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Rodeo rides in Aug. 16-17

The 4th annual UPRA/CPRA sanctioned Dublin Rodeo is coming a little earlier when it opens on Friday, Aug. 16 and Saturday, Aug. 17, but is offering the same evening of rodeo excitement that fans have come to love.
8th grade Reading teacher Stephanie Voyles receives a Lion Heart award for her students earning a 93% passing rate on the 2024 ELAR STAAR testing. Junior High Principal Paige Johnson presented her the award. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

8th grade Reading teacher Stephanie Voyles receives a Lion Heart award for her students earning a 93% passing rate on the 2024 ELAR STAAR testing. Junior High Principal Paige Johnson presented her the award. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Heart of a Lion

A wide variety of fresh produce and flowers were available at the July 20 Market Days located in Wright Park downtown. The market is offered the third Saturday of each month. Below, handmade wooden boxes are for sale. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

A wide variety of fresh produce and flowers were available at the July 20 Market Days located in Wright Park downtown. The market is offered the third Saturday of each month. Below, handmade wooden boxes are for sale. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Sales at Wright Park

A wide variety of fresh produce and flowers were available at the July 20 Market Days located in Wright Park downtown. The market is offered the third Saturday of each month. Handmade wooden boxes are for sale.

School starts next Thursday

School will begin next Thursday, Aug. 8 for Dublin ISD.The school day for elementary and intermediate will be held from 7:45 a.m. to 3:25 p.m. and for secondary (Junior high and high school) the school day will be from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sisters enjoy playing in a giant foam pile at the annual Back to School Fair at the Dublin Public Library Saturday, July 27. The event offered free backpacks, toiletries and more for students and parents getting ready for school. For more photos see page 8A and the Citizen Facebook page. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Sisters enjoy playing in a giant foam pile at the annual Back to School Fair at the Dublin Public Library Saturday, July 27. The event offered free backpacks, toiletries and more for students and parents getting ready for school. For more photos see page 8A and the Citizen Facebook page. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Back to School Fair bubbling with fun

A spirit of excitement filled the air Saturday as the annual Back to School Fair commenced at the Dublin Public Library.

Veterans Camp registration now open

A fun opportunity exists for Veterans through the annual Texas Elks Veteran’s Retreat.The retreat is being held Oct. 4-6 and the deadline to apply is Sept. 1.“Join us for a weekend that’s all about good vibes, great company, and honoring those who’ve served our nation!
Guests to the Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum’s inaugural Day of the Cowboy celebration Saturday, July 27 were treated to live entertainment including demonstrations of traditional drumming and dancing from intertribal Native American exhibition dancers dressed in colorful traditional outfits. The group reportedly is looking forward to returning for the 2025 Day of the Cowboy event. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photos

Guests to the Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum’s inaugural Day of the Cowboy celebration Saturday, July 27 were treated to live entertainment including demonstrations of traditional drumming and dancing from intertribal Native American exhibition dancers dressed in colorful traditional outfits. The group reportedly is looking forward to returning for the 2025 Day of the Cowboy event. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photos

Museum hosts first Dublin Cowboy Day event

The block around the Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum was filled Saturday, July 27 with music, dancing, engines and history as the museum hosted its first planned National Day of the Cowboy Celebration.
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held by the Dublin Chamber of Commerce for Rancho Viejo Saturday, July 20. The location is an event venue located at 11875 South Farm-to-Market 219. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held by the Dublin Chamber of Commerce for Rancho Viejo Saturday, July 20. The location is an event venue located at 11875 South Farm-to-Market 219. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Family boosts historical site for beautiful events

Outside of Dublin near Purves lies a charming event venue featuring rock buildings, iron work and colossal spaces. Rancho Viejo is also home to some of the most stunning sunsets around.

Community Calendar

Thursday, Aug. 1■ Welcome Back Teacher Breakfast: 9 a.m. Dublin High School Cafeteria (2233 Hwy. 6)■ MTGCD board meeting: 1:30 p.m. Middle Trinity Board Room (930 N. Wolfe Nursery Road)■ Meet the Cardinals: 5:30 p.m. Lingleville High School gymnasium (21261 FM 219) Saturday, Aug.