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In October 1933, the Dublin CCC camp got ready for winter by building 5 barracks that were 20 feet wide and 120 feet long. Forty men lived in each barrack. This photo was made in 1934. Dublin Historical Museum/Courtesy Photo

Museum Matters

News Staff

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

It was a difficult time for people all over the United States in 1933. The Great Depression started in 1929 and continued to get worse. Franklin Delano Roosevelt was elected in November 1932.

Community Calendar

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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Friday, April 4■ Sensory Safe hour: 9-10 a.m. Dublin Public Library (206 W. Blackjack) Time reserved for those with sensory needs. FREE■ Safe Space Story Time: 10-11 a.m. Sensory safe story time for all ages. (206 W. Blackjack) FREE ■ Knights of Colombus Lenten Fish Fry: 5-7 p.m.

Genealogical Society to honor Donna Whitefield, host program

News Staff

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

The Erath County Genealogical Society is inviting the public to two events at the Dublin Public Library Saturday, April 26.Dublin Public Library, Erath County Genealogical Society, and Women's Thursday Club will honor volunteer Donna Whitefield at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 26.

Knights of Colombus host Lenten Fish Fry Fridays

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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Council 10816 Knights of Columbus are hosting a fish fry meal Fridays through April 11 from 5-7 p.m. at Newman Hall in Stephenville.Meals are $20 and include fried catfish, coleslaw, hushpuppies, french fries, dessert and tea.

Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council hosted an exhibition and artist reception Saturday, March 29 for 'Gaze' featuring the macro botanical photography of Dedra Shahan. Shahan used her iPhone and no editing to showcase beautiful color around her home and on adventures. CTFAC provided refreshments and harp music with the exhibit. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Fine eye for flora

News Staff

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Fine eye for flora

CCHF to host BBQ fundraiser this month

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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Would you like to get some good BBQ while supporting the Comanche County Healthcare Foundation?Orders will be open for the 5th annual Spring BBQ Fundraiser from April 1 to April 15.Pitmasters are preparing brisket, spare ribs and pork loins that can be picked up curbside from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Pre-K, Kinder registration set April 29, 30

News Staff

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Pre-K and Kindergarten registration for Dublin ISD will take place 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 29 and Wednesday, April 30 at the Dublin Elementary School.Students must be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025 for Pre-K and 5 years old on or before Sept.

Briefs

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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Iris Show Sunday in HicoThe 2025 Lone Star Iris Society sponsored spring iris show and show sale will be held from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, April 6 at Hico High School Secondary Cafeteria, 901 Cedar Street, in Hico.

Response Reports

From Staff Reports

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

The following first responder calls were made March 17 -March 23. Local first responders handled 90 calls during this timeframe.Dublin PD March 17PD responded to a store in the 1000 block of North Patrick Street for a criminal trespass after theft.A traffic hazard was reported on Hwy.

Easter activities set for April 19

Wyndi Veigel

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Along with April, Easter is hoppin’ its way into town and this year’s Easter EGGStravaganza and Bunny Love Run is sure to help capture those Easter memories.