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February 3, 2016 - Over fifty Center Elementary third graders and Center Garden Club members Cherry Jones, Alison Scull, Janette Wittmann, and Carolyn Bounds and two guests, Benita Collard and Jennifer Britt, enjoyed making pinecone bird feeders together on January 19.
The students also learned about the great American naturalist-artist John James Audubon as they viewed and discussed various works from his great classic Birds of America.
In addition, Garden Club provided supplies for the teachers of those third-grade classes with whom they were unable to meet directly so that ALL third graders with the guidance of their teachers could experience the hands-on activity and learn that everyone needs to be a good steward of Nature's creatures.
Submitted by Carolyn Bounds
February 2, 2016 - The Vietnam Peace Accord of 1973 was observed at the Shelby County Courthouse by VFW Post 8904 Veterans and Auxiliary Wednesday, January 27, 2016.
Leading the ceremony was Larry Hume, Post Quartermaster, who recited a history of the accord, which read as follows:
The Paris Peace Accords ended the fighting in Vietnam, it was signed 42 years ago on January 27, 1973 and was followed by the withdrawal of the remaining American troops. The terms of the accord called for a complete cease fire in south Vietnam. It allowed north Vietnamese forces to retain the territory they had captured, release U.S. prisoners of war, and called for both sides to find a political solution to the conflict. As an enticement, the United States, President Nixon offered air power to enforce the peace terms; however, this was stopped in December of 1974 when Congress cut off all military aid to south Vietnam and all was lost.
"More than 58,000 Americans gave their lives in the Vietnam War, and there's still 1,624 missing in action. This is 12 less than there was at this time last year, as our POW/MIA accounting teams continue to search around the world where there are missing Americans," said Hume.
The Vietnam War claimed the lives of nine of Shelby County's own, and their names were read by Post and Auxiliary members Becky Maidic, Mary Fausett, and Mike Langford.
A memorial wreath was hung on the Shelby County Veterans Memorial by U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran Neal Woodfin. Taps was then sounded as presented by Mike Langford.
Shelby County Servicemen Killed in Action in Vietnam William Henry Eaden, killed in action on November 12, 1965. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 3 East, Line 42. Ted Wane Adams, killed in action on November 15, 1966. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 12 East, Line 76. Taylor D. Johnson, killed in action on January 28, 1966. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 4 East, Line 103. William Larry "Shorty" Andrews, killed in action on February 16, 1967. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 15 East, Line 38. Larry Stephen Byford, killed in action on June 23, 1967. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 22 East, Line 52. Jerry Lynn Hughes, killed in action on July 12, 1967. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 23 East, Line 59. Ray A. Chatelain, killed in action on July 30, 1967. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 24 East, Line 50. Jimmy D. Barnett, killed in action on March 26, 1968. His name on the Vietnam Memorial can be found at Panel 46, Line 28. Mac Curtis Buckley, killed in action on July 5, 1968. His name on the wall can be found at Panel 53, Line 16.
February 2, 2016 - We have had a mild winter so far, wonder what the Official Groundhog will have to say about the rest of our winter?
Highest Temp was 78 degrees on 1-31-2016
Highest Temp on Record was 85 degrees on 1-23-1943 and 1-26-1950
Lowest Temp was 26 degrees on 1-28-2016
Lowest Temp on Record was 5 degrees on 1-19-1940 and 1-12-1982
Rainfall Recorded was 3.67 inches
Average Monthly Rainfall is 4.45 inches
Below Average by 0.78 inches
Highest Recorded for this Month was 12.13 inches in 1999
Lowest Recorded for this Month was 0.57 inches in 1986
There were 10 days with temperatures of 32 degrees or lower
The High Temp of 78 degrees occurring on 1-31-2016 is being recorded on the morning of 2-01-2016 on the Official Weather Report as each day's high Temp is recorded at 7:00 a.m. the next morning.
January 2016 Center, TX Weather Report
Submitted by Jim and Ann Forbes, U.S. Weather Observers
January 29, 2016 - Pineywoods Beekeepers Association members Mike Bordelon from Huxley and James and Cindy Dotson from Milam were the guest speakers for the January 28 Shelby County Bee Club in Center, Texas. The program was about products made from honey. Mike explained how to make cream honey and had samples to taste. James and Cindy demonstrated the process of making meade, a product which dates back to 7,000 BC in China.
January 27, 2016 (More Photos) - Shelby County Bass Anglers (SCBA) received the Texas Association of Bass Clubs, Falcon Lake 2015 State Championship award during their annual awards banquet for the 2015 season on January 14. The banquet was held at the John D. Windham Civic Center and those attending enjoyed fish and chicken prepared by the Shelby County Cookers.
Robert Rose, President of the Texas Association of Bass Clubs, presented championship jackets to the winners from the State Tournament which was held at Falcon Lake this past September. Jackets were presented to Glenn Sowell, Jason Wells, Darrin Wiggins, Lance Hughes, David Koonce, Josh Sowell, Cody Barton, and Jacob Permenter. Rose also presented the club with a "Traveling Trophy" which now has the name of SCBA as the newest plaque addition.
Wells introduced the guest speaker BASS elite angler Keith Combs from Huntington, Texas who at the Toyota Texas Bass Classic in 2014 broke the tour-level world record with 110 pounds following three days of competition at Lake Fork. The previous record was 83 pounds.
Comb spoke about how to practice to win a tournament and how to make small adjustments when you find a potential area to help keep you up on the leader board and win. He also spoke about a new class he is offering in Lufkin - the Electronic Edge which is a series of classes designed to help any angler, novice or expert, become better at utilizing their electronics to find and catch more fish.
Recognition of officers and directors for the past year: Jason Wells, President; Larry Matthews, Vice-President; Jake Permenter, Secretary; David Koonce, Treasurer; Tournament directors - Levi Willoughby, Cody Barton, and Ricky Sims; Sammy Arnold, Fundraising Chairperson; Chris Cartwright, board member; Will Lloyd, board member; James Crelia, board member.
Shelby County Junior Bass Anglers (SCJBA) attending were asked to stand and be recognized along with the SCJBA Advisers Glenn and Diana Stanford. Brett Clark and Jared Wiggins were presented plaques for 2015 Jr. Anglers of the Year.
Glenn Stanford responded to words of praise from Wells saying, "Actually we couldn't have done it without y'all. I mean to be honest. It is such a fabulous program they have running right now. I don't know if y'all heard about our first tournament in December; there was 490 teams at this tournament. That right there is a bunch of seventh grade through twelfth grade." He finished saying they couldn't have done it without the clubs support. Stanford also recognized Chandler Burgay and James Marshall for finishing 10th place out of 390 plus teams. Their next tournament will be on February 6th.
Wells also recognized the winners of each tournament for the past year:
February - Jason Wells and John Olive, 25.43lbs
March - Bobby Joe Cartwright and Michael "Lil Man" Gardner, 26.72 lbs
April - Ryan Pinkson, 20.77 lbs.
May - Clarence Denby, 17.32lbs
June - Ryan Pinkston, 24.48lbs
July - Chris Cartwright and Andre Cartwright, 18.57lbs
August - John Olive and Jason Wells, 21.93lbs
September - David Koonce and Brandon Wells, 21.94lbs
Wells presented some special 1st time awards: Michael 'Lil Man' Gardner - "I'm Gonna" award, Philip Crelia - "I Had On" award, Bobby Addison - "Are We Trailering" award, Cody Barton - "I Gotta" award, Collin Lloyd - "I Second That" award, 'Moon Pie' Sowell - "Stealth Bomber" award, David Cartwright - "Dragon Fly" award, Cody Barton and Jacob Permenter - "Total Team Combined Weight" award.
End of the Year Awards were presented as follows:
- 2015 Big Bass of the Year - Chance Moton and Shane Murphy (9.49lbs)
- 2015 Largest Stringer of the Year - Michael Gardner and Bobby Cartwright (26.72lbs)
- 2015 Horizon Award - Justin Brinson and David Cartwright
- 2015 Most Total Weight for the Year - Jason Wells and John Olive (135.51lbs)
- 2015 Anglers of the Year - Jason Wells and John Olive
- 2015 Norris Askew Classic Championship - Jason Wells and John Olive (Day 1 Sam Rayburn: 22.12lbs, Day 2 Toledo Bend: 15.37lbs, Total: 37.49lbs)
To learn more about the SCBA, visit them online http://www.shelbycountybassanglers.com.
January 28, 2016 - Kevin Jones welcomes John A. Jenkins, Jr. as the newest member of the Center Motor Company sales team.
Jenkins is a native of Winnie, Texas and a graduate of Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. He now lives in Center, Texas with his wife Rose and son Sam. He comes from the flooring industry with over 15 years in sales experience.
"I feel blessed to be in Shelby County and part of the Center Motor Company team," said Jenkins.
He invites everyone to give him a call for their next purchase of a new Ford, Lincoln - car, truck, SUV or used vehicle.
January 25, 2016 - Album - A great time was had at the Center Volunteer Fire Department's (VFD) annual bingo fundraiser which was held Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the John D. Windham Civic Center. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to purchase new bunker gear for the firemen.
An average price for a set of bunker gear is $1,600. The set includes pants, coat, helmet, boots, gloves, and nomex hood. The protective fire-resistant garments or Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) are worn by firefighters while fighting fires and sometimes while performing other dangerous activities. It is also referred to as turn-out gear. The gear expires after 10 years from the manufacture date. Additional essential equipment are air packs which cost around $2,000 each. The air pack does not expire; however, they are inspected yearly.
The fire department purchased bunker gear 10 years ago through grant assistance and the equipment expires soon. The volunteer fire department has 16 firemen at this time and the department is working on replacing the gear as funds allow.
Rodney Mathews, Chief of Center VFD said, "We really appreciate everyone for coming out to support us and we want to thank all of the businesses that donated to the department for our fundraiser."
Winner of the $500 black out was Matthew Rafferty. The last game winner of the $1,000 blackout was Lizann Burke and grandson Jaxon Goings.
January 27, 2016 - As part of a special project Center Garden Club members recently shared plants with two institutions which provide essential services to the community.
In December, Jackie Hancock and Judy Mathews delivered poinsettias to nursing home residents and later that month Ann Hitt, Carolyn Bounds, and Cherry Jones delivered a Christmas Norfolk pine to the Center Post Office to welcome the new postmaster Steven Standley and express season's greetings to both Center postal employees and their patrons.
Pictured (left to right): Michael Sowell, Supervisor; Steven Standley, Post Master; Devin Peeler, Clerk; Austin Nethery, Clerk; and Jeremiah Lemoine, Clerk.
In the future Center Garden Club members will recognize with either plants or floral designs other institutions meeting various community needs.
Submitted by Carolyn Bounds
January 27, 2106 - The family of Linda Faye Johnson would like to thank each of you for your prayers, expressions of love, calls of strength and many acts of kindness you have shown to them during this hour of their bereavement. May God continue to bless each of you.
Della McClelland-Mosby
January 26, 2016 - Farmers State Bank is pleased to announce that your banking experience with us is now even more secure! Our website has been enhanced to include the latest cyber security standards and has an updated address: www.FSBCTX.com is now www.FSBCTX.bank
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