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May 29, 2018 - If you are a Shelby County Cancer Survivor, we invite to our annual Relay For Life Survivor Luncheon which will be held on June 2, 2018 from 12 noon to 2:00pm at the Windham Civic Center. We want to honor and celebrate you and your caregivers! RSVP now by calling Becky Parfait at 936-332-3456 or emailing her at beckyparfait@yahoo.com, or calling Jennifer Garcia at 936-634-2940 so that we know you are coming!
Also, the 2018 Relay For Life of Shelby County will start immediately following the Survivor Luncheon. Opening Ceremonies will begin about 2:15pm which will include our Survivor lap, Caregiver lap, Team recognition, and more. This is the 13th annual Relay For Life of Shelby County and we hope that everyone will come help us celebrate our Survivors and Caregivers and remember all of those we have lost to cancer. I am proud to live in a county that supports the fight against this horrible disease. The American Cancer Society has made great strides in researching and developing new treatments for all cancers. Please come support the Relay and our fight against cancer. If you would like more information or have any questions, please email Becky Parfait at beckyparfait@yahoo.com. Together, we can change peoples lives!
May 30, 2018 - Over 5000 meals Recovered in the Second Year!
Center ISD is committed to preparing students for their future, and an important part of that future is the community in which they live. When the community thrives, everyone benefits. Partnerships between community stakeholders is an opportunity to share resources and initiate new programs.
A successful partnership during the past school year between the Senior Nutrition Site/Meals-on-Wheels program, CHS Culinary students and Southwest Food Service has resulted in the recovery and donation of 5,985 week-end meals to the Meals-on-Wheels program. The program will begin its third year when the new school year begins!
May 29, 2018 - As Law Enforcement Appreciation month comes to a close, I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to my deputies and investigators at the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, and to my Chief, Kevin Windham. I currently have nine deputies, four investigators and my Chief to handle upwards of 1,000 cases per month. This is an enormous task for 14 people.
I would like to thank all five constables: Zack Warr, Jamie Hagler, Roy Cheatwood, Jake Metcalf and Robert Hairgrove; Center Police Department, Timpson Police Department, Tenaha City Police, Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Parks and Wildlife and District Attorney Investigator Joey Haley. With the help of all these officers, many times working out of their jurisdiction, they help ensure Shelby County is covered when you are in need of help. We are all working hard to make Shelby County a safe and great place to live and raise our families.
Please join me in thanking these officers the next time you see one working to keep you safe.
Sheriff Willis Blackwell
Keep the Legacy Alive with memories of classmates
May 28, 2018 - Mrs. Hazel Dixon Daniels expressed memories of her class of 1947 that graduated 71 years ago. These memories are found in Dr. Tatum’s book, ‘Dew Drops on the Pine Needles.”
She remembers three of her teachers: Mody Nobles, who played softball with the pupils. (Can you imagine Mrs. Nobles playing softball). She was a well-remembered teacher by all who took classes from her.
Second teacher Hazel remembers is Beulah Biglow – who was the music teacher and was over the glee club. I remember reading about the travels that group made to sing on different programs.
Third teacher is Donnie L. Boothe – whom the classmates loved to listen to as she read them stories.
Who, Mrs. Hazel added, can forget Dorothy McGough – who taught the girls at Daniels to be lady-like and earn respect from other people.
Keeping the legacy alive we recognize some of her classmate favorites. Some are still alive and doing well in their late eighties.
The valedictorian of the class was my mom’s good friend Eula Mae Ayers Conner and the salutatorian was V.L. Crockett. The most popular girl and boy who are still living were Hazel Garrett Brown living in Longview and Booker Coleman who lives In Oklahoma. They both were present at their first class reunion in 1983 in San Augustine, TX. Hazel Dixon Daniels was the class poet. I wonder if she can still rhyme. Then there was Dorothy Allen White who was the class sponsor, who presently lives with a son in Wichita, Kansas.
The school colors were purple and gold which still stands for ‘Daniels High.’ Remember to Keep the Legacy Alive.
Jennifer Fausett, Debbra Johnson and Michelle Askew (not pictured)
May 24, 2018 - After 12 weeks of setting weight loss goals, learning to prepare and eat healthy and tasty meals, participating in daily fitness activities, supporting each other through ups and downs and many, many “five-highs,” the 78 biggest losers of weight in Extension’s Step Up, Scale Down program were recognized, and the top three winners of weight loss were announced on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at the Shelby County Extension office. All total, the group lost an astounding 622 pounds.
The first place winner with 14.6% weight loss was Jennifer Fausett. She was awarded a check of $500. The second place winner with 10.7% weight loss was Debbra Johnson. She was awarded a check of $300. The third place winner was Michelle Askew with a 8.9% weight loss. She was awarded a check of $100.
“Overall, this was a great way to lose some weight and learn how to make positive lifestyle changes,” said Jheri-Lynn McSwain, County Extension Agent. McSwain added, “I’m so proud of all the participants in this year’s class. They worked very hard to meet their weight loss goals and to become more physically active – and the results show.” If you have questions about these wellness programs, please contact Jheri-Lynn McSwain, County Extension Agent – Family & Community Health at 598-7744 or jlmcswain@ag.tamu.edu.
May 24, 2018 - Thanks to supporters Raymond Motors, Sabine State Bank and everyone who helped in any way with our 2018 event.
Our fourth Tiddler 2018 noted just under 60 riders, support riders and bike game participants.
This year we honored a friend, Mike Storie, who sadly passed away last year. A big time was had by all.
Plan to join us next year.
May 23, 2018 - President Helen Collard welcomed members and guests to the May 21 meeting of the Golden Harvest Ministries Club at Fellowship Hall of the First Baptist Church in Center, Texas.
Guest speaker Mike Brister explained the purpose of the Stepstones International Ministry and how local churches participate. Schools are being built around the world, and recent help was given in Rockport after Hurricane Harvey.
David Mathis, Associate Pastor of Worship and Education of the First Baptist Church in Center, Texas, added to the worship in music at the May Golden Harvest Ministries Club by playing the guitar while members sang "America the Beautiful" in preparation for the celebration of Memorial Day. Members also sang "Happy Birthday" to Mike Bordelon, Charlotte Smith, Jo Warr, Winnie Preston, and Janette Harvey.
Submitted by Linda Bordelon, Reporter
May 23, 2018 - The PWPS held their monthly meeting Saturday, May 19, 2018 with a large attendance to hear the very informative workshop on "The Sunny 16 Rule" describing how synchronize the proper settings on your camera for taking outdoor photographs, presented by Janet Windham Hughes.
The May Challenge featured a total of 24 photographs submitted by members for voting and critique on "Black and White". The quality of the pictures was outstanding and showed the talent of all who participated. Afterward, club members went on a photo shoot to the Lily Farm, on Hwy 7 West, Center, Texas, to utilize all the new information they learned in the workshop. Although the heat was gruesome, we helped each other with locating a good specimen to shoot and advice on how to get the best shot, because that is what we do in the PWPS, help you to learn more about photography.
The Piney Woods Photographic Society is meant for camera enthusiasts of all skills and interests. Our goal is to help you become a better photographer and give you a place to meet others who share your passion for photography. We try to create programs and activities with information and instruction for all skill levels in an environment of support and cooperation.
Visitors are welcome to attend our meetings with or without a member.
The PWPS would like to welcome new member Pollene Walker, Center, TX., we know you will be an asset to the club.
May Challenge: Black and White
1st Place - Tie
Billie F. Jones, Center, Texas
1st Place - Tie
Sam Flarity, Marshall, Texas
1st Place - Tie
Lawrence C Davis, Center, Texas
1st Place - Tie
Janice Carter, San Augustine, Texas
2nd Place - Tie
Melvin Henson, Milam, Texas
2nd Place - Tie
Angie Davis, Center, Texas
3rd Place - Tie
Donna Holt, Center, Texas
3rd Place - Tie
Janet Hughes, Carthage, Texas
May 21, 2018 - Shelby County Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8904 and the Auxiliary invite the public to their annual Memorial Day Program to be held in the 1885 Historic Courthouse on the square in Center, Monday May 28, 2018.
The program will begin at 11:00 a.m. The 203 names of Shelby County military killed in action/missing in action from the Spanish American War to today’s War on Terrorism will be read. While the names are being read, the public is invited to help decorate the Memorial Wreath.
Guest speaker will be past Texas VFW State Commander Dan West who served in the US Marine Corps 1983-1994 with service in Beirut, Korea, Operation Desert Shield/Storm and Panama.
At the end of the program all will adjourn outside to the Veterans Memorial for the playing of Taps and raising the flags to full staff. Please make plans to join us. Bring your family as this is an excellent opportunity to educate our youth about the sacrifices of many.
Call Post QM Larry Hume for information or questions, 598-2976.
May 17, 2018 - The RIO Theatre will host a special red carpet premiere night on Friday, May 18th for "GAMECHANGER: The Kenneth Harvey Story" which is a story about an extraordinary man from Logansport, Louisiana!
The RIO Theatre is extremely thankful for all of their patrons and invites everyone to see "GAMECHANGER: The Kenneth Harvey Story" starting Saturday, May 19th through Tuesday, May 22nd. Friday night, May 18th, the theatre will host its first ever red carpet event for the opening premiere night with cast and crew the featured guest. A limited number of tickets will be available at the box office for the public so come early for a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Showtime is at 7:30pm and box office opens at 7pm. The show will end at 9pm. No discount tickets will be sold on Monday or Tuesday as this is a premiere event with the RIO Theatre showing the film before any others.
A story about One Man, One Brother and One Community!
On November 13, 1964, the small town of Logansport, Louisiana, was changed; never to be the same. The local hero and football quarterback, Kenneth Harvey, was injured making a seemingly routine tackle, but was forever paralyzed from the brain stem contusion injury he received. He would never walk again.
A phenomenal athlete, and a better person, who excelled at basketball, as well as football, would never see the field or court again, except from his wheelchair. But this story did not end with that injury, and it was not just about Kenneth, but all of us.
In 2009, a group of friends, classmates, and coaches honored Kenneth Harvey. Not just about Kenneth, but his family, his coaches, his classmates, and, yes, his community. This film will tell the story of a man who grew up in a small home in Bethel, the son of a couple who endured enough pain and heartbreak that most of us cannot fathom.
It is the hope of the alumni of Logansport High School that you will find in your heart to contribute to see this dream come to fruition. A Kenneth Harvey Special Needs Trust fund has been set up for supplemental benefits needed for Kenneth. In addition, through the leadership of Ben Freeman and the support of an Advisory Planning Team, made up of friends and classmates, GAMECHANGER; The Kenneth Harvey Story, L.L.C. has been established to receive contributions for the making of the documentary.
This is a story that needs to be told, and it needs to be told in Kenneth’s lifetime. Director, Troy LeBlanc, from San Antonio, has been working for more than a year on background material and interviews.
The Rio Theatre in Center, TX will be hosting the premiere film May 18th through May 22nd. We are looking forward to seeing the film touch many lives!
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