State economy again expands faster than nation

The state’s economy continues to grow faster than the nation as a whole. Data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis indicates gross domestic product for Texas grew in 2023 at an annual rate of 5.7%, more than double the national average of 2.5%.

Notes from the Spring Creek Arts Guild

Working From Home When we moved our family to San Saba County nearly 20 years ago, my husband and I both left “good government jobs” to start a business. I worked at the school for the first year and thought I would stay there until I retired.

The Richland Springs Report

Our big day has come and gone. The solar eclipse didn’t bring any masses of people to Richland Springs, but San Saba had a bustling day. Mill Pond Park was packed with visitors and the stores had plenty of business. We had a perfect day to watch the eclipse.

The Idle American

Enough already. The eclipse of April 8 has been smothered with coverage by both mass and social media. Americans--some who flail at things that go “bump” in the night--yearned for even more darkness!

From the Principal’s Desk

Ecclesiastes 1:9 informs us that, “there is nothing new under the sun.” And, as an educator since 2001, I have come to realize that King Solomon knew a thing or two about repackaging when he spoke these words.

Solar eclipse means big money to Texas, and other State Capital Highlights

One economist is calling it “the most profitable 22 minutes in Texas history,” according to the Texas Standard. The total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, is expected to draw up to a million visitors to the Lone Star State, especially in its narrow path of totality.

Rural Transportation Improvement Program meetings set for April 10, 11, & 24

The TxDOT Brownwood District will be conducting a virtual public meeting, along with a series of in-person meeting opportunities, for the proposed 2025-2028 Rural Transportation Improvement Program (Rural TIP).

Paxton issues statement on conclusion of decade long political prosecution

Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following statement on March 26th: “For over a decade, my family and I have been dealing with the ongoing stress of these accusations and are relieved to finally have a resolution in this matter.

Goldthwaite Theatre to present Superhero Sanitarium

The Goldthwaite Theatre has partnered with Joyful Trading Company for ticket sales for the upcoming production of “Superhero Sanitarium” scheduled for April 12-13, at 7 p.m., and April 14, at 2 p.m.

Did You Know?

How many folks are expected to travel for the eclipse? On the VERY LOW END, 500,000 to 1.5 million into Texas alone. Why are WE expecting so many people? It’s early April which is usually not too hot, not too cold, not too humid. The bluebonnets and wildflowers are out.