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Ditch expanding thanks to grant

Paul Gaudette
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Middle Trinity Groundwater Conservation District BoardThe Ditch Water Discovery Center at Middle Trinity Groundwater Conservation District’s Stephenville office is already expanding even though its official ribbon cutting is still several months away set for October.

TxDOT seeks public input

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
To help keep a thriving Texas economy moving, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is drafting a record-breaking 10year transportation plan, and the public is invited to weigh in on potential projects in communities across the state.
Kerry Parsons, Stephenville PD dispatcher, recently received a Professionalism Award by the North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) at the annual 9-1-1 Gala. Submitted photo

Kerry Parsons, Stephenville PD dispatcher, recently received a Professionalism Award by the North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) at the annual 9-1-1 Gala. Submitted photo

Local dispatcher receives award

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
The North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) hosted its annual 9-1-1 Gala June 14, in Fort Worth to honor the accomplishments of local 9-1-1 telecommunicators and Emergency Communications Centers (ECCs).
Gorditas Durango features an authentic taste of Mexico with gorditas - a thick pancake made from cornmeal, typically split and filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables (think pita pocket). Reese Keeling | Citizen staff photo

Gorditas Durango features an authentic taste of Mexico with gorditas - a thick pancake made from cornmeal, typically split and filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables (think pita pocket). Reese Keeling | Citizen staff photo

Gorditas restaurant brings authentic flavors to Dublin

Reese Keeling
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
A vibrant taste of Mexico has come to Dublin with the opening of Gorditas Durango restaurant, promising to delight locals with its authentic and delicious Gorditas.

Sales tax up for Dublin

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Dublin sales tax collections were up in May at 8.89%, compared to May 2023, according to the state sales tax report released by Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar.For the month of May, Dublin received $46,850.97, compared to $42,989.18 in May 2023.

JJ Hampton to be honored in Cowgirl Hall of Fame

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame will welcome four new Inductees including Stephenville’s JJ Hampton at the 48th Annual Induction Luncheon and Ceremony Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024 at Dickies Arena.
Participants at First Baptist Church’s SCUBA Vacation Bible School enjoy putting together some sea-based crafts. The church held VBS July 15-18. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Participants at First Baptist Church’s SCUBA Vacation Bible School enjoy putting together some sea-based crafts. The church held VBS July 15-18. Wyndi Veigel-Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

FBC makes waves with VBS

News Staff
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
FBC makes waves with VBS
Snorgie, a female giraffe at Fossil Rim, has recently given birth to a new calf. The calf, who has not yet been named, is the little sister to Waffles. The giraffes can be seen on the self-guided tour through Fossil Rim. Courtesy photo

Snorgie, a female giraffe at Fossil Rim, has recently given birth to a new calf. The calf, who has not yet been named, is the little sister to Waffles. The giraffes can be seen on the self-guided tour through Fossil Rim. Courtesy photo

Fossil Rim welcomes new baby giraffe

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Fossil Rim has a new addition – a brand new baby giraffe.The new baby was born to experienced mom, Snorgie, in late June and is doing well.Snorgie is the mother to one of the four female calves born in March of 2023, making her yearling daughter, Waffles, a big sister.

Crop Report

News Staff
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Milk prices remain in a slump even as Texas dairy production and consumer demand continue to rise, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.
Stephenville FFA attained 13 State Championship Titles and $59,000 in scholarships at the 96th Texas FFA State Convention. Savannah Bowers | Courtesy photo

Stephenville FFA attained 13 State Championship Titles and $59,000 in scholarships at the 96th Texas FFA State Convention. Savannah Bowers | Courtesy photo

Stephenville FFA wins 13 awards at state

From Staff Reports
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Stephenville FFA attained 13 State Championship Titles and $59,000 in scholarships at the 96th Texas FFA State Convention.Stephenville FFA will compete for five additional potential Stat e Championship Titles in the coming days within the Star Awards Program.