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SHERIFF’S REPORT

July 3 At 4:54 a.m. a Chevy 3500 Silverado with no one around was found on fire in a ditch off of FM 2481. It had been reported as stolen. At 9:14 p.m. a very friendly dog was found lost on FM 8 West near CR 568. July 5 At 5:33 p.m.
CTFAC Art Camp draws sell-out crowd

CTFAC Art Camp draws sell-out crowd

CTFAC Art Camp draws sell-out crowd

Seats were filled this week at the Cross Timbers Fine Art Council River North Gallery as spots for the youth art camp were sold out. Kids attending were led in a variety of exercises learning the basics of painting. Sara Gann | Citizen staff photos
Kids unlock treasures at FBC VBS

Kids unlock treasures at FBC VBS

Kids unlock treasures at FBC VBS

Several groups of youth ‘unlocked treasures’ at First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School last week, taking part in dancing, snacks, outside activities like chasing bubbles crafts and much more. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photos
Kids were making a splash

Kids were making a splash

Kids were making a splash

Kids were making a splash (lot of them, actually) in the kickoff to Calvary Fellowship’s Vacation Bible School Monday night.

City shortens dump hours

The Dublin City Council voted to close the public works yard at 602 N. Morton to the public on Monday through Friday and make it available for residents on the first and third Saturday of every month from 8 a.m. to noon.
Dublin sales up 19.20% in May

Dublin sales up 19.20% in May

Dublin sales up 19.20% in May

Dublin reportedly collected nearly 20 percent more in sales tax returns for July than last year. The totals were released as part of the monthly sales tax totals reported by the office of Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar.

DABC Tourney returns July 31

The annual Dublin Athletic Booster Club Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament has been set for Saturday, July 31, at PAR Country Club. Entry fees for the 4-person scramble are $50 per person or $200 per team. All entry fees include green fees, cart, breakfast and lunch. Check-in will begin at 7 a.m.
Animals such as the dog and cats below are up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society. As of Monday, there were 156 animals in the shelter, according to director Serena Wright (bottom, petting a furry friend in need of a home). Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Animals such as the dog and cats below are up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society. As of Monday, there were 156 animals in the shelter, according to director Serena Wright (bottom, petting a furry friend in need of a home). Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

150+ Furry Friends in Need

“WE NEED HELP,” a July 4 post on the Erath County Humane Society began. At that time, the facility was “way over capacity” with 91 dogs and 97 cats.

Free event promises kids fun, education

Paluxy River Children’s Advocacy Center and STAR Council are partnering for a free morning of valuable information and fun for kids. The event will be held Wednesday, July 21 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Dublin’s Little Authors (113 E. Blackjack).

Calvary VBS starts Monday

Calvary Fellowship Vacation Bible School will be held Monday, July 12-July 14 from 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. The event is open for student kindergarten through 4th grade and will conclude with family night at Dublin City Pool from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.