Community

Laura Strube (Region XV), Board of Trustees: Kevin Shahan, Margaret Henslee, Tim Sebastain, and Superintendent Keith Owen are shown here with their new friends from Parsons Roofing. Photo courtesy of Kathryn Robertson

SSISD receives scholarship for Class of 2027 student

Kathryn Robertson

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

San Saba ISD is excited to announce that the district received a scholarship for a future graduate at the Region 15 School Board Conference. The scholarship, sponsored by Parsons Roofing, will be awarded to a member of the San Saba High School Class of 2027.

Conservation Connection

Hickory Underground Water Conservation District No

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Droughts, floods, data centers, transmission lines…the list goes on and on. These are all topics that directly affect our communities and our conservation efforts. But what are the agencies and organizations we depend on doing about them?Come find out!

Courtesy of Cissy Williams

2026 San Saba Pro-Rodeo Mutton Bustin

Sylvia Zepeda-donath

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

The San Saba Pro Rodeo Days Mutton Bustin Event has grown into one of the most beloved traditions in the small-town town of San Saba! A spectacle that blends history, humor, courage, and community spirit!

Front row (L-R): Roy Jones – Tiler, Alan Schroeder- Jr. Warden, Jake Lackey – Worshipful Master, Chris Daniels – Sr. Warden, Mike Ivy – Jr Deacon. Back row: Les Hammett – District Deputy, Michael Nelson – Secretary, Billy Don Edmondson – Treasurer. San Saba Lodge 612 meets the 1st Saturday of the month. Breakfast is at 8:30 with the stated meeting to follow at 9:00. Courtesy of Jake Lackey

Masonic Lodge 612 Officers for the 2026-2027 Masonic year

News Staff

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Masonic Lodge 612 Officers for the 2026-2027 Masonic year

Cary and Ginger Richie

Cherokee Chatter

Janice Hull

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Welcome Cary and Ginger We are excited to welcome our newest houseparents on the boys' side, Cary and Ginger Richie!Cary and Ginger join us from Wichita Falls, where they raised their two daughters, Mary and Sidney.

San Saba County’s 1883 Jail

News Staff

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

(Until 2025, this was the oldest Working Jail in U.S.)For many years, the San Saba County jail was the oldest active jail in Texas. In recent years, it has also gained the distinction of being the oldest active jail in the United States.

Community Calendar

News Staff

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Wallace Creek Schoolhouse Ice Cream Social: July 27th at 6:00p.m.BS&W Blood Drive Dates: The remaining 2026 Blood Drive date is October 6th.The San Saba County Historical Museum is open each Saturday and Sunday from 1:30 to 4:00. Admission is free.Lunch at Senior Center - Monday -Friday at noon.

Down Memory Lane

News Staff

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

From the San Saba News & Star Archives 80 Years Ago July 25, 1946Mrs. H. B. Clark spent a few in Dallas shopping in the markets for Marie's Shop which was opened for business recently. The opening was well attended and shoppers enjoyed the cool atmosphere in the air-conditioned shop.

Brissa Baugh as Cherokee graduate in 2022

Brissa Baugh graduates from ACU

Merit Pages

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Congratulations to Brissa Baugh of Cherokee who graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art from Abilene Christian University.Brissa was among 963 students who received degrees at ACU's May Commencement.Students whose GPAs are at least 3.6 graduate cum laude (with honor), 3.

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San Saba Senior Center - Lunch

News Staff

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Monday, July 27th -Citrus Baked Chicken Baby BakersLS Mixed Vegetables White/Wheat RollChocolate BrownieMilkTuesday, July 28th -Cheese Ravioli w/MarinaraTossed SaladCornbreadLF DressingUpside Down CakeMilkWednesday, July 29th -Potato Crusted Fish Garden Blend RiceSeasoned CarrotsHoney Kissed...

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