April 10, 2026 - T.J. Belin, a 2025 Graduate of Center High School, was honored on Wednesday, April 7, 2026 during Wiley University's Honors Convocation which is a celebration of the academic achievements of its students.

April 7, 2026 - The Deep East Texas Branch of National Association of Social Workers (NASW) - Texas honored Sheila Woodard, a Shelbyville native, during their Annual Social Work Month Banquet and Awards Luncheon on March 31, 2026 in Nacogdoches.

March 30, 2026 - Shelby County Commissioner Tom Bellmyer advises a road closure for County Road 4356 at US Hwy 96 for a culvert replacement starting Tuesday morning, March 31, 2026 at 8am.

The project is expected to be completed same day by 4pm.

March 7, 2026 - The 2026 Shelby County Livestock sale is underway at the John D. Windham Civic Center and results will be updated as the auction progresses.

The below results are unofficial. Once the official results are available, they will be published.

Grand Champion Steer - Cassie Nutt (Shelby Co. 4-H) sold for $6,000
Grand Champion Swine - Irelynn Clouse (Joaquin FFA) sold for $5,500
Grand Champion Goat - Macklyn Kirk (Shelby Co. 4-H) sold for $7,000
Grand Champion Lamb - Lakelee Jousan (Shelby Co. 4-H) sold for $3,500