January 12, 2018 Waco, Texas - Chloe Noel Gipson was among the more than 4,240 Baylor University students named to the Dean's Academic Honor Roll for the 2017 fall semester.

Gipson, a 2016 graduate of Center ISD, is a student of the College of Arts and Sciences at Baylor University.

Students honored on the Dean's List are Baylor undergraduates with a minimum grade-point average of 3.7, while enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours. Baylor University is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution.

January 4, 2018 - The Shelby County Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting January 16, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. in the Shelby County Museum on Pecan Street. Our guest speaker this month will be Terri Lacher. She will speak about CCC Camp located here during WWII. Everyone is invited to attend.

January 5, 2018 Longview - Hana Bonner was named to the Fall 2017 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.

Bonner, a 2017 graduate of Joaquin High School, is a freshman at the university and her major is Kinesiology.

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

December 27, 2017 - Focused Care of Center would like to give our sincere thanks to all the many churches, students, volunteers and individuals who donated items and took time to help make this Holiday season special for our residents. We were blessed with all kinds of decorations, blankets, snacks, personal care items and performances that residents will be able to remember and enjoy for many months to come.

December 22, 2017 - (Album) - The Shelby County Sheriff's Department staff celebrated with a Christmas party/Farewell Party for DJ Dickerson on December 20, 2017 and enjoyed a substantial barbecue meal.