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Marcus Gardner
May 3, 2019 - Josh Crawford with Shelby County Outreach Ministies (SCOM) shares a story about Marcus Gardner, a Center ISD student, who is trying to do his part. He told his teacher that he wanted to change the world, but didn't think he alone could do something. His teacher then got him to make up a poster and he began collecting items in his classroom.
Marcus and his teacher, Melissa Munoz, stopped by Shelby County Outreach Ministries, Inc. on Friday, May 3rd to donate the items he had collected which included household items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoos, lotions, etc. that would help those in need in our community.
Crawford shared that Marcus said that he especially hopes to help the homeless; and unfortunately, Shelby County does have its share of people who find themselves without a place to stay. Crawford advised SCOM assists these people the best that they can including giving them items such as these.
"Marcus, changing the world starts with people like you. I know one thing for sure, people in our community will definitely be impacted by your caring heart. Thank you so much for dropping by and donating these much-needed items!" said Crawford to this amazing young man.
If Marcus Gardner's caring heart inspires you, let his act of kindness carry on by making a donation to SCOM in Marcus' name and show what the example of one individual can do for a community. Shelby County Today was impressed by Marcus and made a $100 donation.
Teacher, Melissa Munoz stands with Marcus Gardner and his items he donated.
May 3, 2019 - The mobile Shredding Unit will be available on the Historic Downtown Center Square on Friday, May 3rd from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Community members are invited to bring documents that need to be shredded.
The Recycle Containers will be on the Downtown Square from May 3rd – 5th. Items NOT permitted in the containers are as follows:
- NO Hazardous Material
- NO Bioharzard Materials
- NO Toxic Materials
- NO Paint or Tires
- NO Freon, Oil or other Regulated Chemicals
- NO Gasoline, Propane, other Highly Flammable Chemicals
- NO Special Waste that requires a License to Transport.
Electronics are permitted in the containers. Other items allowed include, lumber, siding, drywall, roofing, wiring, insulation, all types of bathroom and kitchen appliances, cabinets, windows & doors, piping, landscape debris, municipal waste such as standard household business trash.
Volunteers will be available to help unload your vehicles on Friday from 10:00am – 2:00pm and Saturday from 10:00am until 12Noon.
These services are provided free to the public as a service of the Shelby County Beautiful Clean program of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and our generous Sponsors:
- Shelby Savings Bank, Presenting Sponsor for Shredding Services
- Farmers State Bank, Gold Sponsor for Shredding Services
- Republic Services, Presenting Sponsor for Recycling/Disposal Services
For more information please contact the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at (936) 598-3682 or info@shelbycountychamber.com.
May 2, 2019 - On April 26, 2019 Tenaha PD Captain Joey Hudnall, Officer Johnathan Newton and Officer Nyx (K-9) visited Self Defense America to teach the students about the dangers of drugs Captain Hudnall talked with the students about the effects of drugs and they students had lots of questions for him. Captain Hudnall took the time to answer all the questions. The students really loved the demostrations with Officers Newton and Nyx. The first demonstration was on finding drug sample pouches that were used instead of actual drugs. Two pouches were pre-hidden and Officer Nyx found them with no problem. Then Officer Newton wore the attack sleeve to show how Nyx is also the protector. When Officer Newton came at Captain Hudnall with training weapons how Officer Nyx is highly trained to attack when given the command. We were so honored to have our men and k-9 in blue come and teach today!
April 29, 2019 - The Shelbyville Volunteer Fire Department would like to express our sincerest appreciation to each person who supported our recent BBQ fundraiser. We were able to raise over $11,000 for the SVFD due to the generosity of our donors and volunteers, and thanks especially our community members who came out to purchase plates, raffle tickets and make additional monetary donations despite the unfavorable weather conditions. The SVFD would like to thank Tyson, Shelbyville Grocery, Glenn Watts, McAdams Propane, JML Management, Shelbyville ISD, each person who provided baked goods and desserts for plates and for purchase, and those who came out to help cook and serve. As always, the SVFD appreciates the generous and continuous support of our community.
April 25, 2019 (Photo Album) - Receiving top honors at the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Teacher Appreciation reception were Brooke Harrison and Beth Nichols. Harrison won Shelby County Secondary Teacher of the Year and Nichols won Shelby County Elementary Teacher of the Year!
Shelby County Elementary Teacher of the Year Beth Nichols
Shelby County Secondary Teacher of the Year Brooke Harrison
The recipient of the Pam Phelps Friends of Education Award for 2019 was Shelby County Go Texan in recognition of their dedication and support to the education profession. The group gives scholarships to Shelby County graduates each year. Attending the event to accept the award on behalf of the Shelby County Go Texans was Ed Johnson.
Cancee Lester presents plaque to Ed Johnson on behalf of Shelby County Go Texan
During the reception which was held Wednesday, April 24 at the Windham Civic Center, teachers were recognized for their dedication to their students, school, and community.
All of the Teachers of the Year from the Shelby County School Campuses who were recognized were:
Center Christian Academy – Karen Mayo
F.L. Moffett Primary School – Jessica Belrose
Center Elementary School – Kirstin Trahan
Center Intermediate School – Beth Nichols
Center Middle School – Pamela Doggett
Center High School – Michele Whiddon
Roughrider Academy - Erica Klein
Excelsior ISD – Sonya Nutt
Joaquin Elementary School – Monica Smith
Joaquin Junior High School – Mary Hovey
Joaquin High School – Brett Gaylord
S.W. Carter Elementary – Jason McDonald
Shelbyville Middle School – Bailee Rash
Shelbyville High School – Brooke Harrison
Tenaha Elementary School – Carrie Jenkins
Tenaha Middle/High School – Tammy Hamilton
Timpson Elementary – Melanie Sanford
Timpson Middle School – Kendra Welch
Timpson High School – Darlene Therwhanger
Gold sponsors for the event were Farmers State Bank and Shelby Savings Bank. Silver Sponsors were Dr. James Hockenberry, Nacogdoches Medical Center, and Ray Jones Chevrolet.
April 26, 2019 - Time is running out! The book sale at the Fannie Brown Booth Library on Tenaha St in Center is nearly over! All day Friday, April 26, books will sell for half price! That means paperback books will be 25 cents and hard back books will be 50 cents. The hours for Friday are 10am-5pm.
On Saturday, April 27, the last day of the sale, books will sell for $1 a bag!. The library hours Saturday are 10am-2pm. All proceeds are used to purchase more books for the library.
April 24, 2019 - A community Easter Egg Hunt was held at Perry Sampson Park on Saturday with a rainbow of colors covering the field. Kids were excited to not only hunt eggs but also enjoyed a visit with two Easter Bunnies. Kids also enjoyed carnival type games, a cake walk, face painting, and a bouncy house.
April 24, 2019 - First Baptist Church of Center spread joy through hundreds of eggs poured across the field at Portacool Park during their Easter weekend Block Party on Saturday, April 20, 2019. Hundreds attended the event where children collected eggs and enjoyed games, bounce houses, hot dogs, and other goodies.
April 22, 2019 - Library book sale begins April 23!
Save, Save, Save!! Great sale on paperback books (50 cents each), hard back books ($1 each), and children’s books (3 for $1).
The book sale will be held at the Fannie Brown Booth Library on Tenaha Street, Center next week! April 23 - April 27, 2019.
Proceeds are used to purchase more books.
April 24, 2019 - All birthdays are good, but this one is great, so come and join us as we celebrate!
The family of Mrs. Pinkie Atkinson cordially invites everyone to join us in a grand celebration in honor of her 100th birthday. The celebration will take place Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 1-4 p.m. at the Strong Triumph Church Fellowship Hall.
Mrs. Pinkie is a former Shelby County educator who retired after over 40 years in education as well as a pillar in the community. Her most famous and well remembered accomplishment came in 1968 when she coached the East Liberty Tigers all the way to the PVIL (now a part of UIL) state championship, but there are so many other accomplishments that she's known for.
For more information, please contact Faye Dell Allen at 936-368-2611/936-572-5810. Please come out and help us celebrate this huge milestone in her life.
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