Community Caregivers Support Group Questionnaire

November 2, 2018 - On October 23rd a Community Caregivers Support Group was started and is seeking input from caregivers in the area. The group is wanting to put together a variety of lunch and learn programs which will provide information beneficial to those providing care for loved ones. The focus is adult care-giving and helping with challenges caregivers face.

Santa Invites Dr. Jheri-Lynn McSwain to be Christmas Parade Grand Marshal

November 1, 2018 - Santa Claus recently delivered an invitation to Dr. Jheri-Lynn McSwain to serve as Grand Marshal of the 19th annual Santa’s Christmas Parade. The parade, presented by Shelby Savings Bank, will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018 beginning at 6:00 p.m.

5th Annual Halloween in the Hole Thank You

October 30, 2018 - The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and John Burns Farmers Insurance would like to thank all the businesses and organizations that helped make our 5th Annual Halloween in the Hole a huge success. This year’s event was the best one yet and we cannot wait for next year! Despite the fields being wet and muggy, roughly 600 kids enjoyed a great time.

We would like to extend sincere thanks to Sanford and Sons Lawncare and Landscaping, Inc. for helping get the baseball field mowed for the event.

See you all next year!

Fannie Brown Booth Library Fall Book Sale, Quilt Raffle

October 26, 2018 - The Fannie Brown Booth Library will have our Fall Book Sale beginning Tuesday, October 30th, at 10:00 a.m. The Friends of the Library have been working diligently getting everything ready for the sale. The sale will continue through Saturday, November 3rd, at 2:00 p.m.

Volunteers Welcome at Shelby County Outreach Ministries

October 25, 2018 - Shelby County Outreach Ministries, Inc. is looking for a few good volunteers! SCOM programs include Helping Hands Outreach Center, the Senior Nutrition Site, Meals on Wheels, and The Unique Boutique.

Shelby County Outreach Ministries Thanks Fundraiser Supporters, Announces Winner

October 24, 2018 - Shelby County Outreach Ministries, Inc. wants to extend their gratitude to our sponsors for supporting our most recent fundraiser. We would like to also send a special thanks to Center Motor Company for all the help and support they gave us. We raffled off a 2019 Kawasaki Mule SX 4x4 at the Poultry Festival and we couldn’t have done it without their help. The fundraiser was a great success and we want to give thanks to all that purchased tickets and supported Shelby County Outreach Ministries, Inc.

Tenaha Masonic Lodge "Clean the Highway"

October 22, 2018 - Tenaha Masonic Lodge #737 held their "Clean the Highway" trash pickup on Saturday, October 20, 2018. We had 9 Masons and family members to participate in our project. Even though it rained on us several times, we managed to make a difference on Loop 157 in Tenaha, TX.

Piney Woods Photographic Society October Challenge Winners

October 21, 2018 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society (PWPS) held their regular monthly meeting this past Saturday, October 20th. There was a great attendance and participation from members in the monthly challenge featuring "Wildlife".

There also was a very interesting workshop, including videos and discussions on "Landscape Composition" or how to get the best aesthetically pleasing shot.

2018 Poultry Festival Creative Art Show Winners

October 19, 2018 (Additional Photos) - The 2018 Poultry Festival Creative Art Show and Quilt Show, sponsored by Scull Timber, was held October 4, 5, and 6th during the East Texas Poultry Festival. The winners in each division is as follows:

Chief Byndom Explains Fire Safety in the Home to Golden Harvest Ministries Club

October 17, 2018 - Center Fire Department Fire Chief Keith Byndom presented a program on fire prevention to the Golden Harvest Ministries Club at their October 15 meeting at the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church in Center at 11:30 AM.

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