Filings for local boards ends Friday, Feb. 14

Filings for local elections for school board and city council are closing this Friday, Feb. 14.Incumbent City Councilmembers Darren Turley (Place 3) and Sammy Moore (Place 5) have filed to retain their seats, and Bolek ‘Bo’ Kabala has filed for Place 1 city council.

Local grads honored

A number of local graduates were recently recognized by universities.Abilene Christian University announced Dean’s Honor Roll students for the Fall 2024 semester. Students earn Dean’s Honor Roll recognition by achieving a 3.6 or higher GPA while enrolled in at least 12 credit hours.

Petition started to halt possible $22M CO in Sville

Two friends that follow city politics have started a petition to stop the city of Stephenville moving forward with a tax increase related to a potential $22 million certificate of obligation (CO) funding street repair and a new city hall.

Dublin Council talks delinquent collections

The Dublin City Council approved moving delinquent collection services to another company, held public hearings and heard about a collaboration to help a Dublin resident.Representatives from Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins and Mott were on hand Monday, Feb.

County speaks against state election changes

Erath County Commissioners are taking potential election legislation seriously and passed a resolution opposing several bills that would complicate the process of casting ballots for voters countywide.There has already been a slew of legislation filed this session in regards to voting and elections.

Embracing the Arts!

More than 150 people filled Stephenville’s Legacy Center for the annual Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council fundraiser banquet, raising tens of thousands of dollars for the services it brings to local communities.“People need the joy of art,” said CTFAC executive director Christine Newton.

Ag. Commissioner addresses immigration, consumer problems

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller took the opportunity to speak to The Dublin Citizen about a variety of topics impacting the area and the state.During a phone interview Tuesday, Feb. 4, Miller addressed everything from pending tariffs to mystery seeds from China.

Community Calendar

Thursday, Feb. 6■ SPARD Daddy/Daughter Dance: 6-8 p.m. - The Legacy (830 S. Graham-SOLD OUT EVENT) Friday, Feb. 7■ Sensory Safe hour: 9-10 a.m. - Dublin Public Library (206 W. Blackjack) Time reserved for those with sensory needs.

Area Briefs

Valentine's Play and Card Craft FridayThe Element of Play in conjunction with Studio G in downtown Dublin will be hosting a Valentine's Play and Card Craft for kids ages 6 and under at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 7.