This page will contain all the stories relating to Hurricane Laura and its impact on Shelby County. The announcement headline is bold and links to the page with the full article. Following the headline is the first paragraph or the basic information.
City of Center Phones Lines Down, Alternative Number to Call - For City of Center services please call 936/598-2788. City Hall phones are down due to the power outage.
Nacogdoches Medical Center Hurricane Laura Update - Nacogdoches Medical Center is closely monitoring Hurricane Laura and is working with the Nacogdoches County Emergency Management and City officials to determine the necessary steps to prepare for the storm. Providing safe, high-quality care is our top priority. We currently remain open to care for patients with medical and emergency needs however, there are a few services that will close or operate on a delayed schedule temporarily… click headline for more.
Significant Weather Advisory Includes Shelby County, Surrounding Areas (Updated 6:30pm) - Significant Weather Advisory for De Soto, Northwestern Red River, and Southwestern Caddo Parishes Southeastern Harrison, Panola, and Shelby Counties until 7:15pm CDT. At 6:23 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 8 miles northeast of Mansfield to 7 miles northeast of Logansport to near Shelbyville. Movement was northwest at 40 mph. Winds in excess of 40 mph will be possible with these storms.
Shelby Savings Bank Closes for Hurricane Laura - Shelby Savings Bank locations in Center, San Augustine and Hemphill will be closed on Thursday, August 27th due to Hurricane Laura. These locations will resume normal banking hours on Friday, August 28th. Please be safe during Hurricane Laura. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Hurricane Precautions Delay Garbage Pickup Services in Center - Due to the strong winds and extreme weather conditions expected tomorrow morning and afternoon, Republic Waste will not be providing services tomorrow. All routes will be delayed one day this week, so Thursday service will be picked up on Friday, Friday's service will be picked up on Saturday.
Portacool Notice to Employees Concerning Hurricane Laura - Portacool, LLC will suspend all operations at end of night-shift on Thursday morning, August 27, 2020, in response to Hurricane Laura. Currently, Corporate and Shipping employees will report back to work Friday, August 28, 2020. Manufacturing operations will resume as normal Monday, August 31, 2020. Checks will only be available from noon until 5pm Wednesday, August 26. If you have not picked up your check by end of day Wednesday, it will be available at the Human Resources office on Monday. For updates, check the Corporate Communication line or with your supervisor.
Self Defense America Closes Thursday for Hurricane - Self Defense America will be closed Thursday, August 26 due to Hurricane Laura.
Timpson ISD Cancels Classes, Game for Thursday - Timpson ISD has made the decision to cancel classes for Thursday, August 27, 2020 due to the likelihood of damage, outages and difficulties related to Hurricane Laura. TISD plans to resume classes on Friday, August 28, 2020. The JV football game scheduled for tomorrow in Frankston has been cancelled as well.
Joaquin ISD Closes Thursday for Hurricane Laura - Joaquin ISD will be closed Thursday, August 27th due to Hurricane Laura. Remote instruction will not be provided. A determination for Friday will be made tomorrow afternoon. Please continue to check the Joaquin ISD Facebook page and the local media outlets for updates.
Hurricane Laura Instigates Center ISD School Closure, Game Cancellations - Center ISD will not have school tomorrow, Thursday, August 27, 2020. The following games scheduled for Thursday, August 27th have been cancelled: 9th Grade / Jr. Varsity Football versus Tatum and Middle School Volleyball versus Palestine.
Excelsior ISD Announces Closure in Response to Hurricane Laura - Excelsior ISD will be closed Thursday, August 27, 2020 due to Hurricane Laura. There will be no remote instruction.
Joaquin City Hall to Close for Hurricane Laura - Due to the approaching hurricane, the City of Joaquin City Hall Office will be closed on Thursday, August 27, and possibly Friday, August 28 (depending on the circumstances).
Tenaha ISD Closes Thursday for Hurricane Laura - Alert! Out of an abundance of caution and a genuine effort to keep everyone safe, the decision has been made to close Tenaha ISD Thursday, August 27th due hurricane Laura pending approach to our area. Note: There will not be any remote classes. Don't forget that Friday is already a school holiday and the Tigers game at Honey Grove is still on.
City of Tenaha City Hall Office Announces Closure Due to Hurricane - The City of Tenaha City Hall Office will be closed on Thursday, August 27th due to the approaching hurricane. We are sorry for the inconvenience this may cause. However we will have extra Officers on duty to help with emergency services in preparation, during and after this hurricane in the city and surrounding areas. If you need to contact an officer for the City of Tenaha please contact The Shelby County Sheriff’s office at 936-598-5600 and they can dispatch an officer to your location. Please, stay safe and thank you for your understanding.
Shelbyville ISD Cancels School for Thursday - Shelbyville ISD is cancelling school for Thursday, August 27, due to Hurricane Laura. Classes will resume on Friday, August 28, unless conditions do not allow it. Please stay tuned for future developments. Be prepared and stay safe!
Panola College Closes in Preparation for Hurricane - Panola College has canceled all Wednesday, August 26th evening classes. We will close all locations at 5 pm on Wednesday, and will remain closed Thursday and Friday, August 27 due to Hurricane Laura.
Shelby County Included in Hurricane Warning - A Hurricane Warning means hurricane-force winds are expected somewhere within this area within the next 36 hours. Locations affected include [Shelby County].
Hurricane Laura Causes Class Cancellations/Closure at SFA - Based on forecasts that indicate Hurricane Laura will be a Category 3 storm at landfall and will impact our area with high winds and rain beginning late Wednesday night, the following operational changes are now in effect at Stephen F. Austin State University... click headline
DETEC Prepares for Potential Weather Related Outages - Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is making preparations for potential weather related outages due to Hurricane Laura. As always, we will respond to outages as quickly and as safely as possible. We encourage you to prepare your home and family as well. Above all, DETEC encourages everyone to keep safety a priority.
Tri-County Community Offices Announces Closure - Tri-County Community Action, Inc. will be closed Wednesday, August 26 and Thursday, August 27 due to the approaching hurricane. We will re-open Friday, August 28 at 8am. Stay safe.
County Attorney Warns Against Price Gouging - Shelby County is among the list of 36 newly added counties to the State's Disaster Declaration concerning Hurricane Laura on Tuesday, August 25 due to the threat of severe rain, wind, and flooding. Shelby County Attorney Gary Rholes would like to remind everyone that price gouging in a disaster area is a crime. If anyone suspects price gauging, please contact the Shelby County Attorney's office at 936-598-6100 and it will be investigated.
Governor Abbott Provides Update On Texas’ Response To Hurricane Laura, Adds 36 Counties Including Shelby - Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference at the Alternate State Operations Center in Austin where he provided an update on the state's response to Hurricane Laura. This hurricane is expected to impact the Texas Coast and Southeast Texas as early as Wednesday and bring heavy rainfall, flooding, high winds, and storm surge. The Governor also received a briefing from the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), which included an update on response and preparedness efforts from state agency directors and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Additionally, the Governor announced that he has added 36 counties to his State Disaster Declaration due to the threat of severe rain, wind, and flooding.
Shelby County Courthouse to Close for Hurricane - The Shelby County Courthouse will be closed on Thursday, August 27, due to possible high wind and flash flooding. The courthouse will reopen on Friday, August 28.
SWEPCO Prepares for Hurricane Laura; Customers Urged to Plan Ahead – As Hurricane Laura approaches, Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) advises customers to prepare now for the storm. Customers who are on life support systems or need uninterrupted electric service for health reasons should make alternate arrangements in preparation for potential power outages.
National Forests, Grasslands in Texas Closes Recreation Areas as Hurricane Laura Approaches - Effective today, multiple recreation sites on the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas have been closed for the health and safety of visitors and staff as Hurricane Laura approaches the Gulf Coast.
Sabine State Bank Announces Early Closure on Wednesday - Sabine State Bank would like to advise the community the bank will be closing all offices at noon on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 and will be closed Thursday, August 27th due to Hurricane Laura. Utilities permitting, the bank will reopen on Friday, August 27.
Shelby County Outreach Ministries Closure Notice - Shelby County Outreach Ministries, Inc. will be closed on Thursday, August 27th due to the approaching hurricane. We are sorry for the inconvenience this may cause. Please, stay safe and thank you for your understanding. God Bless.
Tri-County Community Cancels Produce Drop for Aug. 26 - Tri-County Community Action food pantry will be closed this Thursday, August 27 we will re-open Thursday, September 3 at 8:30am.
Evacuee Traffic Filling Up Highway 96 Due to Hurricane Laura - Highway 96 North is heavy with traffic as evacuees are making their way north to avoid Hurricane Laura. Be alert to traffic delays especially if trying to cross over US 96.
