Bend Church plans Annual Camp Meeting for June 1-4

The 165th Methodist Camp Meeting hosted annually by members of the Bend United Methodist Church is set for June 1-4. The theme for this year’s revival is: Seeking Shalom. Services will be held at the historic Methodist Campground, located near Chappel Community at 1082 CR 432 in San Saba County.

History of The American Legion

Wiley B. Murray Post No. 27 Part 6 of 10 During the lean years of the Great Depression, the Legionnaires provided Christmas cheer and charity for the community.

Dude. Be Nice. April and May recipients

To close off this school year, San Saba’s NHS Chapter has awarded its last two recipients in their “Dude Be Nice” campaign. The award and recognition are given to members of our community that have demonstrated characteristics of kindness, humility, and respect.

This Memorial Day...

On Memorial Day, remember family and fellow veterans who’ve lost friends and loved ones Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives in military service for all of us in the United States of America.

Record funds raised at 14th Annual Catkins Ball

The 14th Annual Catkins Ball raised a record amount of money for the Community Foundation of San Saba County. Funds raised from this annual event support the Community Foundation's various projects throughout San Saba County.

Memorial Day – Its Origin

Traditional observance of Memorial Day has diminished over the years. Many Americans today have forgotten the meaning and the traditions of Memorial Day. People often confuse the day with Veterans Day (November 11th) and make mention of their sacrifice.

San Saba Fire - Rescue

Cherokee and San Saba volunteer fire departments were called to a structure fire on County Road 437 south of Cherokee in the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 23rd. Cherokee units were first on the scene, and found the home fully engulfed in flames.

The Richland Springs Report

I’ve been enjoying all the pictures posted by parents on Facebook. It seems like yesterday that I was trying to keep Keston’s Costa Rica explorations from causing major damage.

Alice in Wonder Land

Three months after Larry and I got married in Dresden, Ohio, on November 17, 1962, we moved to Memphis, Tennessee where he attended a lumber inspection school. Soon after we got there, I took a taxi to apply for work.

American Legion Post to meet on Memorial Day

Local Minister to Deliver Message The American Legion Post of San Saba will meet and hold a prayer brunch beginning 10:30 a.m. at Napoli’s Restaurant on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29th. David Easlon of the San Saba Church of Christ 2nd & Wallace will present the program.