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July 27, 2023 - Olivia Johnson, the current National Watermelon Queen, was the special speaker at the July Lunch and Learn event on July 26, 2023 at the AgriLife Extension Office. The Lunch and Learn is hosted by the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and the sponsor for July’s event was Wiggins Farms, a family owned farming company which specializes in the growing of watermelons along with a few other row crops.
Olivia shared about the health benefits of watermelon including not just hydration but also vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids. It is nutrient dense with two cups of watermelon having 80 calories, no fat, vitamins A (8%), B (8%), and C (25%), potassium (6%), thiamin (8%), phosphorus (2%). Watermelon seeds that are sprouted, shelled, and dried have 10 grams of protein in one ounce.
Watermelon is 92% water which makes it a delicious way to hydrate. It is a leader in lycopene containing higher levels than any other fresh fruit or vegetable. Lycopene is responsible for the red to pink colors seen in food that provides UV protection and improves heart health. It is the perfect way to refresh and replenish after a workout because it also aids in curing muscle soreness.
Johnson also spoke about her time as the National Watermelon Queen and the journey it has taken her on all over the United States and into Canada. She promotes the nutritional benefits and economical values of watermelon anywhere watermelon is featured.
For more information about watermelon including recipes, visit watermelon.org. For more information about the National Watermelon Association, visit watermelon.ag.
July 25, 2023 - C.H.A.N.G.E. brought a group of youth to the Shelby County Courthouse courtroom on Thursday, July 20, 2023 to listen to Stuart Burson, a Prevention Coordinator at Family Crisis Center of East Texas.
Stuart Burson
The majority of the attendees were young men and Burson spoke much about Toxic Masculinity and how society reinforces it via social media, television, as well as in advertising campaigns.
Burson focused on helping the young men attending learn about healthy and unhealthy relationships.
The C.H.A.N.G.E. (Community Helping Adolescents Naturally Grow and Excel) program focuses on empowering youth. It was developed by the Shelby County Juvenile Probation Department to further the mission of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (T.J.J.D.) to “transform young lives and create safer communities.” It's target population is youth who are ages 6 or older and younger than 17. The community-based program's goal is to prevent or intervene in at-risk behaviors that lead to delinquency, truancy, dropping out of school, or referral to the juvenile justice system.
Pictured are (from left) Avery Faulkner Shelbyville H.S. - Cody Claude Nacogdoches H.S.- Abigail Richardson Douglass H.S.
July 20, 2023 - ETPOA (East Texas Peace Officers Association) thanks everyone who supports this organization through donations and purchase of raffle tickets as well as other types of support.
The recipients received the scholarships during the ETPOA annual training conference in June. The conference was held in Nacogdoches, Texas at the Fredonia Hotel and Conference Center.
Those who received scholarships include Avery Faulkner, Shelbyville High School; Cody Claude, Nacogdoches High School; and Abigail Richardson, Douglass High School. These three recent graduates received $1,000 scholarships through the East Texas Peace Officers’ Association
July 18, 2023 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society held their regular monthly meeting this past Saturday at the First Methodist Church in Center, Texas. There was a workshop given on “Tips and Techniques on How to Photograph Water in Motion” in preparation for next month's challenge. The July Challenge were photographs submitted by members for voting and critique on “Night Photography.”
The PWPS goal is to help you become a better photographer and give you a place to meet others who share your passion for photography. Featuring programs and activities with information and instruction for all skill levels in an environment of support and cooperation.
Visitors are always welcome to attend our meetings.
July Challenge Winners - Night Photography
1st Place Favorite - Bobbie J Wood, "God's Fireworks"
2nd Place Favorite - Billie F. Jones, "Church and Supermoon"
3rd Place Favorite (Tie) - Janice Carter, "Moon with Blue Sky"
3rd Place Favorite (Tie) - Lawrence Davis, "Jordan 2023"
3rd Place Favorite (Tie) - Summer Koltonski, "Moonlight Fireworks"
July 14, 2023 - Happy Tails Adoption Center is hosting their Summer Fundraiser. Donations of $5 receive one ticket and donations of $20 receive five tickets. Winners will be announced on Monday, July 17, 2023.
Prizes are a recliner from Blake’s Furniture valued at $500, a Consuela purse from Mooney’s valued at $259, or a custom made pet flag designed by Betty Mooney valued at $40.
Ways to donate:
- Venmo: @HappyTailsTexas
- Donate at our site: HappyTailsTexas.org
- Mail donations to : P.O. Box. 1049, Center, TX 75935
Contact Stephanie Elswick for more information or questions at 903-808-2590.
From left: Bonnie Lucas, Fannie Watson, Dottie West, Janene Walker, Stephanie Elswick, and Ginia Hooper
July 13, 2023 - The Center Woman’s Reading Club officers met in the lovely home of club President Alease Copelin to make plans for the upcoming 2023-2024 year. Other reading club officers include First Vice President Bonnie Lucus, Second Vice President Dottie West, Recording Secretary Stephanie Elswick, Corresponding Secretary Fannie Watson, Treasurer Ginia Hooper, and Parliamentarian Janene Walker.
The program theme for this year is books written by Texas authors. Club meetings include a club business meeting, a book report, and a time for refreshments and fellowship.
The Center Woman’s Reading Club was organized in 1896 making it among the oldest continually meeting clubs in Shelby county.
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July 12, 2023 - General Shelters has been celebrating all year long their 50th Anniversary which is officially in October. On Monday, July 10, a drawing was held for two buildings in contention for being the official 50th Anniversary Limited Edition building of General Shelters. Employees were the deciders on which building would win and at the same time of voting for the winning building they were entered into a drawing to win the building they selected. The two buildings built special for the company's 50th Anniversary were 'The Sun Shed' and 'The Garden Studio' which are both 8 ft. by 12 ft..
David Koonce, President/CEO of General Shelters said, "We are celebrating our 50th year all year long. And we've built two buildings and our employees have voted on their favorite building to be able to represent our 50th anniversary limited edition building. And the winner is Sun Shed." After announcing which building received the most votes, a drawing was held to see which two employees won their favorite building.
Antonio Cantu won 'The Garden Studio' and Clint Tanner won 'The Sun Shed.'
From left: David Koonce, Clint Tanner, and Antonio Cantu
General Shelters will build only 50 of each building and they will be sent out to their distributors.
“One more thing, for the public, this year in October we are going to draw a lucky winner out for our 50th anniversary building. So, go by one of your General Shelters locations to enter for a chance to win ‘The Sun Shed,’" advised Koonce.
The Sun Shed - 50th Anniversary Building of General Shelters
July 5, 2023 - To honor America and the freedoms we all enjoy, and to celebrate the significance of Independence Day, local attorneys gathered in the upstairs courtroom of the Historic 1885 Courthouse on Friday, June 30, 2023.
Attorney Deck Jones thanked everyone for attending the reading and explained it is a goal of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association for a formal reading of the United States Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights to be performed annually in each of the 254 Texas counties.
Jones then introduced the attorneys participating in the reading to be Stephen Shires, Scott Peal, April Prince, Kim Ryan, and Jeff Adams. He then went on to give some history leading up to the writing of the Declaration of Independence and its signing by 56 courageous men. The Declaration contains three sections: a general statement of natural rights theory and the purposed of government; list of grievances against the British King; and finally the declaration of independence from England.
Next, the group read the Bill of Rights which are the first 10 amendments of the Constitution.
From left: Winner of Best in Show was awarded to BJ Wood and contest judge was Amanda Breitbach, Assistant Professor of Art at Stephen F. Austin State University.
July 3, 2023 - Farmers State Bank’s inaugural 'East Texas Photo' show was the focus of many on Monday, July 3rd with the winners being announced. In the four categories, a total of 76 entries were received. Categories were Landscape/Nature, Fine Art, Human Interest and Spirit of Texas.
Best of Show was awarded to BJ Wood’s photo “A Boy’s Best Friend.”
Best of Show Winner "A Boy's Best Friend"
People’s Choice award will be announced on July 17th. Everyone is welcome can come vote for their favorite photo through the 14th of July during lobby business hours. The exhibit is in Farmers State Bank’s main lobby located at 115 Shelbyville Street, Center, Texas 75935.
Winners in each category were:
Human Interest
1st Place - “A Boy’s Best Friend” by B.J. Wood
2nd Place - “Put Me in Coach” by LeeAnn Robertson
3rd Place - “Texas Tea Party” by Lawrence Davis
Landscape/ Nature
1st Place - “Magical Evening on Toledo Bend” by Summer Koltonski
2nd Place - “Into the Fog” by Billie F. Jones
3rd Place - “Snowy Gate” by Starla Fischer
Fine Art
1st Place - “Very Grateful” by Lawrence Davis
2nd Place - “Leave Me Alone” by Angie Davis
3rd Place - “A Mother’s Peace” by B.J. Wood
Spirit of Texas
1st Place - “A Hunter’s Bounty” by B.J. Wood
2nd Place - “Texas Wedding Dress” by Anna M. Jones
3rd Place - “Cowboy Essentials” by Debra Cockrell
June 29, 2023 - Timpson Frontier Days, Presented by Timpson Chamber of Commerce, continues it’s 2023 lineup of events this Friday evening, June 30, 2023.
Thursday evening the carnival began at 5pm, and at 6pm a party in the streets under the tent with DJ Berio.
Friday, June 30, the carnival starts once again at 5pm, and the Gospel Concert begins at First Baptist Church with the Calvary Boys and Southern Plainsmen performing. Tickets are sold at the door and are $10.
Downtown entertainment with dancing in the streets will be provided once again by DJ Berio from 7pm until 10pm, get your dancing shoes ready!
Saturday, July 1, the Frontier Days car show will begin at 9am. The parade lineup will also take place at 9am in front of Timpson High School, beginning at 9am and the parade will begin at 10am with welcome and opening prayer at 11am, as well as introduction of guests. Washer pitching will start after the parade in SoSo Park.
Throughout the day Saturday there will be food and craft booths open, carnival rides and entertainment, including David Wonders featuring balloon art and magic shows.
Timpsin ISD Twirlers and Cheerleaders perform at 7pm, followed by the cake auction at 8pm. The band will then perform for the rest of the evening until 11pm. Headline entertainment includes Chris Wells with special guest Trey Wilson an hometown celebrity Jason Pate on the drums.
Sunday, July 2, a community service will be held downtown under the tent at 6pm. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy worshipping the Lord together. A community that can worship together, can live together.
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