James Sentenced to 150 Years; D.A. Issues Statement

December 2, 2019 - A Center man has been sentenced December 2, 2019 to 150 years imprisonment, according to information released by the Shelby County District Attorney's office.

Six cases are the total number referenced in the press release; however, only two are named. The two cases specifically referenced are from a September 11, 2016 incident in which James received two aggravated sexual assault, 1st degree felony charges.

The following information includes the charge and number of years jail time James will receive as a result of his convictions.

Hwy 7 East, Loop 500 Scene of Two-Vehicle Crash Incident (Updated)

December 2, 2019 - State Highway 7 East at the intersection of Loop 500 was the scene of a two-vehicle crash Monday December 2, 2019.

Dump Truck Involved in Crash on SH 7

December 1, 2019 - A dump truck was involved in a single-vehicle crash Sunday, December 1, 2019 and caused a spill on the road, delaying traffic traveling through the area on State Highway 7.

Commissioners Month of Meetings Cover Variety of Important Issues

November 27, 2019 - The Shelby County Commissioners' Court approved orders relating to motor vehicle drug interdiction and reserve officers earlier this month and have accepted the resignation of one Justice of the Peace. These and a variety of other important issues have been considered and some approved.

There were two items discussed in executive session by the Shelby County Commissioners' Court during their November 6, 2019 which were approved when the meeting reconvened into open session.

Fuller to Perform Live in Center Square

November 22, 2019 - Construction Days shoppers will be treated to the musical talent of Sean Fuller as he plays his saxophone from the band stand on the Center Square November 22, 2019.

18-Wheeler Traveling on FM 139 Crashes, Loses Load

November 21, 2019 - FM 139 about 1/2 mile past Welch’s Store is the scene of an 18-wheeler rollover crash incident.

SH 7 East in James Community Scene of Dual Crashes

November 11, 2019 - State Highway 7 East in the James Community was the scene of two crash incidents involving four vehicles November 11, 2019.

U.S. Highway 59, 84 Intersection Scene of Major Two-Vehicle Crash

November 14, 2019 - U.S. Highway 59 in Timpson was the scene of a major two-vehicle crash Wednesday, November 13, 2019.

Center Fire Chief Speaks During Toledo Bend Retired Teachers Meeting

November 12, 2019 - Center Fire Chief Keith Byndom spoke at the Toledo Bend Retired Teachers meeting held Monday, October 28, 2019 at Pizzeria in Center.

Emergency Personnel Respond to Single-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 59

November 11, 2019 - Emergency crews were dispatched to U.S. Highway 59 North just outside of Timpson Sunday, November 10, 2019, in response to a single-vehicle rollover crash.

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