Judiciary Seeks 2021 Funding, Cites Growing Workload
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The Sabine County Democratic Party will meet Thursday February 27 at 5:30 at the Chamber of Commerce. We will meet the fourth Thursday of each month. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Texas Street, and Oak Street are both two way but only one vehicle can travel down the roadway at a time. There are a couple of options but no one has acted on either.
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Hemphill citizen Bill Barcheers told Hemphill City Council that the new service cost more for less. "We are paying more and the service has been cut down to once a week," he said. Barcheers stated he did not believe the contract was negotiated very well.
Hemphill City Council welcomes you to visit Hemphill.
Felts Insurance Agency is ready to help you decide what type of coverage best suits your lifestyle. Located on Market Street right across Brookshire Brothers, stop by today.
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Mr. Neal Murphy would be delighted to assist anyone looking for documents from San Augustine County as far back as 1815 on the database located inside the historic 1919 Jail Museum. Even those in Spanish have been translated. What a treasure...search if you dare. Murphy says quite a few skel…
Correction: Mr. Neal Murphy, 1919 the caption is incorrect. One of the areas of the first floor is dedicated to law enforcement who were either from San Augustine or killed in San Augustine in the line of duty. It is an amazing place. Take the Tour, East Texas is filled with hidden treasures.
The San Augustine Chamber of Commerce meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Log Cabin on Columbia Street. The meeting begins at noon.
Wow! What a crazy week around here. Let’s get to it.
Sabine County Ag Agent Ronald Barlow updated commissioners on some of the programs currently underway in the community. Barlow said he had been working with Sabine County Farmers Market to ensure vendors had and could access food handler safety certifications. The Cottage Food Laws have chan…
J R Huffman Public Library, Inc.JaNelle Trexler, DirectorCynthia Beard, ClerkA few new books out include: “Big Lies in A Small Town” by Diane Chamberlain, “Friends to The End”, “The Patient One”, “The Loyal One”, “The Protective One” and “A Precious Gift”, all by Shelley Shepard Gray. Also,…
Don’t forget that Friday is Valentine’s Day; a small gift or gesture can sure make a man’s quality of life better. Remember, behind every good man are several good women.
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Went to another Deputy Sheriff’s funeral Saturday. He was shot several months ago and passed away last week. That’s two Deputy Sheriff’s funerals I’ve been to in two months. Please pray for all Police Officers.
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Little did Felix "Bubba" Holmes Jr., realize what a promise to his wife would lead to when he agreed to write his autobiography. Born and raised in Sabine County, after retirement from the U.S. Forest Service, Felix began assisting local historian Weldon McDaniel with cemetery preservation a…
City of Hemphill to meet Tuesday, order May 2 Election
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In the upcoming 2020 elections, the City of Pineland will have three seats open for the City Council.
In the upcoming 2020 elections, the City of Pineland will have three seats open for the City Council.
The City of Hemphill 2020 election
House Interim Charge: State Affairs
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My office has recently received a number of phone calls regarding the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and their tentative plan to rent upscale offices in downtown Austin. While my colleagues and I will continue to monitor this recent development, I have serious concerns with the cu…
AG Paxton Defends Diverse Placement and Care for Texas Foster Children
I’ve lived in the Chinquapin community for 14 years now. It’s my home. I just learned last week that an oil company , PA Prospects LLC out of Montana has purchased 257 acres with the intentions of putting a 65 acre chemical dump less than a mile from my house. Now...... if we as citizens ne…
Libraries, Senior Centers, and community services are always part of our budget as long as we can figure out a way to continue support we will, Judge Melton said.
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Newton County Sheriff’s Report for the week of January 27, 2020 .
Jasper County SHERIFF’S REPORT week of 1/27/2020
According to Hemphill City Hall as of Friday, Jan. 24 two candidates had signed up for the city election. Current Hemphill Mayor Robert Hamilton, and local business owner of Slice Cliff Young, have both signed up to run for Mayor. No other candidates had signed up at that time.
Can I wear campaign materials to the polls?
If I take a ballot selfie while casting my vote, am I breaking the law?
In San Augustine County current Sheriff Robert Cartwright has signed up for re-election and will run unopposed. San Augustine Commissioner Precinct 1 incumbent will face off against John Coffee, and Jordan Hanks.
The new owner is pleased to announce the building has been secured. He hoped to address issues such as parking in the future. Dec. 2019 Hemphill City Council
When it comes to dumping animals in Sabine County what should be done. Daily News and More wants to know. Who is responsible, in terms of solving the problem.
Pineland Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a political rally on Saturday, Feb. 29, at the Pineland Fire Hall beginning at 5:30 p.m. Come see what the candidates have to say. Barbecue brisket and and all this fixin's will be available, along with the fire departments famous cake and pie au…
Dec 20, 2019: Council begins new protocol regarding speakers and public comment during meetings.
This core group of faithful Democrats from Sabine, San Augustine and Shelby counties met recently to share ideas and strategies for the upcoming primary race on March 3. This motivated group will work together to ensure the Democratic brand is recognized throughout Sabine, San Augustine and…
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DETCOG RSVP Coordinator Erin Hollis distributed bags to discard outdated and unused medication. More of the bags will be available at the Daily News office on Friday. The office is located on 125 Texas Street in Hemphill.
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POLITICAL SIGNS NOT ALLOWED ON RIGHT OF WAY
First, who pays the folks who are employed at an Appraisal District? Yes, tax-payers.
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