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Congratulations to Chad Coburn who was awarded the Distinguished Agent Award, the highest professional rank of County Extension Agent in January of this year. Chad received this in recognition of exemplary performance, professionalism, accomplishment, and leadership and dedication in the career of County Extension Agent. Submitted by Glenda McGehee

Congratulations to Chad Coburn who was awarded the Distinguished Agent Award, the highest professional rank of County Extension Agent in January of this year. Chad received this in recognition of exemplary performance, professionalism, accomplishment, and leadership and dedication in the career of County Extension Agent. Submitted by Glenda McGehee

Congratulations to Chad Coburn

San Saba ISD Board of Trustees cut tax rate

On August 31, 2022, at a special called board meeting, the San Saba ISD School Board met to finalize the 2021-2022 budget and to adopt the 20222023 budget for the district. The board held several budget discussions throughout the summer.

Notes from the Spring Creek Arts Guild

By Cathy Ledbetter Toward a Brighter Future My friend told me about a book recently, “The Secret History of Home Economics” by Danielle Dreilinger. I immediately looked up reviews of the book and found they were mostly very good, and that the book called for a return of Home Economics.
This Photo was taken February 27, 1958, at an American Legion meeting honoring the charter members of the Wiley B. Murray Post. Front row L-R: E. P. Dyess, Otto Harkey, Jim Kelly, Buddy Joiner. Back row: Dr. C. M. Oliver, Martin Knight Carter, Monroe Carroll & Bill Perry. The San Saba Post was chartered August 13, 1919.

This Photo was taken February 27, 1958, at an American Legion meeting honoring the charter members of the Wiley B. Murray Post. Front row L-R: E. P. Dyess, Otto Harkey, Jim Kelly, Buddy Joiner. Back row: Dr. C. M. Oliver, Martin Knight Carter, Monroe Carroll & Bill Perry. The San Saba Post was chartered August 13, 1919.

Legion Post No. 27 elects new officers

The veterans of the Wiley B. Murray Post No. 27 met Thursday, September 8th, at the legion hall in San Saba for their stated meeting. Eighteen people were in attendance.

Do We Really Take the Time?

I remember the time my wife and children really surprised me at Christmas. They all got together and bought me a small digital camera. My wife taught me how to turn it on, and I briefly looked at the instruction manual but never took the time to read it carefully.
October 1, 1953–TO LEAD BAND––Drum Major Gordon Clark and Majorettes Barbara Shaw (left), Jo Garrett and Bobbie Locker will pace the San Saba High School Band at the football games Friday nights in its performances between halves. San Saba is expected to field a marching band of about 30 members.

October 1, 1953–TO LEAD BAND––Drum Major Gordon Clark and Majorettes Barbara Shaw (left), Jo Garrett and Bobbie Locker will pace the San Saba High School Band at the football games Friday nights in its performances between halves. San Saba is expected to field a marching band of about 30 members.

Down Memory Lane

From the San Saba News & Star Archives 99 Years Ago September 6, 1923 Cold drinks, Ice Cream, Fruits and Cigars at–––MOTHER'S CAFE. Mrs. Shelby Walker and daughter, Miss Mary Roe Walker, have returned to their home in Long Beach, Cal.

GigiPop

Associate Pastor Alvino Valdez, San Saba's First Baptist Church My wife and I enjoy being great-grandparents (emphasis on great). It is one of the most fun and rewarding times of our lives. We love spending time with our kids, and grandkids.

Seeds of Hope

Michael A. Guido Metter, Georgia A young minister and a seasoned pastor were talking about serving the Lord. 'When you were first beginning your ministry and were my age, what was your greatest desire?' he asked. 'To know the Scriptures and understand them to the best of my ability.