January 16, 2026 - Promoted in January 2026 to Sergeant in the Texas Department of Public Safety is David Shields, Jr.

January 12, 2026 - The following area students received degrees during the 2025 fall semester at Sam Houston State University.

Christopher Byndom, a 2019 graduate of Center High School, received a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice.

Reyna Duarte-Calixto, also a 2019 graduate of Center High School, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.

January 7, 2026 - The Center Garden Club met for its December meeting in the home of Carolyn Bounds who served a holiday lunch and presented the program, "Trees for Christmas."

December 26, 2025 - Now is the time to update your home inventory! If you don't have one, start a new tradition and create an inventory of your home!

Christmas time can bring lots of new items into our homes! In the event of burglaries and thefts or even worse, a house fire, it's important to have a list of your items.