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Center Mayor David Chadwick received invitation from Pony Express rider Braxton Box in front of the Historic 1885 Shelby County Courthouse. Pictured are (from left): Deputy Constable John Pope; Constable Josh Tipton, Braxten Box astride "Charlie"; Mayor David Chadwick, and Trey Box.
June 21, 2024 - The Pony Express traveled to several cities Friday, June 21, 2024, to invite everyone to Timpson Frontier Days July 5 - July 7, 2024.
Pony Express Rider Braxten Box traveled astride his horse “Charlie” as the invitations were hand delivered to nearby towns.
Pony Express rider Braxten Box presents an invitation for Timpson Frontier Days to Mayor David Chadwick.
Escorted by Constable Josh Tipton and Deputy Constable John Pope through the entire excursion, the first delivery was made to City of Center where Mayor Chadwick received invitation on behalf of the citizens of Center in front of the historic 1885 Courthouse on the Center square.
From their the entourage galloped to Tenaha where Mayor O’Neal Jones received notice on behalf of the citizens of Tenaha. The journey then took the pony express to Timpson where Mayor Debra Pate Smith received delivery on behalf of the citizens of Timpson to join in the fun for Frontier Days.
Mayor David Chadwick was encouraged to show his cowboy flare.
The pony express team then raced over to Garrison in Nacogdcohes County where Mayor Keith Yarbrough was the recipient of the invitation on behalf of the citizens of Garrison.
From there, the final leg of the days journey was to Carthage where the citizens there were also invited to attend and Mayor Lin Joffrion received invitation on behalf of the citizens of Carthage.
Pony Express rider Braxten Box presents Tenaha Mayor O'Neal Jones with an invitation to Timpson Frontier Days. (Photo Courtesy Josh Tipton)
Pony Express rider Braxten Box offered an invitation to the citizens of Timpson. Pictured are (from left): Mayor Debra Pate Smith; Braxten Box astride "Charlie"; Constable Josh Tipton; and Deputy Constable John Pope.
Stella Smith was excited to receive an invitation to Timpson Frontier Days and to meet "Charlie."
Pony Express rider Braxten Box presents Garrison Mayor Keith Yarbrough with an invitation to Timpson Frontiers Days.
Pictured are (from left): Deputy Constable John Pope; Constable Josh Tipton; Braxten Box on "Charlie" and Mayor Keith Yarbrough.
Mayor Lin Joffrion received invitation for the citizens of Carthage to Timpson Frontier Days. (Photo Courtesy Josh Tipton)
Pictured are (from left): Mayor Lin Joffrion; Braxten Box on "Charlie"; Constable Josh Tipton; and Deputy Constable John Pope. (Photo Courtesy Josh Tipton)
June 20, 2024 - The Center Police Department had two of its officers promoted to sergeant recently and a ceremony was held in honor of their new positions June 18, 2024.
Assistant Chief Ricky King welcomed everyone present and shared the excitement about the event.
“It wasn't very long ago we took a pretty big hit as an agency in losing personnel. Luckily we were able to get several positions filled with what I personally believe to be excellent choices,” said King. “We've also been privileged to receive new hires who are also veterans from other agencies. And right off the bat, they fit in very nicely with our family-oriented department. I'm happy to announce that these promotions today will finish out the foundation of our leadership team.”
Lt. Andrew Williams provided some description of the duties of the newly promoted officers , their roles, and their identities.
Lt. Williams described the interview panel of six individuals, which included two current sergeants, Lt. Williams, Assistant Chief King, chief secretary and the District Attorney.
“We undertook a very large task selecting who our two new sergeants would be and we had three really, really qualified and good candidates. Through the selection process and our new interview techniques, we landed on Billy Lusk and Jacob Gross.
Some of the day-to-day responsibilities for sergeants will be overseeing the patrol shift, reviewing body cam footage, and they would be the “frontline supervisor” in the event something were to occur while other administrative authority was unavailable.
“They're the first step in the chain, then they'll contact the needed resources. They'll also be responsible for maintaining the patrol fleet, some of the FTO process, and things of that nature," said Wiliams.
Lt. Williams then pinned Sgt. Billy Lusk and Sgt. Jacob Gross with their badges.
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June 17, 2024 - Happy Tails will be hosting a "Bring Love Home" adoption event Tuesday evening, June 18, from 5pm to 8pm at Center's Tractor Supply.
There so many fur babies that need homes and giving you the opportunity to find the perfect match for you and/or your family.
There is also a pet food drive ongoing during this event.
All fees are waived for this event only. Please reach out if you have any questions about any of our animals! For more information about Happy Tails, visit them online https://happytailstexas.org/
Pictured are (Front Row): Korie, Noah, Jaxson, Aimee, Parker, Levi; (Second Row): Eythan, Ethan, Axyl, Ben; (Back Row): Alberto, Angel, Rain, Ethan C, Maddox, Gemma, and Landon.
June 17, 2024 - Last weekend, the dedicated students of Self Defense America showcased their skills and resilience at a thrilling Martial Arts tournament. Their hard work and commitment paid off.
The Self Defense America team participated in various categories, including Forms, Chambara, Sparring and Grappling competitions. Their precision, agility, and determination were evident as they executed intricate moves and techniques. From powerful kicks to graceful forms, these students demonstrated their commitment to martial arts.
Additionally, in combat competitions, our fighters showcased their prowess. Whether it was point sparring or chambara (padded swords), they faced opponents with unwavering determination. But our students hard-hitting kicks and lightning-fast reflexes left the parents cheering.
The instructors at Self Defense America couldn't be prouder. They witnessed firsthand the countless hours these students put into their training. We saw the sweat, the bruises, and the unwavering commitment.
The road to the tournament wasn't easy. Our students practiced tirelessly, fine-tuning their techniques, and pushed through the pain.
So here's to our talented students—the embodiment of discipline, dedication, and determination. And to the parents, we thank you for helping us shape these martial artists into leaders.
Remember, success isn't just about winning medals; it's about the journey—the countless hours of practice, the bonds forged, and the indomitable spirit that drives us forward.
June 14, 2024 - VFW Post 8904 and Auxiliary held a Flag Day ceremony at the Senior Nutrition Site located on SL 500 in Center.
Larry Hume, Post Quartermaster, welcomed all present for the event and Richard Lundie, Post Commander, described Flag Day as a holiday to celebrate our national flag.
“Today also honors our principles of freedom, unity and patriotism,” said Lundie.
August 3, 1949 Flag Day was originally recognized by an act of Congress and signed into law by President Harry S.Truman, and the legislation has maintained Flag Day as a nationwide observance that has encouraged all citizens and organizations to display the flag.
The 249th birthday of the United States Army was also recognized as being on Flag Day.
Commander Lundie Hoisted the flag, and then everyone recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
June 13, 2024 - The Fannie Brown Booth Library staff got a surprise visit from 8-year-old Ella Lewis on June 13, 2024. Ella wanted to help her Library and was inspired to have a lemonade stand.
She donated the proceeds to the Library.
Pictured above are Roy Davis and Sandra Davis with Brewster the baby kangaroo.
June 13, 2024 - Today was the second of the Fannie Brown Booth Library Summer Reading/Discovery programs: Creature Teacher. We had a capacity crowd as the Creature Teacher, Amanda, presented a tremendous program about various animals from different countries. The children and adults alike were thrilled with the animals and learned many facts about them.
The program ended with a selfie time with Brewster, the baby kangaroo. The program is so popular that we have scheduled two programs for next year: one in the morning and one in the afternoon.
The Summer Reading/Discovery programs are sponsored by the Center Noon Lions Club.
Creature Teacher Amanda is seen above holding an Argentine Tengu.
June 12, 2024 - Connor Henson, of Center, achieves the honor of being named with a total of 225 Centenary students to the Dean's List for Spring 2024. The honor list names all students who have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher in 12 or more semester hours taken for a letter grade during the fall semester. Those students who have opted out of publicly sharing their private information are not listed. Students on the Centenary Spring 2024 Dean's List are listed by their home countries/states and cities.
About Centenary College of Louisiana
Centenary College of Louisiana is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1825, it is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River and is a member of the Associated Colleges of the South.
June 12, 2024 - The University of Texas at Tyler announced the students who were named to the spring 2024 Dean's List and among those named are two Shelby County students.
Emma Frick, of Center, TX, attending the School of Health Professions and Maria Alvarado, of Tenaha, TX, attending the School of Health Professions.
To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must have completed 12 or more credit hours of undergraduate college-level credit in the awarding semester with a grade point average of at least 3.75. Students named to the President’s Honor Roll are not named to the Dean’s List. The Dean’s List is awarded in fall and spring semesters only.
To qualify for the Ben and Maytee Fisch College of Pharmacy Dean's List, a student must have completed six or more credit hours in the awarding semester with a grade point average of at least 3.75. This recognition is made in fall and spring semesters.
With a mission to improve educational and health care outcomes for East Texas and beyond, UT Tyler offers more than 90 undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 10,000 students. Through its alignment with UT Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas, UT Tyler has unified these entities to serve Texas with quality education, cutting-edge research and excellent patient care. Classified by Carnegie as a doctoral research institution and by U.S. News & World Report as a national university, UT Tyler has campuses in Tyler, Longview, Palestine and Houston.
June 12, 2024 - The University of Texas at Tyler announced students who were named to the spring 2024 President's Honor Roll and among those named are six Shelby County students.
Rayne Mouch, of Center, TX, attending the College of Education and Psychology; Brant Redmon, of Center, TX, attending the Soules College of Business; Abigayle Shofner, of Center, TX, attending the School of Nursing; Mariel Luna, of Joaquin, TX, attending the School of Nursing; Perla Hernandez, of Tenaha, TX, attending the College of Education and Psychology; and Harlie Ware, of Timpson, TX, attending the College of Arts and Sciences.
To qualify for the President’s Honor Roll, a student must have completed, in one term, 12 or more credit hours of undergraduate college-level credit with a grade of A in all courses. The President’s Honor Roll is awarded only in fall and spring semesters to students pursuing a baccalaureate degree. Students named to the President’s Honor Roll are not named to the Dean’s List.
With a mission to improve educational and health care outcomes for East Texas and beyond, UT Tyler offers more than 90 undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 10,000 students. Through its alignment with UT Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas, UT Tyler has unified these entities to serve Texas with quality education, cutting-edge research and excellent patient care. Classified by Carnegie as a doctoral research institution and by U.S. News & World Report as a national university, UT Tyler has campuses in Tyler, Longview, Palestine and Houston.
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