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The Erath County Historical Commission was awarded a 2025 Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Historical Commission.The award was presented by Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee during the June 8 Commissioner Court meeting. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

ECHC honored by state commission

Wyndi

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

The Erath County Historical Commission has plenty to celebrate as they have been awarded a 2025 Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Historical Commission.

Area Briefs

News Staff

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Big Brothers, Big Sisters Golf Tourney setA golf tournament fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erath County is set Friday, June 12 at Legends Country Club (137 Ben Hogan, Stephenville).Entry fees are $500 for each 4-man team in the scramble. Hole sponsorships are available for $150 each.

Response Reports

From Staff Reports

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

The following first responder calls were made June 1-June 8. Local first responders handled 52 calls during this time frame and PD completed 11 traffic stops.Dublin PD June 1A code enforcement call was completed.

Road closures to affect Erath traffic

From Staff Reports

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Two upcoming construction projects in Erath County may affect drivers. Weather permitting, construction is beginning to replace the County Road 351 bridge at Bell Branch north of Dublin. Traffic is currently being directed through a signed detour route. Drivers should expect delays.

Man arrested for firearm smuggling

Wyndi

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

A man previously arrested in Erath County was recently arrested on firearm smuggling charges out of Parker County.Yazan Wesley Adel was arrested for the offense of Firearm Smuggling – Three or More Firearms, a Second-Degree felony.

Double N Cowboy Church

Double N Cowboy Church hosts final Spring Family Fun Day

News Staff

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Double N Cowboy Church hosted the final family fun day of the spring season in the church arena May 23 with riders of all ages showing their skills. The fun days will return again in the fall.

Park Packed for Moo-La Fest

News Staff

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Stephenville’s City Park was packed last week as crowds’ celebrated Erath County’s ties and rich history with the dairy industry at the annual Moo-La Fest. Live music draws spectators to the Birdsong Amphiteater while younger guests get in the spirit by dancing the Macarena.

Summer Reading draws visitors out of shells

News Staff

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

A crowd of excited kids got to meet some furry, scaled and tough-shelled friends as the Creature Teacher staff made their annual trip to the Dublin Public Library as part of the summer reading program Thursday, June 4.

SRO Sergeant Jacob Ivie receives the Lifesaving award for saving a student at the Dublin Secondary School from choking. The award was presented by Director of Public Safety/ Police Chief Cameron Ray and City Councilmembers Bo Kabala, Nancy Williams, Mayor David Leatherwood and Councilmember Sammy Moore. Wyndi Veigel- Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

City honors SRO Sgt. for saving student

Wyndi

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

A student’s life was saved thanks to the quick action of Dublin School Resource Officer and Sergeant Jacob Ivie who received the lifesaving award at the Monday, June 8 city council meeting.

Reunion, race among weekend events

Wyndi

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

This weekend will be full of fun events and everyone is invited to participate!The Dublin Irish Stampede 10K-5K-2K Run, hosted by the Dublin Lions Club, will kick off at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, June 13 by the Dublin Public Library.