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The Sabine County Commissioners Court was held on Monday, August 26th, and after opening prayer and pledge to the flag, approved the minutes from the previous meeting. There was one lineitem transfer to consider and approval was given to move $20,000 from Pct.3 capitol reserve to road-base item line. There were no budget amendments to consider. Approval was also given to all departmental reports.

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Richard “Blair” Abney to the Sabine River Authority Board of Directors for a term set to expire on July 6, 2025. The purpose of the Sabine River Authority is to conserve, store, control, preserve, utilize, and distribute the storm and flood waters and the waters of the Sabine River and its tributaries.

(The persons named below have been charged but not proven guilty of the crimes stated. This information is obtained by written request to the Sheriff from Sabine County Reporter.

Hello everyone! Once again it’s that time of the week where me and my esteemed colleague debate important topics of the day in Point/Counterpoint! The questions this week are 1. What do you think of the current proposed economic plan from Vice President Harris and 2. What effect will RFK’s dropping out of the presidential race and endorsing Trump have?

Everyone is cordially invited to attend the Annual Homecoming and Approaching 117th Birthday of Milam Chapel United Methodist Church located on Moore Lane in Milam. Pastor Joyce White August 25th. Sunday School 10:45am, Morning Worship 11:30am and Evening Service at 3:00pm. The message will be by Rev. Jason Copes, Pastor of Abundant Life United Methodist Church, Lufkin along with choir and congregation. Your presence will be appreciated, Food will be served in the cafeteria.

This summer has seen extreme heat linger over a large swath of the country. As student athletes begin to prepare for the upcoming fall season, coaches are reminded that heat and humidity can be especially hazardous for their young players.