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An eclipse to remember

An eclipse to remember

An eclipse to remember

Throughout Erath County and Texas, many gathered outdoors Saturday, Oct. 14 to view the annular solar eclipse. An annular eclipse occurs when the moon passes in front of the sun but it is too far from Earth to completely obscure it.

Early voting to start Monday

Early voting for 14 Constitutional Amendments Nov. 7 election begins Monday, Oct. 23 and voters are encouraged to cast their ballots. Early voting will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23 through Oct. 27; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30 through Wednesday, Nov. 1 and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Disinfectant changes in water

Upper Leon River Municipal Water District Proctor Water Treatment plant has temporarily switched the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine for less than 30 days. The change began on Oct. 12 and will continue through Nov. 1.
Red Barrel raises $13K for St. Jude’s

Red Barrel raises $13K for St. Jude’s

Red Barrel raises $13K for St. Jude’s

Red Barrel Bar & Grill was swarmed Saturday, Oct. 7 as the community came together for food, fun and a great cause as they hosted what is planned to be the first annual St. Jude’s fundraiser. Red Barrel managers Rachel Simon and Randy Freeman reported they are accepting donations until Oct.

Council eyes code prospects, annexation

Dublin City Council was presented with information about code enforcement and delinquent tax collection and approved the annexation of 3.1 acres on FM219 north during the regular meeting Monday, Oct. 16.

Women empowering Women slated for Tuesday, Oct. 17

The Women Empowering Women event is quickly approaching and sponsorships and tickets are still available. Both the Dublin Chamber and the Comanche Chamber of Commerce are joining to host Professional Business Women of Central Texas Women Empowering Women Summit from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct.

Area Briefs

October Market on horizon The October Market is approaching in Wright Park, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21. We expect around two dozen vendors, including some new vendors. New items have been crafted, pickled, canned, and baked to delight you. Many items would make unique gifts.

Star Gala quickly approaching

The Third Annual Star Gala for Morning Star Ranch is quickly approaching and tickets are still available. The event is set for 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26 at Celebration Events Center at 9710 CR 209 in Hico. The mix and mingle will be held at 6 p.m. and the performance begins at 6:30 p.m.
Taste of Holidays set for Sunday

Taste of Holidays set for Sunday

Taste of Holidays set for Sunday

Those excited for the upcoming holidays may want to check out the 2nd annual Taste of the Holidays set for 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15 at Grafton Market. The event will showcase a wide variety of holiday foods and desserts just in time to get orders in for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Chattin’ with the Chief

Chattin’ with the Chief

Chattin’ with the Chief

Citizens enjoy meeting with Police Chief Cameron Ray and other Dublin PD staff members at the inaugural Coffee with the Chief Thursday, Oct. 5 at Grafton Market.