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Stephenville firefighters traveled to the Texas Panhandle last week to aid in the largest wildfire in the state’s history. Many firefighters along with ranchers and volunteers are aiding the area by providing resources including hay and livestock feed. Submitted photo

Stephenville firefighters traveled to the Texas Panhandle last week to aid in the largest wildfire in the state’s history. Many firefighters along with ranchers and volunteers are aiding the area by providing resources including hay and livestock feed. Submitted photo

Neighbors aid with panhandle fires

Wyndi Veigel-gaudette
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
When the largest wildfire in the state’s history blazed through the Texas Panhandle, all hands were on deck, including firefighters from Stephenville FD.The fire started Monday, Feb. 26 and is known as the Smokehouse Creek fire, which has consumed nearly 1.2 million acres.

Songwriter showcase gives back to first responders

Paul Gaudette
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
This weekend, Erath residents get the chance to support those who keep them safe while enjoying a quality lineup of live music.Erath First Responders Foundation’s Songwriter Showcase is being held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 9 at City Limits in Stephenville.
Dublin FCCLA members Abbygayle Marett and Jacquelynn Knoop received 3rd place in Chapter In Review Display Level 2. at the Region II Leadership conference. Submitted photo

Dublin FCCLA members Abbygayle Marett and Jacquelynn Knoop received 3rd place in Chapter In Review Display Level 2. at the Region II Leadership conference. Submitted photo

FCCLA moves onto state competition

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
All members pictured placed in the Top 5 at Regionals and is moving on to state competition. Students will compete at State April 12-14 in Dallas. Sponsor Regina Rasberry told students she was proud of all of their work and dedication.
Cody Cook was sworn in as Dublin’s newest officer Thursday, Feb. 22 and began work over the weekend. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Cody Cook was sworn in as Dublin’s newest officer Thursday, Feb. 22 and began work over the weekend. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

New officer hired for Dublin PD

Wyndi Veigel-gaudette
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
A new face has donned the Dublin Police Department uniform, though he is no stranger to Erath County.

Clash ends in cuffs

Wyndi Veigel-gaudette
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
After a series of events on Camden Street, two people were arrested, according to information released by the Dublin Police Department.On the evening Feb. 3, officers of theDublinPoliceDepartment were dispatched to the 300 block of Camden Street in reference to a disturbance between neighbors.

Fun abounds for St. Pats day

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
A slew of green spirit will be on tap for this year’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities March 14-16, including the annual parade, vendors, live music and pageants.

Community Calendar

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Sunday, March 3 ■ Little Miss Dublin Tea Party: 2-4 p.m. The Station (next to First National Bank)■ Jr. and Miss Dublin Interviews: 2-4 p.m. First Methodist Church (Highland Avenue) Tuesday, March 5■ Primary Election Day: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dublin Church of Christ■ Dublin Lions Club: 7 a.m.
Museum Matters

Museum Matters

Museum Matters

Ben Pate
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Years ago, students going to Tarleton didn’t have money to buy a car or other transportation. The solution was the Tarleton Bus which was a retired school bus that was called back into service to take students to college classes on a daily basis.

Drug arrest made

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
An Erath County Joint Narcotics Unit investigation led to the arrest of one on drug related charges.On Wednesday, Feb. 21 the unit conducted an investigation into illegal narcotic activity in the 2200 block of West Lingleville Road in Stephenville.

Area Briefs

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Independence Day meal set at museumLet’s Celebrate Texas Independence Day at the Comanche County Historical Museum from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 3 at 402 Moorman Rd.The museum will be serving Texas Chili  and beef stew; also cornbread, crackers, and all the fixings.