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Area Briefs

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Stitching Sisters Club to meet twice a month The Stitching Sisters Club will meet twice a month, on the first and last Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Retirement Living For Seniors at 2351 W. Lingleville Road in Stephenville.This is open to anyone who wants to join a group of fun ladies!

Response Reports

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
From Staff ReportsThe following first responder calls were made July 20-July 27.Local first responders handled 57 calls during this time and PD completed 14 traffic stops.
Rancher Navy

Rancher Navy

Rancher Navy aids in Central Texas flooding

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Rancher Navy, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting farmers, ranchers, and agricultural communities during and after natural disasters, delivered items to Comfort, Texas following the July 16 flood that destroyed 135 homes and damaged 490 homes and 100 businesses in Kerr County.
Lilly G draws spurs, songs for National Day of Cowboy

Lilly G draws spurs, songs for National Day of Cowboy

Lilly G draws spurs, songs for National Day of Cowboy

Paul Gaudette
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
The Dublin City Park was brimming with western wear Saturday, July 25 as Lilly G hosted a celebration for National Day of the Cowboy.

Sville officer involved shooting under investigation

Wyndi Veigel-gaudette
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
An officer-involved shooting is under investigation in Stephenville after an individual died last week.According to information released by the Stephenville Police Department, on Tuesday, July 21, at approximately 5:30 p.m.
911 invitation

911 invitation

Student artist mural dedication Saturday

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
The community is formally invited to the dedication of a new mural in the county, originally drawn by Dublin’s own Selene Moreno.

Train depot event set Friday

Wyndi Veigel-gaudette
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Have you ever wanted to see inside the historic Dublin Train Depot and take a step back in time? Friday is your chance!
226 backpacks and more than 60 haircuts were given away at the annual Back-to-School Fair organized by the Dublin Public Library and a variety of community groups along with nonprofits. The event also showcased a variety of community booths, games, and free toiletry items. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

226 backpacks and more than 60 haircuts were given away at the annual Back-to-School Fair organized by the Dublin Public Library and a variety of community groups along with nonprofits. The event also showcased a variety of community booths, games, and free toiletry items. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Supplies, smiles & suds

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
226 backpacks and more than 60 haircuts were given away at the annual Back-to-School Fair organized by the Dublin Public Library and a variety of community groups along with nonprofits. The event also showcased a variety of community booths, games, and free toiletry items.
Dublin FFA instructor Derek Dunlap receives ‘Here by the Owl’ educator award for Area IV at the State FFA convention. Submitted photo

Dublin FFA instructor Derek Dunlap receives ‘Here by the Owl’ educator award for Area IV at the State FFA convention. Submitted photo

Who’s the best? Dunlap receives Golden Owl

Wyndi
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Dublin FFA advisor Derek Dunlap recently received the coveted ‘Here by the Owl’ award for Area IV at the State FFA convention.

Court talks healthcare items

Wyndi Veigel-gaudette
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
A variety of health-related items received attention and approval at the Monday, July 27 Erath County Commissioners Court meeting.Two proclamations were approved including celebrating National Health Center Week on Aug.