February 26, 2009

The San Saba County Commissioners’ Court met Monday, February 23rd at 2:00 p.m. in the County Judge’s Chambers. Judge Byron Theodosis called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone in attendance. Roger McGehee gave the invocation followed by everyone joining for the pledges to the American and Texas flags. The Commissioners approved a Resolution in Precinct 1 to bury an electrical line under County Road 204. Two representatives from West Central Wireless presented a proposal for a cell ...

The Richland Springs Board of Trustees are taking immediate action to try to avert financial troubles that might have disastrous consequences for the school district. RSISD Superintendent Travis Winn has announced that at the February 16th school board meeting, the Richland Springs Trustees called a bond election to refinance the lease-purchase on the school cafetorium.

San Saba EMS Volunteers are a familiar sight around town. Sometimes you see them in stores, in restaurants, at work, or even in Church, in their uniforms. That’s because staffing two ambulances full time...24/7/365...takes a lot of people. Actually, for two ambulances, there are 4,380twelve hour shifts per year. If San Saba City/County had to pay ALL these volunteers $15.00 per hour per shift, it would be quite costly...Do the Math! San Saba county would be hit hard without an EMS service.

At the February Regular Monthly meeting of the San Saba ISD, the School Board of Trustees voted unanimously to offer the position of Athletic Director and Head Football Coach to Jeff Pannell. Pannell has worked for SSISD since August, 2005. Pannell brings to the position a wealth of athletic knowledge.

Court Appointed Special Advocates called on Texas lawmakers for money needed to recruit and train volunteers who will serve an additional 4,000 Texas foster children. CASA leaders say that they know money is tight, but in tough economic times, more children are abused and neglected and will enter the foster care system, increasing the need for CASA volunteers to help them.

The Mason Country Opry will be held on Thursday, February 26, at the Odeon Theater in downtown Mason. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. and tickets will be available at the door. Chuck Jennings, from the Tony Douglas and Boxcar Willie Shows will be the featured entertainer. Jennings honed his interest in music by listening to the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday night after working all week in the family saw mill.

Now back in Colony where me and Dewayne grew up, Church on Sundays was not an optional form of entertainment. On Sundays it was the only form of entertainment we had available. We knew we’d be there if the doors were open. Ours was a small close knit community and people just did stuff like that.

A Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes educational program is being offered by the San Saba County Extension Office beginning March 2nd, at Rylander Library. The class is free to the public and will last from 5:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. for six consecutive Monday’s (March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30) Registration is required and will be limited to the first 25 people who call the San Saba County Extension office at 372-5416. The primary goal of the class is to help participants learn how to manage their meal pla ...

Signups for free CTC computer and Internet classes are now being taken for Goldthwaite, San Saba, and Brady and now in Evant! The classes in Evant will be March 24th at the First National Bank Community Room on 115 S. Memory Lane.There are also some seats still available in the February classes in Brady. Classes will be held at the following locations: Goldthwaite- Central Texas Telephone Cooperative and Central Texas Communications Customer Service Center at 1011 Reilly Street.

Duke and Michelle Lindsey are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Kari, to Tyler Owen, son of Tammy and Randy Henderson of Cherokee and Les Owen of Los Molinos, California. Kari is a 2004 graduate of San Saba High School and a 2008 graduate of Texas A&M University, where she earned her B.S.

The Live Oak EEC Club met February 16, 2009. Meeting called to order by Dorothy Gage. Eleven members answered roll call by naming their favorite pharmacy. There were two guests present. Treasurer's report was given and minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. We voted to make more angels as one of our fundraisers. The May Event was discussed.

Johnie Shahan has served on the San Saba Volunteer Fire Department for 18 years. He was Fire Chief from 1991 to 1992 and currently holds the position of Captain. In addition to being actively involved in the ongoing training within the fire department, he has attended Fire School at Texas A&M University, Star Rescue Veritcal Rope Training and National Cave Rescue Commission Cave Rescue.

If at home: • If you have a tornado safe room or engineered shelter go there immediately. • Go at once to a windowless, interior room; storm cellar; basement; or lowest level of the building. • If there is no basement, go to an inner hallway or a smaller inner room without windows, such as a bathroom or a closet. • Get away from the windows. • Get under a piece of sturdy furniture such as a workbench or heavy table or desk and hold on to it. • Use arms to protect head and neck ...

The Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking vendors to participate in the annual Bloomin' Fest on Saturday April 4, 2009 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The festival will offer information on springtime gardening, and feature gardening exhibitors, arts and crafts vendors, and food booths. The festival will begin at 9:00 a.m.

The Wallace Creek Extension Education Club met February 19, 2009 at the Rylander Library. President, Lynn Blankenship called the meeting to order. The TEEA Creed was recited. Afterwards the members answered the roll call, "Name Your Favorite Leader and Why". The minutes were read and corrected. Imogene Hawkins gave the treasurer's report.

2 CORINTHIANS 11:14-15 "And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works." There is great confusion in our world today concerning the Antichrist.

Preparing for disaster helps everyone in the family accept the fact that disasters do happen, and that they can do something about it. Families should work together to identify and collect the resources needed to meet basic needs during and after disaster. When people feel prepared, they cope better. Take the following actions with your family to get prepared: Get Informed · Call your local emergency management office 325/372-8570 or local American Red Cross chapter 325/646-0196 and ask abo ...

Systemic fluoride, or fluoride that is actually consumed either by drinking (naturally or chemically) fluoridated water or by taking a fluoride supplement, helps teeth and bones become and stay healthy and strong. For tooth health, fluoride replaces a softer form of a naturally occurring chemical with a fluoridated version that is much stronger.

Recently I have been reading through the Old Testament and have read again of the sacrifices that had to be offered to God. The one thing that was interesting was the blood that was shed. Twice a day, morning and evening, there were sacrifices offered. These sacrifices had to be without blemish (no defects).

45 Years Ago Feb. 24, 1964 •The Yard of the Month award for the month of February was given to Mr. and Mrs. B.J. Morrison at 1502 W. Commerce. •Plans have been made to add an educational wing to the present building of the First Presbyterian Church in San Saba. Construction is to begin as soon as finances are made available. •The Director of the Texas Department of Public Safety announced today that more stingent provisions of the State's safety responsibility law, requiring drivers a ...

We still have had no rain to report. I know the Lord knows what He is doing and will send us rain in His time. Every day brings us one day closer to the much needed moisture. I completely forgot to report on the Busy Bee quilters last week. There were six members present including, Fay and Gloria Lusty, Marilyn Miller, Irene Hammett, Carol Orr and Grace Hardman.

Reading Recommendations: American Son, My Story, Oscar De La Hoya with Steve Springer The son of Mexican born parents, Oscar "The Golden Boy" De La Hoya has had an astonishing career. From boxing to business, from the recording industry to the charitable accomplishments to his foundation, his success is a testament to what one can achieve in the United States.

We hear a lot of folks beginning to be a bit more vocal in complaining about our weather. That can be fairly normal, especially if you are “country” folks, as are most of us around these parts. It is fairly normal to howl & rail at the wind, but damning the drought has been a major subject of most folks complaints the past several months.

Letter to the Editor: Congratulations to the Lady Dillos! San Saba is so proud of your accomplishments and your character and your victories! Last week I submitted a story about the first All District Lady Dillo team and in my excitement I made a very big error that I want to take this opportunity to correct.

Recently my wife and I went to visit our son and our new daughter-in-law for a few days. While we were there we noticed some signs telling of a gem and rock show that was in town. So, one afternoon my wife and I went to see it. They had stones and gems from all over the world and in every size, shape and color.

It seems that this month is flying by and we are about as busy as we can stand right now. The field deputies are handling all the calls and are still generating new cases which result from patrol. Traffic contacts lead to all kinds of cases, with the most frequent being DWI's, narcotics, and illegal weapons.

Act 4:10 Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole. Act 4:11 This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner.

In Psalm 110:1, God the Father says to His Son, “Sit at My right hand.” In fulfillment of this prophesy, Christ ascended bodily into heaven. He “has taken His seat at the right hand of the majesty in the heavens” (Hebrews 8:1). The apostle Peter then made this proclamation to the citizens of Jerusalem: “God has made Him both Lord and Christ” (Acts 2:36). There are many kings and many lords but Jesus Christ is Lord over all.

I’m betting everyone is as disappointed as I am that all that beautiful rain went around us again! We had a little mist kiss, but nothing to help this parched land. I suspect that it does not bode well for summer grasses. We need God to give us a good frog strangling rain!

Receipts totaled 1579 head for the week. Choice 500 to 600 weight steers sold $3 to $4 higher with the lighter weight stockers selling steady compared to last weeks increase. Stocker heifers sold steady to $2 lower. Feeder steers and heifers sold $2-$3 lower after the dip in the futures market on Tuesday and Wednesday.

R & R Turkey Co, Cherokee, Texas, own three bulls listed in the Spring 2009 Sire Evaluation Report published by the American Angus Association in Saint Joseph, Mo. Issued in both the spring and fall, the new report features the latest performance information available on 5,175 sires, and is currently accessible at www.angussiresearch.com. "This report provides both Angus breeders and commercial cattle producers using Angus genetics with accurate, predictable selection tools for improving their ...

San Saba, Texas - Feb. 20, 2009 - Trey Stoneham, Acting Executive Director of USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) in San Saba County reminds agricultural producers of the need for insurance coverage for crops in order to be eligible for the agency's Disaster Assistance Programs. Application closing dates for coverage in San Saba County are: Cantaloupes 3/15/2009; Peas 3/15/2009; Sesame 3/15/2009; Sorghum Forage (Sudan) 3/15/2009; Watermelon 3/15/2009. Producers must purchase at least catastrophic ...

Kenny Alcorn, 46, of Burnet, passed away Friday, February 20, 2009 at his residence. He was born September 11, 1963 in Dallas, the son of Frank Alcorn and Pearl Sutton. On October 20, 1984 Kenny Alcorn and Terri Emery were married in Bend. He attended the Baptist Church. Kenny is survived by his wife, Terri Emery Alcorn of Burnet; his father, Frank Alcorn of Lampasas; his son, Jeffrey Alcorn of Burnet; his daughter, Courtney Alcorn of Burnet; his brother, Charles Alcorn and his wife, Gloria of ...

Ladell Keeney, 87, of San Saba passed away Monday, February 16, 2009 at Brownwood Regional Medical Center. Ladell was born November 27, 1921 in Babyhead, the daughter of Lloyd Fleming and Emma Beasley Fleming. On December 5, 1945 Douglas Keeney and Ladell Fleming were married in San Antonio, Texas. She attended the Methodist Church. Ladell is survived by one son, Radow Keeney and his wife, Cathy of Jarrell; one daughter, Linda Linn and her husband, Ronnie of Alamogordo, N.M.; five grandchildre ...

Linda E. Welch, 66, of Brownwood passed away Sunday, February 15, 2009 at Brownwood Regional Medical Center. She was born the daughter of Cameron H. Gustafason and Myrtle E. Bean Gustafason, on December 20, 1942 in Meridian, Texas. She attended the Lutheran Church. Linda is survived by three sons, Barry Dean Denton of Brooksmith; Robert Cameron Denton of Granite Shoals; Steven Mathew Welch and his fiance' Delaina English of Brownwood; one daughter, Patty Watkins and her husband, Kenneth of Gra ...

Peggy Nell Earls, 69, of Austin departed peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2009. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of our mother. Mom was an avid reader and a fabulous seamstress who loved life. She expressed her creativity through many avenues including jewelry making, gardening and baking.

Virginia Anne Weatherby Parker, 60, of San Saba, Texas, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2009 at her residence. She was born on December 15, 1948, in San Saba, the daughter of Bert Weatherby and Nelda Lewis Weatherby. She was born on her mother’s birthday and named after her grandmothers, Virginia Estep Lewis and Annie Weatherby.

Date Opponent Place Time Mon.-Feb. 23 Evant There 4:30 p.m. Thurs-Sat.Feb. 26-28th Hico Tournament Tues.-March 3 Goldthwaite Here 6:00 p.m. Fri.-March 6 Hamilton Here 5:30 p.m. Tues.-March 10 Dublin Here 5:30 p.m. Fri.-March 13 Bangs There 5:00 p.m. Mon.-March 16 Early There 5:00 p.m. Tues.-March 17 Brady Here 1:00 p.m. Fri.-March 27 Comanche Here 5:30 p.m. Tues.-March 31 Coleman There 5:00 p.m. Fri.-April 3 Dublin There 5:00 p.m. Tues.-April ...

Before I say anything about our last two games, let me first give out a shout out to our awesome fans!!!! You guys came out in droves last Friday night in Coleman, America and the girls and I really appreciate your spirit and support. You all are just as important as anything we do on the court.

Date: February 23rd, 2009 Place: Brownwood Country Club in Brownwood 3 players, no team due to Basketball playoffs. Team Scores Wall - 347 Brownwood - 427 Stephenville - 487 Medalists Kendra Whitten,Wall - 77 Maury McCormick, Wall -77 Madely Smith,Wall - 95 Kaitlan Benan, Wall - 95 Neely Gorel, Wall - 98 San Saba Scores 9th, Nikki Lindsey - 104 13th, Taylor Smith - 109 16th, Nina Paredez - 111

Lucy Jimenez of San Saba earned a place on the Deans Honor Roll for the fall semester at Texas State Technical College Waco. Lucy Jimenez is a student in Media Communication & Information Technology. The Deans Honor Roll recognizes the scholastic achievement of students with a grade point average of 3.5 to 3.9 for the semester. Texas State Technical College, the only state-supported technical college system in Texas, offers specialized, hands-on instructional courses at campuses in Harlingen, ...

Richland Springs High School hosted a One Act Play Festival on February 19, 20, and 21st for area high schools in their new Cafetorium. Area schools performing their UIL contest plays were these: San Saba performing Tracks, Miles performing Epic Proportions, DeLeon performing A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Junction performing The Rimers of Eldritch, Llano performing Midsummer Night’s Dream, Breckenridge performing The Lark, Goldthwaite performing Defying Gravity, Mason perf ...

February 2, 2009 Brady "A" Team San Saba Brady 1st 6 3 2nd 9 11 3rd 8 5 4th 10 6 Total 33 25 San Saba Individual Scores: J.T. Mathis-10pts; 3FG, 4-7FT Ryan Guidroz-10pts; 4FG,2-2FT Russton Ellis-4pts; 2FG Isaac Zepeda-4pts; 2FG, 0-2FT Michael McKinnerney-3pts;1FG,1-2FT Sean Argote-1pt; 1-2FT Aaron Perez-1pt; 1-2FT Coaches Comments: We played a regular zone defense and really concentrated on taking away shots in the paint. This also helped us rebound better. These two t ...

The San Saba Tennis Team played in two tournaments this past week. Some players played in the Fredericksburg JV Tournament on Thursday, February 19th and then another group played in the Copperas Cove Varsity Tournament on Friday, February 20th. The Copperas Cove tournament was probably one of the toughest tournaments we will play in all year.

BCIS II Class from San Saba ISD presents Spirit Program to Rotary Club. Pictured here are Kaitlin Bode, Kayce Ellis, Sara Sloan, Kayla Ellis, Karoline Jordan, Nicole Sears, and Rotarians Kevin Shahan and Harold Yates as they present a check in the amount of $250. The San Saba Rotarians invite others to step up and make donations to support the project.

Richland Springs ISD March 2-6 Monday Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza or Donuts, Or Cereal w/Graham Crackers, Juice Milk Lunch: Corn Dogs, Tater Tots, Ranch Style Beans, Pickles, Fruit, Milk Tuesday Breakfast: French Toast Sticks or Pancakes, Or Cereal w/Graham Crackers, Juice, Milk Lunch: Lasagna, Carrot Sticks, Salad, Fruit, Bread Sticks, Milk Wednesday Breakfast: Morning Sausage Roll Or Cereal w/Graham Crackers, Juice, Milk Lunch: Beef Nachos, Pinto Beans, Salad, Fruit, Cr ...

Each year the state of Texas celebrates Texas Public School Week. Traditionally, this recognition is held the first week of March, March 2 – 6, 2009. Due to state TAKS testing to be held this week, San Saba ISD will be celebrating Texas Public School Week March 9 - 13.

Health Effects: Although steroids do not produce a medically intoxicating effect, abuse of steroids by a growing teen can lead to serious consequences: Short-term effects: · Effects vary by individual, but general short-term negative effects for both sexes include hostility, aggression, and acne.8 · Steroids can have a magnified effect on teens since their bodies are still growing.