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April 27, 2018 - Children’s advocacy centers provide a safe, child-friendly environment where law enforcement, child protective services, prosecution, medical and mental health professionals may share information and develop effective, coordinated strategies sensitive to the needs of each unique case and child.


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April 25, 2018 - The Shelbyville Volunteer Fire Department recently hosted its annual BBQ fundraiser on Saturday, April 21st.

We would like to thank Tyson for their donation of 600 leg quarters, Shelbyville Grocery for donating the charcoal and the generous donor that provided the bread. We would also like to thank JML Management, McAdams Propane and East Texas Poultry Supply for donating prizes for our raffle. Last but not least, we would like to thank each person who made food and desserts; help prepare and serve plates; and purchased plates and raffle tickets. The generous support of our community is deeply appreciated.

April 23, 2018 - The Piney Woods Photography Society (PWPS) held their monthly meeting Saturday, April 21, 2018 with a large attendance to hear the very informative workshop on "Using Flash Indoors and Outside" presented by Janet Windham Hughes. The April Challenge featured a total of 26 photographs submitted by members for voting and critique on "Reflections." The quality of the pictures was outstanding and showed the talent of all who participated.

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 April Challenge Winners are:


First Place - Tie
Jan Carter, San Augustine, TX


First Place - Tie
Linda Henson, Milam, TX


Second place
Janet Hughes, Carthage, TX


Third Place
Melvin Henson, Milam TX


Breakfast Fundraiser volunteers and workers (from left) Leland Kibler, Lisa Jackson, Ismael Jackson, Jill Bailey, Darlene Mitchell, Sherry Harding, LaWan Ball, Ashley Golden, Tracy Fry, Colton Hollis and Erin Hollis

April 21, 2018 - The Shelby County Outreach Ministries' Senior Nutrition Site hosted a successful Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday morning, April 21st feeding over 100 people in the first hour. Sponsors of the fundraiser were Dazzle Me Pink & Blue, Bryant Insurance Agency, K & L Contractors, and KML Management.

The Breakfast Fundraiser is important. Community attendance and donations are appreciated because it benefits the Shelby County Senior Nutrition Site Food Fund which funds meals for seniors at the site as well as the Meals on Wheels program.

April 20, 2018 - Saturday, April 21st is a day packed with activities! Get out and enjoy Shelby County and don't forget the garage sales!!!

The Annual Breakfast Fundraiser at the Shelby County Senior Nutrition Site is set for Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 8am until 11am. All you can eat! - More Information


A community garage and bake sale is Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 8am until 2pm on Loop 500 in Center beside A1 paint and body shop at Adams Meat Market on Loop 500. - More Information


Center FFA’s Advisor Alexandria Bowen is conducting a Hunter’s Education Certification Course on Saturday, April 21, 2018 8am-3pm at James Greer Agriculture Building (Ag Building 1 behind the main Center High School Building) - More Information


Dutch Oven Cooking is Saturday, April 21 at the Boles Field Pavilion. Set up is at 9am with pots on the table at 12:00 noon. - More Information


The Piney Woods Photographic Society will be holding their regular monthly meeting this Saturday, April 21, 2018, in the basement of the First United Methodist Church, from 9:00 am. until 12 noon. - More Information


Tri-County Community Action Agency is hosting S.M.A.R.T. Seminar on April 21st from 9am until 3pm. The 1st session is from 10am to 12noon and 2nd session is from 1pm to 3pm. - More Information


Shelby County Cruisers Third Annual Spring Fling Car Show will be held from 10am until 2pm Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 1110 Hurst Street in the Ivan Smith parking lot, intersection of State Highway 87 and U.S. Highway 96 (Hurst Street). - More Information


"Take Off the Mask," Women's Conference is set for Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 10am at Open Door Worship Center. - More Information


The Shelbyville Volunteer Fire Department is hosting their Annual Bar-B-Que fundraiser on Saturday, April 21, 2018 and will start serving at 11am at the fire station. - More Information


Please join the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and the staff at Blake Furniture for a Ribbon Cutting and celebration on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Blake Furniture is located at 108 Selma Street. - More Information


Rather Cemetery Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 4pm in the Ephesus Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. - More Information


The Shelby County A&M Club announces Aggie Muster 2018 will be on Saturday, April 21st at the John D. Windham Civic Center. Event begins at 5pm and the cost is $10 per person or $25 for a family of 3 or more. - More Information


The James Antioch Community will meet Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 6:30 pm in the James Antioch Community Building. - More Information


Dr. Gregory Powell, Brenda Giles, Phillip Grimes, and Jodie Reed

April 20, 2018 - On April 11, 2018, the Panola College Foundation held their final board meeting for the academic year where Dr. Greg Powell, President of Panola College, presented board members who had completed their term with a token of the Foundation’s appreciation. Board members serving their final term included Brenda Giles, Phillip Grimes, and Jodie Reed.

“Panola College and the Panola College Foundation greatly value the generosity and time commitment these board members have contributed over the past several years,” said Dr. Greg Powell, Panola College president.

April 19, 2018 - A Presidential Proclamation has been issued asking Flags to be lowered to half-staff in honor and as a mark of respect for former First Lady Barbara Bush. Flags are to be lowered from now until the day of her interment which is Saturday, April 21 until sunset.

Remember if you have other flags flying with the US Flag they should also be lowered. Flags that cannot be lowered can show respect for the day by tying a black cord or ribbon to the top of the staff.

Read the proclamation here: PRESIDENTIAL PROCLAMATION

Charles and Judy DelaneyApril 18, 2018 - Charles and Judy Delaney presented a musical program of favorite hymns to guests and members of the Golden Harvest Ministries Club at their April 16, 2018 meeting. Tables were decorated with flowers from Linda Bordelon's Wildscape which were examples of horticultural entries of a typical Flower show. Included were the rare Texas natives green dragon and Jack-in-the Pulpit.

Carl Smith and W.A. Moore celebrated birthdays and anniversary greetings went to Winnie and John Preston, 34 years, and Dot and David Bain, 23 years. The scrapbook was on display for viewing.

Visitors are welcome to bring a covered dish for the luncheon and join in the fun and fellowship. This senior citizen group meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 11:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall of the First Baptist Church in Center, Texas.

Submitted by Linda Bordelon, Reporter


Texas native plant green dragon on display at the Golden Harvest Ministries Club


Texas Native Jack-in-the Pulpit

April 12, 2018 - The Center Garden Club is hosting a Plant Sale on Friday, April 13th on the Court House Square. The sale will be from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

Many varieties of plants will be available, from old pass-along plants and your Grandmother’s old garden favorites to some of the newest and most exotic varieties on the market. Be sure to arrive early for the best selections.

Members will bring bromeliads, angel trumpet, yarrow, golden rain trees, Brazilian button flower, pink gaura, Japanese cedar shrubs, Itsaul summer raspberry plants for our area, butterfly weed for the Monarch butterfly larvae, and many other plants for hummers and butterflies.

Those of us who live in East Texas are blessed with a large variety of plants to choose from when planning the garden or landscape. Many of the native plants listed above are naturally occurring plants that have adapted to the climate, geography, and habitat of the region. They are generally hardy, are low maintenance, and easy to grow. They are adapted to the environment and do not require much attention. Many of them attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators essential to our ecosystem and offer food and shelter for our wildlife.

We welcome new members. Anyone interested in joining this great group of gardeners should come by and visit with us during this once-a-year sale.


From left: Dispatchers Jolene Tindol, Karen Shields, Miranda Thornburgh, Amy Lindley, Donna Dugger, and Jennifer Stroud with Chief Jim Albers.

April 11, 2018 - The Center Police Department and Ladies Auxiliary hosted a celebration on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 to honor their dispatchers for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

Dispatchers enjoyed cake donated by Wal-Mart and punch along with a gift which included a sign with their name and gift cards from Little Caesar’s pizza and Sonic.

Chief of Police Jim Albers advised the department has 10 dispatchers with some working  full-time and others part-time. Albers advised somebody has to be there to answer when citizen's call.

Thank you Dispatchers! From the Center Police Department and the Center Police Department Ladies Auxiliary.

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