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March 10, 2011 Issue
Front Page
Submitted by Wymond Kraft San Saba EMS Director
EMS is now able to provide a higher level of emergency care for seriously ill or injured patients. A recent license upgrade changed our designation from BLS with ALS capabilities to BLS with MICU capabilities.
Here's what this new designation means to you. DSHS (Department of State Health Services) issues several types of licenses to EMS Providers (the agency) and the Personnel (the caregivers in the ambulance).
The various license designations are: Basic Life Support (BLS), ...
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The San Saba Tennis Team advances to the State Team Tennis Tournament for the 15
th straight year in a row. This is also the 19th time the tennis team has gone to the state team tournament since team tennis started in 1983. At the regional tournament held in Leander this past weekend, March 4-5 the San Saba tennis team came in second place.
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The Board of Trustees of San Saba ISD held a Special Meeting on March 7th at 3:00 p.m. in the library of the High School. President Darrin Barker called the meeting to order and established a quorum. Board member Bob Whitten was absent from the meeting.
Presentations were given by three architectural companies for the proposed SSISD building project.
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By Carolyn McDowell,CEA-FCS San Saba County
One of the best tools to use for establishing healthy eating habits is reading nutrition labels. People with diabetes should especially read the Nutrition Facts information on the food label for the calorie content for one serving of that food, and for the fat (saturated fat and trans fat), protein, sodium, and total carbohydrate (fiber and sugars) content of the food.
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Delton McGuire, Tommy, Kaci, Talli and Tori Morrison, and Janiece Duggan were in Oklahoma City, Ok last weekend at a Christian Childcare Conference. Danny Duggan was being honored.
Kandis and Wayland Dobbs spent the week-end in Austin at the girls state basketball tournament.
Debbie and Rick Duggar had their granddaughters visiting them over the week-end.
Jason and Regina Randolph honored Matthew with a birthday party last Saturday in Fredericksburg.
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One of the great lessons in the Bible is obedience. After God made His creation He expected the created to obey Him. In Genesis 3 we see the first sin as Eve was deceived by Satan and she and her husband ate from the tree from which God had forbidden them to eat.
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From the San Saba News & Stars Archives
60 Years Ago
February 23, 1951
Remember the date, Saturday, February 25, that Dr. R.A.Lindley extracts your teeth absolutely free.
Jas. F. Dofflemyer last Friday traded property in San Saba and Richland Springs for 86 acres in Coryell and a fine stallion.
C.D. Hayden, Jr., will have a position behind the counter in the new dry goods store of A.R.
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We are having some nice, warm days after a low of 30 degrees on Sunday morning. We are expected to reach 80 degrees this week. That is Texas weather for you!
Don’t forget to "spring forward" next Sunday as we begin daylight savings time. You don’t want to show up late for church.
We are sorry to report that Jr.
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Submitted by Nancy Bannister
Reading Recommendations:
Separate Beds
, a novel, Elizabeth Buchan
Annie's life isn't perfect, but her marriage to Tom, her children, and her work give ballast to her life even after her daughter, Mia, disappears to university and refuses for five long years to have anything to do with her family. With the country in the early stages of an economic crisis, Annie knows she has no right to complain.
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This may usually be somewhat of a strenuous time of the year for many folks that are ready for outdoor activity. The uncertain predictability of our recent weather conditions has made it fairly arduous for folks whether they might have interests in yard, garden, golfing, or fishing. Have hope, though, as intermitten periods of fair weather will occur.
Most gardeners have their plots tilled and some have already put their onion sets out.
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Submitted by James Johnston, Minister 2nd & Wallace Church of Christ, San Saba, Texas
When we hear, "I’ll get back with you," we have some anticipation of the person’s response. We figure that the real answer is no – they just don’t say no.
Paul essentially heard these words from Felix after he trembled at the teaching of the gospel. He was interested and possibly convicted that he needed to make a change, but not moved to action.
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Dear Editor:
In my opinion law enforcement seldom gets credited for their courtesies and simple gestures of kindness to local citizens, not to mention strangers, which prompts me to write this letter.
Recently friends from Arizona came to visit and the plan was to meet at the Court House square. It was Sunday and as they waited for me on the bench, Sheriff Brown walked up, shook their hand and gave a courteous and sincere welcome to San Saba.
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As much as I enjoy winter, spring is probably the most exciting time of the year for me. I think it is because you can actually see something happening day-by-day. One day you look outside and there is just a hint of bright green in the landscape here and there where the new grass is starting to grow under the gray, dead grass.
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We are fortunate to have Jim Hailey as the March speaker for the San Saba Bird and Nature Club on Tuesday March 15, 2011, 7PM at the San Saba Civic Center. His topic will be An Alaskan Adventure. Mr. Hailey considers Alaska his personal favorite place to go birding and has led a number of field trips there.
Jim began birding seriously in 1990 and currently leads trips for the Texas Ornithological Society where he also serves as Vice President and field trip chairman.
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I can only start this week off with, "which way did he go?" That's the way I feel after the last two weeks we have had here at the Sheriff's office. We have seen a huge spike in arrests and the jail staff have been extremely busy as well as the deputies.
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By Michael A. Guido Metter, Georgia
When your temper gets the best of you, it reveals the worst of you. And getting revenge is something you do to the other person, to make yourself feel worse.
So our Lord said, "If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also."
That troubled Sir Walter Scott until he had an experience with a stray dog.
He threw a rock at him to chase the dog away.
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By Dr. Dennis J. Prutow Sterling, Kansas
When I was a youngster, we visited Mammoth Cave, Kentucky. Once inside a huge subterranean cavern, our guides turned out the lights. There was deep darkness. We could not see our hand in front of our face. The guide struck a match. We stood amazed at how such a tiny light pushed away the heavy black veil of darkness.
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The weather so far has been up and down with of course the wind. Woke up Saturday with a temp in the twenties, and lots of wind. It did warm up some, but the wind made it feel colder. Sunday was another cool morning, Monday not too bad with no wind.
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She was a beautiful dog and some of our friends said we should show her. She was so good with children and always liked to be petted. She would lay at your feet for hours if you continued to rub on her. We would give her a bath and put perfume on her and sometimes my wife would even tie a little ribbon on her head.
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Not too many decades ago, decisions were fewer and much easier to make. In car-buying, color choices were black or white. There was vanilla, chocolate and strawberry ice cream; then Baskin-Robbins busted loose with more flavors than they could think of good names for.
Minds grow dizzy with today’s barrage of choices—paper or plastic, regular or decaf, debit or credit, smoking or non-smoking, etc.
On the cell phone front—and it is a broad one—my skills ...
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Another beautiful week in Richland Springs bites the dust. Unfortunately, it’s another week with very little rain. If you listen closely, you can hear the earth groan in pain.
Next week is spring break and the kids are chomping at the bit. Several will be out for the Houston stock show this week.
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Submitted by Missy King, Prevention Specialist Central Texas Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week, March 20–26, the (name of organization) is alerting the public about ways to prevent childhood poisoning. Cigarettes and cigarette butts may poison children who ingest them.
In 2007, the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) received more than 7,735 reports of potentially toxic exposures to tobacco products among children younger than 6 years of age in the United States.
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Jackson Nelson won 1st place in the Bears Division at the Pecan Valley District annual Pinewood Derby Race at Heartland Mall, in Brownwood on February 19, 2011. Jackson is the son of Michael and Kristen Nelson.
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The 2011 Cub Scout Pinewood Derby race was held Saturday, February 12 at the San Saba Civic Center with 22 scouts participating. There were three divisional races; Tiger/Wolf, Bears, and Webelos and a Grand Champion Race. Tiger/Wolf: 1st place - Polo Davila, 2nd place - Mark Anthony Maxcey; Bears: 1st place - Jackson Nelson, 2nd place - Enrique Davila; Webelos: 1st Place - Eduardo Vega, 2nd Place - Matthew Burkhart; Grand Champion Winners: Overall 1st Place - Jackson Nelson, Overall 2nd Place ...
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Submitted by Ross J. Cox, Sr., Post Adjutant
Johnnie C. Oswald - U.S. Navy Reserve - DOB 8-11-1922
Born and raised in Bosque County, Texas. Parents, Walter and Luella Oswald. Attended Clifton Public Schools and graduated from the 11th grade in 1940. Attended Clifton Jr. College on a football scholarship, graduating with a liberal arts degree. Transferred to North Texas State University and enlisted in the V-7 Navy Officers Candidate program.
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The Texas Department of Public Safety is urging Spring Breakers to avoid traveling to Mexico because of continued violence-and reminding boaters to stay on the U.S. side of Falcon Lake.
Falcon Lake has been the scene of several robberies and a U.S. citizen’s murder, and DPS is again warning boaters to steer clear of the Mexican side of the lake.
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The Llano Country Opry will be staged on Saturday, March 12, at the Lantex Theater in Llano, Texas. The show will begin at 7:30 PM and admission is $12.00 per person. Tickets are now on sale at the Llano and Kingsland Chamber of Commerce, Llano National Bank, Lively Computers in Kingsland and KNEL radio in Brady.
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Statistics indicate that foodborne illness continues to be a health issue in the United States. Each year, 1 in 4 Americans will become sick, 1 in 1,000 will become hospitalized, and 5,000 will die due to a foodborne illness.
If under the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) jurisdiction each food establishment is required to have one certified food manager on site.
Many of you have already received a letter from the Texas Department of State Health Services regar ...
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Submitted by Thomas L. Alston, Secretary pro-tem-Treasurer
At the last meeting on February 12th, a written petition was presented in open lodge with a majority of the 26 members desiring to merge with San Saba Lodge No. 612. The membership also decided to petition and allow San Saba Lodge to assume jurisdiction of Richland Springs ISD for the purposes of Public School Week and inviting the senior class to the annual Seniors Banquet in May.
Richland Springs Masonic Lodge No.
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Submitted by San Saba County Sheriff's Department
It was on the one year anniversary of his arrest, that a San Saba Jury sent Preston Lamar Thomas to prison for 195 years for sexually assaulting an 8 year old child. Sheriff Brown arrested Thomas on March 2, 2010 on three counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child.
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Submitted by Ross J. Cox, Sr., Lodge Secretary
Over two years passed without Freemasonry in San Saba. Finally, enough interest, peace and harmony existed for the Grand Lodge to issue a dispensation for work on 16 December 1884. District Deputy Grand Master, David Doole of the 10th Masonic District, installed the first officers U.D. on 26 January 1885.
At first the Masons likely met at the old lodge building with forty-one members.
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The San Saba Senior Center’s Care, Concern and Comfort for Cancer provides information, resource materials and support for anyone whose life has been affected by cancer, including family members, those who are recovering, going through treatment or survivors. There will be special guest speakers on a variety of related topics during some of the meetings.
The next meeting will be held on Friday, March 25, 2010 at 2:30 p.m.
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During the month that honors Texas’ fight for independence and the year that marks the 175th anniversary of that event, utilize new technology available to learn more about the Lone Star State’s past. With the popularity of smartphones comes new applications that allow history buffs and heritage travelers to interact with history at every turn.
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Submitted by Post Adjutant
The veterans of the Wiley B. Murray Post No. 27 will meet Thursday, March 10th at the legion hall in San Saba for their stated meeting. The building will be opened at 5:30 p.m. for fellowship and refreshments. At 6:30 p.m. a barbecue meal of chicken and brisket will be served.
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The annual Central Texas Pecan Short course will be conducted by the Texas AgriLife Extension Office in Mills County on March 29 with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. and program presentations will begin at 9:00a.m with conclusion at 3:00 p.m. The program will be held at the Mills County Civic Center located at 1103 Cline in Goldthwaite.
This program will educate producers on the best management practices available.
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Elm Grove Predator Hunt and Wild Hog Jackpot will be held Saturday and Sunday, March 19th and 20th, 2011. Registration will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Saturday, downtown Elm Grove, FM Highway 765 at the Elm Grove Fire Station. Check in is at 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
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Receipts totaled 4173 head for the week. The market continued this week with advances in all classes of cattle. The demand was strong and very active on a choice offering of cattle. Stocker steers sold $10 higher and stocker heifers sold $7 higher. Feeder steers advanced $5 and heifers moved up $3.
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Edna Alice Hopkins Bragg, formerly of Richland Springs,TX,passed away Feb 27, 2011 in Irving, TX and was laid to rest in De Leon, TX March 2 ,2011.
Edna was born July 13, 1915 to Arch and Fannie Hopkins and graduated from Richland Springs High School in 1933.
She married Ray Bragg of Blanket , TX in 1939.
Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Bragg and son, Philip Ray Bragg.
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Marcian Locker, 89, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Friday, March 4, 2011. Marcian Evelyn Rose Jacobs was born December 31, 1921 in Tracey, Minnesota. She has been a Houston resident since 1963, and an active member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Mrs. Locker graduated High School in Virgil, South Dakota as Valedictorian.
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Shanna Mackenzie, 29, of Elgin, TX passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at St. David’s Medical Center in Austin, TX.
Shanna was born on July 26, 1981 in San Saba, TX to Johnny Myers Jr. and Betty Vaughn Myers. Shanna and Robert "Rob" Mackenzie were united in marriage on May 21, 2006 and made their home in Elgin, TX.
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Spring is always a busy time for staff and students and parents. Traveling and participating in events such as tournament basketball, baseball, tennis, track, UIL academics, UIL one act plays and assorted meetings seems to leave little free time. Spring break is always a welcome event where students, faculty and staff can rest and revitalize for the remainder of the busy school year.
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San Saba's Dillo Golf Team traveled to Mason on March 2nd to play at the Puncher Invitational at Comanche Creek Golf Course in Mason. Results are as follows:
Teams
Mason - 389
San Saba - 396
Fredericksburg - 412
Llano - 463
Medalists
1. Williams - Mason - 85
2. Jeffrey Hoyt - San Saba - 88
Tie:
3. Jack Whitten - San Saba - 90
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2010-2011 All Districts Selections
District 6-AA
MVP - Michael Warren-Hico-Senior
Offensive MVP - Drew Polk-Hico-Senior
Defensive MVP - Ty Weaver-Comanche-Senior
Co-Newcomers of the Year - Luicius Stallworth-Bangs-Sophomore; Caisson Montieth-Comanche-Freshman
1st Team All District:
Matt Simons-Bangs-Senior
Braydon Williams-Bangs-Junior
Dylan Turner-Hico-Sen ...
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The San Saba Ladies Golf Association met March 3, 2010 for the monthly business meeting. The meeting was called to order by the President, Anita Miles, and opened with prayer by Jo Ann Snow. The Secretary, Jo Anne Hardy, read the minutes and they were approved as read. The Treasurer, Bobbie Churchill, gave the financial report for January and February.
Sandee Hartley, the Traveling 4-Ball Chair, announced that the March play would be in Delaware Springs on March 16, 2011.
The ...
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Heck, I don’t know how to start this one- "All GREAT things must end, man what a ride, tears of joy, tears of sadness, (WHAT IF?)". I do know this, for the first time ever at the Frank Erwin Center, the San Saba Lady Dillos showed everyone that they belonged there and we almost, almost pulled off one for the ages!!!
Message boards and forums wear me out and believe me, we took some shots via the internet about how we were lucky to be there and how Brock was going to "roll us up ...
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The Richland Springs High School One Act Play, August: Osage County by Tracy Letts will be performed for the public on Monday night, March 21
August: Osage County
The one act version has been cut to forty minutes to meet the UIL contest rules. Starring in the play are: Jonathon Patino, DeAnna Grady, Brooke Vaughn, Brennen McGinty, Katelynn Teel, Sara Hedley, Brooklyn McGinty, Elbert Thomas, Melanie Bradley, and Joe Avila.
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Submitted by SSISD Assistant School Superintinedent Michael Bohensky
Is it ironic that the Lenten season began the day after high school cheerleading tryouts? I think it is interesting to look for symbolism in the ordinary events of life. The interesting thing about the Lenten season is that it symbolizes for many Christians a focusing of their faith in the mix of a life that is highly complex and filled with many distractions.
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The San Saba Youth Baseball/Softball Association (SSYBSA) is preparing for the 2011 spring season. Opening day will be Saturday, May 14
The registration fee is $40 per player. Team sponsorships are available for $200 per team. Registration is open to all youth in our community ages 4 through age 12. Registration forms can be picked up at the Never Surrender 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, March 19th.
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Submitted by Leigh Ann Glaze, SSISD Superintendent
At school we have talked to the staff about what type of impact the possible legislative budget cuts will have on San Saba ISD. We are making plans and assessing all of the needs we have for our students and have devised three plans depending on the outcome of the Legislative session.
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News from San Saba ISD Superintendent Leigh Ann Glaze
This week San Saba ISD will be sponsoring "Show your Colors"! This will take place on Wednesday, March 9, 2011. What is "Show your Colors"? Show your Colors is a day that we will all be talking about College. We will all Show our Colors and wear our favorite College Attire, paint our face to show our favorite college, whatever it takes to show that we all want our kiddos to go to college.
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Patrons interested in viewing the status of the buildings that are proposed under the San Saba ISD May Bond Election may request a tour of the current facilities. If you are interested in looking at the San Saba Elementary School, the band hall or the high school science labs during spring break, please contact Leigh Ann Glaze at 325/372-3771 or 325/372-4198 to schedule a tour.
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