Sam Houston State University Announces Students from Center on Fall 2020 Dean's List

February 1, 2021 - Sam Houston State University would like to recognize three students from Center, Texas for earning the honor of being on the Dean's List for the Fall 2020 semester. The students are Katelyn Bolton, Daniel Chavez, and Alfredo Maldonado.

The students listed on the Dean's List of Academic Honors at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, are undergraduates who have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.5 out of a perfect 4.0 in all work attempted while enrolled in not less than 12 semester hours.

Bonner Named on LeTourneau University's Fall 2020 Dean's List

January 28, 2021 - Hana Bonner, of Joaquin and majoring in Kinesiology, was named to the Fall 2020 Dean's List at LeTourneau University. The Dean's List recognizes students who have achieved a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.99 for the semester.

LeTourneau University President Dr. Dale A. Lunsford said being named to the Dean's List is a significant academic achievement and honor.

SFA Announces Local Shelby County Graduates

January 28, 2021 - Many Shelby County graduates were among the students honored for their academic achievements at Stephen F. Austin State University during five different commencement ceremonies in Johnson Coliseum on December 11 and 12.

In a previous SFA press release, Dr. Scott Gordon, SFA President said, “We and our students were heartbroken when we had to cancel the May and August ceremonies, so we have been planning for and looking forward to this ceremony for months.” Gordon, president of SFA since August 2019, served as commencement speaker for each ceremony.

Shelby County Shooters Club Membership Drive

January 28, 2021 - Shelby County Shooters Club is having membership drive starting this week, 15 months for $75 Single.

Family memberships are $85.

Paid memberships are from February 2021 till May 1, 2022.

Courthouse Dumpster Use Prohibited

January 25, 2021 - The Shelby County Courthouse has a dumpster located in the parking lot behind the structure strictly for the use of the courthouse.

A sign located on the dumpster clearly indicates in English/Spanish, "Not for Public Use! Video Surveillance in Use! May Be Fined!"

Tenth Annual Princess Ball Postponed Until 2022

January 21, 2021 - Over the past nine years, the Shelby County CAC Princess Ball has grown into a highly anticipated and well attended event in our community. We want to make our 10th annual Princess Ball extra special, so we have decided to postpone the event until February 2022. In doing so, we hope to ensure that all attendees can enjoy the event without worrying about the safety of their loved ones. We appreciate all of the community support of the Princess Ball and we look forward to seeing everyone in 2022!

Women Don 'Chucks and Pearls' to Celebrate Newly Installed Vice-President

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COVID-19 Drive Through Testing Site in Center Jan. 20th (Delayed Til 9:30am)

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Update: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the testing won't start until 9:30am.

Piney Woods Photographic Society January Challenge Winners

January 18, 2021 - The virtual challenge for January "Photographers Choice" always has been one of my favorites. It gives each photographer the chance to show their favorite style of photography. Club members enjoyed a variety of Photography styles to select from for favorites.

January Challenge Winners - "Photographers Choice"

Focused Care of Center Extends Appreciation to Local Law Enforcement

Pictured are (from left): Tanner Peace, Lieutenant; Ruth Gonzalez, Chief; Taylor Fanguy, Constable Precinct 4; Kevin Windham, Sheriff; Don Moore, Jail Administrator; and Leah Chase, Sex Offender Registration/Public Relations.

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