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Erath Extension Agent Lonnie Jenschke
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
New World screwworm Field guide for cattle producersBeef cattle producers who find or suspect New World screwworm, NWS, now have a user-friendly resource to help guide their next steps in the process.

Crop Report

News Staff
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
AgriLife Extension district reporters compiled the following report for the Central Texas district: Hot and dry conditions prevailed across the district. High temperatures pushed into the upper 90s and above 100 degrees, but a cool front late in the week offered modest relief.
Abigail Delgado asks about community needs and speaks about the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health grant for Rural Healing through Innovation and Connection during the July 31 community event at the historic train depot. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Abigail Delgado asks about community needs and speaks about the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health grant for Rural Healing through Innovation and Connection during the July 31 community event at the historic train depot. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Grant aims to fulfill rural mental health needs

Paul Gaudette
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Abigail Delgado is a familiar face to those visiting the Dublin Public Library but following a $375,000 grant, her role in connecting patrons with their needs is much larger.

Rodeo set for next weekend

Paul Gaudette
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Byrn Rodeo Productions and sponsor Triple Crown Ford are once again lighting up the City Park Arena with the annual UPRA/ CPRA sanctioned rodeo Aug. 2122, starting each night at 7:30 p.m.Formerly under the Diamond Cross banner, the 6th annual event promises entertainment for the whole family.
Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution were on hand at the Monday, Aug. 10 Dublin City Council meeting for the signing of a proclamation for Constitution Week Sept. 17-23. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution were on hand at the Monday, Aug. 10 Dublin City Council meeting for the signing of a proclamation for Constitution Week Sept. 17-23. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

City talks subdivision TIRZ

Wyndi Veigel-gaudette
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
The city of Dublin is pursuing research on a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) in conjunction with a water line improvement project for the Emerald Ridge subdivision.At the Monday, Aug.

Burn Ban now in place

Wyndi
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
A 90-day burn ban with welding restrictions is now in place for Erath County.The commissioners court enacted the burn ban Monday, Aug.

Sales tax holiday this weekend

From Staff Reports
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Texas families have a chance to save money on needed items during the sales tax holiday this weekend (Aug. 7-9).Texas Comptroller Don Huffines announced families are expected to save an estimated $142.5 million in state and local sales taxes during this year’s sales tax holiday.

Area Briefs

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
National exhibit on display at CTFAC Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council is hosting a traveling National exhibit called the 'Art of the Wish'. The exhibit features a variety of 'wishes' in art form celebrating creativity, community and the impact of a wish from the prospective of the elderly.