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He's Free: Houston Lawyer posts $1 million dollars to get out of jail after killing his son in Sabine County

1 year ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

#UPDATE Michael C. Howard is out of jail today, just one week after confessing that he shot his 20-year-old son and burned his body. December 9, 2024, Howard went before Judge Mixon in Sabine County where his bond was lowered from $20 Million ($10 million for each charge) to $1 million total.

Domestic Violence Awareness...

4 days ago By News Staff

Judge Richard Barnett pictured with Brittany Newman and Family Crisis Center of East Texas represenative, signed a court approved proclamation, recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness month.

Commissioners extend burn ban, update right-of-way rules and move forward with radio tower repairs

4 days ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

HEMPHILL — Sabine County Commissioners extended the countywide burn ban, approved updated rightof- way requirements for utility work and moved forward with repairs to the county’s storm-damaged radio tower during their regular meeting Monday, Sept. 28.

First Friday brings music, movies, shopping to downtown Hemphill

4 days ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

Downtown Hemphill will welcome October with another First Friday celebration Oct. 2, offering an evening of live music, shopping, food and family activities around the square.

A night under the stars...

4 days ago By News Staff

GALACTIC GALA — An “Out of This World” Night Supporting Columbia’s Legacy! The sold out fundraiser was held Saturday at Hemphill’s VFW. .

Abbott brings affordability campaign to Hemphill, hears from rural East Texans

4 days ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

Gov. Greg Abbott brought his reelection campaign to Hemphill Monday, meeting privately with a small group of East Texas residents before outlining his affordability proposals and taking questions from members of the media.

Abbott brings affordability campaign to Hemphill, hears from rural East Texans

Briefs

4 days ago By Community Eligibility Provision (cep)

The Hemphill ISD announced today it will operate the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2026-2027 school year.

Sabine County Joins National Flood Insurance Program, Opening Access to Federal Flood Coverage

4 days ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

Sabine County property owners and renters now have access to federally backed flood insurance following the county’s entry into the regular phase of the National Flood Insurance Program, a change that also brings new floodplain-management requirements for future development.

Pet Talk

4 days ago By News Staff

When disaster strikes, the decisions made in the first few minutes can shape the safety of every member of a household, including pets. Being prepared for a variety of emergencies can replace last-minute panic with clear, practical action.

Face to Face

4 days ago By Carrie Classon

I was driving back to my little motel after my first two talks of the week. Earlier this year, I attended a national conference for librarians.

Pink in East Texas: Breast Cancer Awareness Takes on Special Importance for Rural Women

4 days ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

October brings pink ribbons to storefronts, football fields, churches and community events across East Texas as communities recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month. But behind the pink is a message particularly important for women living in rural communities: make the appointment.

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