Columns and Opinion

Cinnamon applesauce pouches recalled

Elevated levels of lead have been found in several cinnamon applesauce products, prompting a recall and a warning from the Texas Department of Health Services that children who consumed those products should be tested for lead exposure.
Voter turnout in amendment election was 14.4%

Voter turnout in amendment election was 14.4%

Voter turnout in amendment election was 14.4%

Voter turnout in the November 7 election reached 14.4% of registered voters. The good news is that is the highest turnout for a constitutional amendment election since 2005, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s office. The bad news: well, it was just 14.4% of the electorate.

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor, Methamphetamine is a potent stimulant that has the potential to cause delusions, hallucinations, and paranoia. Meth causes people to stay up late, which leads to this negative behavior. Some people might believe that methamphetamine overdose is practically unheard of.
Pfluger Votes for Israel Security Bill

Pfluger Votes for Israel Security Bill

Pfluger Votes for Israel Security Bill

November 2nd, Congressman August Pfluger voted for H.R. 6126, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. The bill provides military assistance to our great ally Israel to ensure the safe return of American citizens impacted by the attacks on Israel.
San Saba Fire - Rescue

San Saba Fire - Rescue

San Saba Fire - Rescue

The Community Foundation’s Matching Donation Program to raise money for a new fire truck for the San Saba VFD was a whopping success.
SS County Republican Party Update

SS County Republican Party Update

SS County Republican Party Update

All candidates are reminded that the Republican Primary Filing Period officially opens Saturday, November 11th. Candidates for local races may only file with the County Chairman, and I will be in the County Courthouse, accepting applications and filing fees, from 10:00 a.m. until noon that day.
It's Your Decision - You Decide

It's Your Decision - You Decide

It's Your Decision - You Decide

Voters decide if property taxes for homeowners and businesses to be cut San Saba Central Appraisal District Early voting is already in progress for the November 7 election. It includes Proposition 4 that could provide a property tax cut to homeowners and businesses.