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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. According to court documents: $750K for Murder and $250K for Tampering with Evidence/Corpse

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JR Huffman Library

1 week ago By Cynthia Beard, Director

NEW ADULT BOOKS: “A Woman’s Place” by Danielle Steele; “26 Beauties” by James Paterson; NEW YOUNG ADULT (YA) BOOK: “Lucky Witch” by Danielle Garrett NEW DVDs: “The Woman In Black”; “The Woman in Black 2”; “Earthquake Underground” NEW CHRISTIAN DVDs: “The Encounter”; “The Encounter: Paradise Lost”

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Sabine County VFW Busy Veterans and Community

1 week ago By News Staff

It has been a busy and meaningful week for the members of Sabine County Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10351, as local veterans continued their mission of service through community outreach, leadership transitions and upcoming events honoring those who served. One of the largest efforts this week was Veterans Stand Down 2026, hosted Friday at the Sabine County VFW Hall in Hemphill.

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Chamber Highlights Growth, Tourism and Wellness at May Meeting; Guestspeakers Reilly and Melton present

1 week ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

The Sabine County Chamber of Commerce gathered Tuesday, May 12, at The Feed Store Cafe for its monthly meeting, where members heard updates on upcoming community events, welcomed guest speakers, and discussed new efforts aimed at growing tourism and supporting local business throughout Sabine County.

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My Five Cents

2 weeks ago By News Staff

On April 21, 1836, the Battle of San Jacinto marked a turning point in Texas history. Led by General Sam Houston, Texas forces secured a swift victory over the Mexican army. The battle resulted in the capture of General Santa Anna and ultimately paved the way for the establishment of the Republic of Texas.

Here are five things happening around your state:

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Briefs

2 weeks ago By News Staff

Bingo VFW Post 10351 BINGO is held each Thursday. Card sales start at 5:30 p.m.

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Lorenzo White Found Guilty in Bryan Blue Murder Case, Sentenced to 99 Years

2 weeks ago By Office Of District Attorney Paul Robbins

On April 30, 2026 a Jury in the First District Court of San Augustine, Texas, found Lorenza Sherrod White guilty of the murder of San Augustine resident Bryan William Blue on December 5, 2022 in San Augustine County. The jury sentenced White to 99 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

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Sabine County Commissioners Court approves equipment financing, discusses safety improvements

2 weeks ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

The Sabine County Commissioners Court met Monday, April 27, opening the session with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance before moving through a lengthy agenda that included county financing, road safety measures, election notices, equipment surplus, and updates from county departments and community partners.

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Sabine County Master Gardeners May Garden Checklist

2 weeks ago By Donna Tyree

May can be tricky for the Texas gardener. We are transitioning to warmer weather and rain can range from excessive to nonexistent.

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UPDATED PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION NOW AVAILABLE FOR TEXAS TAXPAYERS

2 weeks ago By Sabine County Appraisal District

New and updated property tax information has just been compiled by the Sabine County Appraisal District and is available now to assist taxpayers. This property tax information is current and covers a wide range of topics, such as taxpayer remedies, exemptions and appraisals, and has information for select groups, such as disabled veterans and persons age 65 or older.