Turning Back the Pages

100 years ago Jan. 6, 1922 Drilling began again on the Sides Well No. 1, three miles southeast of DeLeon. Some gas had been found at about the level where the drill stood. The well was down 2, 660 feet on a formation of black lime.

Free SKYWARN class set Jan. 13

The 2022 severe weather season is not too far away, and the National Weather Service and local public safety officials want you to be ready. The National Weather Service will be conducting a free severe weather training class for Erath County on Thursday January 13th, 2022, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

POLICE LOG

December 20 Dublin PD was informed of an aggressive dog at the City Park. A caller reported a man in black camouflage trying to break into storage buildings on S. Park Street. Stephenville PD alerted Dublin PD to a reckless driver headed towards Dublin on Highway 377.

Call issued for new voting rights legislation in Texas

Leaders in the U.S. Senate have announced plans to vote this month on a change to filibuster rules, hoping to pass voting-rights legislation they say is needed to protect democracy.

SoS releases first report of 2020 election audit

On Dec. 31, Texas Secretary of State John Scott released a progress report upon conclusion of Phase 1 of the state’s full forensic audit of the 2020 General Election.

SHERIFF'S REPORT

December 18 At 2:32 a.m. four Hood County deputies were in pursuit of a red Chevy Equinox doing 130 mph through Tolar on Hwy 377. The vehicle passed Graham Street doing 100 to 110, wrecked on West Frey and the occupants were seen running eastbound on foot on Overhill towards the high school.

Fixes sought for state foster system

The Texas foster-care system is suffering a severe shortage of safe and appropriate placement homes, resulting in an expert panel being convened to address the problem and a myriad of others.

YEAR IN REVIEW

Marching Classic unveiled DISD Band Director Ronny Luedke gives a thumbs up to his drum majors and captains prior to the Sound of Dublin performance of its ‘Ninja’ routine at the first annual Harry Bradberry Marching Classic at Dublin Secondary on Oct. 2.