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Chamber hosting HHF Sept. 19-20

The Dublin Chamber of Commerce’s fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Festival is quickly approaching and the 2-day event is still seeking vendors.“We are really excited to be able to offer a 2-day event this year,” Chamber President Nancy Williams said. Admission to the festival is free.

Crop Report

Despite some challenges, cotton production is expected to be better than average due to timely rains this season, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service reports around the state.Ben McKnight, Ph.D.

Newspaper seeking Veterans photos

Do you have a veteran or active duty personnel member that you are proud of? We want to honor them!The Dublin Citizen is seeking photos and information of veterans and active duty personnel for our Veterans Day coverage set to publish Nov. 6.

Commissioners court holds public hearing on tax rate

InaloadedCommissioners Court meeting agenda, the court took action on several budget related items including a public hearing on the proposed tax rate.No one spoke during the public hearing or during public comments held Monday, Sept. 8.The proposed county tax rate is $.

Council approves Atmos settlement, talks annexations

It was all business as the Stephenville City Council tackled a packed agenda at its Tuesday, Sept. 2 meeting.Council approved a settlement resolution between Atmos Energy Mid-Tex Division and the Atmos Cities Steering Committee.

Community Calendar

Thursday, Sept. 4soft opening of Shenanigans Irish Pub : 6 p.m. (112 S. Grafton)Saturday, Sept. 6Tire collection event : 8 a.m. to noon (602 N Norton) (Open to residents of Erath County)Coffee & Cars and Farmers and Artisan Market: 7 a.m. to noon (downtown Stephenville) FREECanines & Coffee: 11-4 p.

LISD approves balanced budget, tax decrease

The Lingleville ISD School Board passed a balanced budget and tax rate during a special meeting Thursday, Aug. 28.

EDC talks grants, new website

In a packed agenda, the Dublin Economic Development Corporation approved grants and took steps to complete its new website.The board unanimously approved (board member Darrell Curry was absent) a $2,500 marketing grant for Byrn Rodeo Productions after a successful event occurred in August.

Area Briefs

Canines & Coffee set for Sept. 6 Erath County Humane Society will be hosting its 2nd annual Canines & Coffee 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 6 at the shelter.There will be vendors, games for the kids, bouncy house and live music along with TikTok Influencer Nick Luciano.