May 28, 2024 - Precinct 5 Constables were engaged in a high-speed rescue involving a runaway vehicle Monday, May 27, 2024 that traveled through the northern part of Shelby County.

Josh Tipton, Shelby County Constable Precinct 5, reports being contacted by the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department alerting he and Deputy Constable John Pope that a white Toyota Corolla was approaching Shelby County from Nacogdoches on U.S. Highway 59.

May 24, 2024 - (Update): Shelby County Sheriff Chief Deputy Chad Hooper states a garbage truck broke a line as they were leaving the Sheriff's Department this morning after emptying a dumpster.

In response, the parking lot is roped off while the mess is cleaned up. The Sheriff's Department is open, and alternative parking will have to be used until the area is clear.

A viscous substance on some streets in Center is causing drivers to have difficulty and lose traction Friday, May 24, 2024.

May 21, 2024 - Newly elected officials were sworn-in to the Joaquin City Council on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

Cheryl Green, City Secretary, administered the oaths of office to Barbara Pridgen, Mary Stanley and Rusty Wilson.

May 20, 2024 - Southview Circle (U.S. 96) in Center was the scene of a two-vehicle crash that sent one driver to the hospital after one driver attempted to bypass the flow of traffic.

May 20, 2024 - Shelby County Junior Chamber of Commerce (JCC) members at Center Middle School presented Divine Ministries with a donation check on Monday, May 20, 2024.