My mother grew up during the great depression.  As a young girl, she waited on tables in her mother’s café, Chloe’s Kitchen.  As a precocious child, she no doubt acquired...

(1) Be sure to read William Lanigan’s article on McMahan Chapel in the February 2026 issue of Charm magazine.  2)  Chuck Dendy will discuss the life of trial lawyer J. J....

The comedian Don Rickles used to have a joke – “Call me a taxi.  OK, you are a taxi...”  It was usually good for a few laughs.  However, if you are in need of a taxi around...

Good afternoon, everyone, glad we have survived the winter storm. Thanks to D.E.T.E.C., the Sheriff's Office, San Augustine City, and all county officials for everything,...

If you’ve lived in Deep East Texas for any length of time, you learn to keep one eye on the weather. Around here, we’ve seen just about everything — floods, wildfires,...

Perhaps you have heard the phrase, “A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush”.  But is that thirteenth century proverb correct?  Our cat, Miss Kitty, taught me a lesson...

Here are five things happening around your state:  1. Governor announces investments in rural healthcareGovernor Greg Abbott announced that Texas will receive more than...

If you were born prior to WW11 you probably knew Kilroy.  You might have had a yellow or orange lapel pin with his nose hanging over the label, and the top of his hands...

In celebration of School Board Appreciation Month, I hope that all parents, teachers, and students will join me in recognizing our local School Board Members who have...

With the holidays officially behind us, I’d like to wish you all a Happy New Year! As we turn the page on one year and begin another, we’re afforded a unique opportunity...

Delbert McLain smiled at the sign in Marvin Pincus’s yard as he walked briskly up to the front door and knocked. Marvin had seen him coming and opened it with a big smile...

As we approach the celebration of Christmas, I’m reminded how easy it can be to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season. Between family gatherings, travel...

This time of year reminds us of the importance of faith, family, and community. And with a new year just ahead, I am grateful for the trust you place in me and the...

Teenagers today don’t know much about pay telephones.  They have telephones in their room at home, and cell phones to take with them everywhere they go.  They are never...

Wow! What a great time we’ve had at SAPL since my last “Library Lowdown”.  We have completed our new Teen/Young Adult space.  It’s a great place for our teenagers and young...