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Residents at Legacies Nursing and Rehabilitation in Hemphill enjoyed a Water Party on Friday, June 17th. Hot dogs and snow cones were enjoyed, as well as a constant barrage of water balloons and blasts from water cannons. It was hot, so nobody complained! When asked what they were celebrating, the Activities Director at Legacies Amber Bumstead responded, “It’s hot, time for a water party!” More pics at the Reporter FB page and our sabinecountyreporter.com

The regular meeting of the Commissioners Court of Sabine County was opened on June 13 with the prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, followed by approval of the previous meetings minutes. There were no line-item transfers or budget amendments to consider.

Picture 1: The Lamar scholarship goes to Harley Richmond on June 9th. Pictured is SW Randy Tomlinson and Ms. Richmond. Picture 2: The Community Builder Award goes to Alfredo Williams on June 9th. Pictured is SW Randy Tomlinson and Mr. Williams

The Pineland Service Club held their meeting on June 9, at the West Sabine High School cafeteria. The rather short meeting was called to order by President Kim Rhame, followed by prayer given by V.P. T.A. Lane, and a fine meal. Janice then read off the minutes of the last meeting followed by the treasurers report, and both were approved.

Do you enjoy your child? Do you like spending time with your child? Do you ever enter the magic of their world, instead of only immersing them in the routines of your world? As an Early Childhood Educator and Lover of Children, I want to help you and your child to truly gain the most magical moments with one another.

What does Galway, Ireland and Jasper, Texas have in common? Danny O'Flaherty, who happens to be one of the more unique entertainers in the East Texas/West Louisiana area. Born in Galway, now living in Jasper, Danny spends his time in small venues, sharing Irish music and folk songs, not only the songs, but the history of the song. With a country so rich in history as Ireland, there is not shortage of music to share. Danny has just returned home from his latest Irish excursion, a long vacation spent gathering new old songs and recharging his internal Irish batteries. HIs show at the Actors Studio Saturday night was proof that his efforts were worthwhile, as Danny entertained the crowd with the stories behind the songs, shared as only someone with true Irish roots could do.

In the neighborhood of 1,000 members, individuals, families, businesses, 12 Board members, 52 years of serving the Toledo Bend Lake area, showing no signs of slowing down. Many of the programs established years ago are still are growing , new programs are taking shape as growing membership brings new ideas. Last week we gave a timeline of a few of those ideas, this week we had a chance to see one of the more popular ideas in action.