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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.

Garage Sale Fridays Bring New Treasure Hunt to the Sabine County Farmers & Artisan Market

2 months ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

If you've been looking for another reason to visit the Sabine County Farmers & Artisan Market on Fridays, here's one worth adding to your calendar. Garage Sale Fridays have officially arrived, and after stopping by last week, we can tell you—it was an absolute delight.

Garage Sale Fridays Bring New Treasure Hunt to the Sabine County Farmers & Artisan Market

Hometown Nurse Appointed by Governor Abbott to Help Shape Texas

2 months ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

No matter how far her work takes her, Brittany Henson has never forgotten where she came from. Now, the RN, American Heart Association senior program consultant, and Sabine County Hospital nurse has another title to add to her résumé: gubernatorial appointee.

Hometown Nurse Appointed by Governor Abbott to Help Shape Texas

A New Chapter Begins: Toledo Bend Inn Officially Opens in Sabine County

2 months ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

Sometimes a building deserves a second chance. Wednesday, Toledo Bend Inn officially opened its doors, marking not just the reopening of a hotel, but the beginning of a new chapter for tourism in Sabine County.

A New Chapter Begins: Toledo Bend Inn Officially Opens in Sabine County

More Than a Designation: Sabine County Hospital Earns State Trauma Recognition

2 months ago By Johanna Vickers Sabine County Reporter

When someone you love is fighting for their life, designations, certifications and inspections suddenly become very personal. Recently, our own family experienced the kind of heart attack most people never walk away from—a catastrophic 'widow maker' caused by a 100 percent blockage.

Photo L to R: Deb Harkins, Sabine County EMS Administrator; Carmen Stuck, Deep East Texas Regional Advisory Council (DETRAC) Manager; Logan Maxey, Radiology Director; Deborah Arndt, Laboratory Manager; Kelly Clark, Trauma Coordinator; Katie Foarde, DSHS Trauma Surveyor; Kaylee McDaniel, Hospital Administrator; Dr. Gregory Backofen, Trauma Medical Director; and Brian Corley, Chief Nursing Officer. photo submitted

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2 months ago By Summer Program

Hemphill ISD offers free meals to children and teens ages 18 and under. They do NOT need to be enrolled at Hemphill ISD to attend. Enrolled students with disabilities up to age 21 may also attend. Where: Hemphill ISD Cafeteria. You must check in at a campus office.

Gatorsaurus...

2 months ago By News Staff

Gator Country came out to the Hemphill library’s summer reading program and brought an “Alligatorsaurus” for the kids to learn about and hold. Who knows, these reptiles could be related to the prehistoric giants. They also brought a turtle and a corn snake.