August 27, 2021 - Today, in accordance with the President's proclamation, all flags on public buildings and grounds should be be lowered to half-staff in remembrance and as a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless act of violence perpetrated on August 26, 2021, in Kabul, Afghanistan, and remain at half-staff until sunset, Monday, August 30, 2021.
August 26, 2021 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society held its regular monthly meeting this past Saturday, August 21, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church, Center, TX. There was a lesson on how to do Macro Photography and the August Challenge was "Reflections." Members voted, via on-line and in person for their 3 most favorite photographs submitted to the challenge.
August 25, 2021 - Families who signed up to show in the 2021 East Texas Poultry Festival Broiler Show are picking up their chickens today! Be sure to know your pen number and to bring directions to your house with you. This is required before you can pick up your chicks.
August 23, 2021 - Angel Baylor passed away on Thursday, August 19th unexpectedly due to complications from COVID 19. A benefit account has been set up at Shelby Savings Bank to help offset the cost of medical bills and funeral expenses.
August 20, 2021 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society (PWPS) will be holding their regular monthly meeting Saturday, August 21, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church, 211 Porter Street, Center, Texas from 9am to 12 noon. The monthly challenge will be on photographs highlighting "Reflections." There will also be a workshop on Macro Photography. Visitors are invited to attend For more information on meetings or memberships text or call Billie Jones, 936-591-2426.
August 19, 2021 - After a large number of nominations, the CHS Alumni Association Committee has selected local attorney, John Griffin (Class of 1972) as our 2021 Hall of Honor recipient!
The Hall of Honor Award will be presented to John on Saturday, September 4th during the Annual Alumni Association Celebration (doors open at 9am, celebration is from 10am-11am at the Windham Civic Center).
August 11, 2021 - Cottonwood Market in Tenaha held a ribbon cutting event Thursday, July 8 with members of the Tenaha Businessman's Club as well as other community representatives to welcome the business to the community.