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When the explorer Bonplau, also a botanist, climbed one of the highest peaks of the Andes, he found it to be a volcano. The rim of the crater was covered with scoriae, and everything that looked like blasting and desolation, but just in one little crevice he found a tiny bright flower.

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On May 8, 1945 the Allied forces celebrated Victory in Europe Day after the defeat of Nazi Germany. During the war, more than 1,500,000 military personnel came to Texas for training.

After opening prayers and the Pledge of Allegiance, on Tuesday May 6th the City Hall meeting moved into a two-hour budget workshop that gave council members and attendees a clearer look at the city’s financial priorities.

by Cynthia Beard, Director New Adult Book: “South of Nowhere” by Jeffery Deaver; “To Die For” by David Baldacci; and “The House of Cross” by James Patterson. SUMMER READING PROGRAM: “Color Your World” is the theme this year.

Commisioners court opened with a prayer and a pledge, led by County Judge Daryl Melton. Melton then asked for motions to approve the minutes and they were passed. There were no lineitem transfers to discuss and there were no budget amendments at this time, but they were left open for next month.

SABINE COUNTY JAIL (The persons named below have been charged but not proven guilty of the crimes stated. This information is obtained by written request to the Sheriff from Sabine County Reporter.

The JR Huffman Library recently added two members to their board, Stephanie Corley and Johanna Vickers. The board meets monthly and is vital in helping your local library continue to serve our community. Our library relies on fundraising, grants and donations.

Thursday, Sabine County joined thousands across the nation for an afternoon of prayer for our country. Sabine County Color Guard posted colors followed by Erin Watson singing the National Anthem. After the Pledge of Allegiance, Jeff Pile of Fairdale Baptist Church welcomed those in attendance.

Well the votes have been tabulated- both early and election day and here are the results for Sabine County. Hemphill ISD trustee Marty Griffin won re-election over Kelly Hollifield, 210 to 41.