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U.S. Rep. Rogers Williams, center, recently toured Veldhuizen Cheese as part of an effort to visit with small business owners since he is chairman of the small business committee. From left is Dublin EDC Executive Director Noah Cullis, owners Connie and Stuart Veldhuizen, Congressman Williams, County Judge Brandon Huckabee, Charles Malone and County Commissioner Dee Stephens. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

U.S. Rep. Rogers Williams, center, recently toured Veldhuizen Cheese as part of an effort to visit with small business owners since he is chairman of the small business committee. From left is Dublin EDC Executive Director Noah Cullis, owners Connie and Stuart Veldhuizen, Congressman Williams, County Judge Brandon Huckabee, Charles Malone and County Commissioner Dee Stephens. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Williams says cheese on business tour

Wyndi
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
“We really came here today to see an entrepreneurial saga ... starting with nothing and ending up with something. They have a great product, and a great Texas product that is sold all over the world,” U.S. Rep. Roger Williams (TX-25) said about Velhuizen Cheese during a recent tour.Rep.
Sarah Childers and Comanche Sheriff Chris Pounds assist youth with Raising Youth Services that serves Erath, Comanche and Eastland counties. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Sarah Childers and Comanche Sheriff Chris Pounds assist youth with Raising Youth Services that serves Erath, Comanche and Eastland counties. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Raising Youth Services bridges gap for youth in need

Paul Gaudette
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
“We’re doing a bad, bad job of support for kids,” said Sarah Childers, co-founder of Raising Youth Services. “Once they offend, they end up getting a stigma.
Multiple departments battle a structure fire Thursday, Aug. 21 at Cutting Edge Cabinets on Hwy. 377 between Dublin and Stephenville. Dublin, Lingleville, Proctor, Stephenville, Harbin, Erath County Fire/ Rescue, Erath County Fire Marshal, Erath County Sheriff’s Office and DPS. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Multiple departments battle a structure fire Thursday, Aug. 21 at Cutting Edge Cabinets on Hwy. 377 between Dublin and Stephenville. Dublin, Lingleville, Proctor, Stephenville, Harbin, Erath County Fire/ Rescue, Erath County Fire Marshal, Erath County Sheriff’s Office and DPS. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Fire razes cabinet business

Wyndi
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
It was all hands on deck for a major structure fire at Cutting Edge Cabinets located on Hwy. 377 between Dublin and Stephenville.The fire occurred around 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21 and the buildings and all contents are a complete loss, according to Erath County Fire Marshal Tommy Shelton.
Joint Dispatch begins construction

Joint Dispatch begins construction

Joint Dispatch begins construction

Wyndi
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
A major step on Erath County’s Joint Dispatch Center was approved Monday as pre-construction/ construction go ahead was given the nod of approval.The center will be located in the old tax office as a major conversion and expansion takes place.
Construction crews place concrete beams along Patrick Street to aid in work at the Patrick Street/ Blackjack intersection. Large vehicles should find alternate routes. Ben Pate | Submitted Photo

Construction crews place concrete beams along Patrick Street to aid in work at the Patrick Street/ Blackjack intersection. Large vehicles should find alternate routes. Ben Pate | Submitted Photo

Downtown roads narrowed for work

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Starting Tuesday, Aug. 26, the east and westbound travel lanes of SH 6 (Blackjack) have been narrowed at the intersection with Business 67(Patrick Street) to facilitate project work at the intersection.Wide loads including farming equipment are encouraged to seek alternate routes.
Meet the new teachers

Meet the new teachers

Meet the new teachers

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Editor’s note: The Dublin Citizen is pleased to present teacher profiles on our new DISD teachers for the 2024-25 school year. Profiles have been published in last week and this week's editions.

Family Fun Day to be hosted Saturday

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
 The Stephenville/Dublin KOA will be hosting a family fun day Saturday, Aug. 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Attractions will included bounce houses, water slide, pedal cars, Connect 4, Giant Jenga and more, along with a cornhole contest. Admission is $5 for the public and free to guests of the park.

County, city rolling out tire collection

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Erath County and the City of Dublin are hosting a free tire disposal event Saturday. Sept. 6 at the public works yard (602 N. Norton).Tires will be collected from 8 a.m. to noon or until the trailer is full.

Response Reports

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The following first responder calls were made Aug. 18–Aug. 17. Local first responders handled 77 calls during this timeframe and PD completed 24 traffic stops.Dublin PD Aug. 18A welfare concern was issued for an elderly individual.A civil matter about eviction was called in.Aug.
A grape tradition

A grape tradition

A grape tradition

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Friends and family made their way to Lucky Vines Saturday, Aug. 23 for the annual Grape Stomp event, enjoying live music, wine, t-shirts, charcuterie boards and more, and of course the chance to help stomp some grapes. For photos in print, see the Aug. 28 edition.