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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Thursday, Dec. 14 ■ Dublin Band Concert: 6 p.m. DHS Gymnasium ■ Lingleville Music Program: 6 p.m. olg gym at Intermediate ■ LISD Board meeting: 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15 ■ DISD early release: 2 hours early Saturday, Dec. 16 ■ Austin St. Fabric Cookie Exchange: 2 to 4 p.m. (112 S.

Briefs

News Staff

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Erath County United Way is currently holding a Coat Drive for those in need. New and clean, gently used coats are being accepted and all sizes are needed. Coats are to be brought to the first floor of the Erath County Courthouse in Stephenville. Coats can be brought Monday through Friday from 9 a.

Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo Santa’s Cabin, made by Raven’s Ledge in downtown Dublin, was named as the People’s Choice Winner in the inaugural gingerbread house decorating competition hosted by Revitalize Dublin as a fundraiser. Twenty entries participated in the event and houses were showcased at Grafton Center.

Gingerbread creativity

News Staff

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Santa’s Cabin, made by Raven’s Ledge in downtown Dublin, was named as the People’s Choice Winner in the inaugural gingerbread house decorating competition hosted by Revitalize Dublin as a fundraiser. Twenty entries participated in the event and houses were showcased at Grafton Center.

Indictments released

News Staff

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

The following individuals were indicted on felony charges by the Erath County Grand Jury Thursday, Dec. 7.

Police Log

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Nov. 27 A reporting party in the 200 block of Davis has a few dogs in her yard and she is trying to get them back to her neighbors. Nov. 28 Anofficerconductedatraffic stop on East Burnett when a subject fled on foot.

Where Are They Now?

News Staff

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

In 2015, Dublin graduate Johnny Ross bought a 1978 Camaro and started fixing it up. He didn’t know at the time that it would change the trajectory of his career. “When I first got it, it was having some head gasket issues,” he said. “I rebuilt the motor… I pretty much just taught myself.

Comanche offers Christmas fun

From Staff Reports

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Comanche is once again providing free ice skating for the holiday season, hosted by the Comanche Chamber of Commerce and Texas Rural Living. The ice rink is open Friday, Saturday and Sundays until Jan. 6. Friday hours are 5-9 p.m., Saturday 1-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m.

Blood Drive set for Dec. 19

News Staff

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

A blood drive will be held from 1-6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19 at the Comanche County Medical Center (10201 Hwy. 16 N., Comanche). Look for the Hendrick Regional Blood Center Blood Mobile in front of CCMC.

The Erath County District Attorney Office hosted its annual Tree of Angels for the victims of violent crime, along with their friends and family members on Dec. 7. Angels are hung on the tree each year in remembrance. Submitted photo

The Erath County District Attorney

News Staff

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

The Erath County District Attorney Offi ce hosted its annual Tree of Angels for the victims of violent crime, along with their friends and family members on Dec. 7. Angels are hung on the tree each year in remembrance.

Live Nativity this weekend

From Staff Reports

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Those wanting to remember the reason for the season may want to attend the ninth annual Live Nativity at Lingleville Baptist Church this weekend. Performances will be held Friday, Dec. 15- Sunday, Dec. 17, and start at sundown at around 6 p.m. Performances run every 30 minutes until about 10 p.m.