Down Memory Lane

100 Years Ago August 19, 1920 The four days fair of the San Saba County Fair Association last week which commenced on the 10th and ended on the 13th, was one of the most successful of the seventeen annual events given by the association.

Pet Talk

Horses are remarkably active animals that make good use of their limbs and joints as they canter, gallop, and trot. As such, it is important that owners are cognizant of their horse’s health and of potential conditions that might arise.

Jordan Cattle Auction

Receipts totaled 3,504 head. The market was active with good demand. The stocker steers were $4-$5 higher with 3 steers 498 lbs at $166.00 ($826.68). The stocker heifers were steady after last weeks' increases.

OSHA 10-hour construction class

Training via Zoom meeting You must be a Texas resident or an employee currently working in Texas to register. Our OSHA-authorized instructors are currently teaching 10-hour construction safety training classes in English and Spanish via Zoom meeting.

She Was Distressed and All Alone

She darted out in front of my car, and I slammed on the brakes, just missing her. She paid no attention, crossed on into the next lane of traffic, and was acting as if she did not even care. I closed my eyes because I could not bear to see her get run over.

Doug's Doorstep

Health issues are a problem for many of us. The wearing of masks and sanitizing our hands cause us frustration. Companies and stores are laying off people because of a lack of business. The family is having a period of crisis. The marriage is on sandy soil, and the tide is about to wash it away.

Watch for Snakes

A copperhead snake bit our three-year-old granddaughter, Chloe, last Friday. She was busy playing with her kittens when it struck her on the foot. The viper hid underneath a bush and painfully interrupted everyone’s life. She is home now.

Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Members

Agro Fuel Through all of the issues we have endured in 2020, the trucking industry has pushed through to bring us the necessities needed for survival.

82nd annual San Saba Pro Rodeo days this weekend!

San Saba Pro Rodeo will be August 21 & 22. Each performance will begin at 7:00 p.m. with Mutton bustin' for cowboys and cowgirls ages eight and under. Pro rodeo events will begin at 8:00 p.m. There will be special performances by Leon Coffee and the Concho Chicks.

The Texas Rangers and The San Saba Mob

Editor’s Note–Part 51(a) in a continuing series. The (2nd) Matt Ford Murder Trial witness Stevens adds to his former testimony synopsis of evidence heard yesterday Trowbridge jury asked to be discharged.