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Methamphetamine use remains a significant public health challenge in East Texas. This highly addictive stimulant poses a severe risk to individuals and communities alike. A look into the current state of methamphetamine use within our region reveals how crucial to understand its impact, the signs of abuse, and the resources available for those in need.

Fall is drawing near and that means the beginning of new hunting and fishing seasons. Prior to venturing to the water or hitting the field, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds hunters and anglers to purchase their new licenses for the 2024-25 season.

Barbara Westhead (pictured above) and her fiancé Jarrod Vickery own and operate Hobbits Hideout at 535 Sabine Street in Hemphill, Tx., and offer breakfast, lunch and dinner take out until 7:00 p.m. as well as offer their collection of personalized t shirts and boutique items. Breakfast is from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. and closed Sunday.

The Smithsonian traveling museum is coming to San Augustine, Texas for six weeks, August 24 to October 6, 2024. The Smithsonian Institution is our country’s national museum, located in Washington, DC. Their program, called Museum on Main Street (MoMS), brings museum exhibits to small towns across America. San Augustine will be the first of seven towns across Texas honored to host the exhibit.

Our Sabine County Extension Agent, Chanelle Svehla awarded the 2024 early career award district 5 by the Texas County Agricultural Agents Association. In recognition of excellence in extension for outstanding and measurable programs by an agent with less than five years of service.

Dr. Gilder, Superintendent, Lisa Lane, School Board President and members of the Leath Family.

Congratulations to local singer and fiddle player, Luke Moody on a fabulous weekend at the Country Music Hall of Fame John Ritter Showcase. Moody qualified for the competition back in June with thirty others who made it thru to finals. When the dust settled, Luke walked away with the Fan Favorite award for the second year in a row and 2nd Runner up! We look forward to hearing more from this young talent as he continues honing his craft.