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U.S. beef cattle herd smallest since 1951

News Staff
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The Texas beef cattle herd could be on its way to a rebuild after hitting its lowest numbers in a decade, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts. David Anderson, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension economist in the Department ofAgricultural Economics, and Jason Cleere, Ph.D.
Pressed flower presentation highlights February meeting of SSGC

Pressed flower presentation highlights February meeting of SSGC

Pressed flower presentation highlights February meeting of SSGC

Karen Sloan
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
On February 6th, the San Saba Garden Club (SSGC) held its monthly gathering at Mill Pond Clubhouse. The club’s long-standing pre-meeting social hour was hosted by Karen Sloan (chair), Dianna Furlan, and Beth Griess.
Meet the Candidates for San Saba County Sheriff

Meet the Candidates for San Saba County Sheriff

Meet the Candidates

Djuana Payton, Editor
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Dwayne Shaw Hello San Saba County, My name is Dwayne Shaw. Many know me as “Bubba” and I am running for San Saba County Sheriff. I’m a lifelong resident of San Saba, graduating from SSHS in 1993. I started my public service career at age 18, volunteering for the S.S. Co. Volunteer EMS and the S.

Seeds From the Sower

Michael A. Guido~ Metter, Georgia Sowerministries
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
It is not often that you hear of this man, a man who is so dishonest that even his shadow is crooked. One day, however, he became a Christian. A neighbor who noticed the dramatic difference asked his wife, 'Has your husband changed his religion?' 'No,' came the reply.
Members and Solaris reps pictured (l-r): Barbara Fowler, Cassandra Seabourn, Celia Bell, Mary Margaret Moorhead, Joanne Weik, Sabra Ward.

Members and Solaris reps pictured (l-r): Barbara Fowler, Cassandra Seabourn, Celia Bell, Mary Margaret Moorhead, Joanne Weik, Sabra Ward.

Pierian Club program 'San Saba Memorial Hospital, Then and Now'

Marsha Smart
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The Pierian Club met at the ClearView Family Resources on Thursday, February 8th. The theme of the program was 'San Saba Memorial Hospital, Then and Now.' An informative program was presented by the various businesses that currently occupy the old hospital building.
Jordan Cattle Auction

Jordan Cattle Auction

Jordan Cattle Auction

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Receipts totaled 1,715 head. The market was very active with strong demand. The stocker steers were $10-$12 higher with 3 steers 527 lbs at $315.00 ($1660.05) and 4 steers 626 lbs at $290.00 ($1815.40). The stocker heifers were steady with 18 heifers 531 lbs at $264.00 ($1401.84).
Sid Miller logo

Sid Miller logo

Renewed support for newly registered feral hog bait

News Staff
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
On February 8, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller renewed his support for a newlyapproved toxicant, Kaput Feral Hog Bait. Kaput will aid Texas farmers, ranchers, and landowners in helping mitigate Texas’ growing feral hog problem.
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