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Siblings David, Gwen, and Retired Judge Donald Jones sit on a bench outside the Donald R. Jones Justice Center. The bench was placed in dedication to their parents K. Ewell and Fritzi Lucille Jones. A formal dedication of the bench and the Donald R. Jones Justice Center was completed Friday, April 11. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Siblings David, Gwen, and Retired Judge Donald Jones sit on a bench outside the Donald R. Jones Justice Center. The bench was placed in dedication to their parents K. Ewell and Fritzi Lucille Jones. A formal dedication of the bench and the Donald R. Jones Justice Center was completed Friday, April 11. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Jones family honored at the bench

Wyndi
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
A large crowd of friends, family and citizens gathered in front of the Donald R. Jones Justice Center for what was announced as a dedication of a new memorial bench. However, the event also acted as a surprise opportunity to formally dedicate the center to Judge Donald Jones.
TxDot crews began a year and a half long project on Patrick Street to remove historical Thurber bricks from underneath the roadway to help with stabilization. They will then reconstruct the road including curbs and gutters with new pavement. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

TxDot crews began a year and a half long project on Patrick Street to remove historical Thurber bricks from underneath the roadway to help with stabilization. They will then reconstruct the road including curbs and gutters with new pavement. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Crews hit the bricks

Paul Gaudette
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Dublin was a flurry of activity in recent weeks as city crews were joined by other organizations in improving infrastructure.The intersection of Elm and Patrick was closed and a detour put in place as TxDOT began the first phase on working on drainage and the roadway on Dublin’s main street.

Dublin High School News

Dr. Norma Villicana-arreguin
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, there’s no shortage of exciting events, academic milestones, and student accomplishments to celebrate. Here’s a look at what’s coming up!The current six-week grading period will officially close this Friday.

Response Reports

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
The following first responder calls were made March 23 -March 30. Local first responders handled 63 calls during this timeframe.Dublin PDMarch 24 - PD aided with an agency assist when calling EMS for an adult female.

UFO play set for Tarleton this week

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
A 2008 UFO sighting in Stephenville is the subject of an original play to be presented by Tarleton State University’s Texan Theatre starting April 10 in the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center.

Humane Society Run May 3

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
The second annual Cinco De Mayo 5k and Fun Run has been set Saturday, May 3 for the Bosque River Tail benefiting the Erath County Humane Society.The event will start at 9 a.m. at the trailhead at Timber Ridge Church (510 E. Lingleville) with humans disembarking on the 5K.

Community Calendar

News Staff
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Friday, April 11■ Sensory Safe hour: 9-10 a.m. Dublin Public Library (206 W. Blackjack) Time reserved for those with sensory needs. FREE■ Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry: 5-7 p.m. Newman Hall (1444 W. Washington St.

Area Briefs

News Staff
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
CCHF to host BBQ fundraiser in AprilWould you like to get some good BBQ while supporting the Comanche County Healthcare Foundation? Orders will be open for the 5th annual Spring BBQ Fundraiser from April 1 to April 15.

Resiliency Summit Friday

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
This Friday partners in Erath County will come together for the Full Circle Community Resiliency Summit.