Idaho, to being a private chef on a wildlife ranch, to helping survivors of sex trafficking. Career-wise, “I’ll just say yes to just about anything,” she said.

Faith: How Does the Holy Spirit Help Christians?

Carey Kinsolving
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
“The Holy Spirit helps me on being grateful. My mom gave me something I don’t like, but I still liked it,” says Siroc, 7.That’s one of the best definitions of spiritual maturity I’ve ever heard: being thankful even when dinner looks suspicious.
Defining Peace

Defining Peace

Faith: Defining Peace

Jerry D. Ousley
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
In a dark and dingy cell, a young man lay on the floor. Hearing a noise down the dimly lit hallway, he rolled to his side and noticed that his back was numb from the cold floor. Taking a breath, his nose twitched from the smell of damp mold and human waste.
Berry’s Picks

Berry’s Picks

Berry’s Picks

Comanche Extension Agent Michael Berry
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Small Grain Field DaySmall grain production is one of the largest crops grown in Comanche County and the surrounding areas. The last couple of years have not been the best but typically small grains are one of our more reliable crops, especially on dryland fields.
AgriLife shares insect guidance for green industry

AgriLife shares insect guidance for green industry

Ag: AgriLife shares insect guidance for green industry

News Staff
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Texas A&M AgriLife scientists continue to assess potential impacts and prepare strategies to control a new invasive pest – the two-spot cotton leafhopper, also known as the cotton jassid – that is impacting Texas’ ornamental nursery industry and threatens future cotton production.

Ag: Farm Bureau supports ‘Farm Bill 2.0’

News Staff
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
The following statement may be attributed to Texas Farm Bureau President following an introduction of “Farm Bill 2.0” bill by U.S. House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson.

DISD: Dublin Elementary Principal

Brandy Carr
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
As we move into one of the busiest times of the school year, we want to take a moment to say thank you. Families, thank you for sharing your children with us each and every day. It is truly a privilege to teach, guide, and watch them grow.
Cracking the Case

Cracking the Case

Cracking the Case

John Moore
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
A ceramic dishpan, a lot of pecans, and a nutcracker made in Little Rock. When we saw those three things sitting in my dad’s lap, we knew we’d hear the cracking of pecans for days afterward.
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For County Voting profile information, as well as general Primary Voting information for Erath County, see The Dublin Citizen’s FREE online Voters Guide at www. dublincitizen.com.

Why the Rural Texas Vote Matters Most in the Primaries

Suzanne Bellsnyder
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
For many rural Texans, elections can feel like a formality. By the time November rolls around, the outcome often seems decided. But that’s exactly why the primary election matters more than any other vote you will cast.In much of rural Texas, the primary is the election of consequence.