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Body Yesterday I saw a friend, Bridget, whom I had not seen for a full year. “How have you been?” she asked.

Body As we welcome 2026, it is a perfect time to focus on health, hope, and new beginnings. For many older adults, the new year can also bring stress, loneliness, or uncertainty.

Body Happy New Year! Christmas has passed into the great Gulf of time and, to me, that's both a sad thing and a relief. Aww come on. Most of us are exhausted by the non stop shopping, worrying over bill roulette, figuring out what to pay for and what bill can slide a little longer.

Body PINELAND — As the City of Pineland rings in 2026 with wishes of happiness and prosperity for the community, city officials have announced that the new year brings a significant change to municipal operations.

Body As we begin a new year, many families are setting goals, reviewing household budgets, and preparing for the year ahead.

Body NEW BOOK: “End Game” by Jeffrey Archer; “Coyote Hills” by Jonathan and Jesse Kellerman; “My Beloved” by Jan Karon; “The Girl from Devil’s Island” by J.A.

Body Editor’s Note: Stephen Crowell has authorized the Sabine County Reporter to announce his candidacy for County Judge. As a participant in the newspaper’s Political Calendar, following is a statement issued by Crowell.

Body Patsy Ann Rhoden, age 82, of Houston, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025. She was born on October 8, 1943, in Houston. Left to cherish her memory is her son, Tommy Paul “T.P.

Body Hemphill — Seniors in Ms. Dana Gordy’s government class at Hemphill High School presented their community projects Monday night at Piney Woods Vineyards on the downtown square.

Body Hemphill Garden Club has begun their Annual Pecan Sales of delicious, pecan halves, sold by the pound for $15. Contact any HGC member to get yours for your holiday baking. Text orders to 1.409. 920.2883 and a member will respond. Proceeds will help with HHS Senior scholarships.