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February 22, 2016 - Texas A&M Agrilife Extension hosted a groundbreaking for the Shelby County Community Garden on February 17, 2016 at the Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo Arena on State Highway 7 East in Center.
Shelby County Extension Agents Jheri-Lynn McSwain and Lane Dunn led the ceremony which had a large attendance from community leaders, civic organizations, business owners and local citizens. Dunn extended appreciation to all those attending the event and said it demonstrated the great community support they have received.
McSwain shared some of the history of plans for the garden leading up to the groundbreaking, "This was a dream and it really started with Pam White, and I know y'all remember Pam, she was a real blessing to our community. She just really had it upon her heart to help feed the hungry in Shelby County."
Pam White was Shelby County Outreach Ministries Executive Director until she passed away April 29, 2014. McSwain shared how Pam Phelps, Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director; and David Chadwick, City of Center Mayor; have shared in that dream with White of establishing the garden.
"It's not so much a dream as meeting a need," said McSwain. "We're real excited to be able to come together as a community, as a county, as a city and put this garden together with all y'all's support and help feed our hungry individuals, our senior citizens in our county and that is our goal. AgriLife with our background and our educational experience can help lead that trail and make that happen, so we're thrilled about that."
Dunn said one thing for which the garden will be utilized is demonstration and will assist AgriLife in growing different varieties of plants to see how they fare in the Shelby County area, " We're very excited about that, so we can say, 'Hey, this tomato grew best right here in Shelby County,' or 'this plant grew best right here in Shelby County,' so it's going to be a dual purpose garden."
Allison Harbison, Shelby County Judge, described how McSwain and Phelps began discussions with her in March 2015. A piece of property, which carries liability insurance was an important part of the operation and although operations were considered, the time to plant had passed.
"Last November we started looking and this was just the most obvious place, because the county owns this property, we already pay liability insurance on this property so it truly is not going to cost us one cent. All it's going to take is some love and some work and some cooperativeness," said Judge Harbison.
Originally it was planned to install the garden at the front of the Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo Arena property; however, plans now are to locate the project at the back of the property.
"We are very blessed to have this and coming together and then the county being the leader, the headquarters for this project, it did all work out," said Pam Phelps, "Lane I'd like to thank you, and we are so blessed to have Jheri-Lynn who has the experience, here in the county today that's done this before, so with her leadership will be a great success."
Sherry Harding, Shelby County Outreach Ministries Executive Director, said she is very excited about the community coming together on this project, and taking care of the people in need.
"God has called us to be his hands and feet, and it takes us filling in the gap for people who cannot and our seniors who've worked hard all their lives and they have big whether to buy food or medicine, pay their bills," said Harding. "So, last year we served over 20,000 meals to our senior citizens through our nutrition program, and we provided over 4,000 people food through emergency food boxes."
Harding is enthusiastic about the options which will be made available to people Outreach Ministries helps by way of the garden.
"We're very excited to have this fresh fruit and vegetables come in, because a lot of times they can't buy those items and we didn't have them before to give, so we're very excited about the nutritional value and what it's going to mean to our seniors and I really appreciate everyone that's taken part," said Harding.
Sponsors who were thanked and listed during the event included Woodmen of the World, Center Rotary Club, Center Noon Lions Club, Shelby County Farm Bureau, Center Garden Club, Shelby County Sheriff's Posse, General Shelters, Shelby County Judge and Commissioners, Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, Donald Monroe.
February 22, 2016 - The Seven Sisters Red Hat Ladies visited all the area nursing homes on Tuesday, February 10, spreading Valentine cheer by passing out Valentines and small gifts. Pictured here, they made a special visit to member Margaret Robertson (seated) at Lakeside Assisted Living Center.
Andrew Dolan, formerly of Huxley and now a coach at Whitehouse High School, was featured in an article published by Tyler Morning Telegraph. Dolan went fishing and at the end of his fishing trip had the catch of the day, a man who was in danger of drowning on Lake Tyler. To read the story - Sailor meets, thanks the mystery fisherman who saved him from drowning on Lake Tyler
February 17, 2016 - As Valentine’s Week comes to a close, the members of St. John Missionary Baptist Church would like to send a special thanks to all that SHINED in our HEARTS at the Valentine’s Banquet. It is the monetary contributions of people, churches, and businesses like yours that made our event successful.
Please accept our warmest thanks for your generosity and compassion towards our Church. You are God’s greatest Blessings!
Thanks to all,
St. John Baptist Church Family
St. John Missionary Baptist Church
Valentines Banquet 2016
Center, Tx
Rev. Winston Kibbles Sr.- Pastor
February 15, 2016 - The Center Police Department Ladies Auxiliary held a fundraiser for their scholarship program through a Valentines Day basket giveaway. The fundraiser was held until Saturday, February 13, 2016 in front of Brookshire Brothers in Center.
At 12:20pm the drawing was held and David Hailey, Brookshire Brothers Manager, drew the winning name from the box. District Judge Charles "Brick" Dickerson was the winner of the baskets with contents valued at over $250.
February 15, 2016 - A political forum was held at the Sunshine Frontier Cafe in Timpson on Thursday, February 11, 2016. Debra Pate Smith, former Timpson Mayor, spoke with Timpson residents and potential city council and mayor candidates about the city finances, filing to run as a candidate and the importance of backing those seeking election collectively and not splitting the vote.
Yvonne Ramsey, city council member, was also at the event and is running for council once again. Other possible candidates mentioned during the meeting were Tracy Hooper, who may be seeking election as mayor, and Al Skinner who may be running for a council position.
The importance of voting was expressed throughout the event, as with all local elections, one vote can make all the difference in who wins an election.
February 15, 2016 - First Vice-President Linda Anderson called the Golden Harvest Ministries Club to order with 30 members and 2 guests attending the February 15 meeting. Harold Hanson led the singing of two favorites and Happy Birthday to Harold Warr, Odessa Link, and Betty Merony who was celebrating her birthday that day. February anniversary greetings went to members Naomi and Harold Hanson, Leigh Porterfield, and guest Brandi Emanis.
Program Chairman Linda Anderson introduced Sherry Harding, executive director of Shelby County Outreach Ministries, and Brandi Emanis, director of the senior food program, who explained the wide variety of services provided by SCOM.
The Golden Harvest Ministries Club meets at 11:30 a.m. on the 3rd Monday of each month in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church in Center, Texas. Visitors are welcome to bring a covered-dish and enjoy the program and fellowship.
Submitted by Linda Bordelon, Reporter
February 15, 2016 - VFW Post 8904 and Auxiliary members braved the elements for an event held on the historic Shelby County Courthouse Monday, February 15, 2016 in observation of the USS Maine sinking and loss of the lives of its passengers during the Spanish-American War.
Just before 10am, those present gathered at the Shelby County Veterans Memorial while Larry Hume, Quartermaster, recited a speech as a strong wind blew and rain fell from the skies.
"We're here to commemorate the 118th anniversary of the sinking of the USS Maine in the Havana Harbor, which led to the Spanish-American War," said Hume. "The Spanish-American War only lasted about four months, but from that war came the Veterans of Foreign Wars. It was not called that in those days, but from those veterans that were not being taken care of by the government our organization was formed."
Hume continued and said Teddy Roosevelt told his troops as they were mustering out, "Enjoy the next 15 days, because after that you will be forgotten."
Taps was played as presented by John Piersol and the wreath in honor of the USS Maine was visible on the Veterans Memorial.
Sherry Riley, Veterans Service Officer, was present for the event and Hume remarked at the end of the event that her position is now full-time with her hours at the historic courthouse being from 7:30am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday.
"If you know any veterans that need any help with paperwork and so forth, please send them to Sherry," said Hume.
February 11, 2016 - The members of Center Garden Club cleaned and refreshed their garden at the Community House. This is in preparation for our annual Flower Show in April. Those attending were Judy Matthews, Lisa Albers, Rachel Campbell, Carolyn Bounds, and Jackie Hancock.
Submitted by Jackie Hancock
February 11, 2016 - International Flower Show Judges and Hemphill Garden Club members Betty Eddleman and Nell Anderson explained terms utilized in the scale of points in judging a floral design to Center Garden Club members at their February 10 meeting at the Community House in Center, Texas.
They also critiqued a floral design by Carole Ann Chance by using principles and elements of design, creativity, expression, and artistic concept. The program was in preparation for Center Garden Club's 50th Flower Show which is free and open to the public from noon to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 22, at the Community House, 423 San Augustine Street, Center, Texas.
Submitted by Linda Bordelon, Publicity Chairman
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