Crop Report

AgriLife Extension district reporters compiled the following summary for the Central Texas district: The district averaged rainfall up to 4 inches with torrential downpours reported in some areas.The rain created flooding issues in areas that were saturated.

Local grads earn honors

Several local graduates have received honors and distinctions from universities for the spring 2024 semester.

County approves election admin.

An Erath County Elections Administrator position was formed at Tuesday’s County Commissioner Court meeting with an official start date of Oct. 1.

DHS grads embrace future

Seventy-nine students walked across the stage Friday, May 24 with one special presentation posthumously to the family of Eddie Hernandez who would have walked with the class of 2024 at Dublin High School’s commencement ceremony at Bob and Norma Cervetto Field.

Intermediate Library receives donation

Dublin Intermediate Library was presented with a $500 check by the Erath County Association of Retired School Employees (ECARSE) on Friday, May 17. Librarian Riley Jo Dunlap accepted the check from incoming president Vicki Cook (right) and treasurer Brenda Burks (left).

Area Briefs

Designer Purse Bingo fundraiser set Thursday Erath County Heroes with Handbags Designer Purse Bingo will be held Thursday, May 23 from 5-9 p.m. as a fundraiser for the Paluxy River Children's Advocacy Center at Tarleton State University.

Police Log

There was a report of someone walking on a bus in the 200 block of North Patrick. Officer was out with the subject and the tour bus. They just got back from a show, everything was OK.

Sunny Market Days

Friends visit at Dublin Market Days Saturday, May 18 at Wright Park. After battling weather throughout the year, the market patrons and sellers were able to enjoy some beautiful weather.