Fenceline Chatter

Drought and trees explained Texas has already seen extreme heat and very little rain, with the trend predicted to continue. What can stress a tree? “Most trees usually die from a combination of different stresses,” said Courtney Blevins, Texas A&M Forest Service urban forester.

Crop Report

Late-season sorghum has been a consideration for Texas growers stymied by drought so far, but the risks appear higher than the reward, especially in South Texas, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service report. Calvin Trostle, Ph.D.

Where Are They Now?

R ichard Reed has balanced a long career working for RayLock, Tarleton and the Texas Department of Transportation with his other passions — spending time outdoors and with his family. Now, he’s looking forward to retirement so he can travel the country with his wife.

Community Calendar

Wednesday •Barks and Books Special Abilities, 1:30 p.m. Dublin Library •Dublin Disc Golf Club: 5 p.m. -City Park Thursday •Lingleville ISD Board Meeting, 8 p.m. •Master Naturalists, 2 p.m., Dublin Library Saturday •Dublin Market Days 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sales tax increase reported for May

Dublin sales tax collections were slightly up again, at 5.32%, in May, compared to May 2021, according to the June state sales tax report released by Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar this month. Many of the reports over the last couple of years have been up or about the same.

Market Days, Double N event Saturday

Dublin Market Days this Saturday This Saturday is the day for the Dublin Market at Wright Park, with all the color, variety, friendly people, and wholesome goods you always find. Come shop under the big shade trees and vendor canopies. Many vendors!

Briefs

Erath County Genealogical Society to meet July 16 Did you ever participate in a Show-N-Tell assignment in school? Do you have a family story that you enjoy telling?

July 4 holiday busy for game wardens

AUSTIN— As Texans hit the waterways across the state to recognize July Fourth, Texas Game Wardens were out in force to ensure everyone stayed safe on the water.

POLICE LOG

June 27 A blue Dodge was following the reporting person in the 600 block of North Patrick and the driver waved him down and threatened him. Officer made contact with the blue Dodge and they had nothing to say. Another caller advised a black Durango ran his wife off the road in front of him.

Energy storage project seeks variance

Black Mountain Energy Storage presented information regarding a project and asked for a variance in Erath County on Monday, July 11 at the Erath County Commissioner’s meeting.