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Editor’s Note:James Bubba Lowe has authorized the Sabine County Reporter to announce his candidacy for reelection to Sabine County Commissioner PCT 4. As a participant in the newspaper’s Political Calendar, following is a statement issued by Lowe.

HEMPHILL — The Sabine County Texas Republicans hosted a wellattended Candidate Forum on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at The Feedstore, providing Sabine County voters the opportunity to hear directly from candidates ahead of the March 3, 2026 Republican Primary Election.

The Sabine County Commissioners Court held its first regular meeting of the year on Monday, January 12, 2026, tackling a dense agenda that prioritized public safety infrastructure, election logistics, and community funding.

Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month Brings Focus to Recovery and Hope Across Deep East Texas Imagine a son once lost in the cycle of addiction, now joyfully back at the dinner table with his family. This is the powerful difference treatment can make. January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, dedicated to highlighting the real, proven power of treatment and recovery. It’s a time to promote hope, reduce stigma, and underscore that support is available for everyone.

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and the Janelle Grum Family Crisis Center of East Texas (FCCET) is raising awareness across the region with a powerful message: trafficking is not always what people expect—and it can happen anywhere.

A cat’s health begins with their diet. In order to determine the best meals for feline friends, owners must be able to distinguish and select between numerous food options — a choice that is best made by knowing their specific cat’s needs and preferences.

“I miss our conversations!” Marilyn wrote to me. I don’t know Marilyn well, but I like her very much.