Area Briefs

Friends of Dick Smith Library hosting annual book saleThe Friends of Dick Smith Library will be hosting its annual Book Sale from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11 and Thursday, June 12.The sale will be located in the MP Room of the Dick Smith Library located on Tarleton's Campus.

Response Reports

The following first responder calls were made May 26 –June 1. Local first responders handled 81 calls during this timeframe and PD completed 29 traffic stops.Dublin PD May 26There was a supposed stolen vehicle and Dublin PD was assisting another agency.

Reunion, stampede this Saturday

This weekend brings the return of the annual Irish Stampede and all-class reunion, offering a chance for happy feet and faces.The Dublin Irish Stampede 10K-5K-2K Run, hosted by the Dublin Lions Club, will kick off at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, June 14 by the Dublin Public Library.

Registration open for CT Classic

Registration is open for the fifth annual Cross Timbers Classic hosted by Cross Timbers Family Services set Friday, June 27 at Squaw Valley in Glen Rose.

Scaling friendship with feathered, furred friends

Scaling friendship with feathered, furred friends

Hogan tournament remembers man behind the legend

The Ben Hogan Museum in downtown Dublin through its displays and artifacts presents the story of one of the most remarkable comeback stories, careers and personalities in golf, but the annual dinner and legacy tournament June 5-6 emphasized he was more than a great player.

Lions score pair of Ws

The Dublin Lions claimed another pair of wins on the home basketball court Monday, June 9 as they continue their summer schedule.The Lions overtook Brownwood 60-45. “We had some high flying action middle of the game to get the separation that we needed,” said head Lions basketball coach Wes Grisham.

How to feed hummingbirds in Texas

From their rapid flight to their high-energy needs, hummingbirds are among nature’s most fascinating creatures. It’s no wonder that hummingbird feeders are a common sight in Texas yards and gardens, from Texarkana to El Paso and Amarillo to Weslaco.

Officials get leeway in ejecting spectators

A bill recently signed by Governor Greg Abbott gives officials more power in ejecting spectators from UIL and school-sanctioned events.