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Cassandra Merriman

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
I am proud to call San Saba County home. As a native Texan with a deep appreciation for rural communities, I value faith, family, and the traditions that make small towns strong.

Kristina Lively

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
To my friends, neighbors, and the community that has shaped my life, My name is Kristina Lively, and I’d like to share a little about who I am—not just as a candidate for County Treasurer, but as someone who has deep roots in this county and a genuine love for the people who call it home.
Travis’ Letter

Travis’ Letter

Commemorative Flag Journey

O. Scott Dunbar, Ksj
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Dateline Alamo:February 23, 1836: Travis sends a dispatch to Gonzales: 'To any of the inhabitants of Texas. The enemy in large force is in sight. We want men and provisions. Send them to us. Give us assistance.'February 23, 1836: Travis and Bowie send a dispatch to Fannin in Goliad.
Picured L-R: Hostesses Karen Gill, Janis Murray, Anna Wilson, and Patsy Hall.

Picured L-R: Hostesses Karen Gill, Janis Murray, Anna Wilson, and Patsy Hall.

Pierian Study Club Meeting

Donna Baxter
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Ladies of the Pierian Study Club gathered Thursday, February 12, in the home of Marjean Alexander for their monthly meeting. Guests were served delicious Valentine theme sweets and treats served by hostesses Janis Murray, Karen Gill, Anna Wilson and Patsy Hall.
Pictured from left to right with guest speaker John Litzler (left), are Currie-Strickland Scholars Biak Sang, a senior from Garland; Elsa Leake, a senior from Georgetown; Tori Petersheim, a graduate student from Flower Mound; Cate Gramling, a senior from Rowlett; and David Newman, a junior from Brownwood.

Pictured from left to right with guest speaker John Litzler (left), are Currie-Strickland Scholars Biak Sang, a senior from Garland; Elsa Leake, a senior from Georgetown; Tori Petersheim, a graduate student from Flower Mound; Cate Gramling, a senior from Rowlett; and David Newman, a junior from Brownwood.

Five students honored at HPU’s Currie-Strickland Lectures

Howard Payne University
Friday, February 20, 2026
BROWNWOOD – February 18, 2026 – Howard Payne University named five students as Currie-Strickland scholars during the 18th annual Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics, on Thursday, February 5.
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