Dublin Citizen

08/23/2024

The Dublin Chamber of Commerce has a new but familiar face at the helm along with a new location.

Jennifer Hayes has recently been hired as the executive director for the chamber, and the chamber and visitor’s center has relocated to the Blackjack Office Center located in downtown Dublin at 126 E. Blackjack Street.

Hayes may be a new face to some, but she originally moved to Dublin 20 years ago and worked for the bottling plant.

For the complete story see the Aug. 22 edition or click here: https://www.dublincitizen.com/news/chamber-relocates-hires-exec-director

08/23/2024

Over the weekend, the Dublin Volunteer Fire Department was busy not only in town but also assisting other departments with multiple call outs over the weekend.

On the evening of Friday, Aug. 16, Dublin VFD was requested by Comanche VFD in a mutual aid call for a fire at a pecan orchard off CR 315.

At 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, Dublin VFD and Erath County Fire/Rescue responded to a structure fire to the home of Belinda and Red Seigars on East Chancellor where their barn and RV were a complete loss. Red has previously served as mayor for the city of Dublin.

Belinda’s sister Deborah Lovelace who was living in the RV, lost all of her possessions and the couple lost a lot of possessions which were stored in the barn.

“Our minds are kind of boggled at the moment. We were inches away from a different outlook. Thank God Digger Johnson saw the smoke and banged on our door,” Belinda said.

“Every single thing I’ve gathered through my life is gone. Just gone. I can’t tell you how heartbroken and lost I am,” Deborah wrote on social media. “Some things like clothes and shoes and stuff can be replaced but not all of the memorabilia from my entire life. Pictures, little paintings my grandkids gave me, even the show box that I made when my daddy died. We are grateful to be alive, it went up so fast.”

The community has begun pulling together to help replace belongings. For those interested in contributing financially, a Go Fund Me has been set up.

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08/22/2024

A 90-day burn ban is now in effect for Erath County.

In a special called Erath County Commissioners Court meeting Monday, Aug. 19, the court unanimously approved a burn ban due to an increased number of fires, high temperatures and low rainfall in the area.

“Dublin is the driest part of the county,” Erath County Fire Marshal Tommy Shelton said.

Currently, the Keetch – Byram Drought Index, which runs from zero to 800, has an average of 611 through the whole county.

For the complete story see the Aug. 22 edition or click here: https://www.dublincitizen.com/news/burn-ban-issued

08/22/2024

The Dublin Police Department, in conjunction with Revitilize Dublin and the Stephenville Area Elks Lodge, will
be hosting a National Night Out event on Tuesday October 1, 2024 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Perry Hall, located at 709 Sheehan Street Dublin, Texas.

The event will include emergency vehicles on display, games, bounce houses, refreshments and other types of fun for the whole family. Our goal is to better connect our agency with the youth of our community. All events will
be free of charge to the community.

If your organization or business would like to set up a booth or make a donation, contact Chief Cameron Ray or Administrative Assistant Kayla Splawn at 254-445-3714 between the hours of 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday.

08/22/2024

All Dublin students will be invited onto Cervetto Field following the scrimmages Thursday, Aug. 22 as FCA Leadership Night will follow the JV and Varsity play against the Clyde Bulldogs.

JV will scrimmage at 6 p.m. followed by varsity at around 7:15 p.m., ending with two live quarters. Following the varsity play, speakers will be on the field to share for the FCA event.

The Scrimmage will also act the annual “Our Day to Shine” event. Donations will be taken during the scrimmage for the Texas High School Coaches Education Foundation Benevolence Fund in “Our Day to Shine.” These donations to the organization allow the Texas High School Coaches Association greater reach in helping student athletes with hardship cases.

For the complete story see the Aug. 22 edition or click here:

All Dublin students will be invited onto Cervetto Field following the scrimmages Thursday, Aug. 22 as FCA Leadership Night will follow the JV and Varsity play against the Clyde Bulldogs.

08/22/2024

These great pets are available through Erath County Humane Society. For more pets, go to erathcountyhumanesociety.com.

08/21/2024

Pastor Harry (Red) Earles died at his home in Texas Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024.

He was the Pastor for Calvary Baptist Church in Newport for 30 years, from 1968 through 1998. When he retired to Texas, he was associate pastor for Senior Adult Care at First Baptist Church Dublin, Texas for 20 years.

As a Bivocational Pastor he worked for the Lincoln County School District in several jobs. First employed as a substitute teacher and bus driver, then as Coordinator for Adult Basic Education, later as Director of Adult Education for ten years. No matter what job he held, he was always a pastor to the people he worked with.

His church started a soup kitchen when he left the school district. You could find him there on Wednesdays either cooking, cleaning up, or sitting talking to the people who came in. He had a magnetic smile, and a good listening ear.

He served as Moderator of the Coast Baptist Association for several years, loved to be a part of the Associational Church Camp, and served one term on the Executive Board of the Northwest Baptist Convention.

He was active as a volunteer with many groups ranging from Umpire for Little League games, Referee to his son’s football games, to his involvement with Food Share, The Soup Kitchen at Calvary, on the board with Volunteer Services, or Contact Information and Referral.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Wilma Woods Earles, of Dublin, Texas, his sons, Mark Earles, of Portland, Oregon, Mike Earles, and wife, Velvet, of Dublin, Texas, his daughter, Deana Crumal, and husband, Randy, of Dublin, Texas.

Services were held Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, at The First Baptist Church in Dublin, Texas followed by interment at Pecan Cemetery.

08/21/2024

Judy Johnson Grimsley, 55, went to be with the Lord Aug. 10, 2024 in Cedar Park, Texas. She was born Dec. 12, 1968 in Fort Worth, Texas to her parents Jimmy and Welda (Akin) Johnson.

Judy married Brian Grimsley Feb. 25, 2006, and they raised four kids together, Alex, Lauren, Taylor, and Zachary. Judy was a proud mother and wife and loved being with her family. She graduated from Tarleton University with her Master’s in Science and went on to have a long career as a high school science teacher, teaching everything from AP Biology to Anatomy and Physiology. Judy enjoyed being involved in her students’ education, partaking in student council and extracurricular activities that promoted an increased interest in science.

Judy was strong and devoted in her faith, actively participating in First Baptist Church in Dublin, Texas growing up, and attending Hill Country Bible Church in her later years. Judy was a survivor of breast cancer and was passionate about different charities that focused on cancer research and treatment. She had a joy for life, was always laughing, and was a positive light no matter the circumstance. Judy was adored and will be missed by many.

Judy is preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Welda Johnson.

Judy is survived by her husband, Brian Grimsley of Cedar Park, Texas, her sons Zachary of Cedar Park, Texas, Alex Grimsley and Taylor Grimsley of Austin, Texas, her daughter Lauren of Ann Arbor, Michigan, her brothers Charles Dillard of Cedar Park, Texas, Thomas Dillard of San Antonio, Texas, and Randy Johnson of Dallas, Texas, her sisters Tamara Banister and Karina Dillard of San Antonio, Texas, and Amber Evans of Donald, Oregon, and numerous other relatives and friends that will miss her dearly.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that friends and family donate to Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, American Cancer Society, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

08/21/2024

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08/21/2024

Donna M. Irwin passed away August 17, 2024. Donna was born September 12, 1960, in Hicksville, NY. She was the fifth child born out of a family of seven. She moved to Houston in 1962 until 1970 when she moved to Baytown. Donna graduated from Ross Sterling in 1978. She was a letterman basketball player, number 10. She met her husband Ronald Cornelison (Tex), that same year.

They married 4 years later. She lived in Baytown until 1988 when they moved to Stephenville, Texas. From there in 1992 they moved to Dublin, Texas, where she worked for UPS for 16 years. She and her husband started a nursery in Dublin, Texas called Texas Outback for 9 years when they decided to close the nursery. She and Tex both had green thumbs and could grow the best tomatoes and asparagus. Their property kept them both busy with 80 peach trees, and grapes.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents, Art and Gloria Irwin, brothers, Bill, Artie and wife, Cookie, and Peter.

She is survived by her husband, Tex Cornelison, of Dublin, Texas, son, Leland Cornelison and wife, Edith, of Bluff Dale, Texas, brothers, Paul Irwin and wife, Pat, Robert Irwin and wife, Marilyn of Old River-Winfree, Texas, 4 grandchildren, and numerous nieces, and nephews.

There will be a private service held at a later date.

08/21/2024

Services for Robert Eugene (Bob) Anderson will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at at the Cottonwood Baptist Church in Dublin, Texas. He passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, in Gallup, New Mexico, at the age of 62.

Arrangements are by Lacy Funeral Home.

Bob was born in Syracuse, New York, on April 6, 1962, to parents Kenneth E. Anderson and Marsha Jean Story. He married Christine Ann Parkhurst Aug. 17, 1991, in Lansing, Michigan.

Bob was a member of the Cottonwood Baptist Church. He was dedicated to his work as a political consultant. In his spare time, Bob enjoyed computer gaming, playing strategy games, and was a champion Chess player. Most of all, Bob loved spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife, Christine Ann (Parkhurst) Anderson of Dublin, Texas; children, Richard Brady, William Oliver, Robin, Arthur, Jon, Aaron, Caleb, and Rachel of Dublin, Texas, and Rebecca and Rose of Redding, California; mother, Marsha Jean Anderson of Lexington, Ohio; sister, Barbara Meadows and husband, Duane; and brothers, Bill Anderson, and Ben Anderson and wife, Hazel.

Preceded in death by son, Michael Quincy Anderson; and father, Ken Anderson.

08/21/2024

Dublin mourns a local legend as Richard “Truck” Stevens, a Philadelphia Eagle, Baylor Bear and Dublin Lion died Saturday, Aug. 17, leaving a story that dreams can come true with enough passion and determination.

Richard was born in Dublin to Carl and Dorothy Nell Stevens. As a boy, he didn’t have to look any further than across the street for one of his greatest ambitions as the family lived across from the Dublin football stadium. Stevens would climb up to the roof on dark fall nights and picture the day when he could play on that field.

For the complete story see the Aug. 22 edition or click here: https://www.dublincitizen.com/obituaries/dublin-remembers-football-legend

08/21/2024

A Hunter Education safety course is being hosted at the Dublin High School Ag Building Saturday, Aug. 24 and is open to the public. It will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a break at noon for lunch.

FFA advisor Derek Dunlap will be leading the class and is in his 16th year of teaching it. Dunlap offered that the $20 class is an easy way to get certification before dove season starts Sept. 1 and deer season starts Nov. 4.

Texas Parks and Wildlife requires all hunters 17 years or older to complete a hunter education course (or in some special exceptions get a deferral and be accompanied by an adult who is licensed and completed the course. Hunters age 9 to 16 must be accompanied by a license hunter when hunting unless they get certified through a hunter education course. (Hunters nine and under must always be accompanied by a licensed hunter who has completed the course.)

Students under 12 should be accompanied to the class by an adult. (Adult does not need to take the class.)

08/21/2024

Services for Helen Ruth Anderson will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 23, 2024, at Lacy Funeral Home with Rev. Ben McCleery officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Comanche County, Texas.

Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at Lacy Funeral Home.

Helen passed away Monday, Aug.19, 2024, in Stephenville, Texas, at the age of 96. Arrangements are by Lacy Funeral Home.

Helen was born in Proctor, Texas, Aug. 18, 1928, to parents Ammon Thomas Hughes and Vida Ann (King) Hughes. She married W.T. “Todd” Anderson on September 7, 1946, at Rocky Creek Baptist Church, in Brownwood, Texas. He preceded her in death on Nov.14, 2008.

Helen was a member of Greens Creek Baptist Church. She enriched and shaped the minds of many young people, serving for many years as an educator. She was a proud member of Alpha Delta Kappa, as well as the Retired Teachers Association of Texas. Helen was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys football fan. In her spare time she also liked to crochet. Helen read the Bible daily, reading it cover to cover each year. Helen’s home was the heart of the family, sharing delicious meals made with love for everyone who came to visit. Helen will be missed by all who were blessed to know her.

Survivors include daughters, Linda Earp and husband, A.N. “Rusty” of Dublin, Texas, and Sharon Abernathy of Liberty, Texas; grandchildren, Sherry Villemez, Robert McGregor, Dana Gibbs, Boyd Earp, Shelley Mears, and Sheila Flores; ten great-grandchildren; and five great-great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by son-in-law, David Abernathy; one brother, Edwin T. Hughes; and two sisters, Frances Humble, and Mary Gates.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Greens Creek Baptist Church at 1263 County Road 380, Dublin, Texas 76446 or to the Fosters Home for Children at 1779 N. Graham St., Stephenville, Texas 76401.

08/21/2024

William Hancock’s life has had some ups and downs, and he spent much of his adult years incarcerated. Now out of prison and nearly 20 years sober, Hancock is now enjoying life as an electrical engineer and prison minister. “Instead of burning bridges, I’m building them,” he said.

Upon his release in 2023, he found a job at Electric Distribution and Design Systems, a Dallas-based company that installs generators, solar panels and windmills. Most clients are residential, and Hancock sometimes installs as much as three generators in a week.

The owner of the company, Tommy Edds, works in prison ministry on the side, and now Hancock is involved. “I go back in and minister to prisoners and show them what you can do as long as you have God on your side,” he said.

For the complete story see the Aug. 15 edition of The Dublin Citizen or click here:

William Hancock’s life has had some ups and downs, and he spent much of his adult years incarcerated. Now out of prison and nearly 20 years sober, Hancock is now enjoying life as an electrical engineer and prison minister. “Instead of burning bridges, I’m building them,” he said.

08/20/2024

“It wasn’t anything besides open arms and welcome home,” said Coach Andrew Norwood of his return to Dublin ISD this year.

Norwood actually started his career coaching girls sports for the Lady Lions before transferring out to Ballenger, Comanche and Goldthwaite, where he spent the last two years heading the boys baseball program.

Norwood will be acting as defensive line coach for the Lions on the football field, heading the baseball team and coaching Junior High basketball. “I was raised in Anson which is a big baseball/ football town,” Norwood said. “It was kind of engrained in me. I’ve always really liked football and I love baseball. It’s been part of my journey.” After graduating high school, Norwood played some college football before going to finish his education at Midwestern State University.

For the complete story see the Aug. 15 edition or click here: https://www.dublincitizen.com/sports/norwood-returns-lead-dugout

08/20/2024

Museum Matters: For the Dublin Free Fall Fair of 1956, the plan was to move the gymnasium located at Alexander to the Dublin Fair Grounds. The gymnasium was originally built for the Alexander School until school consolidation closed that school and made those students attend class in Dublin. At the Fair Grounds, located in the City Park, workmen were putting the hardwood floors from the gymnasium down for a dance scheduled for July 11. That dance was a Fall Fair fundraiser sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars chapter No. 219.

For the complete story see the Aug. 15 edition of the Dublin Citizen or click here:

For the Dublin Free Fall Fair of 1956, the plan was to move the gymnasium located at Alexander to the Dublin Fair Grounds. The gymnasium was originally built for the Alexander School until school consolidation closed that school and made those students attend class in Dublin. At the FairGrounds, loc...

08/19/2024

NOTICE: street improvement work will start on Cleveland street between W Mesquite and W Harris today. Please avoid the area if possible.

08/19/2024

Erath County Commissioners have placed the county in a burn ban for the next 90 days.

08/19/2024

Bettie Charlene Turner Shaw was welcomed into the loving arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, Friday, Aug. 16, as her family gathered round and encouraged her to victory.

She was born May 20, 1930 to Mattie D**k Sowell Turner and James Henry Turner in Clairette, Texas. She graduated valedictorian of her class from Carlton High School, where she met the love of her life, Robert B. Shaw. They were married Oct. 30, 1948 and to this union, four children were born.

Bettie spent 38 years as a bank teller, serving the people of Dublin with a warm welcoming smile. In her earlier years, she worked at the Dublin Hospital and Dublin Livestock Auction. She never met a stranger and if she did, they quickly became her friend.

Bettie’s favorite pastime was cheering on her grandchildren in any endeavor they chose. Her greatest joy was to know that her children and grandchildren chose to follow Jesus. She was an active member of First Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School in every age group throughout her years. Her hospitality towards newcomers was as welcoming as Jesus.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers: Gerald, Allmon and Ga***rd Turner, and her beloved husband.

She is survived by one brother, Joe Turner of Oklahoma City, OK, brother-in-law Seth Shaw of Dublin, Texas, sons Wayne (wife Deb) and Van (wife Salena) and daughter Celinda Jurney (husband Mike) of Dublin, Texas, daughter Judy Thiebaud (husband Daniel) of Eldorado, Texas, 10 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter due in two weeks, as well as many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly.

Visitation will be held at the Harrell Funeral Home Chapel 6-8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19, with services at First Baptist Church 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20. Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church Dublin, Brushy Top Cowboy Church, Eldorado, Double N Cowboy Church, and Erath County Cowboy Church.

08/19/2024

Preparations for the 19th annual Comanche County Healthcare Foundation Dinner & Auction fundraiser are underway, and items for the live and silent auctions are being sought. The silent auction online on Handbid.com starts September 8th and runs for two weeks.

The steak dinner and live auction take place Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 6:00pm at a new location this year -- Copperas Bend, 5300 Highway 2247, De Leon. After dinner, the live auction gets underway with a number of exciting products and services on which to bid.

Ticket orders and donations can be made online at https:// events. handbid. com/auctions/cchfcontinuing- the- legacy. Tickets can also be purchased from CCHF Board members or by mail. But hurry, space is limited, and dinner tickets sell quickly.

Donations from the community help the CCMC Health System increase rural access to medical services and provide essential patient care equipment. This year, auction donations and proceeds will go towards new anesthesia and defibrillator equipment for the hospital and new Comanche County EMS communication equipment.

For more information, visit comanchechf.org, email [email protected], or call 432-2093275 or 325-488-4124, and watch for auction updates on Facebook.

08/18/2024

Students, parents, Lions and cheerleaders mill about the Dublin Elementary School during the Meet the Teacher Tuesday, Aug. 6.

For photos in print, see the Aug. 15 edition of The Dublin Citizen.

08/18/2024

Dublin FFA announced a couple of approaching deadlines students and parents need to remember.

Livestock parents and students please plan on attending the Livestock Meeting in Mr. Dunlap’s classroom at the Dublin ag building Monday, Aug. 26 at 6 p.m..

This meeting is very important to attend as FFA will be reviewing the stock show schedules and import dates.

Please plan on attending if you show any species of livestock through the Dublin FFA.

Interested in showing a sheep, goat or breeding heifer this year through the FFA? This tag will allow you to show at Erath County and majors such as Fort Worth Stock Show.

The tag orders are DUE to Mrs. Hayhurst by Friday, August 23 at 4 p.m. Exact cash or check made out to Dublin FFA.

Please reach out to Mrs. Hayhurst at [email protected] if you have any questions or are interested in showing with Dublin FFA.

08/17/2024

Dublin JV and varsity Lady Lions hosted Hico and Mullin in scrimmages Saturday, Aug. 10 as they hit the court for the first time this season. Dublin head volleyball coach Lauryn Risinger reported the varsity lost by only a few points to Hico and beat Mullin. “I saw lots of communication and positive attitudes on the court and I’m hoping to keep that up as we get into season,” said Risinger.

For photos in print, see the Aug. 15 edition of The Dublin Citizen.

08/17/2024

Dublin graduate Jaylee Black was joined by parents Angela and Brent Black, head Dublin softball coach Vanessa Villegas and girls athletic director Kim Perez (as well as slew of family members) as she signed her intent to play softball for the Lamar Community College Antelopes in Colorado. The signing was held at Dublin Secondary Monday, Aug. 12.

Villegas, who coached Black during her senior year said: “Jaylee was a leader for us. She was our one and only pitcher. Come game time, she went out and gave it her all for her whole team. No matter what the score was, she was doing whatever she could on that mound.” The coach said she is sure Jaylee will do the same for her teammates in Lamar.

For photos in print see the Aug. 15 edition of The Dublin Citizen.

08/17/2024

Athletes, cheerleaders, drill team members and the Sound of Dublin Band participated in Meet the Lions Monday, Aug. 12.

For photos in print, see the Aug. 15 edition of The Dublin Citizen.

08/17/2024

The annual DeLeon Peach and Melon Festival Parade was held Saturday, Aug. 10 and boasted an hour long parade with tractors, floats and of course ... peaches and melons!

For photos in print, see the Aug. 15 edition of The Dublin Citizen.

08/17/2024

A 350-single family, gated rental home planned development recently received a nod of approval by the Stephenville City Council at its meeting Tuesday, Aug. 6.

At the Aug. 6 meeting, the council heard and approved a rezoning request for the project that would change the zoning classification from Single Family Residential (R-1) to Planned Development (PD). The zoning change request was previously heard by Stephenville’s Planning and Zoning Commission July 17 and didn’t provide a recommendation.

La Paloma is being developed in conjunction with Chisholm Trail Developments, Southwestern Capital Partners, Architexas and Kimley Horn, on 94 acres at the corner of Pigeon Road (FM 2303) and State Hwy. 108 (Graham Street).

For the complete story see the Aug. 15 edition or click here: https://www.dublincitizen.com/news/stephenville-city-council-350-rental-home-project-approved