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San Saba staff at Heritage Funeral Homes include from left to right: Anita Alvarez, Office Manager/Family Service Counselor; Ryan Coffman, Funeral Director, Apprentice; Linden Mercer, Assistant, and daughter of Dr. Mercer; and Dr. James Mercer, owner. See Story & Photos on Page 2.

San Saba staff at Heritage Funeral Homes include from left to right: Anita Alvarez, Office Manager/Family Service Counselor; Ryan Coffman, Funeral Director, Apprentice; Linden Mercer, Assistant, and daughter of Dr. Mercer; and Dr. James Mercer, owner. See Story & Photos on Page 2.

Heritage Funeral Homes of San Saba undergoes transformation

Donna Webb
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
At the invitation of Dr. James Mercer recently, I visited and viewed the newly remodeled Heritage Funeral Homes of San Saba. During my initial walkthru, I decided not to bring along my camera because I wanted to take in everything with my eyes first. Am I glad I did!

Your Texas Agriculture Minute

Gary Joiner, Publisher
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Counting every person living in the United States is a huge undertaking. The U.S. Census recently finished its data collection. In Texas, the final response rate was 99.9 percent. Almost 63 percent of folks in our state self-responded to the Census.
Hill Country CattleWomen100 attendance awards 2019-2020

Hill Country CattleWomen100 attendance awards 2019-2020

Hill Country CattleWomen Present Annual Awards

News Staff
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Alice Anderson, of Boerne, was awarded the 2019-2020 Cattle-Woman of the Year award at the October 2020 meeting of the Hill Country CattleWomen held at the Haverlah Ranch near Cherokee in San Saba County.

The Lord Reigns!

Pastor Sam Crosby, First Baptist Church Of San
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Isaiah the prophet was dismayed when King Uzziah died, somewhere around 740 B.C. He had reigned over Judah for 52 years, longer than any previous king. The northern kingdom of Israel was being threatened by the growing Assyrian army and would fall in 722 B.C.

Doug’s Doorstep

Doug Suggs
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
When you think of an example, who comes to your mind? For many of us it will be a different person. You may think of your parents and the example they gave to you. It may have been a teacher you had in school. Perhaps an employer that helped you as you began your career.

La Palabra de Dios Dice

Rosa Arrendondo
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Salmos 96:1-13 Cantad a Jehova cantico nuevo; Cantad a Jehova, toda la tierra. Cantad a Jehova, bendecid su nombre; Anunciad de dia en dia su salvacion. Proclamad entre las naciones su gloria. En todos los pueblos sus maravillas.
San Saba Elementary Challenge Lab hosted Pumpkin Contest

San Saba Elementary Challenge Lab hosted Pumpkin Contest

San Saba Elementary Challenge Lab hosted Pumpkin Contest

Submitted By Kelly Cash
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
The San Saba Elementary Challenge Lab hosted the annual Pumpkin Contest. There were over 110 entries this year. Here are the winners by grade levels: Pre-K 3 & Pre-4 1st Place – Ailany Rodriguez. (Martin’s Class) 2nd Place– Luke Naizer (Mrs.
Red Ribbon Week at San Saba Middle School

Red Ribbon Week at San Saba Middle School

Red Ribbon Week at San Saba Middle School

News Staff
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Students at San Saba Middle School celebrated Red Ribbon Week October 26th-30th. Students joined other schools and students across the country to take a visible stand against bullying and drugs by participating in this year’s theme: Be Happy, Be Brave, Be Drug-Free.
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