At 10:37pm the Beech Grove VFD was dispatched to a reported structure fire on CR 323. The first engine arrived to find a large residential wood frame structure with fire showing through the roof.  

Sabine County, Texas

First United Methodist Church here in San Augustine will have a CHILDREN"S WATER PALOOZA on August 12th from 5:30-7 PM.  You will need to bring your own towel and games, food and drinks will be provided. For more info call 936-275-2246.

The excitement was in the air at Six Mile Fire and Rescue as firefighters became acquainted with all the bells and jingles on their new tanker. In a rural community where fire hydrants and water sources can be a huge issue for fire departments, this will allow 2,000 more gallons of water. "T…

Input on Legislative Appropriations Request 2022-2023

San Augustine County Commissioners will call court to order at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, August 11. The public is welcome to attend.

Sabine County, Texas

BPD Identifies Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty- August 9, 2020

from Lufkin Police and Fire 

A note from Terry Sympson at Jackson Hill Marina 

Red Hill Lake is still looking for a Camp Host. Applications and resume' now being accepted.   Applicants must be willing to camp at RHL until late Fall. It is my understanding, USFS has attempted to contact some previous applicants, but have not received returned phone calls. If you applied…

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF HEMPHILL

Captain Stephen “Scooby” Stubbe of Mudfish Adventures on Toledo Bend will be a guest guide at Grosse Savanne Lakeside October 11th – 16th, 2020.  Captain Scooby is an Orvis endorsed fly fishing guide with a unique approach to bass fishing with a fly rod.  

Tax-Free Holiday 

Hot but calm water greeted 14 anglers in Alpine Marina's Thursday Big Bass Tournament and John Barrera takes down both places with a nice 4 lb 7 oz and a 3 lb 15 oz bass. Start time is 4:00 pm with weigh in at 8:00 pm. Call Alpine Marina at 625-3518 for more information.

Pineland, Texas-

Each year the West Sabine FFA with assistance from the West Sabine Athletic Department assists the Sabine County Food Pantry with the unloading and organizing of their twice monthly food delivery. 

Please take note of our new business hours the new hours are Monday thru Thursday, 9 a.m. thru 3 p.m.; closed Friday-Sunday. Computer usage is from 9 a.m. thru 2:45 p.m. with a 30-minute limit.

4-H Shooting Sports Coaches Needed

Brookshire Brothers has been informed that three of its Hemphill team members have tested positive for COVID. Our top priority is the health and safety of our employee owners and customers. We are supporting our team members during their time of recovery and quarantine.

Sabine County, Texas-

Mike Ray wins Alpine Marina's Big Bass Thursday Tournament with a nice 3 lb 13 oz bass and his fishing partner Wesley Bates takes 2nd place with a 3 lb 7 oz bass. Start time is 4:00 pm with weigh in at 8:15 pm. Y'all come fish with us.:

7 PM Outage Update:

Sabine County has 30 residents who are currently positive for COVID-19 according to Sabine County Judge Daryl Melton. 

COMMISSIONERS APPROVE NEW PROJECTS FOR LUFKIN DISTRICT

Brookshire Brother’s Hemphill Manager Jeremy Ells has confirmed that three members of his staff have tested positive for COVID-19. He went on to say all protocols are being followed. "We are doing everything in our power to keep both customers and employees safe during this time."

Sabine County has had a difficult time getting numbers that best represent our community. And this week is no different. According to DSHS there have been 39 residents test positive for COVID-19 since the pandemic began. DSHS website goes on to show six fatalities, which is obviously wrong. …

PHONE SCAM

Six Mile VFD was dispatched to assist after a large tree fell blocking a portion of Highway 87 South at shortly after 8 p.m. Firefighters worked to keep motorist safe while assisting with clean up. Both Deep East Texas Coop and TxDot were on the scene. The roadway reopened at approximately 9…

Hemphill Salvation Army , 541 Starr St. will begin allowing Sabine County parents / guardians to shop for school clothes. Please call or come by for an appointment.

 The Sabine County Hospital Board of Directors will meet in regular session on Monday, July 27 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at First United Methodist Church in Hemphill Fellowship Hall located at 181 Milam Street. We ask anyone who attends to please use social distancing, and person…

Congrats to Sabine County recipient Jasyn Twine, San Augustine County Madeline Nance, Shelby County Martheaus Perkins, Jasper County Maggie Barbay, Newton County Abigail Day

Ila Grace (Gay) Allen Dudley

Regionally, Sale on the Trail has become a favorite for shoppers, vendors, and communities along the way. Traditionally held on the first weekend in May, until this year when the event was postponed due to COVID-19 and is slated for July 31-Aug. 1. According to Caddo Parish who heads up much…

The City of Hemphill, Texas

Hot and windy for 13 anglers that fished Alpine Marina's Thursday Big Bass Tournament and Jeremy Hippler takes both spots with a really nice 6 lb 5 oz bass and a 3 lb 11 oz fish. Start time is 4:00 pm with weigh in at 8:15 pm. Call Alpine Marina at 625-3518for more information.

The Sabine County Republican club will meet on Thursday, July 23rd at 6:30 pm on the grounds of the Rosevine Community Center in the Rosevine Community on FM 1. Jim Wright, republican nominee for Railroad Commissioner will be the guest speaker.

To the Citizens of Sabine County:

TPWD Seeks Public Input on Potential Catfish Regulations

The City of Hemphill Is taking applications for the following position: Utility Laborer

Hot weather and hot fishing for Mike Ray(right) who wins Alpine Marina's Thursday Big Bass Tournament with a nice  5 lb 1 oz bass.Terance Corley takes 2nd with a 4 lb 7 oz bass. Start time is 4:00 pm with weigh in at 8:15 pm. Call Alpine Marina at 625-3518 for more information. Come fish with us.

Senior Commodity Box Distribution Changes Dates

COVID-19 delayed the opening of the Pineland City Pool, but didn't stop it completely. With lifeguards in place the city pool will officially open three days a week thru August 12. The Pineland City Pool is open to the public on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. For more…

Sabine County was one of several East Texas counties with less than 20 active cases of COVID-19 and were allowed to opt out of Executive Order GA-29 relating to the use of face coverings. Since the June 26 order requiring face mask was issued Sabine County active cases has jumped from four to 18. 

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to use hand sanitizers from 4 E Global SAPI de CV (Mexico) or with the Blumen product name sold at Sam's Club.

The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is reporting Sabine County COVID-19 numbers to be 28 total positive cases since the pandemic was declared in March 2020. The website estimates 14 of those cases are active, 12 recovered, and one fatality. And that only equals 27, as noted above …

Drive-by pickup your FREE "Summer Fun Kits" for kids at FBC Pineland. Tuesday, July 7th, 5-6pm. 

Banks around the U.S. are running low on nickels, dimes, quarters and even pennies because of problems with production and distribution caused by coronavirus pandemic.