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From left: Tim Wulf, Center Noon Lions Club, Vehicle Raffle Chairman, Taylor Clark, Will Blackwell, J.B. Raymond, and salesmen Rusty Young and Michael Holt
October 8, 2018 - The winner of the 2018 Danny Foster Memorial Fundraiser of the Center Noon Lions Club for a 2018 GMC Canyon extended cab pickup is Taylor Clark. Clark was handed her keys for the GMC pickup by Center Noon Lions Club Vehicle Raffle Chairman Tim Wulf. She is a sophomore attending Panola College.
The four winners of $250 were J. Mike Bird, Ron Bellenger, TNT McDrill, and Suzanne Ihlo.
The Lions Club would like to give special thanks to Raymond Motor Company who provided the 2018 GMC pickup for the raffle.
Money raised from the fundraiser supports charities, schools, children's eye classes, children with health problems as well as assisting with building of baseball and softball fields.
October 8, 2018 - Walter Bounds provided an arial view of the East Texas Poultry Festival from the clouds. Watch the video below.
October 8, 2018 - Center Garden Club is pleased to present its Yard of the Month Award (October) to Marilyn Ballard in recognition of her commitment to maintaining a beautiful landscape at her historical 212 Houston Street home. Marilyn credits her late husband Larry for their original landscape design which he meticulously maintained for many years prior to his death. Marilyn expresses gratitude to both Mr. Gonzalez and Mr. Hornbuckle whose assistance has made it possible for her to continue to have a beautiful landscape. Center Garden Club urges everyone to drive by the Ballard home and experience the delight that a picturesque setting can bring to its owner and passerby alike!
Submitted by Carolyn Bounds
October 8, 2018 - On behalf of the 2018 Aggie Moms Benefit and Fundraiser, the Shelby County Aggie Moms would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for making donations which greatly contributed to making our fundraiser a huge success! Thank You! Whoop, Gig ‘em, and God Bless!
The Baty Family; Rachel Blount; Courtney Collins; COR Boutique - Jasper Corbell; Katie Dunn; East of Eden Ranch; Karen Fallin; Germania Insurance - Mike and Pam Furlow; Amber Graves; Hangin R AgriService; High Roller Wells; John Henry Holloway; Todd and Mary Hovey; Melanie Hughes; Hughes Florist - Heather Moody; Joaquin Ag Department; Dr. Mark Jousan, DVM; L&P Leasing Co.; Lasting Impressions; Jason and Shelley Locke; Will and Kelly Lucas; Matthews Real Estate; NAPA San Augustine; Anne Marie Patrick; Payne & Payne Home and Such Like; Paul Putska; Southern Charm; Shelby Savings Bank; Shelbyville Ag Department; Shoop Financial Services; Lynn Silvey; Texas Glacier; Texas State Bank; Tractor Supply; Doug and Angie Turk; Ultra Shade Plus; and Whataburger.
October 8, 2018 - This year’s photography show was a huge success! All the entries were exceptional and the judges certainly had a tough group of photos to work with. Thanks to all the competitors and volunteers for their interest and hard work.
A very special thanks to Dr. Charles R. Collard and his staff, for their support and help in converting the optical clinic to a photo gallery and the members of the Piney Woods Photographic Society for helping to set up and host the exhibit and greet all those who attended.
Children Division
PEOPLE
1st place - Kelsi Wood
2nd place - Kelsi Wood
FINE ART
1st place - Kelsi Wood
2nd place - Amma Lewis
SCENICS
1st place - Anna Lewis
2nd place - Kelsi Wood
3rd place - Kelsi Wood
FLOWERS
1st place - Kelsi Wood
2nd place - Kelsi Wood
ANIMALS
1st place - Kelsi Wood
2nd place - Brooklyn Scates
3rd place - Kelsi Wood
Honorable Mention: Anna Lewis
POULTRY
1st place - Kelsi Wood
2nd place - Kelsi Wood
Best of Show - Children Division - Kelsi Wood (Joaquin)
People's Choice Award - Children Division - Kelsi Wood (Joaquin)
Youth Division
FINE ARTS
1st place - Daniella Medina
2nd place - Emma Wilburn
3rd place - Holly Wilburn
Honorable Mention: Emma Wilburn
PEOPLE
1st place - Emma Wilburn
2nd place - Sandra Olalde
3rd place - Michelle Gomez
ANIMALS
1st place - Edwin Morin
2nd place - Leopoldo Garcia-Estrada
3rd place - Edwin Morin
Honorable Mention: Irving Carmona
FLOWERS
1st place - Sandra Olalde
2nd place - Holly Wilburn
3rd place - Leopoldo Garcia-Estrada
Honorable Mention: Emma Wilburn
SCENICS
1st place - Sam McSwain
2nd place - Emma Wilburn
3rd place - Jordan Segelken
DIGITAL MANIPULATION
1st place - Amanda Hughes
2nd place - Sandra Olalde
POULTRY
1st place - Grace M Parmer
2nd place - Amanda Hughes
URBANS
1st place - Sandra Olalde
2nd place - Daniella Medina-Farias
3rd place - Sam McSwain
Honorable Mention: Sam McSwain
Best of Show - Youth Division - Sandra Olalde (Center)
People's Choice Award - Youth Division - Emma Wilburn (Center)
Adults Division
ANIMALS
1st place - Billie F. Jones
2nd place - Regina Brazzel
3rd place - Regina Brazzel
Honorable Mention: Janice Carter
URBANS
1st place - Sharon Peace
2nd place - Matt Pritchard
3rd place - Lawrence Davis
Honorable Mention: Summer Koltonski
FLOWERS
1st place - Janet Hughes
2nd place - Lea Ann Robertson
3rd place - Melvin Henson
Honorable Mention: Angie Davis
FINE ART
1st place - Janice Carter
2nd place - Billie Jones
3rd place - Janet Hughes
Honorable Mention: Janice Carter
DIGITAL MANIPULATION/PHOTO RESTORATION
1ST place - Janice Carter
2nd place - Bobbie Jean Wood
3rd place - Janice Carter
Honorable Mention: Bobbie Jean Wood
POULTRY
1st place - Melvin Henson
2nd place - Linda Henson
3rd place - Regina Brazzel
Honorable Mention: Bobbie Jean Wood
SCENICS
1st place - Janet Hughes
2nd place - Regina Brazzel
3rd place - Angie Davis
Honorable Mention: Summer Koltonski
PEOPLE
1st place - Lawrence C Davis
2nd place - Angie Davis
3rd place - Lawrence C Davis
Honorable Mention: Lea Ann Robertson
Best of Show - Adult Division - Janice Carter (San Augustine)
People's Choice Award - Adult division - Bobbie Jean Wood (Center)
Additional photos of entries in the contest will be posted soon.
October 6, 2018 (More Photos) - The Chicken Clucking Contest was held Saturday, October 6th during the 42nd East Texas Poultry Festival and kids of all ages took to the stage to 'Cluck, Strut, and Crow' their way into the hearts of the judges.
The winners are:
Peeps Age 5 and Under
1st place - Ava Rafferty
2nd place - Corbin Russell
3rd place - Carson Russell and Landon Forbis (Tie)
Participants: Hudson Forbis, Ellisyn Gandy
Chicks Ages 6-11
1st place - Chace Stringer
2nd place - Alan Valadez
3rd place - Cooper Collette
Participants: Olivia Lowe, Caitlyn Madden, Sydney Neuwirth, Zac Payne, Caden Neuwirth, Rex Payne
Pullets Ages 12-16
1st place - Neena Smith
2nd place - Will Hawkins
3rd place - Chance Shuemaker
Roosters and Hens Ages 17 and Up
1st place - Sarah Gandy
2nd place - Olivia Worsham
3rd place - William Jacobs
Participants: Justin Mott, Clayton Waller
Platinum Sponsor for the event was Dr. Debrah Worsham and Award Sponsor was Payne’s Community News.
October 5, 2018 - Friends of the Library are asking for donations of used paperback and hardback books in good condition. No encyclopedias, please. Books may be brought to the Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library in Center, during regular library hours. The books will be sold in the fall book sale to be held Tuesday, October 30 –Saturday, November 3, 2018. All proceeds will go to the library for the purchase of new books. Any volunteers who can help with sorting of books may call Melba at 936-591-7036 or Amy at 936-657-8529.
The top three contestants (from left) Kalei LaRock, Abigail Hooper, and Caroline Scull
October 2, 2018 (Photos - Album1, Album2) - Abigail Hooper was crowned the 2018 East Texas Poultry Festival Queen at the 42nd Annual ETPF Queen’s Scholarship Pageant held Saturday, September 29th. First runner up was announced to be Caroline Scull and second runner up was Kalei LaRock.
Additional awards presented were:
Doo Dah Parade Awards:
Sweepstakes - Abigail Hooper
Presidential - Kalei LaRock
Mayor's - Jocelyn Berry
Hon. Mention - Makayla Mayo
Miss Congeniality - Abigail Hooper
Photogenic:
Winner - Jasmine Cooks
1st Runner Up - Kalei LaRock
2nd Runner Up - Keelan Williams
Essay Competition:
Winner - Caroline Scull
1st Runner Up - Abigail Hooper
2nd Runner Up - Makayla Mayo
GPA Competition:
Winner - Abigail Hooper
1st Runner Up - Jocelyn Berry
2nd Runner Up - Caroline Scull
UIL Participation and School Honors and Activities:
Winner - Rachel Powell
1st Runner Up - Kalei LaRock
2nd Runner Up - Mackenzie Murry
Social Skills:
Winner - Kalei LaRock
1st Runner Up - Caroline Scull
2nd Runner Up - Abigail Hooper
Interview:
Winner - Abigail Hooper
1st Runner Up - Kalei LaRock
2nd Runner Up - Jasmine Cooks
Stage Presence:
Winner - Jasmine Cooks
1st Runner Up - Caroline Scull
2nd Runner Up - (Tie) Abigail Hooper and McKenzie Murry
Committee Award - Mallory Fausett
Grand Dukes - Jake Hanson, Kutter Milford, and Logan Holloway
October 2, 2018 - In September, Delta Gamma members were take back to an earlier time with the program presented on their archives presented by Fannie Watson, Billie Bailey, and Elaine Snider.
They viewed a video from years past that re-enacted the charter meeting of the group.
Scrapbooks, newsletters, and yearbooks were viewed from the chapters start. Delta Gamma is the local chapter of key women educators from Shelby, Sabine, and San Augustine counties.
Submitted by Nora Robinson
From left: (seated) Ellen Manning, Judge Allison Harbison, Bobbie Nut, (standing) Peaches Conway, Beaula Webster, Jennifer Fountain, Shawna Walker, and Debbra Johnson
October 1, 2018 - A Proclamation was signed October 1, 2018 by County Judge Allison Harbison declaring October 7, 2018 to be Texas Extension Education Association Week. The signing was witnessed by Texas Extension AgriLife Club members.
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