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Join us Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 6 p.m. at The Feedstore in Hemphill to hear Representative Joanne Shofner give an in-depth overview of the Texas Legislature sessions. Be ready with any questions and concerns. See you there! Ceci Matthews, Sabine County Republican CEC Chair

On October 2, 1835, fighting began between Mexican soldiers and the Texas militia at Gonzales, officially starting the Texas Revolution. American colonist at Gonzales had refused a request by the Mexican government to surrender a small cannon that had been given to the settlement years earlier to defend against Indian raids. When the settlers declined the request, Mexican soldiers were dispatched to retrieve it. The iconic “Come and Take it” flag was raised above the cannon during the battle, and the moniker was adopted by the Texian rebels.

What an amazing evening of “out of this world” fun to support the ‘Remembering Columbia’ Museum! A packed house at the Hemphill VFW, a delicious dinner, incredible silent auction items, live music and dancing, and table decorating competition. Our keynote speaker, Space historian and journalist shared some amazing stories and even brought a moon rock! We are so grateful for your support. Save the date — next year’s gala is Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Hemphill, Texas – For Sophie Galloway, coffee is more than a morning pickme- up—it’s a lifelong passion rooted in family tradition and a love of natural, handcrafted flavors. A 2019 graduate of Hemphill High School, Galloway wasted no time pursuing her dreams.

Tristan Warner Horton has proudly completed his Basic Military Training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. Following graduation, Horton also finished the Basic Defender Course, where he earned the rank of Airman First Class (A1C). Both courses were conducted through the United States Air Force Training School at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

Editor’s Note: Olsen has authorized the Sabine County Reporter to announce his candidacy for Justice of the Peace of Precinct 1. As a participant in the newspaper’s Political Calendar, following is a statement issued by Olsen.

Buy-Sell-Trade: A new business to check out on the end of Cafe in The Pines on SH 87 in Hemphill. For full details, stop by the old Lane’s building where Helping Hands used to be. photo submitted

What a wonderful season of support from Sabine County and surrounding areas for this year’s Pineland Day. Kenzy Bragg was crowned as Miss Pineland Day and full details on all the activites and community awards will be in next week’s edition of The Reporter.