Edgar T. Neal, Texas Ranger, Sheriff & Freemason

Submitted by San Saba Lodge No. 612 The following is a partial account of the life and times of Edgar T. Neal. This story will be the final chapter or Part III of the book, The Texas Rangers & the San Saba Mob.

Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board receives ASDSO Award of Merit

The Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) has been selected to receive the 2022 Association of State Dam Safety Officials (ASDSO) West Regional Award of Merit.

Hill Country Naturalist

Hill Country Oak Trees--More than Just Live Oaks How many different species of native Hill Country oaks do you think there are? Well, depending on how far you think the Hill Country extends, I think the answer is seven.

The Llano Art Guild - Art Exhibit, 'The Shape of Memory'

“The Shape of Memory” is the name of the Llano Art Guild free exhibit beginning September 10 through November 13.

San Saba SWCD#250 Conservation Rancher Part 2 of 2

-continued from last week Fortunately, the Jennings Fortunately, the Jennings Ranch sits above the Hickory aquifer. In most instances, it is approximately 200 feet to the Hickory formation. At that depth and deeper, wells pumping up to 350 gallons per minute for irrigation are possible.

La Palabra de Dios Dice

Lucas 3:2-18 y siendo sumos sacerdotes Anás y Caifás, vino palabra de Dios a Juan, hijo de Zacarías, en el desierto.

Texas Sales Tax Holiday is August 5-7

Comptroller.Texas.Gov - Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 5-7.

My Friend Earleen

I think I first met Earleen Brister when she and her husband, Charley, came down from San Saba for my wedding. She and Charley were long-time friends of my in-laws and had moved to San Saba when they retired around 1996 or so.

Richland Springs selection for August Yard of the Month

The Richland Springs Beautification Committee is happy to announce that, through the continued generosity of McKinnerney Real Estate, Dale and Terry McKinnerney are the winners of Yard of the Month for August. Dale and Terry have worked hard to create a beautiful yard and landscaping.

Community CALENDAR

Items for the Community Calendar are limited to 60 WORDS OR LESS. If they are too long, they will be edited. 71st Elm Grove Rodeo - August 4th, 5th, & 6th at 8:00 p.m. Barbeque on Saturday, August 6th at 5:30 p.m. Sign up on arrival; no entry fee. Buckles, trophies & ribbons.