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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.

For the Record

4 years ago By News Staff

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.

County Agent’s Report

4 years ago By News Staff

Chanelle Svehla Squash vine borer is a common clearwing moth whose larvae feed inside the vines and crowns of summer squash, winter squash, and pumpkins (all members of the cucurbit family). Signs that your plants have been infested with them include yellowing of leaves and wilting.

Parking spot fundraiser...

4 years ago By News Staff

Painting the parking lot on the west side parking lot of the West Sabine High School was Barbara Walker (sitting) and Beverly Craig (rolling). There are approximately 50 parking spaces in that lot, each depicting a different painting showing off Tiger Pride!

Texas 4-H round up wraps up 75th year celebrating AG education

4 years ago By News Staff

The largest gathering of 4-H members and supporters in the country spread across the Texas A&M University campus June 6-10. More than 2,400 youth and others involved in the Texas 4-H program attended this year’s Texas 4-H Roundup held at Texas A&M University.

Purple Heart ...

4 years ago By News Staff

The Purple Heart was created by General George Washington, first President of the United States, in 1782, then called a Badge of Merit. It was awarded to soldiers who performed heroic and notable actions; Washington himself awarded only three.

Let them be Little

4 years ago By News Staff

On a scorching hot day this summer, I sat in Sabean’s and enjoyed my favorite cool drink, Hibiscus Tea, half sweet, half unsweet. In the door came a little girl with wispy blond hair, sandals on her feet and the brightest red lipstick (which had been selfapplied) on her tiny bow mouth.

Hemphill VFW to show support for families of servicemen and women now serving

4 years ago By News Staff

Shortly after World War I the Gold Star Mothers Club was formed in the United States to provide support for mothers that lost sons or daughters in the war. The name came from the custom of families of servicemen hanging a banner called a Service Flag in the window of their homes.

There's always room for bees...

4 years ago By News Staff

Experienced bee keeper Sam Franklin (2nd from left) demonstrating one method of fumigating a bee hive to prevent hive beetles. Novice bee keeper John Jenkins (left) is joined by Margie and Thomas Fitch who visited from Shreveport to explore the hobby of bee keeping.

News you may not have seen broadcast

4 years ago By News Staff

by Bill Dodson Sabine County Reporter It may be the heat making people crazy, since it seems as though it’s been extraordinarily hot across most of the country.

Briefs

4 years ago By News Staff

Service Club Pineland Service Club will be meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug.

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