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The call was to ring out the old and bring in the new in San Augustine the night of March 18, 1950. That was the night that the last call was made on the old telephone switchboard at 11:42 pm by Mayor Guy Z. Moore. After the proper switches were made by telephone technicians, Mayor Moore made the very first dialed call on the new telephone system.

Yesterday, I saw a bunch of cousins. I have a lot of cousins.

Veterinarians play an essential role in keeping pets healthy, often working as a team to ensure each animal receives the care it needs. In some cases, a board-certified specialist with advanced training in a specific body system or field of medicine may be sought to collaborate with primary care veterinarians, offering additional insight that helps expand diagnostic and treatment options.

At my age remembering something or other is a full time job. My keys? My wallet? I spend a lot of time putting down my pockets but that isn't the kind of remembering I'm talking about.

In August the Legislature began our Second Called Special Session. We again have 30 days to complete the items on the Governor’s call.

We are OPEN THE FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH, 1pm-8pm, for checkouts, computer usage, or anything else you need. At 5pm we will have FAMILY GAME NIGHT until closing! Yes, it is for the whole family. All we ask to participate is a monetary donation of your choosing. All funds will be used for book purchases. Games will be provided. We look forward to seeing everyone on September 6th!!

Editor’s Note: Barnett has authorized the Sabine County Reporter to announce his candidacy for Sabine County Judge. As a participant in the newspaper’s Political Calendar, following is a statement issued by Barnett I am a lifelong resident of Sabine County and a 1992 graduate of Hemphill High School. My wife (Stacee) and I have been married for 29 years; we have three adult daughters, two grandchildren and two more due any time now. We have been blessed in that I had a career that has allowed us to raise our children here, a proud legacy that dates back five generations to the Republic of Texas.

Sabine County native Christine Clark has turned her creativity into a new children’s activity book, now available on Amazon for children ages three to five years old. The book combines fun with learning, featuring interactive puzzles, activities, and creative challenges that encourage children to think, explore, and enjoy the process of discovery.

Local Game Warden, Ryan Svehla recently turned a nuisance alligator call into an educational opportunity for area youth. After responding to a report of an alligator displaying unusual behavior, the reptile swam within just two feet of him — an uncommon and potentially dangerous sign that the animal may have been fed by humans. The officer was able to safely capture the alligator and then use it as a live teaching tool. Over the next day, countless children were given the chance to learn why feeding wild animals is harmful and received a short lesson on the American alligator. Many seized the moment to interact with the reptile, gaining a rare, handson experience with one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures. As always, his daughters were the first to step up and meet the gator, never missing a chance to connect with wildlife. “The best part of my job is being able to educate and bridge the gap between humans and wildlife,” he shared.