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May 2, 2017 - VFW Post 8904 and Auxiliary members gathered before the Shelby County Veterans Memorial in recognition of Loyalty Day May 1, 2017.
The event was led by Larry Hume, Quartermaster, and the opening prayer was given by Cynthia Islas, Post Chaplain.
"We like to thank you for taking the time today to remember our country and the sacrifices made to make it great. Today is not just about our military, or veterans it's about all citizens," said Hume.
Hume stated Loyalty Day was first observed in 1921 as "Americanization Day" to counter the communist's May 1 celebration of the Russian Revolution.
"On May 1, 1930, 10,000 members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars staged a rally at New York’s Union Square to promote patriotism, and May 1st evolved into Loyalty Day and the first official observance was in 1959 after the signing of Public Law by President Eisenhower," said Hume.
Hume said Loyalty Day is not an official holiday; however, an observance of which many are not aware.
Sheriff Willis Blackwell placed the memorial wreath on the Veterans Memorial, which was followed by the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance, as well as the playing of TAPS in honor of all who have paid the ultimate price for the freedoms enjoyed by all Americans.
In recognition of May Day those present were presented with packets of Flanders Poppy seeds by Sandy Risinger, Auxiliary President, to be planted in their flower beds and gardens.
"We've all heard the Flanders Field, well this is if course in honor and remembrance of the Centennial year of World War I. The United States was just getting into World War I 100 years ago," said Hume.
Hume explained the poppy is commonly known as the Buddy Poppy and it is the official flower of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
"The red flower represents the blood spilled by Americans in defense of freedoms we celebrate here today," said Hume.
May 2, 2017 - On May 2nd, Ford Motor Company Fleet Manager, Mark Matthews, presented a $1,900 check to Center High School Principal, Matthew Gregory, following a successful "Drive 4 UR School" campaign.
A $20 donation was made to Center High School for each test drive taken at the Roughrider Stadium during the track meet on March 9. Many student activities will benefit from the donation, including junior prom and upcoming senior trip.
"Center Motor Company appreciates the opportunity to help our kids and help our schools," Matthews said. "We are glad we could help raise money for [CHS]. We want to help the community as much as we can."
Center ISD would like to thank Mark Matthews and the Center Motor Company for their continuous support of programs at CHS.
May 2, 2017 - Shelbyville Youth Sports announces the winners of the raffle that were drawn on May 1st. Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and congratulations to the winners!
1. Ladies Shirt + $25 Gift Card from Southern Seasons - Jimmy Horne
2. Ladies gift basket from Century Shoppe - John Smith
3. Napa Tool Set - Brayden Scarborough
4. O'Reilly Tool Set - Kay Ross
5. Box Stand from Shawn Whiteside Construction - CA Raymond
6. Remington 870 Youth - Mark Jackson
7. Marlin 22 YR - Stacey Scarborough
8. Ruger 10/22 - DM Metcalf
9. Ladies gift set from Hughes Florist - Bruce Steptoe
Special 'thank you' to the businesses who donated items for the raffle and who have supported the Shelbyville Youth Sports!
May 2, 2017 - Please, if anyone or businesses could make a donation to the Red Cross or would like to donate some items for silent auction it would be highly appreciated. San Augustine, Shelby and Sabine Counties division would like to have some things to contribute to the Major Fund Raiser that is going on which is part of the May 20th Masquerade Gala. Our area is in need of funds to continue the mission of the Red Cross. Please contact Tressie Simon, 713-502-5544 for further details.
May 2, 2017 - The Joaquin Farmers Market starts Saturday, May 6 in Downtown Joaquin from 8am to 12 Noon. The market will be every Saturday from May till August. Come out and support local farmers.
May 1, 2017 - Weather statistics for April, 2017 prepared and submitted by Ann Forbes, U.S. Weather Service Observer.
Highest Temp was 89 degrees on 4-28-2017
Highest Temp on Record was 94 degrees on 4-10-1963; 4-21-1987; & 4-19-2011
Lowest Temp was 44 degrees on 4-07-2017
Lowest Temp on Record was 28 degrees on 4-03-1971 & 4-01-1987
Rainfall Recorded was 4.60 inches
Average Monthly Rainfall is 4.16 inches
Above Average by 0.44 inches
Highest Recorded for this Month was 14.10 inches in 1991
Lowest Recorded for this Month was 0.57 inches in 1987
14.46 inches Rainfall end of April
18.16 inches Rainfall is Average at end of April
3.70 inches Below Average end of April
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April 28, 2017 - M & M Construction's new member ribbon cutting at their new office location, 408 Shelbyville Street in Center, was well attended by Chamber Ambassadors, community members, family and friends.
Andi Foster addressed M & M Construction, "On behalf of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors, we extend our appreciation to you for becoming a Chamber member and opening your doors to our community."
Before cutting the ribbon, Mark Miller and Daniel Matthews each spoke. Matthews introduced his wife Talia and three boys and spoke about the business, "We offer all kinds of services, we'll do anything that has to do with a house, a building, industrial, commercial, residential - we'll start a house and we'll finish it from start to end. If there is stuff that we can't handle, we will get someone in there that can."
Miller introduced his wife Sherry and their children. He told a little about his life being a contractor going from job to job working for different construction companies. Once the job was done, I would be out of a job. Miller said, "One day I was sitting home, unemployed, and I decided to build a front porch on my wife's house. And I built it and it turned out good. We got a lot of compliments on it, so I decided to start it up." Miller then spoke to Daniel and they became partners.
M & M Construction offers construction of decks, new homes, remodels, carports, fencing and landscaping. For more information on other construction projects, they may be contacted at 936-488-9306.
April 28, 2017 (More Photos) - Michelle Covington-Richards and Adam Ramirez both received top honors at the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Teacher Appreciation Reception held Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the John D. Windham Civic Center.
Mary Lynn Tinkle welcomed teachers and administrators from across the county before presenting a new award, Friends of Education Award. Tinkle, with heartfelt praise and gratitude, was honored to recognize Pam Phelps for her years of work helping to recognize educators for their dedication. She spoke about Phelps and her various achievements over the years, "When some advised [Pam Phelps] to put only older more experienced people in chamber offices or in committee positions instead of younger people, Mrs. Phelps said 'well why not put younger people in?' Now young adults serve in every capacity in the chamber, are role models for our youth to look up to, and know they can have a place in serving in our community. When someone said everybody in Shelby County knows all they need to know about Shelby County, there is no reason to teach them anymore. The teacher inside Pam Phelps said 'why not.' She developed a unique program called Leadership Shelby County where team members learn about Shelby County's unique history, it's civic organizations, they visit schools and businesses and become equipped with knowledge and passion to share all the benefits of living and working in Shelby County."
Mary Lynn Tinkle ended saying, "Mrs Phelps is the true definition of a servant leader. She puts the needs of Shelby County and it's residents foremost and worked tirelessly to promote the towns and the people of Shelby County. For all she does for our Shelby County youth, Pam Phelps is the first recipient of the Friends of Education Award. Why Pam, why not, no one deserves it more." Accepting the award on behalf of Pam, who was unable to attend, was her daughter-in-law, Amber Phelps.
The primary reason for the reception then started with each Shelby County School Principal coming to the stage to recognize and present their campus Teacher of the Year with a certificate. 2017 Campus Teachers of the Year are Mary May - Excelsior ISD; Casey Gamble - Joaquin Elementary; Amanda Freeman - Joaquin Junior High; Lisa Barton - Joaquin High School; Michelle Covington-Richards - F.L. Moffett Primary; Kimberly Hearn - Center Elementary; Kathy Johnson - Center Intermediate; Sharon Rice - Center Middle School; Adam Ramirez - Center High School; Monica Caldas - Center Christian Academy; Rose Jones - Shelbyville S.W. Carter Elementary; Anita Sheppard - Shelbyville Middle School; Nichole Tindol - Shelbyville High School; Cindy Bush - Timpson Elementary; James Foster - Timpson Middle School; and Danielle Smith - Timpson High School.
The Campus Teachers of the Year were commended for their dedication to the students including their heart for educating and pushing their student to achieve in all things. The teachers work to instill character and values in their students prepares them to achieve success in the classroom and in life.
Before announcing the Shelby County Teachers of the Year, Tinkle said, "Every year when the committee gives me their two choices, they always talk about how difficult the decision was and we can see through the wonderful presentations of our principals made today about their teachers, so heartfelt, that truly we are blessed in Shelby County to have such fine, outstanding educators."
"A student of our Elementary Teacher of the Year describes this teacher as 'sweet, helping me learn new things and she encourages us to be nice and to trust each other. [She] says her class is so much fun and that she learns so much.'" Tinkles continues, "Even after 20 years in the teaching profession she continues to be excited about what she teaches and she describes her job as the noblest of all professions. She is the teacher, truly that every parent wishes they had in school and the teacher they want for their own children to have. She strives everyday to be the kind of teacher to her students that she would want for her own three boys to have. Even when she has faced personal tragedy, it was with her own family, her students, and her school family that she found comfort and the desire to carry on with the teaching knowing that she was building the future one student at a time. I am honored to announced that Ms. Michelle Covington-Richards is the Shelby County Elementary Teacher of the Year."
Tinkle then announced the Secondary Teacher of the Year, "After graduation from Center High School in 2000 he attended Panola College and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a major in Graphic Design. With these skills he was prepared to leave small town living behind and move to the business world for work in Houston as senior exhibit designer for Skyline Displays of Houston for seven years. It was then after seven successful years in the business he felt the desire to return to the place from which he came and begin a new career. A career for which he had true passion and a tremendous talent and skill - teaching."
"He knows however that the students don't care how much he knows until they know how much he cares. He cares deeply for each of his students and believes that showing respect and trust for his students are key characteristics in creating a favored environment both inside and outside the classroom." Tinkle continued, "The best thing about our Secondary Teacher offers his students is himself. He's an outstanding role model that is proof positive that through hard work and determination goals and dreams can be achieved. And that the American Dream is within reach of all students who are willing to work hard enough. He also is a role model to show that self confidence is the foundation of all great success and achievement and he wants all of his students to have that confidence in themselves. And finally where your heart is there is where you will find your treasure and for our Secondary Teacher of the Year his treasure is his students. It is my honor to present to you our Secondary Teacher of the Year Adam Rameriz."
Shelby County School District Superintendents and Principals were recognized. Gold Sponsors of the the event were Farmers State Bank and Shelby Savings Bank. Silver Sponsors were Dr. James Hockenberry, Boom Boom Photo Booth, and Bird & Crawford Forestry. Sabine State Bank presented both Shelby County Teachers of the Year with a special gift basket.
April 28, 2017 - Larry Hume, VFW Post 8904 Quartermaster, is looking for a family member(s) of Forrest Pierce Jones (1899-1958) who served in World War II and is buried in the Antioch Cemetery. His wife was Ora O. Summers Jones (1896-1931) and children Eiland Jones (1921-1988) and Frances Marie Jones Reynolds (1924-2010).
If anyone has any information please contact Larry at 936-598-2976 or email: chief@chiefimaging.com.
April 28, 2017 - The U.S. and Texas flags fly high each morning at the F. L. Moffett Campus. Students at F. L. Moffett proudly recite the pledges to both flags each morning. The students pictured are shown holding the new flags donated with the help of Mrs. Leigh Porterfield. Mrs. Rogers mentioned to Leigh Porterfield that the campus was in need of new flags and Mrs. Porterfield arranged for a gift of flags from the Shelby County Republican Party. Mrs. Porterfield has supported CISD for many years and enjoys opportunities to help our schools and children whenever she can. She says, "God bless our kids and long may the flags wave!"
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