Publication Features Retha Swindell as a Trailblazer at UT

February 26, 2018 - UT Press has released a book highlighting a pivotal point in its history, a glimpse into the lives of the first Black undergraduate students to enroll at the university.

Mayor Chadwick Speaks at Golden Harvest Ministries Club

February 22, 2018 - At the February Golden Harvest Ministries Club meeting, Center Mayor David Chadwick gave updates on improvements to Center's infrastructure as well as reporting on the July Dixie League World Series Baseball Tournament which Center will host. Everyone was encouraged to give their support.

Museum Seeking Individuals to Claim Older Photos from Joaquin

February 22, 2018 - Shelby County Museum has received various pictures of individuals who were from the town of Joaquin, Texas. (cira: 1900/1940). If you see a name that you recognize, and would like to have them, you may come by the Museum in Center, Texas weekdays between 1 & 4 pm.

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Local Students Achieve Academic Honors at Sam Houston State University

February 21, 2018 - 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.

The university would like to recognize the following students for earning the honor for the Fall 2017 semester.

Hometown, State; Name
Center, TX
Aldo Luna

Tenaha, TX
William Cummings

Cummings Named to President's Honor Roll at Sam Houston State University

February 21, 2018 Huntsville, Texas - William Cummings from Tenaha, Texas was named to the President's Honor Roll at Sam Houston State University.

The students listed on the President's Honor Roll are undergraduates who have achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average in all work attempted while enrolled in not less than 12 semester hours. The university would like to recognize Cummings for earning the honor for the Fall 2017 semester.

Piney Woods Photographic Society Announces February Challenge Winners (Corrected)

February 19, 2018 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society held their regular monthly meeting this past Saturday, February 17, 2018, There was a great workshop/class held on "Effective Pet Photography" in preparation for the next meeting to be held in March.

TWU Announces Windham Named to Chancellor List

February 21, 2018 - Texas Woman's University congratulates Konner Windham, a 2017 Center High School graduate, for being named to the Fall 2017 semester's Chancellor's List. This honor signifies that a student achieved a 4.0 grade point average. TWU is proud to recognize Windham for this outstanding achievement and wish her continued success

Young Professionals Network Wine Mixer Well Attended

Princess Ball Tickets Sold Out! "Shop with an Advertiser" Contest to Win Tickets

February 16, 2018 - Shelby County Children's Advocacy Center announces tickets for the SCCAC 2018 Princess Ball are sold out. Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, February 24th.