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Forest Service Waives Day-Use Fees for National Public Lands Day

September 20, 2022 – The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas are waiving fees at day-use recreation sites on September 24 for National Public Lands Day.

“I encourage everyone to enjoy the grasslands or forests; this Saturday and every day possible,” Forest Supervisor Kimpton Cooper said.

Camping fees remain in effect, but day-use fees are waived on Saturday, September 24, at these recreation areas and trails:

David’s Daily Devotion for Sept. 20

September 20, 2022 - Good Morning!  It's Tuesday, September 20.

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound . . .

The word “grace” is found 170 times in the Bible. One of those verses is John 1:17, “For the law was given through Moses, but grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.” We typically think of grace as a New Testament concept, but 20 of those grace scriptures are in the Old Testament. Verses like Genesis 6:8, “Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord,” and Psalm 84:11, “The Lord gives grace and glory.”

David’s Daily Devotion for Sept. 16

September 16, 2022 - Good Morning!  It's Friday, September 16.

Tomorrow our church will open our sanctuary for a community funeral. It is an honor and a privilege.  On Monday there will be a funeral for the global community, as Queen Elizabeth is laid to rest in London's Westminster Abbey. Two thousand mourners will fill that legendary church, including leaders from most of the world's countries. And millions will be watching from home.  

County Accepting Sealed Bids on Road Materials

September 15, 2022 - Shelby County is accepting sealed bids for road maintenance materials. Sealed bids are due in the County Judge’s Office no later than 3pm on Friday, September 30, 2022. 

Please contact the County Judge’s office at 936-598-3863 for a bid packet. Please write “BID” on the front of the envelope.

All sealed bids will be opened during Commissioners’ Court on Wednesday October 5, 2022.

David's Daily Devotion for September 15

September 15, 2022 - Good Morning! It's Thursday, September 15.

The legendary Indian leader Ghandi was raised as a Hindu, but always had a fascination with Christianity. He read through the gospels and was inspired by Christ. He wanted to learn more about Jesus and so he decided to attend a Christian church. But, at the entrance, Ghandi was rejected because of the color of his skin. Later, he was quoted as saying, “I would be a Christian, if it were not for Christians”.

Center HS Alumni Association Announces Newest Inductees - Capt. Moore, Latham

September 14, 2022 - The Center High School Alumni Committee has selected two recipients for induction into the Hall Of Honor this year - Capt. John M. Moore (Class of ’62) and John K. Latham, Jr. (Class of ’65). The awards will be presented at the All School Alumni meeting on Saturday morning, September 24 at the John Windham Civic Center. The meeting starts at 10 am but come early for a good seat and plenty of time to visit with other ex-students.

Capt. John M. Moore

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