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He's Free: Houston Lawyer posts $1 million dollars to get out of jail after killing his son in Sabine County

1 year ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

#UPDATE Michael C. Howard is out of jail today, just one week after confessing that he shot his 20-year-old son and burned his body. December 9, 2024, Howard went before Judge Mixon in Sabine County where his bond was lowered from $20 Million ($10 million for each charge) to $1 million total.

McMahan Chapel celebrates 193 years

4 days ago By Sabine County Reporter

Saturday, October 10, 2026 we will celebrate 193 years of continuous worship at McMahan Chapel at 10:30am. That service will be followed by a covered dish lunch in the Jack and Charlsie Maund Event Center.

What federal oil and gas leasing decision means for Sabine County

4 days ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

A newly completed federal decision involving oil and gas leasing in Texas national forests includes the Sabine National Forest, but the action does not authorize drilling, approve a well or mean drilling equipment is immediately headed into the forest.

Savor ETX Returns

4 days ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

The countdown is on for the second annual Savor ETX, returning Oct. 9-11 for three days celebrating the food, art, craftsmanship and traditions of East Texas.

See You at the Pole 2026...

4 days ago By News Staff

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SEE YOU AT THE POLE 2026 was well attended at West Sabine High School today Sept 23, 2026. Students, faculty and community members met to pray for God to bless our Country, school, faculty and area communities. Thank you to all who attended. Breakfast was served, provided by area churches. God bless you all.

Fall Fest Countdown: Sabine County Youth Foundation Plans Full Day of Fun Oct. 17

4 days ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

Mark the calendar and plan to spend the day in Hemphill — the second annual Sabine County Youth Foundation BBQ Cookoff and Fall Fest is coming Saturday, Oct. 17, with events stretching from early morning into the evening.

90 never looked so good...

1 week ago By News Staff

Family, friends and the Hemphill community join in wishing Bill Speights a very happy 90th birthday. Saturday was a lovely celebration at Hemphill First Baptist.

Savor ETX Returns for Second year celebrating East Texas Traditions

1 week ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

What does East Texas taste like, look like and sound like? It might be a cast-iron Dutch oven sitting over hot coals, a jar of preserves made from a recipe passed down through generations, a handmade quilt, a locally crafted wine or a painted barn quilt telling a story without saying a word.

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1 week ago By Community Eligibility Provision (cep)

The Hemphill ISD announced today it will operate the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2026-2027 school year.

Sabine County Youth Foundation Fall Fest Returns Oct. 17

1 week ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

Classic cars, barbecue, horses, vendors, family activities and live music will come together for a full day of fall fun when the Sabine County Youth Foundation hosts its second annual BBQ Cookoff and Fall Fest Saturday, Oct. 17.

Celebrating Senior night with a sweep...

1 week ago By News Staff

The Hemphill Lady Hornets Volleyball team handled Gary’s Lady Bobcats on Tuesday with an impressive sweep in three games. Hornet JV won out in 3. It was a special night for Senior Class of 2027 as the team and families honored Varsity players Baleigh Alonzo and Zanyah Blake.

Celebrating Senior night with a sweep...

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