Baskin-Robbins, Panera Bread open on Tarleton campus

Soups, sandwiches and scoops are now being served at Tarleton State following today’s ribboncutting ceremony for Panera Bread and Baskin-Robbins, where university leaders, campus partners and community members gathered at the restaurants’ shared storefront next to Buffalo Wild Wings located on the...

No indictment returned in deadly officer-involved shooting

No indictments have been returned on the deadly force officer involved shooting that occurred July 21 in Stephenville.According to information released by Erath County District Attorney Alan Nash and a grand jury heard the evidence Aug. 20.

Dublin Citizen honored as Business of the Month

The Dublin Citizen was recognized as Business of the Month by the Dublin Chamber of Commerce and hosted an open house Thursday, Aug. 20.

Area Briefs

Lone Star Iris Society sell set this weekendThe Lone Star Iris Society will sponsor an iris/plant sale from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 29 at Hico High School. Irises will be for sale until sold out at the Hico High Secondary Cafeteria, located at 901 Cedar in Hico.

County adjusts road fee for child safety

A change in how registration fees in the county are allocated will result in helping children and families.At the Monday, Aug. 24 Erath County Commissioners Court meeting, commissioners discussed and decided on optional fees assessed every time a person registers their vehicle.

Crop Report

AgriLife Extension district reporters compiled the following report for the Central Texas district: The district endured two weeks of consecutive 100-degree daytime temperatures, drying topsoil rapidly while subsoil moisture held in some areas. Rainfall was highly variable, with totals from 0.

Dublin FFA wins big at calf scramble

Dublin FFA had 14 members hit the dirt Saturday, Aug. 22 for the calf scramble at the City Park rodeo hosted by Byrn Rodeo productions Six students won $350 scholarships: Matthew Sargent, David Macias, Hudsen Joslin, Kyler Gaitan, Ethan Whitaker and Jory McKeithen.For coverage in print, see the Aug.

Carter Blood Care presents check to DHS

Carter Blood Care recently presented Dublin High School FCCLA with a $500 check for their participation with students in their blood drives. Each year Dublin High School seniors are able to walk with special red cords for participating throughout the year and donating blood.

Grand Jury indicts 10

The following individuals were indicted by the Erath County Grand Jury Aug. 20 on felony charges.