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June 14, 2017 - President Nora Robinson and Fannie Watson, members of the local Delta Gamma chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, presented a grant-in-aid check for $700 to Tracy Bryant. 

Tracy, a Joaquin ISD teacher, is studying to obtain her Masters Degree in the field of Special Education. The Delta Gamma chapter has members from Sabine, San Augustine and Shelby County.

Carthaginians gathered and welcomed the Timpson Frontier Days Pony Express. Pictured are (from left): Rose Dixon, Denise Meek, Sarah Dixon and Delayna Higginbotham on "Floyd" the horse, Becky Barlish, Marilyn Corder, Bill Smith, Debbie Allums, Mayor Lynn Vincent, Danny Dixon on Jalapeño "Pepper" the horse, Tommie Ritter Smith, Tommy Brown, John Ray, Renee Nolan and Dena Wilson.

June 13, 2017 - Timpson's Frontier Days envoy including the Pony Express and Marilyn Corder, representing the Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce, continued traveling to neighboring cities Tuesday, June 13, 2017.

The group started off during the morning in Timpson and city representatives Leslie Leathers, City Secretary, and Paula Mullins, Municipal Court Clerk, joined the group on the Timpson square at the gazebo to receive the invitation to the celebration.

The Pony Express began their journey Tuesday in Timpson where they met with representatives of the city. Pictured are (from left): Marilyn Corder, Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce Representative; Leslie Leathers, City Secretary; Danny Dixon on Jalapeño "Pepper" the horse; Paula Mullins, Municipal Court Clerk; Sarah Dixon and Delayna Higginbotham on "Floyd" the horse; Donna Higginbotham, Austin State Bank; and Rose Dixon.

From there the travelers moved up the highway to Tenaha to extend the invitation to the community there. Once on the square, they were joined by representatives of Tenaha including Carl Jernigan, Tenaha Mayor; Sheryl R. Clark, City Secretary; Elizabeth Swint, Municipal Court Judge; Vickie Jernigan, Community Planning and Events Coordinator; Allison Rhone; Jake Metcalf, Precinct 4 Constable; Brenda Raybon, and Linda Raybon.

Several Tenaha City representatives, business owners and citizens gathered to greet the pony express when they arrived in Tenaha. Pictured are (from left): Marilyn Corder, Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce Representative; Carl Jernigan, Tenaha Mayor; Danny Dixon on Jalapeño "Pepper" the horse; Rose Dixon; Sheryl R. Clark, City Secretary; Elizabeth Swint; Municipal Court Judge; Sarah Dixon and Delayna Higginbotham on "Floyd" the horse; Vickie Jernigan, Community Planning and Events Coordinator; Allison Rhone; Becky Raybon; Linda Raybon; and Jake Metcalf, Precinct 4 Constable.

After the visit to Tenaha was completed, the party journeyed to the Gary square where they were greeted by Pam Woodfin, City Secretary. From there, the trip continued to the final destination of Carthage and once there to the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame & the Tex Ritter Museum.

Gary City Secretary Pam Woodfin welcomed the Timpson Frontier Days envoy. Pictured are (from left): Marilyn Corder, Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce Representative; Danny Dixon on Jalapeño "Pepper" the horse; Pam Woodfin, City Secretary; Rose Dixon; and Sarah Dixon and Delayna Higginbotham on "Floyd" the horse.

Danny Dixon, riding on his horse Jalapeno "Pepper," was joined with his granddaughter Sarah Dixon, astride Floyd, with her riding partner Delayna Higginbotham gathered before the statue of Tex Ritter in front of the music hall of fame. They were joined by many representatives of Carthage including: Denise Meek; Becky Barlish; Bill Smith, Debbie Allums, Dena Wilson, Tommie Ritter Smith, John Ray, Tommy Brown, Renee Nolan, and Mayor Lynn Vincent.

Timpson is getting ready to celebrate and all are welcome at the Frontier Day's Celebration on June 29th, 30th, July 1st, 2nd.

The pony express riders have ridden off into the sunset this year. Look for them to return next year and announce the coming of Frontier Days 2018.

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Pony Express Rides into Center Delivering Frontier Day's Invitation


From left: Denise Meek (Farmers State Bank), Meg Camp (Chamber of Commerce President), Deborah Chadwick (Chamber of Commerce Interim Executive Director), Danny Dixon on Jalapeno "Pepper" (Pony Express rider), Rose Dixon, Marilyn Corder (Frontier Days representative), Delayna Higginbotham on "Floyd" (Pony Express rider), and Sarah Dixon.

June 12, 2017 - The Pony Express rode into downtown Center on Monday, June 12th to invite everyone to the Frontier Day's Celebration on June 29th, 30th, July 1st, 2nd.

Pony Express delivery on the downtown square in front of Historic Courthouse.Danny Dixon riding on Jalapeno "Pepper" handed an invitation for the Frontier Day's Celebration to Deborah Chadwick, the Chamber of Commerce Interim Executive Director and the wife of the City of Center Mayor David Chadwick who was unable to be present due to a meeting. Dixon has been the official pony express rider along with his horse Pepper for many years. Pepper is 20 years old and has been with Dixon for 18 of those years.

Marilyn Corder's granddaughter, Delayna Higginbotham was riding "Floyd" to assist with delivering the invitations around the East Texas area.

The invitation had the following information: The Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce would like to invite the citizens of Center to our Frontier Day's Celebration on June 29th, 30th, July 1st, 2nd. Please come and join us for a great time of fun. Gospel concert and carnival on the June 29th at 6:30pm at First Baptist Church.

Pre-sale tickets at Timpson Public Library, King's Nursery in Tenaha, and First Baptist Church, Timpson. Tickets are pre-sale $8 or at the door $10.

Carnival downtown has armbands which are good from 6pm until 10pm.

Country music and carnival on June 30th both downtown with armbands good from 6pm until 10pm.

Parade starts the day on July 1st and the festival goes all day into the evening with a street dance and cake auction. Carnival armbands are good from 6pm until 10pm.

Evening service at 7pm on July 2nd downtown.

Armband tickets for the carnival are for sale at the Timpson Public Library for $15 in advance or $18 at the carnival ticket office.

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June 12, 2017 - For the past 19 years Pam Phelps has been a blessing to the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce. Her leadership, passion and love for the Chamber and community will be missed.  It would be impossible to know how many lives she has touched. We will be experiencing her impact on the area for many years to come.  Pam will be greatly missed but we were honored with her dedication as she taught us so much over the years. Her lessons taught will continue to guide us throughout the years to come.

The chamber staff, board of directors, ambassadors and myself send our thoughts and prayers to Pam’s family. 

Meg Camp
President of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce

Editor's note: The funeral service for Pamela M. Phelps will be held at 4:00 p.m., Monday, June 12, 2017, at First United Methodist Church in Center.  The family will receive friends in the Fellowship Hall immediately proceeding the service.

 

June 11, 2017 - The Truitt Cemetery Association recently held their annual reunion at the Truitt Cemetery, located about six miles southwest of Joaquin off Highway 7. The cemetery was founded by James Truitt on July 3, 1848, at the death of his wife, Sarah Hall Truitt. There is a state historical marker near her grave. Descendants of those buried in the cemetery meet every year to share stories and memories, to meet old friends and make new ones and to honor their ancestors who came before them. And, of course, to enjoy a meal together.

Following the short business meeting, members of the William Carroll Crawford Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas held a ceremony honoring James Robert Latimer, a Citizen of the Republic of Texas. Tina DuBose , his great great-grandaughter,shared a brief history of James Robert Latimer and his father Robert W Latimer, who came to Texas in 1839. A bronze "Citizen of the Republic of Texas" medallion was placed on his grave to perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved and maintained the independence of Texas. Several members of the Latimer family attended the reunion and took part in the ceremony.

June 9, 2017 - Our hearts are heavy today with the loss of our friend Pam Phelps. Pam has been a guiding force in so many activities that have helped shape our community. Whether it be in the capacity of Chamber of Commerce director, real estate agent, church member, civic and social organization member or wife, mother and grandmother, Pam put her entire energy into making it the best. She was a true cheerleader for Shelby County with a determination to see positive things happen. Pam’s life is an example of the phrase “Life is too short. Live it to its fullest and do it well.” Our lives are richer for having had the opportunity to work alongside Pam. She will be greatly missed.

June 9, 2017 - Chloe Noel Gipson, College of Arts and Sciences, of Center, Tx. was named in the recent listing of  Baylor University Honor students.

According to the University's press release, more than 3,700 Baylor University students were named to the Dean's Academic Honor Roll for the 2017 spring semester. To be named to the Dean's List, a student must be an undergraduate with a minimum grade-point average of 3.7, while enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours.  

Baylor University is a private Christian University and a nationally ranked research institution. The University provides a vibrant campus community for more than 16,000 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 80 countries to study a broad range of degrees among its 12 nationally recognized academic divisions.
 
The honor student news release and a complete listing of all honorees is available by clicking here.

June 9, 2017 - The first week of the Library's 2017 Summer Reading Program had a constructive beginning with their "Build a Better World" theme. The Tweens, kids ages 9-13 years, focused on "space" with their Lego projects.

John Austin Ford who attend the program said, "It was a lot of fun and everyone had a smile on their face. There was a lot of cool Lego builds there by everyone."

For the morning program, the librarian Sandra Davis said there were 65 kids who attended the Puppet Wise show as part of the younger children's program for ages 4-8 years old.

The next library Summer Reading Program day is Thursday, June 15, 2017. The younger children will once again meet at 10:30am and the program will be Sara Ward, The Story Lady. This will be the first time for The Story Lady to be part of the Summer Reading Program.

The Tweens will meet at 2pm on Thursday, June 15 and enjoy Lego group with a theme of "Transportation."

Don't forget to keep track of the reading time/title logs. They must be completed and turned into the librarian by Friday, July 7, 2017.

Demonstration Lego displays setupDemonstration Lego displays setup

June 8, 2017 - The deadline for early entry for the 2017 East Texas What-A-Melon Festival is Saturday, June 10.

By entering by the 10th you can save $20 on your $70 entry and the deadline will not be extended. Girls 0-19 and Boys 0-5 will wear their favorite Summer outfit on the big stage during the festival.

There will be two $250 Cash Scholarships given away by Wiggins Farms.

Age divisions are: Baby 0-11 months; Toddler 12-23 months; Tiny 2-3 years; Little 4-5 years; Petite 6-8 years; Pre-teen 9-12 years; Teen 13-15 years; Miss 16-19 years; and Mister boys 0-5 years.

Deadline to enter is July 1, 2017. The pageant is Saturday, July 8th with registration at 9am and showtime at 10am. Pageant will be held under the big tent on the downtown square during the What-A-Melon Festival.

This is the perfect first pageant and everyone will receive a crown, custom tote and candy bag. For more information call Tonya Bailey at 590-0120 or Shelia at 572-1456 or go by M&M Insurance on Hurst St. 

 

June 8, 2017 - Lions Club has brooms available! Stop by Dance Furniture in Center or King's Nursery in Tenaha to buy your broom and support the Center Noon Lions Club. Brooms available are princess brooms and warehouse brooms.

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