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Retired teacher Missy Parish, a DHS 1985 graduate, was inspired in her career and other aspects of her life by mentors she met growing up in Dublin. Although she is not local, she keeps ties to the community and virtually attends Cottonwood Church. Submitted photo

Retired teacher Missy Parish, a DHS 1985 graduate, was inspired in her career and other aspects of her life by mentors she met growing up in Dublin. Although she is not local, she keeps ties to the community and virtually attends Cottonwood Church. Submitted photo

Where are they now? Missy Parish

Eva Frederick
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
When Missy Murphy Parish was a student at Dublin High School, her history teacher Patty Hirst left a great impression on her. “She told history like a story, and so that’s what made me want to get my degree in history,” she said. Mrs.

Faith: What Do You Think Makes God the Best Father of All?’

Carey Kinsolving
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
“If God is the best Father, does that mean He tells the best dad jokes too?” asks Ethan, 8. That’s a fair question. If you think about it, God probably invented humor, too!When we say God is the best Father, we’re not talking about how funny He is (though He did make penguins).

Faith: Recognizing Jesus

Jerry D. Ousley
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Recognizing Jesus is a big problem, not only in our world of today, but even right after His resurrection. Let me explain. Luke 24:13-35 tells us of the two men who left Jerusalem traveling seven miles to their hometown of Emmaus.
Fenceline Chatter

Fenceline Chatter

Ag: Fenceline Chatter

Erath Extension Agent Lonnie Jenschke
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Producer preparedness critical as New World screwworms approachLivestock producers need to take steps now to prepare for the New World Screwworms, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service livestock specialists.
Berry’s Picks

Berry’s Picks

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Comanche Extension Agent Michael Berry
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Dairy Month HistoryJune is Dairy Month and the dairy industry is a vital part of the economy in Comanche and surrounding counties. June Dairy Month is an annual tradition developed to celebrate the dairy industry and its many contributors to our society, originating from 1937.
LettertotheEditor

LettertotheEditor

LettertotheEditor

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Citizens of Erath and Surrounding Counties affected by the Dinosaur Longshore 765kV Transmission Line Project, I would like to thank you the volunteers assisting others and our local elected officials for their support of the opposition of the Oncor proposed 765kV Transmission Lines that are...
Everyone looked forward to the colorful veterans parades in Dublin. In 1915 the model T Ford owned by Mr. Lovelace won first place for best decorated in the parade. Behind the model T Ford was the float by Foust Lumber Yard. The wagon was pulled by two white horses. The banner reads “Foust and his Boys Build Houses.” Courtesy photo

Everyone looked forward to the colorful veterans parades in Dublin. In 1915 the model T Ford owned by Mr. Lovelace won first place for best decorated in the parade. Behind the model T Ford was the float by Foust Lumber Yard. The wagon was pulled by two white horses. The banner reads “Foust and his Boys Build Houses.” Courtesy photo

Museum Matters

Ben Pate
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Ours.The 1915 Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Veterans Reunion was the t27th annual reunion and old settlers met in Dublin. The Veterans Reunions had originally started in 1888. Old soldiers would march in uniform, double file the full distance from downtown to Reunion Park.

The Country Writer: In the cards

News Staff
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
In 868 A.D., according to Chinese historical records, a princess was said to have played a “leaf game.” One of the earliest known references to playing cards.Since then, there have been a few more sessions of folks gathering with a deck to play.
Photographer Madison Phillipson, a DHS 2017 graduate, took a passion formed in the pandemic and started her own business, MadStyle Photography. She enjoys spending time with her kids, Sawyer and Mazelynn. Submitted photo

Photographer Madison Phillipson, a DHS 2017 graduate, took a passion formed in the pandemic and started her own business, MadStyle Photography. She enjoys spending time with her kids, Sawyer and Mazelynn. Submitted photo

Where are they now? Madison Phillipson

Eva Frederick
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Dublin graduate Madison Phillipson found her dream career as a photographer by chance when she was looking for something to get her out of the house during the pandemic. Now, she’s photographing full time and loves capturing precious memories and making people feel good about themselves.

Faith: A Living River

Jerry D. Ousley
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Thirst. Have you ever been so thirsty that it felt like you could spit in the ocean and raise a dust cloud? There have been times when I felt like that, but in reality, I’ve never had a thirst that was near death.