11th Annual Relay for Life of Shelby County Cancer Survivor Day

Judge Allison Harbison (seated) signs the proclamation with (from left, standing) Stacy O'Rear, Shirley Brittain, and Kelli Talbert May 12, 2016 - Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison signed a proclamation on May 6, 2016 for the 11th annual Relay for Life of Shelby County Cancer Survivor Day on May 13, 2016

"Thank You" from the Family of Sarah Barlow Hite Cruse

May 11, 2016 - We wish to thank everyone for all of the kind words, prayers, flowers and visits during our Mom's illness and after her passing.

Our family is grateful to Bro. Chris Collins for his kind and comforting words at the service. Thank you to all of you that were in attendance at the visitation and at the service, and to those who participated. There was also a kind gentleman that cut our lawn - Thank you James Barton.

Red Hat Group Receives Royal Treatment

May 11, 2016 - The Seven Sisters Red Hat group met for lunch on Tuesday, May 10 at The Sammich Shop inside Nettie's Nook on the Center square. They enjoyed the delicious soup, salad, and sandwiches. They were treated with purple and red decorated cupcakes and Red Hat gifts on the tables. Thanks for the royal treatment!

Center HS Alumni Association Announces 2016 Homecoming Dates

May 11, 2016 - The Center HS Alumni Association announces 2016 Homecoming dates as follows:

Delta Gamma Installs 2016-2018 Officers

Photo from left: Carol McMillan, Immetiate Past President Fannie Watson, President Nora Robinson, 1st Vice President Tammy Sparks, 2nd Vice President Melba Pahal, Recording Secretary Gail Bounds, Corresponding Secretary Sylvia Jackson, Treasurer Tommie Thomas, and Parliamentarian Linda Bordelon.

Delta Gamma Founders' Day Program

May 11, 2016 - The Delta Gamma Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International celebrated Founders's Day at their May 9 meeting in San Augustine. Dr.

Joaquin Groups Establish Mike Wood Memorial Scholarship

May 10, 2016 - First United Methodist Church, Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department and the Masonic Lodge of Joaquin are proud to announce the creation of the Mike Wood Memorial Scholarship.

This is a joint effort by three of the community groups that Mike was active in. They will share in fundraising for a scholarship to be given each year, rotating menu selections, etc., and holding the event at First United Methodist Church each year. Applications will be taken each spring, and the winner will be announced in May.

WW II Veteran Places Memorial Wreath at VE Day Observance

Eta Rho Presents Donations, Announces New Club Officers

From left: Anna Lee presents donation to Sherry Harding, SC Outreach Ministries Executive Director

Center EDC Assists Local Developer with Restaurant Project

May 10, 2016 - New Restaurant in Center

CENTER, Texas (May 10, 2016) - For years, a 3 acre tract on Tenaha Street went undeveloped largely because of insufficient utility infrastructure. A new Chicken Express restaurant now occupies this space with a second adjoining lot available for commercial development.

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