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June 23, 2026 - The John Harris Community Fund held at East Texas Communities Foundation (ETCF) in Tyler, Texas, will be accepting grant applications now through 5pm Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
“John Reagan Harris was a generous benefactor, giving both his time and his resources to many groups and worthy causes in and around Center,” said Kyle Penney, President of East Texas Communities Foundation.
John Reagan Harris was devoted to the Center, Texas, community, his church, and education. The John Harris Community Fund was established to support worthy civic, religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational projects which benefit the Center, Texas, community. Applicants must be tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status or a governmental unit. The grant committee encourages requests not to exceed $10,000. There is no minimum for a request. Recipients will be announced in August. Applications must be submitted electronically by visiting the nonprofits tab at www.etcf.org.
July 6, 2026 - (Album) - The Timpson Frontier Days car show was loaded with a good number of entries large and small to the delight of those attending on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Craig Ballard organized the event which was sponsored by BOM Bank. After the majority of entries traveled through the parade on Park Plaza in Timpson, they all gathered on Austin Street for viewing and judging. Some additional entries rolled in after the parade.
The awards were as follows:
- Parade Trophy - Brenda Mackey
- Peoples Choice - Brenda Mackey
- Restored Modification - John Marshall
- Classic Car - Alexia Pineda
- Offroad Truck - Nolan Mince
- Muscle Car - Jeff Grace
- Survivor - Laci Starr
- Antique - Tommy Dees
- Peoples Choice Jeep - Brian Fulsom
- Muddiest Jeep - Ashley Fulsom
- Best Decorated Jeep - Drewan Nugent
- Best Modified Jeep - Craig Ballard
- Side by Side - Jeff Pate
- ATV - Miraki Mayo
- Crank it Up - Alex Munoz
The Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce thanks all that participated in their Frontier Days events this year, congratulates the winners and are looking forward to next year.
1954 Chevy pickup truck owned by Brenda Mackey received the Parade award and People's Choice award.
John Marshall is seen pictured with his modified Volkswagen Beetle. He won the Restored Modification category with his car.
Laci Starr won the Survivor category with her 1967 Cadillac Coupe DeVille.
Craig Ballard is seen with his Jeep, which won the Best Modified Jeep award.
Taking home the Crank it Up trophy was Alex Munoz with his 2010 GMC Sierra 1500.
July 3, 2026 - Shelby County Outreach Ministries drew Friday morning, July 3 the winner of its Bad Boy Lawnmower Fundraiser and expressed its congratulations to Michelle Bridges!
Sherry Harding, Executive Director, spoke before the drawing, “We appreciate all who took the time to purchase a raffle ticket and the purchase of the raffle tickets helps to support all our ministries and our programs that we have going on through Shelby County Outreach Ministries and we need all the help we can get. We have up to 500 families at least monthly coming for emergency food boxes and we also need all the help with our senior feeding program. So, thank you out there for all who support [Shelby County] Outreach.”
Every dollar raised goes directly toward feeding the hungry and assisting those in need. Together, we can change lives!
About Shelby County Outreach Ministries
What began in 1991 as a community Thanksgiving dinner and then incorporated in 1997, the non-profit organization strives to be the hands and heart of Christ in our community. Shelby County Outreach Ministries, Inc. (SCOM) has a mission to feed the hungry and assist the needy in Shelby County. Its programs help residents facing financial hardship, food insecurity, and other critical needs. The organization operates the Outreach Center, Senior Nutrition Site, Meals on Wheels, and the Unique Boutique. For more information, visit online at https://shelbycountyoutreach.org/ or call 936-598-4990.
July 3, 2026 - The 4th of July is a time to celebrate the birth of American Independence with this year being its 250th! Fireworks are a great way to enjoy the day with the time honored tradition started in 1777 when Philidelphia organized the first fireworks display!
Safety Tips from the National Council on Fireworks Safety:
- Obey all local laws regarding the use of fireworks.
- Know your fireworks; read the cautionary labels and performance descriptions before igniting.
- A responsible adult SHOULD supervise all firework activities. Never give fireworks to children.
- Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Save your alcohol for after the show.
- Wear safety glasses when shooting fireworks.
- Light one firework at a time and then quickly move away.
- Use fireworks OUTDOORS in a clear area; away from buildings and vehicles.
- Never relight a “dud” firework. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.
- Always have a bucket of water and charged water hose nearby.
- Never carry fireworks in your POCKET or shoot them into METAL or GLASS containers.
- Do not experiment with homemade fireworks.
- Dispose of spent fireworks by wetting them down and place in a metal trash can away from any building or combustible materials until the next day.
- Never point or throw fireworks at other people.
- Do not light fireworks indoors
- Do not light fireworks in your hand
- And remember, ALCOHOL AND FIREWORKS DON’T MIX!
Educate yourselves on the safe and responsible use of fireworks and have a safe 4th of July!
June 30, 2026 - General Shelters celebrated with two of their long-time employees in a retirement gathering on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
The retirement of Retha Starkey, Vice President; and Rhonda Miller, Human Resources, was celebrated at the General Shelters facility where employees, friends and family all gathered.
David Koonce, General Shelters President, spoke about Starkey and Miller and he thanked them for what they have done for General Shelters and remarked on how much they will be missed.
"Today, we've got over 30, over 60 years of experience retired, and it's an emotional day, it's a hard day. We're gonna miss them dearly," said Koonce. "Retha and Rhonda, thank you so much for all you've done for our company, taking care of our people and our customers. I can't say enough to both of them."
Starkey took the opportunity to address everyone in attendance, thanking many for their support and sharing how much she would miss everyone.
“I want to tell everyone here how much I appreciate all of y’all’s efforts working with me. I know I’ve not been easy all the time, but I do appreciate all of y’all’s strength that you’ve given me when I come to y’all for solutions and stuff, y’all were ready to give them to me and I do appreciate that it did help me do a better job and I wanted y’all to know that, and I’m gonna miss y’all!” said Starkey.
Miller said she was grateful for the relationships she developed with those she worked with and reflected on the multi-generational community ties with the employees what work at General Shelters.
“I want to say that I am so grateful for the relationships that I have been able to build through the Human Resources Department with all of these workers and we have a couple of new guys today starting, but one of them is Calvin Bartlett’s son and I remember Calvin when he worked for us,” said Miller. “I’m hoping that through the next few years y’all will be able to build that relationship with the human resources and keep it going and anytime you need me I’ll be awfully glad to help anybody in any way you need anything and I thank you, thank you, thank you for the opportunity to work for such a great family and a great company.”
Fred Wulf was present for the celebration and Koonce complimented him on hiring such good people since he had originally hired both Starkey and Miller.
Collin McElroy commented on his experiences with both women and further commented on how his grandfather, James Campbell, would be proud for them on the day of their retirement.
“I do want to thank Ms. Retha, because since I was a little kid she’s been like a mother figure and Ms. Rhonda obviously I was friends with her children, and it was a blessing. I know James [Campbell] is smiling down today looking on both of y’all today, because y’all have really been special to everyone so thank you very much,” said McElroy.
Everyone present and all of the employees were treated to a chicken fried steak meal.
June 28, 2026 - (Parade Album) - The Timpson Frontier Days parade had a strong attendance Saturday, June 27, 2026, and the opening ceremonies featured public officials from city to state levels.
Tracy Broadway, Justice of the Peace for Precinct 5 and acting Justice of the Peace for Precinct 4, was emcee for the event.
The parade traveled Park Plaza Street led by Constable Precinct 5, Timpson Volunteer Ambulance Service and Timpson Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD). TVFD featured their newest addition to their fleet in that of a 3,000 gallon tanker truck made possible through a grant from Texas Forest Service.
Linda McDaniel rode the one horse that was in the parade this year, as she has done since 1982, and she stated that she and her husband would celebrate their anniversary on July 6 and riding in the Frontier Days parade was their anniversary ride. She is 82 years and was riding her 22 year-old-horse “Lakota.”
After the parade completed, Timpson mayor Cedric Grace was invited to offer an opening prayer.
Grace welcomed every person, vendor, and participant in Frontier Days, “You’re welcome, and we appreciate you and we’re looking forward to making it better each year.”
Sherri Strahan then performed the National Anthem to the enjoyment of all.
Paul Smith, Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce, also welcomed all in attendance of Frontier Days on its 64th year.
“We hope you have a great time today, we’ve got a lot of activities out here, a lot of activities coming up. Enjoy the carnival, enjoy all of the vendors here,” said Smith.
He further encouraged all to visit the vendor tables and the carnival, and reminded everyone about the evening’s events including the Timpson ISD cheerleaders and twirlers, cake auction and live music of Zach Mason and the Jars.
“Timpson’s always danced in the streets and I think as far as I know we’re probably about the last town that does that, so let’s get together and continue to dance in the street,” said Smith.
He reminded all present that Tie and Timber Lodge would be hosting a community service at 6:30pm on Sunday, June 28, 2026.
Joanne Shofner, District 11 State Representative, wished everyone a “Happy Fourth of July,” and mentioned a week’s worth of celebration.
Shofner stated, “We are so grateful for our America, there’s nowhere else in all of history was there a country where the power went to the people.”
She further encouraged everyone to have a wonderful time in Timpson.
June 27, 2026 - Friday night in Timpson proved to be a great evening for Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce's Frontier Days 2026.
Frontier Days Gospel singing featuring the Calvery boys took place at the First Baptist Church and as always the Calvery Boys put on a great concert. While the gospel concert was going on, downtown in the streets the carnival came alive full of excitement.
Message & Bailey band was the Frontier Days band that took the stage around 8pm and had people dancing and clapping to good country music. For a Friday night it was a win for Timpson!
Today, Saturday starts with the parade at 10am, car show and carnival again all afternoon. The famous cake auction right after the cheerleaders and twirlers performance. Street dance starts at 8pm with Zach Mason & the Jars. And then, Sunday carnival starts at 1pm followed by Community church at Tie and Timber Lodge.
Come be a part and support the community.
June 26, 2026 - Five Shelby County students at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, achieved President's Honor Roll and / or Dean's List of Academic Honors for the Spring 2026 Semester.
The students who achieved President's Honor Roll are Brandi Arnold, Jayden Bass, and Lani Kendrick from Joaquin. They are undergraduates who have achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average in all work attempted while enrolled in not less than 12 semester hours.
The students who achieved Dean's List are Derrionna Duncan from Center; Brandi Arnold, Jayden Bass, and Lani Kendrick from Joaquin; and Adam Lindgren from Timpson. They are undergraduates who have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.5 out of a perfect 4.0 in all work attempted while enrolled in not less than 12 semester hours.
June 25, 2026 - Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and members of the community gathered at Jamie’s Freedom Semi-Truck & Trailer Parts for their new chamber members ribbon cutting celebration held Thursday, June 25, 2026, in Center.
Andi Foster, Ambassador President, welcomed James Killen who spoke about their business and introduced his family including, his wife, Layla; daughter, Josalynn Black; and son, Dakota.
Killen said he has been in the parts business for a little over 20 years and the six years previous to the ribbon cutting they have been primarily focused on parts for large trucks.
“We actually have a full-blown parts store in this little bitty looking building from outside, but we’ve got rooms that are slap full of parts,” said Killen. “Anytime, if we don’t have it that morning we can have it that evening a lot of times.”
Killen said they support all makes and models from Peterbilt, Freightliner, Western Star to Kenworth they can get it in stock on the same day the majority of the time.
“We do deliveries anywhere local, and I will deliver slap to the other side of Carthage if it’s worthwhile to drive that far,” said Killen.
A family owned and operated business, Killen said to give them a call for all of your big truck or semi trailer part needs.
“We’re so thankful for all the customers that we already have and the people that have really supported us, my dad, a lot of people have really really been there for us,” said Layla Killen. “I’m thankful that Josalynn has stepped up and done a lot for us.”
“The day she graduated, she went to work we didn’t even give her a summer vacation,” said Jamie Killen.
Jamie’s Freedom Semi-Truck & Trailer Parts is located at 1400 Tenaha Street in Center and they are open Monday through Friday 7am to 5pm and Saturdays 8am to 12pm. For more information they can be contacted at (936) 572-7645.
June 25, 2026 - The Summer Reading program at the Fannie Brown Booth Library continued this week. Our summer program theme is "Unearth A Story." The program this week at the library was titled "Celebrate America's 250th!" and told the story of America.
A program for children ages 6-13 was presented, featuring educational activities, art, and puzzle activities. The program focused on American History and Landmarks. Craft activities included making an American heart bookmark and a paper firework craft.
Children were given a map of the USA and pictures of landmarks to test their knowledge of famous American places. The adults were also included in this activity and offered assistance as needed. The program ended with a big cheer for America and a video of music and fireworks.
Craft activities are offered during the week. Next week's program will feature Mike Corry, the magician, at 10:30 on Thursday, July 2. Contact the library at 936-598-5522 for more information.
The Summer Reading Programs are sponsored by the Center Noon Lions Club.
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