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Correction

An article in the July 11 edition mistakenly said a proposed zoning change would allow for 1,000 square foot plots instead of the standard 7,000.

Day of the Cowboy set July 27

The National Day of the Cowboy is right around the corner and all Dubliners are invited to attend the festivities set for Saturday, July 27.Lilly G is setting up a day-long schedule of fun and entertainment benefitting the Dublin Rodeo Heritage Association as they host the event in Dublin from 10 a.
Smith named DHS theatre director

Smith named DHS theatre director

Smith named DHS theatre director

Dublin High School has picked Stacy Smith to head the One Act Play program and head theatre director as former director/ partner Pam Kasinger moves to head the Brownwood theatre program. Smith has been with the district for six years and this is his fourth with the program.
Dublin FFA sponsor Darren Price, center, recently received the Area 4 Golden Owl (or Teacher of the Year) at the State FFA Convention. Price has been in agricultural education for more than 35 years. Submitted photo

Dublin FFA sponsor Darren Price, center, recently received the Area 4 Golden Owl (or Teacher of the Year) at the State FFA Convention. Price has been in agricultural education for more than 35 years. Submitted photo

Price given state award for tending the nest

Dublin FFA advisor Darren Price received statewide recognition at the Texas FFA convention in Houston last week as he was named the Area 4 Golden Owl (or Teacher of the Year).Price, who has taught ag for nearly 35 years, was selected above hundreds of educators in the area for the distinction.
Lyndi Hanna and Hank of Annie Therapeutic Companions teaches kids at Dublin Public Library about the need for registered animal therapy teams. The program, organized by Lyndi, showcased working dogs including a K9 officer, a therapy dog and an arson detection dog Thursday, July 11 as part of special programs for the Summer Reading Club. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Lyndi Hanna and Hank of Annie Therapeutic Companions teaches kids at Dublin Public Library about the need for registered animal therapy teams. The program, organized by Lyndi, showcased working dogs including a K9 officer, a therapy dog and an arson detection dog Thursday, July 11 as part of special programs for the Summer Reading Club. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Library crowd meets dutiful dogs

Library crowd meets dutiful dogs

EDC seeks new director

The Dublin Economic Development Corporation is now seeking a new executive director after the resignation of its most recent director, Penny Corona.Corona was hired in February 2023 for the position and recently resigned.
FFA students take home wins at state

FFA students take home wins at state

FFA students take home wins at state

Dublin FFA members Nicole Foster and Caden Vanbebber led honors for the program at the Texas State FFA Convention in Houston, claiming gold in Plant Systems Division 5 and Environmental and Natural Resources Division 3. See page B1 for full story of Dublin honors. See B6 for the Stephenville story.

Community Calendar

Wednesday, July 10 ■ First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School: 6-8:30 p.m. (220 E. Live Oak Street)■ Art Camp at the Library Thursday, July 11 ■ Annie's Therapeutic Companions Working Dogs event: 1 p.m. Dublin Public Library■ First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School Family Night: 6-8 p.m.

Briefs

Dublin Public Library seeking donations for Back to School FairThe Dublin Public Library is seeking donations for its annual Back-to-School Fair set for July 27. Donations needed include hygiene items (such as hand sanitizer, chap stick, deodorant, shampoo etc.
King Coffee is now open in downtown Stephenville where the old Rexall Pharmacy was located. The new shop is owned by Chelsea and Lance Battenfield and Joseph Borges owners of Blackjack's and Lingleville Country Store. Below, Lance makes a Magic Tea Lemonade. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

King Coffee is now open in downtown Stephenville where the old Rexall Pharmacy was located. The new shop is owned by Chelsea and Lance Battenfield and Joseph Borges owners of Blackjack's and Lingleville Country Store. Below, Lance makes a Magic Tea Lemonade. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Local coffee shop expands to Stephenville

Dublin coffee shop, Blackjack’s, has expanded and opened King Coffee in downtown Stephenville offering a large space and an expanded menu.