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Body NEW BOOK: “Whispers at Painswick Court” and “Lady Maybe” by Julie Klassen; “Twice the Witch” by Danielle Garrett. STORYTIME meets every Wednesday, 10-11.

Body 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.

Body Pecans, Pecans, Pecans Hemphill Garden Club has begun their Annual Pecan Sales of delicious, pecan halves, sold by the pound for $15. Contact any HGC member to get yours for your holiday baking. Text orders to 1.409. 920.2883 and a member will respond.

Body 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.

Body 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.

Body 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.

Body 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.

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

Body Happy New year! This new year ushered in a landmark birthday for me. Yep, I'm 70 years young today.

Body Hemphill, TX – The J. R. Huffman Library in Hemphill invites the public to view a new temporary exhibit, Texas America250, on loan from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) through December 30th.