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Rotary Minute

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The regularly scheduled Rotary weekly luncheon meeting occurred Thursday, October 26th, at Pepperbelly's, with Marcus Wood presiding. Nine members were present plus two guests. San Saba High School guest and National Honor Society member, Sheridan Haines shared her plans for the future.
Julian Rodriguez (age 5) was the Winner for the 3-5 Category Photo by Yvonne Contreras

Julian Rodriguez (age 5) was the Winner for the 3-5 Category Photo by Yvonne Contreras

2023 Halloween Coloring Contest HalloWINNERS

Djuana Payton, Editor
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The Judge has decided - yes, the actual Judge! To decide the winners of this year's contest, we called in San Saba County Justice of the Peace - Judge Sharon Blossman. A winner was chosen in each of three age categories.
Accepting the award are: Rick Baskin and Ray Hawkins, representing the Foundation; with Jorge Quirino, Lubbock Economic DevelopmentAlliance and TXDT Board of Directors President. Courtesy of Texas Downtown

Accepting the award are: Rick Baskin and Ray Hawkins, representing the Foundation; with Jorge Quirino, Lubbock Economic DevelopmentAlliance and TXDT Board of Directors President. Courtesy of Texas Downtown

Texas Downtown announces winners of 2023 President’s Awards

News Staff
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Sarah Saldivar / Visit San Saba / EDC Secretary-Treasurer / KSSB Ex. Dir. “The Texas Downtown Association was founded in 1985 to connect and serve the downtown professionals and champions.
Tanner Heffington, left, talks to Jimmy Drake. Drake, 86, last year decided to retire after farming for seven decades. Heffington, 31, is taking over the farm. Photo by Mark Rogers for The Texas Tribune

Tanner Heffington, left, talks to Jimmy Drake. Drake, 86, last year decided to retire after farming for seven decades. Heffington, 31, is taking over the farm. Photo by Mark Rogers for The Texas Tribune

What Happens When a Farmer Retires?

News Staff
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Jimmy Drake started farming when he was 18. He had grown up learning the intricacies of agriculture alongside his father under the unforgiving West Texas sun. He would come home covered in dirt that is good for little but growing cotton. He has managed the land for the last seven decades.
2023 Hunter's Guide cover

2023 Hunter's Guide cover

2023 Hunter's Guide is now available!

Djuana Payton, Editor
Thursday, October 26, 2023
The 2023 Hunter's Guide is now available! If you don't have your hard copy yet, you can pick one up at the News Office - 505 E. Wallace, San Saba, TX. You can also view it on our website:  www.sansabanews.com. Just scroll down to "Special Sections" and click on the 2023 Hunter's Guide.
Lack or rain and extreme heat has caused pumpkin production yields to be extremely low. Getty Images

Lack or rain and extreme heat has caused pumpkin production yields to be extremely low. Getty Images

Texas pumpkin yields hurt by heat and drought

News Staff
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Texas pumpkin producers experienced another season of yields well below average, according to a TexasA&MAgriLife Extension Service expert.
Harvesting Texas Traditions

Harvesting Texas Traditions

Harvesting Texas Traditions

U.s. Senator John Cornyn, R-texas
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
As the cool breeze of autumn begins to sweep through the Lone Star State, there's a particular charm that sets Texas apart during this time of year. Beyond the sprawling landscapes and bustling cities, Texas boasts a remarkable connection between fall festivities and our thriving agriculture sector.
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