1 Corinthians 15:50 "Now this I say brethren, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of God; neither dost corruption inherit incorruption." This scripture is a clear warning that at death our flesh bodies will rot and stink in the process of returning to the earth from which they came.

For those of you who know me, you know that I am a non-judgmental sort of soul who believes with every fiber of my being those who walk this earth are entitled to the right to be exactly who they wish to be. Such withstanding, there are those things in life I find myself questioning and a few, on occasion have sorely tested my patience enough to qualify as a bane to my existence.

Last week I went to visit a deacon in our Church. He was sitting in his front yard in the shade of some big trees drinking ice tea. He had been painting some trim and was taking a break. I asked him about their home because years ago it was just barren land.

Talli, Tori, Tommy and Kaci Morrison spent a week in Branson, MO. They seemed to have a great time. I know the girls enjoyed several shows and Silver Dollar city. Talli kept everyone informed on Facebook. Delton and Valerie McGuire had family visiting last week. Their daughters, Rachael and Katie and granddaughter, Avenlea spent several days with them. Doug and Cyndi Suggs spent some time with Rodney and Janet Tedford and daughter Janee and her five children in Temple last we ...

Jesus, on the night betrayed, is standing in Pilate’s hall. The Lamb of God, with The Head That Once Was Crowned, went to The Old Rugged Cross. Jesus Paid It All. Jesus Saves. Jesus Gave His Life A Ransom for me. Why? Because Jesus Loves Me. He Knows Just What I Need. Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee makes me want to Kneel at the Cross.

56 Years Ago June 30, 1955 　Bend - The High Valley Baptist revival closed Sunday night with large attendances most every night, with two new members by letter, Mrs. Baxter Lively and Mrs. Joe Hunt; Mrs. Robert Hicks was baptized Sunday evening. There were several families to serve dinner at church at the noon hour. Joe Scott, 80, who says he helped haul the first load of material to go into the San Saba courthouse building, came ...

The good news of the week is the rain last Tuesday night! We had .75 here in Richland and from .4 to .9 out around Elm Grove. It has been so hot with winds out of the south so most of the moisture is probably already gone. We made a trip to Ozona last Saturday and it is much drier there than we are here.

Reading Recommendations: Born Wild Tony Fitzjohn, part missionary, part madman, has been called "one of the world's most endangered creatures." An internationally renowned field expert on African wildlife, he is best known for the eighteen years he spent helping Born Free's George Adamson return of more than forty leopards and lions, including the celebrated Christian, to the wild in central Kenya. Born Wild A notorious hell-raiser given to scrapes with b ...

It’s a fairly sure bet that any of you within our reading audience need not be reminded of the unusually high temperatures that we’ve been experiencing as of late. We might have to except Gordon Hall from that list as he lives somewhere in up-state Washington. Both of the time & temperature signs showed 105 degrees at 3:30 in the afternoon earlier this week & Ol’ Baldy on the weather news reported San Saba as registering a high of 100.

During the Crimean War between Russia and Britain’s allies, the "Charge of the Light Brigade" took place in 1854. Out of approximately 600 British cavalrymen, 247 were either killed or wounded by Russian troops. Later, though, Britain would be victorious in the Crimea. After the dust had settled, the British poet Alfred Lord Tennyson would describe the allegiance of those soldiers with these words: "Theirs not to make reply,Theirs not to reason why,Theirs but to do and ...

Y Jehova respondio a Samuel: No mires a su parecer, ni a lo grande de su estatura, porque yo lo desecho; porque Jehova no mira lo que mira el hombre; pues el hombre mira lo que esta delante de sus ojos, pero Jehova mira el corazon. 1 Samuel 16:7 Que refleja su corazon?

Fiction: Smokin’ Seventeen - by Janet Evanovich Carte Blanche - by Jeffery Deaver Dog Who Came in from the Cold - by McCall Smith Misery Bay - by Steve Hamilton Fallen - by Karin Slaughter Martha - by Dian Taylor

Just before going to bed one night, a little boy called to his family in the living room, "I'm going to say my prayers. Does anybody want anything from God?" He had the right idea, for prayer is asking and receiving. A lot of people don't expect anything to happen when they pray.

July 4 is a time to wave the flag. We gladly say, "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." We pledge. We give our solemn promise.

The rain did come last week like the weatherman predicted leaving as much as an inch around the Bend. Reports of up to two inches around the Nix community. Some damage from fallen tree limbs was reported as a result of the high winds that came with the rain. The rain was good, but much more is needed.

I should be home by the time most of you get your paper. It has been a quieter week, but no rest stop by any means. My sisters and brother-in-law Dave, headed back last Tuesday. Since then the kids and I have spent some fun Granny time. I can’t say the weather has been good.

Aaron and Lori Higginbotham Uhle of Stafford, VA announce the birth of their daughter, Lauren Elyse, born May 4, 2011 at Mary Washington hospital in Fredericksburg, VA. She is welcomed home by her big sister Avery Christine, grandparents Tony and Sharon Higginbotham of Luray, VA, Tom and Gloria Uhle of Lagrangeville, NY and great-grandmother, Peggy Higginbotham of Goldthwaite, formally of San Saba.

ALL SALE AND USE OF FIREWORKS Independence Day Celebration Installment of Officers in 70th District Scholarship Roping NO Fireworks Display by Impact 2000 Plus San Saba County Historical Commission Richland Springs School Library Walker Family Reunion San Saba High School FCCLA Annual Lusty Reunion

The San Saba Museum offers free tours every Saturday and Sunday from 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm. The tours will continue through September. The museum has a fresh look, new artifacts and new interpretations of some of our most-loved exhibits. Volunteer docents will guide you through or let you wander at your own pace. Some of the changes you’ll notice include the handsome display case which was generously donated by Kelly Reavis.

Dale and Terry Rogers of San Saba and James and Kim Wilson also of San Saba are pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Tina Rogers and Aaron Wilson. The wedding and reception will be held on the evening of July 23rd at Risien Park

Nearly all of Texas is in a serious drought, and almost two-thirds of the state — including most of Central Texas and the lower Colorado River basin — is entering the summer season in exceptional drought, the most severe category. The eight months from October 2010 through May 2011 have been the driest on record for that eight-month period in Texas since 1895.

This summer, Texans are fortunate to have access to a wide variety of outdoor destinations, from crystal clear rivers and beaches to canyons and caverns, often only a short road-trip away. Though the thought of a Texas landscape will undoubtedly recall an image of a fiery summer sunset and stubborn cacti, national parks, preserves, recreation areas, and beaches in Texas boast diverse landscapes suited to many recreational activities.

MASON & SAN SABA - Receipts totaled 5980 head for the week. The demand and activity this week was very good after last weeks on feed report which showed an 11% decrease on cattle placed on feed in May along with the big drop in corn prices in the last 10 days.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has been awarded $813,068 for the first year of a potential three year grant totaling $2.4 million from the United States Department of Agriculture to improve public access to wildlife recreation on private land. The grant is funded through the USDA’s Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program, or VPA-HIP. "This grant is fabulous news for hunters, anglers, paddlers, birders and others across Texas,"

Clifford Wilson passed away in his home on June 21, 2011 a the age of 77. He will be missed by his many friends and certainly by his family. Known as "dad,"grandad, "coach" and Cliff, he lived a rich and full life. Born in San Saba the youngest of 7 children he earned his high school diploma then went to Angelo College to play football.

Tommy Turner, 57, of San Saba, TX passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2011 at Central Texas Veteran's Health Care System in Temple, TX. Tommy was born in Amarillo, TX on October 16, 1953 to Bennie and Flora Turner. In 1973 he was enlisted in the United States Marines where he proudly served his country.

The Richland Springs cafetorium hosted many events this spring. The cafetorium hosted the one act play presentation, the one act play dinner theatre, the town hall meeting for the bond election, junior/senior prom, 8 Two new teachers will be employed by the district next year to replace retirees Dr. Joseph Huckestein and Kathy Brockman.

The San Saba Ladies Golf Association met June 23, 2011 with four ladies showing up for play day, Jo Anne Hardy, Jo Ann Snow, Sandee Hartley, and Dorothy Sterner. Jo Anne Hardy gets good sport of the month, as she has hurt her knee and isn’t able to play golf but shows up on play day to call the game, as she is the Chair for June, and then comes back and joins the ladies for lunch!

It is our distinct pleasure to announce that, Maria Parades from San Saba High School is a recipient of a One Thousand Dollar ($1000) Scholarship awarded by the Association of Compensatory Educators of Texas (ACET). ACET awards scholarships to twenty graduating high school seniors throughout the State. Top applicants are chosen based on several requirements, including an essay describing how a compensatory program influenced them in their school career

San Saba Elementary will offer pre-packaged school supplies for the upcoming school year. For $25.00 we will deliver your child’s school supplies directly to his or her classroom. Backpacks and lunchboxes are not included in this offer. If you wish to place your child on the list for supplies, contact the school by July 15.

If trying to figure out the 411 (information) on 420 leaves you scratching your head, this parent tip’s for you! Because more than likely, your tween already knows that ‘420’ is a drug reference to marijuana (aka: kush, kick stick, catnip, vipe and many other ‘slang’ names that vary significantly depending on culture and community location). Parents should also know that marijuana use is on the rise among America’s youth.