State of Texas Winners
Debbie Shahan
Ten local San Saba Elementary School Students won STATE honors in the Texas Garden Club Youth Contests.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
School and Sports
Brice Roesler
RS Coyotes bring home State Runner-Up Finish at UIL State Track Meet
Sarah Locker, Rsisd
The Richland Springs Coyotes capped off an outstanding track and field season on May 16th, at the UIL State Track Meet with an impressive runner-up team finish, earning 69 total points against the best competition in the state.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Starting at top L-R: Maggie Bryant and Ethan Deeds; JaceLynn Kilgore and Jaspur Farris; Jadyn Fleming and Billy Perry; Sharilynn Rigdon and Rush Norris Courtesy of Pam Starr
RS Community celebrates Class of 2026 at Baccalaureate Service
Sarah Locker | Rsisd
Richland Springs First Christian Church welcomed families, friends, and community members on Sunday, May 17, for a heartfelt Baccalaureate service honoring the Richland Springs High School Class of 2026.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
San Saba High School 2026 Graduates
San Saba High School 2026 Graduates
News Staff
The San Saba News & Star wanted to make sure the SSHS seniors were featured with their group photo since it was not ready in time to be included in our special Graduation Edition. Congratulations, Seniors! Special thank you to Lucero Hernandez for getting this photo to us before press time!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
SSISD - Capturing Kids' Hearts
SSISD - Capturing Kids' Hearts
Submitted By Kathryn Robertson / Ssisd
San Saba ISD is proud to announce that all district campuses have been named Capturing Kids' Hearts National Showcase Campuses, resulting in San Saba ISD being recognized as a National Showcase District.San Saba ISD has implemented the Capturing Kids’ Hearts process for several years, focusing on...
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
San Saba Golden Armadillo Band on stage at the TLU BandFEST
San Saba Golden Armadillo Band -Outstanding!!!
Chans Moellendorf, San Saba High School Band Director
The San Saba Golden Armadillo Band traveled to Texas Lutheran University in Seguin this past Friday to participate in their annual BandFEST. Our performance resulted in an Outstanding Performance trophy and FIVE Outstanding Soloists awards.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Jaspur Farris, Senior, son of DeeAnna Petty, is competing May 18 and 19th at UIL State Persuasive Speaking in Austin. Courtesy of Pam Starr
The Richland Springs Report
Sue Ransom
Congratulations to all the graduates in the area. Kathie Davie attended her grandson, Robert Bench’s graduation last Friday. I taught Robert in fifth grade and received a lovely thank you note from him weeks ago. I attended Piper Shannon’s graduation on Friday in Mullin.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Layne Ward sets a first!
Layne Ward sets a first!
Courtesy Of Richland Springs Coyote Booster Club
Records indicate that Layne Ward is the first Coyote EVER to advance to the STATE tennis tournament for boys singles! That is no small feat (especially considering the closest courts are 15+ miles from school) .While he did fall short in San Antonio this morning, we are so proud!
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Rotary Student of the Month Daniel Rodriguez and Rotarian Jerry Blankenship
Student of the Month
Leanne Johnson | Sshs
Rotary Student-of-the-Month was awarded to Daniel Rodriguez. Rotarian Jerry Blankenship is pictured with him. Each month, a different senior is awarded. Awards are based on leadership, character, teacher nominations. Recipients are presented to the student body as well as the school board.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Donny Smith and Keith Owen, SSISD Superintendent Courtesy of Kathryn Robertson
In appreciation - from San Saba ISD
Kathryn Robertson
San Saba ISD would like to express our sincere appreciation to Donny Smith for his dedicated service as a member of the San Saba ISD Board of Trustees from 2023 to 2026.We are grateful for his commitment to our students, staff, and community during his time on the board.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026