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The Dublin FFA Greenhands attended the Area IV Greenhand Leadership Camp in Abilene on Thursday, Oct. 12. They spent the day attending leadership workshops and participating in team building, communication, and goal setting activities. FFA sponsors reported a great time was had by the students and they are looking forward to these students’ future impact. - | submitted photo

The Dublin FFA Greenhands attended the Area IV Greenhand Leadership Camp in Abilene on Thursday, Oct. 12. They spent the day attending leadership workshops and participating in team building, communication, and goal setting activities. FFA sponsors reported a great time was had by the students and they are looking forward to these students’ future impact. - | submitted photo

FFA greenhands attend camp

The Dublin FFA Greenhands attended the Area IV Greenhand Leadership Camp in Abilene on Thursday, Oct. 12. They spent the day attending leadership workshops and participating in team building, communication, and goal setting activities.
Comanche Extension Agent Michael Berry

Comanche Extension Agent Michael Berry

Comanche Extension Agent Michael Berry

As I write this there are several days of good rainfall in the forecast, that does not seem to mean much lately, but I hope this time it will mean a good soaking.

OCC week Nov. 13-20

Erathresidentsarereminded National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child is Nov. 13-20.

Library Log

Schedule At A Glance Thursday, Oct. 26 ■ Toddler Time for 6 months to 24 months: 10 a.m. ■ Chess Club: 4 p.m. The library is still seeking volunteers to help with packing boxes for its upcoming renovation project. Call to sign up for a time, date spot. Saturday, Oct.

Halloween events on tap

A ton of spooktacular fun is set to commence for Halloween and citizens are invited to attend all kinds of events. The Dublin Chamber of Commerce’s annual Safe Trick-or-Treat will be held Tuesday, Oct. 31 starting at 5 p.m. in the downtown area. Businesses will be handing out all kinds of treats.

Early voting continues

Early voting for 14 Constitutional Amendments Nov. 7 election is continuing this week. Early voting will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 27; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30 through Wednesday, Nov. 1 and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2-Friday, Nov. 3.
Fire impacts Veldhuizen

Fire impacts Veldhuizen

Fire impacts Veldhuizen

A firefighter battles a blaze at Veldhuizen Cheese Friday, Oct. 20. The machinery shop was a complete loss and according to Erath County Fire Marshal Tommy Shelton, the accidental fi re is still under investigation as to what started it.
The new sidewalks downtown are a joint effort between the Economic Development Corporation and the city to provide safe sidewalks to those visiting downtown businesses. “Hopefully this is the first in a series of improvements. We want to thank the EDC board for their willingness to assist with such improvements,” City Manager Bobby Mendez said. Wyndi Veigel | Citizen staff photo

The new sidewalks downtown are a joint effort between the Economic Development Corporation and the city to provide safe sidewalks to those visiting downtown businesses. “Hopefully this is the first in a series of improvements. We want to thank the EDC board for their willingness to assist with such improvements,” City Manager Bobby Mendez said. Wyndi Veigel | Citizen staff photo

New paths for Dublin

The new sidewalks downtown are a joint effort between the Economic Development Corporation and the city to provide safe sidewalks to those visiting downtown businesses. “Hopefully this is the fi rst in a series of improvements.
Hundreds of women attended the inaugural Women Empowering Women Summit hosted by the Dublin Chamber of Commerce and Comanche Chamber of Commerce. Massey’s ViewWorks | Courtesy photo

Hundreds of women attended the inaugural Women Empowering Women Summit hosted by the Dublin Chamber of Commerce and Comanche Chamber of Commerce. Massey’s ViewWorks | Courtesy photo

Women empowered with Chamber event

More than a hundred women pampered themselves, learned and enjoyed spending time with other women at the inaugural Women Empowering Women Summit Professional Business Women of Central Texas Event.

Community Calendar

Thursday, Oct. 19 ■ Toddler Time: 10 a.m. Dublin Public Library (206 Blackjack Street) ■ Chess Club: 4 p.m. Dublin Public Library Saturday, Oct. 21 ■ Dublin Market Days: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wright Park in downtown Dublin ■ Winter giveaway at Kingdom Threads: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (201 N.