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Hemphill, Texas – The Sabine County Commissioners Court met Monday, September 22, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. on the second floor of the Sabine County Courthouse. County Judge Daryl Melton opened the session with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance before commissioners moved through a busy agenda that included youth programs, budget approvals, community events, and employee benefits.

The Sabine County Reporter has been authorized to announce the candidacies of the below named persons for the offices named subject to action in the March 3, 2026 Primary elections. The announcement fee (which must be paid in advance) includes a statement and photograph to run one time. Fees are $200. The name on the calendar runs each week until the election.

Dear Editor, I\\ have been attending all Louisiana Sabine River Authority board meetings since the subject of selling water out of Toledo Bend Lake came up. The last meeting held on September 25th was interesting to say the least.

BINGO! It’s TIME! We will be having a bingo fundraiser Sunday, October 5th at the VFW Hall. Doors open at 1:00. Mark your calendars and come support the library!! We also have “SPLIT THE POT” tickets available here in the library or you can purchase them from any board member. The pot will benefit the library and the VFW. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. There is also a BASKET RAFFLE for the same price. It contains lots of goodies to make you BBQing or Grilling a huge success! It even comes with a 52qt. igloo cooler that was donated by Ritters! Items are still being added. Follow our facebook page for updates!

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