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Dublin First Methodist opts for independence

Major decisions are being weighed by Methodist churches both locally and abroad as they opt whether to remain affiliated with the United Methodist Church.
Rylan Pruitt

Rylan Pruitt

Rylan Strong event Saturday

It’s finally here! The inaugural Rylan Strong Car and Bike Show rolls into town this Saturday. The show is set for 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27 at Celebration Park located at 198 E. Elm Street in Dublin.
Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

U.S. Rep. asks Erath citizens for input

A room full of people greeted U.S. Rep. August Pfluger and his staff at a town hall meeting Thursday, Aug. 18 at the Erath County Courthouse. The meeting addressed many partisan issues and took the temperature of those in attendance regarding some items on the Republican Party platform.

Court talks first responders

Several items regarding first responders were addressed at the Monday, Aug. 22 Erath County Commissioners Court meeting amidst 41 agenda items. The county continued discussions on radio towers for emergency personnel, adding towers to improve coverage.
Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo Hephzibah Family Outreach works on building family and faith in the home through weekly lessons provided to adults and children.

Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo Hephzibah Family Outreach works on building family and faith in the home through weekly lessons provided to adults and children.

Outreach builds families through faith

“Who said that you weren’t beautiful; And that you didn’t belong in your own skin? Who said that you were all alone; And that you’re never gonna find love again?

Sports schedules

Thursday Dublin JV Green/ Varsity Volleyball @ Hamilton Tourney Lingleville JV/Varsity Volleyball @ Poolville Tournament (through Aug. 20) Dublin JV/Varsity Football Scrimmage Vs. Clyde, 6 p.m. Friday Dublin JV/Varsity Football Scrimmage @ Hamilton, 6 p.m./7:30 p.m.

Chamber seeking catering bids for banquet

The Dublin Chamber of Commerce is seeking catering bids for its annual banquet, set for Nov. 12 at the Dublin High School. Those interested in submitting bids should be prepared to cater for 100-150 people. For more information or to submit a bid, email qcrosie@gmail.com.

MTGCD board approves draw-down study

The Middle Trinity Groundwater Conservation District Board of Directors approved a draw-down study and ordered board elections in Erath and Comanche during their regular meeting on Thursday, Aug. 4.

Children’s educational program with UNT Aug. 18

The Dublin Public Library will be hosting a children’s educational program in conjunction with the University of North Texas Health and Science Center at Fort Worth. The program “Microbes that Call you Home” Thursday, Aug. 18 open to kids ages 5-11 years old.

Community Table in-person again

The Community Table at Dublin First United Methodist Church is now serving meals in the fellowship hall as well as performing deliveries. The meals are free to the community the last Wednesday of every month, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.