November 17, 2025 - My name is John Pope, and I’m honored to announce my candidacy for Shelby County Constable, Precinct 5 in the upcoming March 3, 2026 Republican Primary.

October 23, 2024 - My name is Casey Lout and I’m announcing my candidacy for the current race for the Center ISD Board of Trustees. I am running for re-election for one of three available 4 year terms. My husband, Shad, and I are both graduates of Center High School and lifelong residents of Center. We currently have three children attending Center ISD and a fourth who graduated from CHS in 2024 and is now attending Texas A&M University.

Hello, Center Citizens!

January 4, 2024 - I, David Cheatwood, am seeking office for Shelby County Commissioner, Precinct 3 as a Republican Candidate. I have been a lifelong resident of Shelby County, Joaquin, TX. My wife, Jennifer, and I have been married for over 22 years. I have 3 children Tanner, Maddisyn and Ryleigh. 

I was employed for over 15 years with Shelby County Road and Bridge until Sept. 2022. I have been employed with Tri-State Vacuum for the past year. I currently hold a Class A CDL. I have continued to operate and haul heavy equipment as needed for the company.

December 8, 2023 - I would like to announce my candidacy for Shelby County Sheriff. Many of you know me as I retired as your Sheriff in 2020. I quickly found out I am not ready for retirement. I’ve spent the last three years cooking up some pretty good steaks until about 2 months ago, when I was offered the position of Investigator for the District and County Attorney offices. I have given this a lot of thought and with so many calls encouraging me to run again, I have decided to do so.