July 4th festivities ready to burst

A whole slew full of July 4th events are on the horizon for those wanting to celebrate Independence Day this year.StephenvilleStephenville’s annual July 4th event ‘Stars Over Stephenville: a Fourth of July Celebration’ will include a day full of fun with a parade, activities and fireworks.

Community Calendar

Thursday, June 19 ■ Mindful Makers: 2-3 p.m. Dublin Public Library (ages 8-14) FREE■ Folktales from Africa: 10:30 a.m. Dublin Public Library FREE■ Glow and Go Smoothies preregistration required age 6 and over: noon-1 p.m. Dublin Public Library FREE ■ Yoga: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Sales Tax increases for April

Dublin sales tax collections were up significantly in April, 25.38% compared to April 2024, according to the state sales tax report released by Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar.For the month of April, Dublin received $57,626.81 compared to $45,960.19 in April 2024.

Response Reports

The following first responder calls were made June 2–June 8. Local first responders handled 66 calls during this timeframe and PD completed 12 traffic stops.Dublin Police DepartmentJune 2A motion alarm was activated in the 700 block of North Patrick. Key holder was unable to be reached.

Area Briefs

Dublin Market Days set Saturday, June 21 Dublin Market Days will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 21 in Wright Park across from the Dublin Public Library. A wide variety of crafts, food and other fun items are available at the event.

Calvary Fellowship hosts Food Truck Fun VBS

Calvary Fellowship hosted an action-packed bible school of food truck fun as kids competed in events like water relays and pie eating races June 11- 14. There was also a free swim night on the last day.

Class of 1962 celebrates with reunion

The Dublin High School Class of 1962 met for a photo on the steps of the old school building on Camden Saturday, June 14 while they were in town for the area reunion. For the photo in print, see the June 19 edition.

Folklore Society seeking submissions

The Texas Folklore Society, a partner of Tarleton State University, is currently seeking submissions for a book highlighting legends in Texas and the Southwest.Legends are short stories that are presented as true and recount incidents that are miraculous, bizarre, uncanny or humorous.