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Miss Devon Dawson and Cowboy Poet Teresa Burleson entertain crowds during an intermission at the annual Simply Dangerous event hosted by Lilly G Arena Productions Saturday, Feb. 22 at Tarleton State University. Danielle Meador | Citizen staff photo

Rodeo royalty honored in glitzy gala

Wyndi

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Cowboy hats and haute couture filled the Tarleton Student Center ballrooms Saturday, Feb. 22 as Lilly G Arena Productions hosted its 7th annual Simply Dangerous fashion show and awards presentation.

Community Calendar

News Staff

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Thursday, Feb. 20 ■ Tranquil Tales: Toddler Time 10-11 a.m. Dublin Public Library (206 W. Blackjack.) FREE Friday, Feb. 21■ Sensory Safe hour: 9-10 a.m. Dublin Public Library (206 W. Blackjack) Time reserved for those with sensory needs. FREE Saturday, Feb. 22 ■ Seated Serenity: 10-11 a.m.

Briefs

News Staff

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Pinewood Derby set for Feb. 22 Pack 35 of Dublin will be having its 2025 Pinewood Derby Races from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 at 815 N. Patrick Street.There will be a Den Class, Sibling Class, Legends Class and a Corporate Class!The event will be great fun and entertainment for all ages!

Last year’s fashion show at Simply Dangerous. Citizen file photo

Lilly G staging gala Feb. 22

Wyndi

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

This weekend will mark the 8th annual event for Simply Dangerous - From the Arena to the Runway hosted by Lilly G Arena Productions.Simply Dangerous will be held at 6 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Barry Thompson Student Center Ballroom at Tarleton State University.

Dorothy Dunn Edwards with her husband Virgil Edwards Sr. and their four children, Virgil Jr., Sherman, An and Mechelle. Courtesy photo

Edwards family contributes lasting legacy to Erath

Wyndi

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

At 86, Dorothy Dunn Edwards is the oldest Black woman in Stephenville and as matriarch of the Edwards family she has contributed to a lasting legacy within the county.“It’s diversified some and everyone has been nice,” Mrs. Edwards said.

Sales tax significantly up for December

From Staff Reports

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Dublin sales tax collections were significantly up in December, 35.77% compared to December 2023, according to the state sales tax report released by Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar.For the month of December, Dublin received $81,893.29, compared to $60,315.08 in December 2023.

A single vehicle car accident resulted in a downed power pole on Clinton Street Saturday, Feb. 15. The power pole required replacement affecting electricity in portions of Dublin for numerous hours. No one was hurt in the accident. Far left, power crews work on replacing the pole. The roadway was closed for several hours. Courtesy photo

Accident knocks out power for hours

News Staff

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Steps and Stops

Dudley Anderson

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.Like most people, I often find myself longing back to those so-called, good ‘ol days. At my age, I have enjoyed not too few wonderful opportunities to share the Good News.

2 arrested on child endangerment

Wyndi

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Two individuals were arrested on child endangerment charges after a 3-year-old girl was involved in a neardrowning incident Sunday, Feb. 16. A police standoff at the Patrick Apartments in Stephenville happened as a result of the case.

Cabins are being built at the Stephenville/Dublin KOA site along with an expansion that already includes a playground and a retail site with a laundromat. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

KOA growing to meet guest, community needs

Paul Gaudette

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

A pair of arches rose last week at the Dublin-Stephenville KOA campgrounds on FM219 as a testament of its continuing growth to benefit its guests, residents and the Dublin community.Ken Stephens, who owns the property with Jordan Ditty, was overseeing the construction Feb.