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L-R from rear: Jan Beaver, Dianna Furlan, Marjean Alexander, and Rhonda Killion. Courtesy of Karen Sloan

L-R from rear: Jan Beaver, Dianna Furlan, Marjean Alexander, and Rhonda Killion. Courtesy of Karen Sloan

Rising Star outing highlights April SSGC meeting

Karen Sloan, San Saba Garden Club
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
On April 1st, 15 members of the San Saba Garden Club (SSGC) enjoyed a fun-filled trip to Jan-Jan’s Nursery in Rising Star. Numerous greenhouses occupy this 12+-acre wonderland of annual and perennial bedding plants, bushes, trees, vegetables, herbs, and an impressive array of succulents.
Left to Right: Dispatcher/Jailer Mari, Jail Admin Lesa, Dispatcher/Jailer Candice, Dispatcher/ Jailer Tristan, Dispatcher/Jailer Ike. Courtesy of San Saba County Sheriff's Office

Left to Right: Dispatcher/Jailer Mari, Jail Admin Lesa, Dispatcher/Jailer Candice, Dispatcher/ Jailer Tristan, Dispatcher/Jailer Ike. Courtesy of San Saba County Sheriff's Office

Honoring the voices behind the headset

San Saba County Sheriff's Office
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
This week, we’re shining the spotlight on the voices behind the headset—our incredible dispatchers.They’re the calm in the chaos, the steady voice in a storm, and the first to respond when someone calls for help. Whether it’s 2 a.m.
An LCRA employee cleans up landscaping at Rylander Memorial Library in San Saba during LCRA’s Steps Forward Day on April 11. During the annual day of service, employees worked on 40 community projects throughout LCRA’s service territory.

An LCRA employee cleans up landscaping at Rylander Memorial Library in San Saba during LCRA’s Steps Forward Day on April 11. During the annual day of service, employees worked on 40 community projects throughout LCRA’s service territory.

Day of service included landscaping, mulching in San Saba

Lower Colorado River Authority
Monday, April 14, 2025
Hundreds of Lower Colorado River Authority employees rolled up their sleeves on Friday, April 11, to volunteer on dozens of community projects across parts of Texas during LCRA’s annual day of service, Steps Forward Day.
Police Chief's car at End of Watch ceremony Friday, April 11th | photo by Carolyn Preece

Police Chief's car at End of Watch ceremony Friday, April 11th | photo by Carolyn Preece

Passing of a Police Chief

Djuana Payton, Editor
Monday, April 14, 2025
The passing of a Police Chief - this has effected so many in our community. The loss will be greatly felt. We would like to honor Chief Newkirk in this week's edition.

Upcoming Events

News Staff
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Upcoming EventsPecan Capital Trade Days - April 12th (This Saturday!), from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on the San Saba County Courthouse square. For setup, details and more information, please contact Joan or Don VanGorp at 325-372-1937. Future upcoming Trade Days: May 10th, and June 14th.

Down Memory Lane

From The San Saba News & Star Archives
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
110 Years Ago April 8, 1915W. W. Woolsey of Hall was a passenger to San Saba and when questioned as to the nature of his business he blushed like a school girl and replied that he would not have to make many more trips.Carlos Ashley entertained a few boy friends at his home with an Easter egg hunt.
Arrest Report April 2 - 6, 2025

Arrest Report April 2 - 6, 2025

Arrest Report April 2 - 6, 2025

San Saba County Sheriff’s Office
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
4/2/25 Juan G. Esquivel - Assault w/ Deadly Weapon 4/3/25 Kipp R. Ford - Viol Protect Order Bias/Prejudice Statute: 38990027 - Violation Bond/ Protective Order; Stalking; Theft of Property Statute: 23990194 - Theft of Property >= $2,500 <30K 4/5/25 Keny A.
2025 Spring Cleanup by San Saba Civic Organizations

2025 Spring Cleanup by San Saba Civic Organizations

2025 Spring Cleanup by San Saba Civic Organizations

Debbie Shahan, Ssgc President
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
These awesome San Saba Community Groups: San Saba Garden Club, SS Bird & Nature Club, Keep San Saba Beautiful, Clearview Resources Center, City of SS Parks Department and Water Department, and SS Rehab Center got together to do their part in beginning the designated “City of San Saba/ Keep Texas...
Rotary Club members participate in City-Wide Cleanup

Rotary Club members participate in City-Wide Cleanup

Rotary members participate in clean-up

Beth Griess
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
The Rotary Club of San Saba along with KSSB spent last weekend in a City and County clean-up. Many thanks to all who participated. Courtesy of Beth Griess
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