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February 17, 2025 – Sarah Scull of Center, who is attending the Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences at Baylor University, earned the honor of being named on the Dean's List.
More than 5,500 Baylor University students have been named to the Fall 2024 Dean’s Academic Honor List, which recognizes Baylor undergraduates for their outstanding academic work during each semester.
Students honored on the Dean’s List earned a minimum semester grade-point average of 3.70 with no grade lower than a "C" while enrolled in at least 12 graded semester hours.
As a preeminent Christian Research 1 university, Baylor’s mission is to educate students for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. Students are drawn to the University from all 50 states and more than 100 countries for the Baylor experience that combines Christian mission and academic excellence with a midsize university that maximizes opportunities and competes in Power 4 athletics.
Baylor provides numerous academic and research opportunities across various disciplines through 133 baccalaureate programs in fields as varied as business, engineering, pre-medicine, computer science, religion, nursing and music, along with 82 master's programs, 52 doctoral programs (including the Juris Doctor) and the Education Specialist program.
One of one of only two private Research 1 universities in the state of Texas, along with Rice, Baylor is among an elite list of 39 private universities designated as R1 by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Through top-tier research, scholarship and external funding support, R1 universities bring their voice to bear in addressing the world’s most significant challenges, with Baylor as a preeminent Christian research university infusing the quest for solutions, at the highest levels, with the University’s distinct voice and mission.
Today, Baylor continues to move forward under the Baylor in Deeds strategic plan, which was launched in Fall 2024 and aims to intentionally create a larger network of relationships across the globe, increasing student and faculty mobility and elevating Baylor’s research aims to global issues of high impact. Baylor in Deeds follows Illuminate, which resulted in transformative results across the campus and a strengthening of the University’s Christian mission. Some of the most notable outcomes include Baylor achieving R1 recognition three years ahead of schedule, significantly increasing the number of endowed faculty chairs, raising more than $1.5 billion via the Give Light campaign and opening signature buildings such as the Mark and Paula Hurd Welcome Center and the Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion.
With a student-to-faculty ratio of 15-to-1, Baylor students interact with outstanding full-time faculty – who deeply value teaching and mentoring – from their first days on campus through graduation while also pursuing research and scholarship at the highest levels. The University’s vibrant campus life also includes nearly 400 clubs and organizations and varsity athletics competing in the Big 12 Conference. For more information about Baylor University, visit www.baylor.edu.
About Baylor University
Baylor University is a private Christian University and a nationally ranked Research 1 institution. The University provides a vibrant campus community for more than 20,000 students by blending interdisciplinary research with an international reputation for educational excellence and a faculty commitment to teaching and scholarship. Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas through the efforts of Baptist pioneers, Baylor is the oldest continually operating University in Texas. Located in Waco, Baylor welcomes students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries to study a broad range of degrees among its 12 nationally recognized academic divisions. Learn more about Baylor University at www.baylor.edu.
Pictured are (from left) Derrick Roberts, Ike Reeves, Linda Lundie, Sean Martin, Richard Lundie and Larry Hume.
February 14, 2025 - Members of VFW Post 8904 and Auxiliary gathered at the Shelby County Veterans Memorial located at the Historic Shelby County Courthouse on the Center square in honor of the USS Maine and its crew on February 14, 2025.
Richard Lundie, Post Chaplain, gave the opening prayer and Larry Hume, Post Adjutant, shared the history of the USS Maine and the tragedy which was the beginning of the Spanish-American War.
"127 years ago, February 15, 1898, the USS Maine exploded in the harbor of Havana, Cuba. 266 American crewmen and Marines were killed. Now, Spain was blamed for the explosion and the Spanish-American War began as a result. The war was very short, less than four months later on August 12, 1898 the United States had won a decisive victory. This was the first war that the United States had ever fought beyond its shores. 3,000 American military were lost, but mostly from Yellow and Typhoid fever and fighting in the jungles in the Philippine-American War that followed. Teddy Roosevelt of Roughrider fame told his troops as they mustered out, 'Enjoy the next 15 days, because after that you will be forgotten,' and they were, and because of the United States Government's refusal of proper medical care, the veterans banded together in organizations that would eventually become the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. Today, we are here to remember the lives lost so long ago in the explosion of the Maine and the Spanish-American War that ensued, and we thank them for their service, just as we thank the veterans of all wars."
Ike Reeves, Post member, placed the Memorial wreath on the Shelby County Veterans Memorial.
Hume stated Shelby County, Texas has participated in all wars and six veterans can be connected to the Spanish-American War. According to Hume, Elijah Webb who was born in Center in 1866, was killed in the Philippines. He voluntarily enlisted at the beginning of the Spanish-American War. Webb was first in Cuba and then was sent to Manila, Philippines with Company H of the 44th U.S. Volunteer Infantry.
"While the Spanish-American War ended in August 1898, the first Philippine Republic objected to the terms under which the United States took possession of the Philippines and the fighting continued until July 2, 1902," said Hume. "Now during this fighting in the Philippines, Elijah was killed on June 16, 1900, and his body was returned [to Shelby County] for burial in August 1901."
Hume referenced a Houston Post article from August 8, 1901, "On the large box which held the metallic coffin with his name, the number of his company and the cause of his death, which stated on the box a knife wound to the head. It went on to say that Leige had many friends here and a good crowd witnessed the casket in which rested his remains."
Webb was buried in what was known as the Center cemetery, but is now known as the Methodist cemetery located behind the First United Methodist Church on Porter Street.
Others from Shelby County who served and survived the Spanish-American War included Edwin Booth who is buried in Woodlawn Cemetery in Timpson; Brunson Cline who is buried in Carroll Cemetery; Charles Hudson who is buried in the Corinth Cemetery; Charlie Matlock who is buried in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery; and James Mosby Jr. who is buried in Fairview Cemetery in Center.
"Today we can honor these local veterans and all those who are forefathers of our great organization by continuing to fight for veterans rights, and benefits, just as they did," said Hume.
In their honor, Taps was then sounded as presented by Derrick Roberts, Post Jr. Vice.
February 11, 2025 - VFW Post 8904 and Auxiliary observe the Vietnam Peace Accord of 1973 on its 52nd anniversary Monday, January 27, 2025.
VFW Post 8904 Adjutant Larry Hume welcomed everyone and give the opening prayer. The group then recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
"The Paris Peace Accord that ended the Vietnam War was signed 52 years ago on January 27, 1973, and that was followed by the withdrawal of the remaining American Troops. The terms of the accord called for the complete ceasefire in South Vietnam. It allowed North Vietnamese forces to retain the territory that they had captured, it provided for the release of U.S. prisoners of war, and it called for both sides to find a political solution for the conflict as an enticement to South Vietnam, President Nixon at that time offered U.S. air power to enforce the peace terms. This was however, stopped in December 1974 when Congress cut off all military aid to South Vietnam," said Hume.
"More than 58,000 Americans gave their lives in the Vietnam War and there are still over 1,500 missing in action. There are 11 veterans here in Shelby County who were killed in action in Vietnam and one who died while preparing to deploy to Vietnam," said Hume. "we like to remember them this day by reading their names."
The names, which are listed at the bottom of this article, were then read by VFW Post 8904 Auxiliary members Mary Fausett; Jan Ramsey; and Post Quartermaster Mary Roberts.
VFW member Ray Miller placed the tribute wreath on the Veteran's memorial in honor of the Shelby County Veterans and all those lost in the Vietnam War.
The program was closed with the playing of Taps presented by Post Jr. Vice: Derrick Roberts.
Shelby County Vietnam Veterans who died in service to our Country
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Ted Wayne Adams, Private First Class - Born in Beaumont, Texas, July 31, 1944. Inducted into the U.S. Army November 15, 1966. Killed in action on November 15, 1966, age 22. Buried in the Tennessee Cemetery, Timpson, Texas. Awarded the Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 12 East, Line 76.
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William Larry "Shorty" Andrews, Specialist Fourth Class - Born in Shelby County, Texas October 25, 1945. Inducted into the U.S. Army 1965. Killed in action on February 16, 1967, age 21. Buried in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas. Awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 15 East, Line 38.
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Jimmy D. Barnett, Private First Class - Born in Joaquin, Texas February 28, 1943. Inducted into the U.S. Army May 1967. Killed in action March 26, 1968, age 25. Buried in the Jackson Cemetery, Joaquin, Texas. Awarded the Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 46 East, Line 28.
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Mac Curtis Buckley, Private First Class - Born in Center, Texas November 7, 1945. Inducted into the U.S. Army 1967. Killed in action on July 5, 1968. Buried in the Westview Cemetery, Center, Texas. Awarded the Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial wall can be found at Panel 53 West, Line 16.
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Larry Stephen "Possum" Byford, Private First Class - Born in Center, Texas May 1, 1945. Inducted into the U.S. Army October 1965. Killed in action June 23, 1967. Buried in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas. Awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 22 East, Line 52.
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Ray A. Chatelain, Seaman First Class - Born in Louisiana May 6, 1946. Join the U.S. Navy Ocotober 1965. Killed in an explosion aboard the USS Forrestal on July 30, 1967. Buried in the Longstreet Cemetery, Longstreet, Louisiana. Awarded the Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 24 East, Line 50.
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William Henry Eaden, Sergeant - Born in Timpson, Texas August 12, 1939. Joined the U.S. Army December 13, 1961. Career soldier killed in action on November 12, 1965. Buried in the Mount Gillion Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas. Awarded the Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 3 East, Line 42.
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Jerry Lynn Hughes, Sergeant - Born in Center, Texas July 17, 1946. Inducted into the U.S. Army May 1966. Killed in action on July 12, 1967. Buried in Oaklawn Memorial Park, Center, Texas. Awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 23 East, Line 59.
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Taylor D. "Sonny" Johnson, Major - Born in Joaquin, Texas December 15, 1952. Joined the U.S. Army 1953. Career soldier. Killed in action January 28, 1966. Buried in the Joaquin Cemetery, Joaquin, Texas. Awarded the Air Medal and Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 4 East, Line 103.
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John B. Lightfoot, Corporal - Born in Shelby County, Texas July 27, 1952. Joined the U.S. Marine Corps June 14, 1971. Killed in a training accident on October 3, 1974 in Louisiana while preparing to deploy to Vietnam. Buried in the McClelland Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas.
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Samuel R. Lynch, Specialist Fourth Class - Born in Nacogdoches, Texas May 26, 1949. Inducted into the U.S. Army 1969. Killed in action December 18, 1970. Buried in the White Rock Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas. Awarded the Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 6 West, Line 130.
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Calvin R. Patrick, Private First Class - Born in Houston, Texas November 23, 1950. Inducted into the U.S. Army May 28, 1969. Killed in action May 25, 1969. Buried in the Wimberly Cemetery, Shelby County, Texas. Awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 24 West, Line 106.
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February 11, 2025 - Praise & Prints Boutique celebrated it’s grand opening with a ribbon cutting event held February 1, 2025.
The Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce was there to participate with Jase Lloyd in in commemorating his new business venture in Timpson.
Lloyd explained explained he can make prints for businesses to use for their own pressing purposes, or he can do the pressing. He has a line of shirts to choose from. Lloyd can design for the customer or they can provide their own design for printing.
Lloyd says customers should look forward to additional promotions and giveaways to encourage business around Timpson.
One featured item at Praise & Prints Boutique is SuSu’s Popcorn, which has a variety of specialty flavors for customers to choose from.
“SuSu’s has specialty flavors like ‘Dill Pickle,’ ‘Cake Batter,’ ‘Confetti,’ all kinds of stuff,” said Lloyd. “We’ve got one made for us for Timpson Bears.”
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Other featured items Lloyd has to offer include Mavwicks which is a line of room sprays, and cleaning products such as laundry detergents and mop soaps. Halo Candle Company candles and Soy Candle Company, as well as bible covers, devotions and coffee mugs from Faith Works.
The shop has a prayer wall just inside the front door where anyone can place a prayer request.
“We’ve got a prayer wall, you come in and put your prayers up on the wall so we come in and grab it, pray over it for you and you don’t have to put your name or anything,” said Lloyd. “You can highlight your favorite bible verse in the bible and then we pray over wall every week.”
To place orders with Praise & Prints Boutique, customers can visit 176 Bremond Street in Timpson, click here visit the Facebook for the business or call 936-591-7904.
February 11, 2025 - The Timpson Ministerial Alliance Scholarship Banquet was, once again, a resounding success. This year's theme, "Building Dreams, One Scholarship at a Time," truly resonated with all in attendance.
We are deeply grateful to Dr. McMillion for sharing such inspiring and motivational words during the event. Our heartfelt thanks also go to the following businesses for their generous contributions: Johnny Covington, Timpson ISD, Wright Chrysler Dodge Jeep (Center), Citizen's 1st Bank (Nacogdoches), Shoop Insurance Agency (Center), Double TT Realty (Timpson), Timpson Quick Stop, Shelby County Today (Center), Haslam Tire Company (Center), and Rancho Grande (Timpson).
The Timpson Ministerial Alliance extends its sincere appreciation to these businesses and individuals whose support helps make this important cause possible.
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February 5, 2025 - The city of Joaquin thanks Joaquin FFA members for their work updating the cross that has been on the water tower for years, and which will now be visible during the day.
FFA students were able to complete the project in two weeks time. Those that participated in the project all signed the cross on the back before being placed back on the tower.
Joaquin FFA members are Danny Cobb, Joseph Raybon, Conner Rios, Jose Ramirez, Jasper Harris,Corey Mowery, Michael Estes, Noah Sanchez, Sammy Richey, Gage Cash, Anthony Buckley, Levi Peek, Jacob Gatlin, Kolten Scruggs, T.J. Hawkins, and Ernesto Romero.
February 3, 2025 - Three students whose hometown is Center, Texas are listed on the Sam Houston State University Dean’s List for the Fall of 2024..
The university recognizes the following local students for earning the honor for the Fall 2024 semester: Jasmine Cooks, Alfredo Maldonado Benav, and Jalen Postell.
The students listed on the Dean's List of Academic Honors at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, 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.
January 30, 2025 - Center Power Sports, Center’s newest ATV, UTV and motorcycle dealer, was honored recently by Taiwanese manufacturer Kymco in a worldwide promotion for the dependability and reliability of their products.
In the last quarter of 2024, Kymco offered with the sale of a new unit, discounted pricing on parts for the life of the ATV or UTV purchased. Designating it the “Lifetime Patriot Program,” Kymco offered a $5,000 cash prize for the most creative dealer promotion.
Local Kymco dealer, Center Powersports, earned the award that, according to a Kymco spokesperson, was a unanimous decision by company executives who voted on the many entries submitted.
Center Powersports showroom display (pictured) promoted the legendary folklore figure known as Bigfoot, humorously suggesting that even the cultural icon relies on the reliability of Kymco products.
Kymco, founded in 1964, originally made parts for Honda but began manufacturing Kymko branded products in 1992. They produce more than 570,000 vehicles annually employing 3,000 people. Units manufactured since 1992 totals 7 million.
Center Powersports is located at 1723 Southview Circle in Center. On the web at www.centerpowersport.com. Phone 936-427-5158.
January 29, 2025 - VFW Post 8904 made a $100 donation to Happy Tails Adoption Center, Shelby County, Texas. A post member matched the donation to bring the total to $200. Presenting are Post Quartermaster Mary Roberts, Post Jr. Vice Derrick Roberts, and Post Life Member Everett Cougler. Accepting on behalf of Happy Tails is Kelsey Hairgrove.
Pictured are (from left): Det. John Clevenger; Paul Ragan; Det. Sgt. Billy Lusk; Det. Jerry Payne; Lt. Andrew Williams; Sgt. Robert "Bubba" Lee; Troy Keele; Alan Ricketson; Sammy Arnold; and Officer Garrett Rocchi.
January 28, 2025 - Masons with the Sam Samford Lodge #149 in Center delivered water to the Center Police Department on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
Representing the Sam Samford Lodge were Paul Ragan, Sammy Arnold, Alan Ricketson, and Troy Keele, who all delivered a pallet of bottled drinking water donated by H&S Grocery in Center.
Officers made quick work of offloading the pallet of cases of water and carrying the cases inside of the police department.
Clint Crocker is seen loading the pallet of water off the H&S Grocery loading dock.
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