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June 16, 2011 Issue
Front Page
The San Saba County Commissioners Court met on Monday, June 13th at 9 a.m. in the County Judge’s Chambers. Commissioner Rickey Lusty conducted the meeting in the absence of County Judge Byron Theodosis. Lusty called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone to the court. Commissioner Kenley Kroll gave the invocation followed by everyone joining for the pledges to the American and Texas flags.
David Williams and Ann McElroy, members of the San Saba County Historical Commission, ...
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Submitted by San Saba Sheriff's Office
On June 8th, three men from San Saba County were indicted by a grand jury for multiple sexual related crimes against children in San Saba County. Brandon Michael Lovingood was indicted for Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child with a bond set at $500,000.00. Juan Antonio Saldivar was indicted for Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child with a bond set at $500,000.00.
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Submitted by Lodge Secretary
On July 2nd, The Grand Master of Masons, of the Grand Lodge of Texas, will make a personal appearance at San Saba Lodge No. 612. Grand Master T.E. "Gene" Carnes will be installing officer for lodge officers of the 70th Masonic District. Lodges participating will be Lometa Lodge No. 514, Saratoga Lodge No.
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Please join us at San Saba’s First Baptist Church to hear Lisa Whelchel on Monday June 27
Lisa Whelchel was born on May 29 in Littlefield, Texas. At age 13, her first professional acting experience was as a Mouseketeer for "The New Mickey Mouse Club." Ms. Whelchel is perhaps best known for her starring role as Blair Warner on NBC’s "The Facts of Life"
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The Friends of the National Rifle Association presented San Saba County 4-H with a check for $5,000 during their annual banquet on June 2
nd. Pictured left to right are: Speedy LaFond (NRAMember), Kenley Kroll (San Saba County Shooting Sports Leader), Ricky Maddox (San Saba County Shooting Sports Leader), Krista Triplett (4-H Parent), Carolyn McDowell (San Saba County Extension Agent), Ron Gerhart (San Saba County 4-H’er) and Jack Cannon, NRA Field Representative.
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The San Saba Garden Club Yard of the Month is the residence of Bob and Martha Leigh Whitten, 307 W. Commerce Street. The home, which is sometimes called the Murray House, was built in 1916 and along with the huge yard, covers an entire block in this quiet neighborhood in San Saba.
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Revelations 13:7-8 "And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them, and power was given him over all kindreds, and tongues, and nations. And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him whose names are not written in the Lamb's book of life."
The above scripture was chosen to warn all Christians.
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The cats have a new drinking dish. It has a small motor that pumps water up in the bowl. Our daughter, Tiffany, got this as they are her cats. When the cats first heard the bubbling and gurgling they shied away from it. With curiosity they looked at it from afar.
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From the San Saba News & Star Archives
50 Years Ago
June 15, 1961
Five Boy Scouts from local Troop 55 left Monday, June 12, for Camp Billy Gibbons, located south of Richland Springs. The group includes Larry Smith, Terry Smith, Paul Townsend, Jimmy Byrd and Mike Hinyard, Scoutmasters Don Woodruff and Joe Ragsdale will visit the camp and Scouts during the week.
Senator Louis Crump will be guest speaker at the annual meeting of the Old Settlers Reunion next Thursday, June ...
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The bad news of the week is that we have not had any rain and there is none in the forecast.
We had a good turn out for the Elm Grove VFD fundraiser last Saturday night. I have not had any reports on the totals brought in, but I would hope it was a good amount.
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Submitted by Nancy Bannister
Reading recommendations:
Three Roads to the Alamo
Three Roads to the Alamo
William C. Davis, a distinguished Civil War historian and biographer, illuminates the great western migration of the early nineteenth century through these remarkable figures, representative of the three distinct types of men responsible for pushing American civilization west of the Mississippi.
Through tremendous research and with unprecedented access to Mexican military archives, ...
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If you happened to have been paying attention a bit better than have I, then you’ll realize it has been quite a spell since we last visited. It still amazes me, somewhat, as to how a lot of things seem to get in the way of our scheduled activities as we get past middle age.
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James Johnston, Minister 2nd & Wallace Church of Christ, San Saba, Texas
A small boy was playing with his buddies in the backyard, and the small boy’s dad overheard them talking. The conversation was amusingly one of those "my dad is better than your dad" routines. One boy proudly said, "My dad knows the mayor of our town!" Another said, "That’s nothing - my dad knows the governor of this state!"
Wondering what was coming next in the program of bragging, the man heard his young boy say, "That’s nothing - my dad knows God!"
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The San Saba Ladies Golf Association were the hosts for the monthly Traveling 4-Ball tournament on June 9, 2011 with twenty five participants.
Sandee Hartley, the 4-Ball Chair, welcomed the ladies and they were served coffee, juice, and donuts. During play the ladies were served peanut butter and crackers and ice tea.
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Recently my wife and I went to visit our son and his wife and our grandson. While there I found some little chores to do around the house. I had a great time hanging a new towel rack in their bathroom and doing other little chores. While working I was reminded when my parents would come visit and my dad would talk to my wife and find little chores or errands to do.
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A boy asked, "Dad, don't they ever give showers for the groom?"
"No, son," he answered. "There'll be plenty of storms for him after the bride begins to reign."
But God made the home, and He meant it to be a heaven on earth.
It will be, if the Bible is believed and prayer is practiced; if the Lord is the Head, the husband a king, the wife a queen, every son a prince and every daughter a princess.
Looking for a happy home?
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By Dr. Dennis J. Prutow Sterling, Kansas
We fulfill one of the purposes for our existence when we seek God (Acts 17:26-27). When we seek Him, we consult with Him. We take our joys and difficulties to Him in prayer. We seek direction from Him by reading the Bible. We receive light from God as we ply the pages of the Bible (2 Peter 1:19).
Ultimately we need strength and power from God.
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Last week Jane Clark and her son, Bobby Clark were in N.M. visiting Mrs. Hays as she was back in the hospital. She was later moved into a Rehab center in Dora where she passed away Thursday night. Jane, Bobby, Danny Clark and Kristi Messer drove to New Mexico Sunday to attend the funeral which was Monday at 2:00 p.m..
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He said he’d hoped to save the announcement for his 99
Like a cobra charmed by a flautist—a guy who recognizes a musical gourd when he sees one—I was immediately mesmerized. (Aside: Believed to have originated in India centuries ago, snake-charming called for long-necked gourds. Shorter varieties became dippers for drinking; and the prized long-necks were carved into flute-like instruments for charming snakes.
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Hi everyone," guten tag," from Germany. I have finally adjusted to the hours and except for the continual travel, I think I’m good to go. Whether I am or not, we have been going! This week we went to Trier for the day, and visited the local market, early Roman baths and some ancient churches.
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Macy Martin won the All Around Cowgirl Buckle in the 15-19 age group in the Goldthwaite FFA Jr. Rodeo. Macy is the daughter of Cade and Tammy Martin of College Station, TX and the granddaughter of Lorenzo and Maxine Esquivel of San Saba, Randy Martin of Richland Springs and Carol Martin of Forney, Tx.
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Mr. & Mrs Leo Jimenez are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Cynthia Ann Jimenez to Daniel Zepeda, son of Manuela Zepeda and the late Primo Zepeda. Cynthia is an employee of Hill Country Community Action in San Saba, and Daniel is employed by San Saba Fire Safety.
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Pastor and church members go to jail!!! On Saturday April 30,2011 Pastor JD Sanders and several of his church members were arrested in hopes of raising money for the anPnual Mason County Cancer Benefit, which raises money to help aide local Mason cancer victims and survivors with much needed medical and financial assistance.
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Scenes from the San Saba Rodeo Parade
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Scenes from the San Saba Rodeo Parade
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Texas Health & Human Services
The annual fight has begun for influence over your kids’ summer eating habits.
In one corner: You and your crisp combos of nutrition knowledge, encouragement and control over what goes on the family dining table. In the other corner: spotty peer influences, ample opportunities for snacking away from home and a junk food marketing industry that bombards kids with an average of more than 11,000 TV ads a year.
It sounds like a rigged fight, and to some extent it is.
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Cooper Lane Turner would like to say a special welcome to his new brother, Casen Lee Turner, born on his big brother's birthday, May 23. Casen weighed in at 9 pounds, 10 3/4 ounces. Proud parents are Cody and Haley Turner of Fort Worth. Grandparents are Jerry and Dixie Turner of San Saba and Bob and Stella Valdez of Fort Worth and Bill Lamb of Burleson.
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Steve and Ricci Jones along with big brother Rance Siler, announce the healthy arrival of their newest family member, Sydni Rae Jones. She was born Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 12:25 p.m. at Shannon Hospital in San Angelo. She came into this world weighing eight pounds and six ounces and was 20 1/4 inches long.
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By: Carolyn McDowell, CEA-FCS San Saba County
A colorful four part plate, similar to a pie chart, with a side portion of dairy, replaces the 19 year old food guide pyramid. Its purpose is to help Americans make wise choices to eat the correct mix and portions of foods. The Choose My Place icon was released on June 2, 2011.
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On Father’s Day, boys and girls in foster care often face bad memories or no memory of their biological fathers. Removed from their homes due to evidence of abuse or neglect, foster children often lack consistent father figures. Instead they have often seen bad examples of behavior.
This Father’s Day and every day, men and women give their time to CASA for the Highland Lakes Area as Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteers who are paired with children to speak ...
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Charley & Kay Carney are celebrating 50 years of marriage this week. They were married June 17, 1961, at the First United Methodist Church in San Saba. During the years that followed, Charley and Kay moved around frequently while Charley worked construction in and around the U.S., as well as overseas in Venezuela, Iran, South Korea, South Africa, and Indonesia.
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The 74
The biggest PRCA rodeo in west Texas. Featuring stock from 7 time PRCA Stock Contractor of the Year Stace Smith, and many top ranked cowboys.
The featured entertainment will be the Kevin Fowler & Kyle Bennett on Friday, June 17
th Coleman PRCA Rodeo will be held on Thursday, June 16th through Saturday June 18th, at the Coleman Rodeo Grounds.
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The San Saba County Commissioners Court met on Monday, June 13th at 9 a.m. in the County Judge’s Chambers. Commissioner Rickey Lusty conducted the meeting in the absence of County Judge Byron Theodosis. Lusty called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone to the court. Commissioner Kenley Kroll gave the invocation followed by everyone joining for the pledges to the American and Texas flags.
David Williams and Ann McElroy, members of the San Saba County Historical Commission, ...
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Democratic Women’s Association of Lampasas
Senior Adult Fun Day -
Father’s Day Brisket Plates
PandaMania Vacation Bible School
Fellowship of Christian Women
Search of the Stars
Wipeout Cancer -
HOT Co-Ed Softball Tournament
Family Council of Eventide Nursing Home
Impact 2000 Plus Fireworks Display
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Next Thursday, June 23rd, Fellowship of Christian Women are planning to gather in the fellowship hall of the Parkview Baptist Church for the June luncheon at 11:30 a.m. We are featuring Summer Casseroles and Cakes and will be treating our ladies in their 30’s. Please bring a casserole or a cake to share around the serving tables.
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Kay Lynn Scott has owned the Performance Talent Studio for over 20 years, where she teaches vocals, acting, and pageant skills. For five of those years she was a licensed talent agent. Her students and clients have appeared in feature films, mini series, made for TV movies, commercials, music videos, print work, and won state and national competitions and pageants.
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Dear Editor,
Threats to Poor Rural Schools Endanger Us All
The rapid growth in the state’s largest metropolitan areas has led to much discussion and analysis among demographers, politicians and media pundits. There’s no debating that the face of Texas is changing. And change can be good when embraced in the right way; it can lead to all sorts of opportunities and vault us from strength to strength.
But seemingly lost am ...
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Mark Scott is a singer, song-writer, producer, and engineer and owns NLM Music Studio &Publishing Company. He has over 40 years experience in the music business. Mark has recorded 14 singles and 2 albums, and has written songs that have been recorded by other artists including; a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Hank Thompson.
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The First United Methodist Church in San Saba invites all children ages 4 through 6
A summer kids’ event called PandaMania will be hosted at the First United Methodist Church from Monday, June 20th to Friday, June 24
Kids at PandaMania will join nearly a million children sharing God’s love with other children throughout Latin America.
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Submitted by Linda Harvell
The members of Parkview will be hosting their first Senior Adult Fun Day on Saturday, June 18, 10 am – 3 pm. Plans are to have a Fun Day the third Saturday of each month. We want to provide a place that the elderly in our community can gather for fellowship and encouragement.
All senior adults are invited to join us for a Fun Day filled with board games, dominoes, crafts, gospel music, devotionals, good fellowship and a delicious home cooked meal at noon.
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Dress in your best pirate attire and win a prize this week-end at the LanTex as Main Street presents "Pirates of the Caribbean, On Stranger Tides" June 17 at 7:30 and June 18 at 4:00 and 7:30. We will give a prize to the best adult and 12 and under at each performance.
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Submitted by Lodge Secretary
On Saturday, June 4th, San Saba Masonic Lodge No. 612 voted to accept the petition from the members of Richland Springs Lodge No. 882, requesting for their Lodge to become one with San Saba Lodge. Worshipful Master Dewey Mack Cason hand carried the petition and other paperwork to the Grand Lodge in Waco and submitted them for final approval.
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Submitted by Lodge Secretary
On Saturday, June 4th, San Saba Lodge elected the following officers for the Masonic year: Jan K. Huffstetler - Worshipful Master, Dewey Mack Cason - Senior Warden, John D. "Dusty" Rhoades, Douglas H. Merritt - Treasurer and Ross J. Cox, Sr. - Secretary. Officers appointed were: Joe R. Ragsdale - Chaplain, Benton W.
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The police cruiser, lights flashing blue, red, bright against the black and white of its painted body sits poised at the head of the line waiting to kick off a Texas tradition. I can see the light color of Dwayne/Bubba Shaw’s cowboy hat standing out in the bright sun behind the wheel and I know our parade is in caring hands.
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It is difficult to really explain Sue in a few words and actually do her justice, but to put it simply, she is a driven, kind, hard working, compassionate employee that never has an unkind word to say about anyone or anything, is easy going, never complaining, always prompt, dependable, and you can count on her to do the right thing.
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The Today’s Girl Youth Organization will perform a community service activity benefiting Isiah Thorp on Saturday, June 25, 2011 from 5PM – 8PM at the San Saba Civic Center. Isiah was injured in a terrible 4-wheeler accident, and was in intensive care for several days. He is facing more surgery in July.
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Receipts totaled 7851 head for the week. The demand was good with a lot of light calves and older cows being sold due to the dry weather. The stocker steers and heifers sold steady to $2 higher with the bigger feeder steers and heifers selling $2 lower on a very limited test.
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Born: April 22, 1928 in Richland Springs, Texas
Died: June 9, 2011 in Garland, Texas
Preceded in death by: Parents: William Dudley Page, Georgia Eugenia Page
Life partner: Grace Moran
Survived by:Bonnie Neal Page
Sister: Billie George McKinnerney
Kids: Ginny Straley and Dena Kaye Woods
Niece: Judy Womack and spouse Tom
Nephews: Gayland McKinnerney and spouse Chris, Dale McKinnerney and spouse Terry
Adopted family: Johnny ...
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Forrest Dale Parmer, 88, died Thursday, June 9, 2011, at Scott and White Hospital in Temple. He was born December 24, 1922, to Mildred Leigh Kirby Parmer and John Lawson Parmer in their Lometa home on the old 70 Ranch, a ranch now listed for having been owned and worked as a ranch by the same family for over 100 years.
Dale graduated from Lometa High School attended Tarleton State on a tennis scholarship and began business studies at the University of Texas.
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Oran Bates, 81, of Harker Heights, Texas formerly of San Saba, Texas passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at Indian Creek Nursing Home in Harker Heights. Oran was born on October 8, 1929 in San Saba to Doc Elbert Bates and Iva Lela Prickett Bates. Oran was a Laborer and was a member of the Baptist church.
Oran is survived by his wife, Avis Bates of Harker Heights; sons, Gregg Cooley of Harker Heights; Oran Bates Jr.
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By: Don Fowler, RSISD Superintendent
As we end the journey on another school year, we need to stop and reflect what makes this community such a great place. The success of our students has energized many supporters who have done many good things for our programs and school. Caring citizens who give of their time and talents in support of students involved in both academic and extracurricular activities make all of our programs successful.
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Anaya, Marissa V
Braja, Kaylie C
Casco, Jairo E
Christian, Allison N
Cisneroz, Mikayla
Eden, Mikayla E
Ellis, Kolton K
Haverland, Joely L
Hibler, TJ
Isham, Kristen M
Jimenez, Morgan N
Krueger, Aaron R
Krueger, Ashton E
Martinez, Jacey M
Nettleship, Allison N
Ortiz, Maria N
Ramirez, Jessica J
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