Protest occurs over immigration crackdown

A wide variety of supporters joined in a peaceful protest Monday, Feb. 3 in Stephenville along Hwy. 377 near Dollar Tree and Walmart. The protest was held in favor of immigration rights, racial justice, workers’ rights and political representation.

School Vouchers draw ire

(Editor’s note: Portions of this article are from the Texas Tribune.)‘School Choice’ has been on the minds of many as the Texas Legislature convened for its 2025 session.

CTFAC hosts annual dinner Saturday

This weekend a fun event is on tap for Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council as they host their annual fundraiser dinner party.The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8 at the Cross Timbers Legacy Center located at 830 S. Graham in Stephenville.

POLICE LOG

A reporting person advised Dublin PD of a verbal and physical altercation.A reporting person requested a welfare check on her husband, he was not answering the phone. Officer went to two houses and could not locate the subject.

Erath County Grand Jury

The Erath County Grand Jury indicted the following individuals Thursday, Jan. 16 on felony charges.

Community Calendar

Friday, Jan. 31■ Sensory Safe hour: 9-10 a.m. Dublin Public Library (206 W. Blackjack) Time reserved for those with sensory needs.Saturday, Feb. 1 ■ Seated Serenity: 11 a.m. chair yoga for seniors Dublin Public Library (206 W.

Briefs

Pinewood Derby set for Feb. 22 Pack 35 of Dublin will be having its 2025 Pinewood Derby Races from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 at 815 N. Patrick Street.There will be a Den Class, Sibling Class, Legends Class and a Corporate Class!The event will be great fun and entertainment for all ages!

Court talks land development

In a fast moving agenda, the Erath County Commissioners Court talked through several land development items during its Monday, Jan. 27 regularly scheduled meeting.