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Holiday events abound

A slew of holiday events are right around the corner and citizens are encouraged to mark their calendars so they don’t miss out on any holiday fun.(Don’t see your event listed? Email us at composing@ dublincitizen. com or call us at 254-4452515.)Weekend of Nov. 29-Dec.
Dublin Holiday decorating contest now underway!

Dublin Holiday decorating contest now underway!

Dublin Holiday decorating contest now underway!

The Light Up Our Night holiday decorating contest is underway and is being hosted by Revitalize Dublin.A first, second and third place winner will be chosen by the Dublin Citizen newspaper staff and one community vote winner chosen by the kids of Dublin.
Berry’s Picks

Berry’s Picks

Berry’s Picks

2024 Comanche County Pecan Industry and Show The last few years have been devastating for the Central Texas pecan industry. In both 2022 and 2023, we had extreme and exceptional drought and extremely high temperatures in Central Texas and Comanche County pecan orchards.
First place Public Relations Team includes Nicole Foster, NavaLee White and Bailey Watson. Submitted photo

First place Public Relations Team includes Nicole Foster, NavaLee White and Bailey Watson. Submitted photo

Dublin FFA shows big at Pecan Valley LDE

Pecan Valley District LDE Results are in!Students have worked so hard this fall to improve their public speaking skills! An LDE or Leadership Development Event is a public speaking contest that demonstrates knowledge of FFA and agriculture industries.

Crop Report

The weather had been favorable for crop development, with mild temperatures, sunny days and intermittent rain the previous week. The rain improved small grain and pasture conditions, although more moisture was needed as rapid drying raised concerns.

Cattle

Dublin Livestock AuctionDublin, TX -11/15/24 Head Count: 1045 Slaughter CattleShelly: 70-85 Cutter: 85-100 Hi-Yield: 90-125 Bulls: 140-176 Breeding StockBulls: NT Bred HFS: 1000-2000 Bred Cows: 1600-2500 Pairs: 2000-3200 Fresh Calves & Yearlings Steers 200 - 300 lb: 300-380300 - 400 lb: 240-300400...

Sheeps/ Goats

Hamilton CommissionHamilton, TX --11/18/24 Head Count: 2027 Dorper & Dorper X Lambs 20-40 lbs: 250-330 CWT40-70 lbs: 250-300CWT70 lbs & up: 200-275 CWTDorper Ewes & Rams Ewes: 75-175 HD Rams: 100-150 CWT Wool Lambs20-40 lbs: 225-275 CWT40-70 lbs: 200-250 CWT70 lbs.
| submitted photos Dublin Jr. High band took 16 kids to compete at the Middle School Region auditions. The Director reported most of the musicians were one or two spots from making a band but the following qualified and will be performing in the clinic/concert on Jan. 18: Omar Caballero, Remi Chapman, Ariana Cormack and Kimila Gonzalez.

| submitted photos Dublin Jr. High band took 16 kids to compete at the Middle School Region auditions. The Director reported most of the musicians were one or two spots from making a band but the following qualified and will be performing in the clinic/concert on Jan. 18: Omar Caballero, Remi Chapman, Ariana Cormack and Kimila Gonzalez.

Dublin Jr. High competes in Region auditions

Dublin Jr. High competes in Region auditions

Dublin Jr. High News

Dublin Junior High is bustling with activity as the year progresses toward the holiday season. Our students, staff, and families have much to look forward to in the coming weeks, with events and opportunities showcasing students’ talents and hard work.
The roof of the building next to the Corner Lot collapsed last week leaving a pile of rubble for the owners to sort through and a demolition permit to remove the debris has been applied for. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

The roof of the building next to the Corner Lot collapsed last week leaving a pile of rubble for the owners to sort through and a demolition permit to remove the debris has been applied for. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Roof collapse prompts quick response

The city of Dublin has received a demolition permit from Crazy Ace LLC to remove a collapsed roof on the building next to the Corner Lot on North Patrick.On Thursday, Nov. 14, a collapse caused the break of windows and sent debris onto main street.