(1)  Chester “Buck” Sloan and his wife Shirley Grimes Sloan will present Buck’s program about his involvement in World War II at about 6:15 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025 at...

Our summer  started off with a “BANG!”  Our Summer Reading Program started last Tuesday.  Ms. Tori has been planning for months, all kinds of fun...

As we approach the Fourth of July, we celebrate the anniversary of our nation's independence and honor those who have fought to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. Whether...

Hello, San Augustine County. It's July, and the heat is already here. July marks the second half of the year; make yours better than the first.  We have a ton of exciting...

In early 1953 my father, Cecil, and my uncle, Ben Woods, opened an appliance store in a building on the east side of the square in downtown San Augustine, TX.  This...

With the Dog Days of Summer upon us and cucumbers in peak season, a cool cucumber recipe will be a big success at your family gathering.  This month’s recipe, Sliced...

Sunday, June 22, is the final day for Governor Abbott to sign or veto bills passed during the 89th Legislative Session. Without either action, the bill will become law and...

It seems that the twenty-first century has produced a general feeling among the female of the species that men are no longer needed.  I read articles and see programs on...

Sunday, June 22, is the final day for Governor Abbott to sign or veto bills passed during the 89th Legislative Session. Without either action, the bill will become law and...

Every Friday found myself and Lee Pardue in the company car making sales calls to our more productive agents.  I was employed by an insurance company based in Burlington,...

Hello again from the Chamber. This is the month summer officially starts, although it's already gotten hot. We are gearing up for our annual Civic Auction, scheduled for...

The state legislature will adjourn on Tuesday as we reach the 140th day of the legislative session, or Sine Die, which means “without days.” It has been a productive...

It seems that zombies are on the prowl again.  They are appearing in movies, videos, and even television commercials. I have met a few “living” zombies driving automobiles...

As we approach the end of the 89th Legislative Session, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you to all the folks back home. I could not be more appreciative for all of...

One of my favorite times in East Texas is when the tomatoes start ripening on the vines.  I’m reminded of past years when kitchen counters are covered with red ripe...