February 4, 2010

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of San Saba committee is hosting an informational party on Tuesday, February 9th at 5:30 p.m. at the San Saba Church of Christ Fellowship Building (201 West Wallace Street) to share with community members the importance of Relay For Life in the fight against cancer.

The Freemasons of San Saba Masonic Lodge No. 612 will hold their stated meeting on Saturday evening, February 6th. A meal of meat loaf will be provided by Past Master Neal A. Watt. Supper will be served at 6:30 p.m. Members are asked to bring a complimentary covered side dish, bread, salad or dessert.

Haustin Burkhart (SR) was recognized on 1st Team offense at Spreadback. Haustin was also selected on the All West Texas Football Super Team at Utility Back. Denim Reeves (SOPH) was recognized on the 2nd Team offense at Wide Receiver. Randy Couch (SR) was recognized on the 2nd Team defense at Noseguard. Stephen Fowler (JR) was recognized on the 2nd Team defense at Safety. Stephen was also selected on the All West Texas Football Super Team at Defensive B ...

Tickets are on sale now for the 2nd Annual San Saba Awards Recognition Banquet to be held March 11, 2010. We're having a big 50's party!! The theme of this year's banquet is "Let's Go to the Hop!" One lucky person at the banquet will win a "Carnival Cruise for 2, with stops in Cozumel, Progresso, and More!! Tickets are available at City Hall for $10 from 8:00 a.m.

Al Hamrick was born in San Saba in 1951. His dad, Taylor Hamrick was in the Air Force at the time. Al grew up and lived in several places around the U.S. and finally moved back to San Saba and bought a home in 1999. Al had a trucking company at the time and spent the next 4 years over the road.

Ashley Gomez is Eventide Nursing Home Employee of the Month for January. 1. What do you feel is the most unappreciated common convenience? Having a job to go to. 2. Other than appearance, what is the 1st thing people notice about you? My happiness. 3. Best life skill? Being the mother of two boys. 4.

Civil Air Patrol, the volunteer civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force, is recruiting members for the Cadet program in Fredericksburg.　 The Fredericksburg Cadet Squadron started in October 2005, and another Basic Cadet Training class is now forming. Young men and women from the ages of 12 to 18 receive training in leadership, aerospace,emergency　services,　basic military drill　and　discipline.　　　　　　　　 There will be an orientation session for interes ...

Hill Country RSVP volunteer statistics for July 2009 through December 2009 for the RSVP volunteers in San Saba County indicated 13,035 hours of service to the community in the service categories indicated in the accompanying chart. Contributions based on minimum wage scale @ $7.25 an hour, amounted to $ 94,503.75 in donated revenue for the county.

LCRA is seeking public input on its draft Water Supply Resource Plan, a 90-year plan focused on meeting water needs in the lower Colorado River basin. Individuals can give input by attending an upcoming meeting or by completing an online form at www.lcra.org/watersupply. "LCRA is planning water supply for future generations,"

To All San Saba County Residents: In the Notice of Public Hearing concerning the creation of an Emergency Services District in San Saba County that was published recently, there was an error regarding the date. Please note that the date for the public hearing is Tuesday, February 16, 2010, at 6:00pm.

Dear Editor, On Tuesday, January 26, 2010, the Department of State Health Services brought a free H1N1 clinic to San Saba County. By the end of the day, approximately 75 people (adults and children) had received their ‘swine flu’ shot and those numbers are good. But this letter is to thank all the volunteers that gave of their time to help with the clinic and while there is always the chance that I might leave someone out, it will only be due to my bad memory a ...

I was greatly disappointed in the San Saba News and Star when I learned of their refusal to print the letter to the editor that George Amthor wrote entitled "WAKE UP AMERICA". He hit the nail on the head, and if we don't wake up and do something real soon we are headed for disaster.

Miss Christine Michele Manning and (Marcus) Lane Garrett were joyfully united in marriage on January 19, 2010, at 2 o'clock in the afternoon in Brownwood, Texas. Christine is the daughter of Jeff and Susie Sloan of San Saba, Texas, and Curt and Carolyn Manning of Okemos, Michigan. She is the granddaughter of Pat and James Reavis of San Saba, Texas, and Jacqueline and Clark Manning, Sr., of Westchester, Pennsylvania.

Kerrville Performing Arts Society’s next live event, "American Big Band", will bring to life the Big Band Era in America. In this new theatrically-staged, costumed and choreographed production by award winning producer Matt Davenport, 20 singers, dancers and musicians bring the Big Band story to life featuring the greatest highlights of the last 80 years of Big Band music in America.

The question of whether 345kV transmission lines will cut across the heart of San Saba County has moved closer to a decision. Oncor, the company that would build and operate the lines, defended Route 255 (its preferred route) at a hearing that was held in Austin during the week of January 11th.

In recognition of his abilities and dedication to Law Enforcement, Sergeant Bucky Boswell has been promoted to Criminal Investigations Division Investigator in the Llano County Sheriff’s Department. Bucky graduated from San Saba High School in 1995. He has a life-long dedication to public service joining the San Saba Volunteer Fire Department where he achieved qualification in Swift Water Rescue and served as an Assistant Fire Chief.

Terry and Linda Smith of San Saba, Texas are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly Smith, to Stefan Hunt, son of Melvin and Reta Hunt, also of San Saba. Both Kimberly and Stefan are 2006 graduates of San Saba High School and both graduated from Texas Tech University in 2009.

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. San Saba, under the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) jurisdiction, is required for each food establishment to have one certified food manager on site. Many of you have already received a letter from the Texas Department of State Heal ...

AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) warns Unemployment Insurance (UI) claimants to be aware of unscrupulous business operators who may try to charge a fee to file unemployment claims. Filing for benefits through TWC is and always has been free. Claimants who sign on for so-called fee-for-filing scams could later discover unemployment claims were never filed on their behalf.

REV.13:5-8 "And there was given unto him a mouth speaking great things and blasphemies and power was given unto him to continue forty and two months. (6) And he opened his mouth in blasphemies against GOD, to blapheme HIS name, and HIS tabernacle, and them that dwell in heaven. (7) And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them and power was given unto him over kindreds, and tongues, and nations.

Every parent knows that some times kids won’t eat new foods, but that doesn’t mean that they will never eat that food. Kids change their minds often so if you offer that same food again they may decide they like it, gobble it up and ask for seconds. It is good to encourage a child to try new foods.

Recently, an earthquake has destroyed Port au Prince Haiti. The 7.1 quake tore down homes and buildings and has displaced numerous people. It’s hard for us to imagine the magnitude of the destruction that has taken place. There is no electricity, food, water or medical supplies. People have been buried alive as buildings have collapsed.

50 years ago - January 21, 1960 Since November 1, Jim Warner, the government trapper, has caught three wolves, one bobcat, 12 red fox and 33 gray fox. These animals were trapped in the vicinity of Cat Claw community, Cherokee and Locker. Judge Thomas C. Ferguson presided at court here last Friday, January 15, when two civil cases were heard.

We have been having more winter weather along with 4.7 inches of rain out at Elm Grove. Tuesday is Groundhog Day. I am pretty sure we are in for at least six more weeks of winter weather whether that old groundhog sees his shadow or not. Spring officially arrives on March 20th.

Reading recommendations: Real Life Preparing for the Seven Most Challenging Days of Your Life, Dr. Phil McGraw. There are certain days in life that stand out because they bring the toughest experiences that you or someone you love will ever face. Encountering these days can feel like hitting a brick wall, but while they can change your life, they do not have to ruin it.

A monk took a young man for a boat ride, but gave him the oars. But he complained, "I'm going around in circles. Why?" "You're using only one oar," said the monk. As in boating, so in believing; use two oars-Prayer and Work. Before our Lord raised Lazarus from the dead, He said, "Take away the stone."

It was played in ancient times and in 2006 generated over 90 billion dollars in gross revenues in the United States. There are slot machines, roulette wheels, dice tables, cards and the lottery. Then we move on to animals like horses, dogs, and even chickens. Another big betting avenue is any sporting events like football, soccer, basketball and the list goes on.

If you've been out in the early evening lately, perhaps you've noticed Jupiter, which has been dominating the evening sky the past several months, now sinking closer to the setting Sun in the west. And if you turned around and looked behind you, perhaps you've also noticed another star rising after dark and dominating the sky in the east, that "star"

An elderly couple strolls through the park hand in hand. We watch. It’s better by far to be a couple walking together clasping hands. Similarly, it’s not enough to carefully observe God’s love. We must also experience it. On one side, "God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us"

Not much news from around the Bend this week, think it must have been washed away with all of the rain. This last week, everyone in the county received rain and more rain. Four inches was received at the Bend and all of the tanks overflowed. The cold wet weather was hard on the livestock, but putting out extra cubes and hay helped them to make it okay.

Keeping mind, soul and body together is a worthy lifetime goal. A challenge in advancing years is to ignore age, when possible. (Love that welcome sign in Florida: "where mid-life begins at 70.") To frame the moment, a few nights ago I was immersed in TV political analysis. A "talking head" described Martha Coakley’s futile senatorial campaign: "I wouldn’t call it a Hindenburg campaign or a Titanic campaign.

The Australian Open is over and the Men’s Final was a superb match. I think what has impressed me over the years watching Roger Federer is his awesome sportsmanship. He is a class act. No, in your face looks or actions; his racquet speaks for him. I hope my tennis players took the time to watch some of his match.

Health care is a hot-button issue for most Americans, including Texans living in rural areas. Many of our farmers and ranchers face serious challenges in acquiring adequate preventative and emergency care. Compared to urban areas, most rural communities lack critical access to health care facilities, primary care physicians and other medical professionals. Reportedly, only about 10 percent of physicians practice in rural areas nationwide.

We know that it is might near impossible to be able to pen one of these columns without bringing up the weather. Most city folks don’t know it, but we are all extremely dependant upon the weather and those of us involved in Agriculture and other outside activities stay pretty well aware of it.

Receipts totaled 4285 head for the week. The market was strong and very active with stocker heifers selling $3 to $5 higher and heifers with good condition selling $10 higher. Stocker steers sold $3 to $5 higher. Feeder steers were selling $2 to $3 higher while feeder heifers sold $1 higher.

Elo Raymond Henniger of Lampasas, age 98 years, 11 months, and 12 days, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2010. He was born February 18, 1911, to Richard and Hedwig Henniger in Shelby, Austin County, Texas. Elo married Lillie Stammann in October, 1932. He was a farmer, rancher, and pecan grower in San Saba county for over 60 years. He is survived by his only daughter, Lucille Underwood of Austin, and her fiancé Weymon Saul, three grandchildren, D’Ann Underwood Santos and ...

Emily Jo Linzey passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2010 in Austin. She was born July 1, 1927 in Lometa, Texas to the union of Ben Daniel and Oma Lee Coleman. Jo married Homer Lee Linzey on May 4, 1946, in Lometa, Texas, and lived in San Saba, Texas for over 50 years.

Monday morning the University Interscholastic League announced the biennial reclassification and realignment. The schools were grouped by enrollment numbers turned into the UIL in October 2009. San Saba turned in an enrollment of 203. Based on the numbers from the previous realignment, this meant the Armadillos could be either a large 1A or small 2A school.

The Armadillos had a better week of basketball last week. On January 26, the Dillos hosted the Brady Bulldogs to begin the second round of District play. At the time of this game, Brady was tied with Comanche for the District lead with a record of 5-1. Even though we fell short, it never ceases to amaze me at how these boys continue to give their best effort day in and day out.

The junior high basketball teams traveled to Cherokee on Monday and will play in the junior high district tournament at Eden on February 4 and 6. The district tournament will be the end of the junior high basketball season. Track practice begins the following week. Boys’ basketball coach Shawn Rogers and the varsity boys’ basketball team are leading the district race with a 12-1 start (7-0 in district).

On Saturday, the San Saba High School Power lifting team competed in the Dublin meet. The team increased in numbers and increased in weight totals from the DeLeon meet, thus showing great improvement. The San Saba Boys team finished 4th out of 25 teams and we finished above most 2A schools in the highly competitive meet and in front of most of our district opponents.

The GED test will be given at Gatesville High School - February 9 and 10 at Gatesville High in Room 22. You must register to take the test Wednesday, February 3 in Room 22 at Gatesville High from 5-7 p.m. You need to bring with you, your Texas Drivers License or State or Federal Photo ID, Social Security card, and $65.

The San Saba Lady Dillos went one and one in District play last week as they defeated the Brady Lady Bulldogs and suffered a hardfought overtime loss to the Early Lady Horns. As of right now in District play we’re 8-2 overall and in a first place tie with Early.

You just had to be there! The tension, the excitement, the biting of lips, the screaming and yelling, the roar of the fans was unbelievable as the Richland Springs Coyotes defeated the Paint Rock Indians 71 to 69 in the THIRD overtime Friday night, January 29, in the packed Coyote gymnasium in Richland Springs. Early on the Coyotes took an eight point lead, only to quickly work themselves into a deficit of four points, giving the Paint Rock Indians the encouragement they needed to ke ...

Mark your calendar today to participate in The Scholastic Book Fair being hosted by the San Saba Elementary Library! The Fair will be open Monday through Friday, February, 8-12, 8 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. If you are a parent, friend or grandparent of an elementary student, make your plans now to stop by and enjoy the excitement of this annual event which focuses on encouraging students to read. Each student who brings an adult to the library during Tuesday’s Family Night Event f ...

8th Grade A Honor Roll: Allison Christian, Mikayla Eden, Kolton Ellis, Allison Nettleship, Nickie Ortiz, Jaden Pringle, Brian Rogers, Dylan Rosales, Candace Saldivar, Jennifer Watkins, Jordan Watson, 8th Grade A & B Honor Roll: Brandon Amstead, Marissa Anaya, Jose Argote, Kaylie Braja, Elizabeth Bryant, Dallas Caldwell, Jairo Casco, Mikayla Cisneroz, Josie Dawson, Cosme Diaz, Jonathan Estrada, Wesley Gates, Joely Haverland, Gunnar Hibler, T.J.

February 01, 2010 -This week is an important week that dictates a great deal of our student travel for the next two school years. On Monday, February 1, 2010 the UIL Realignment was revealed. Jeff Pannell, Athletic Director and I went to San Angelo for the announcement and Tony Taylor, Girls Coordinator and High School Principal, Harper Stewart went to Waco to receive the announcement.