January 26, 2017 - I have always tried to work with the City of Center including its Police Department. We have many good officers in the department and none of my comments are in any way directed at the Center Police Department. Further, none of my comments are directed in any way towards the Mayor or the City Council members.
I did not attend the City Council meeting where an ordinance regarding discharge of firearm, within 5000 feet of the City limits were discussed. I was stunned, however when I read Shelby County Today’s article about this matter.
January 26, 2017 - This week, the Lieutenant Governor began referring bills to committee and we will soon begin to hear them in committee. The legislative process kills more bills than it passes, which I consider a good thing.
January 24, 2017 - The water on San Augutine Rural WSC no longer requires boiling. On January 20, 2017 we issued a boil water notice due to a mechanical problem at the plant. This included all customers who were formerly on Bland Lake Water Supply. This was issued for safety precautions.
The problem has been corrected and we've tested the water. The tests were good, therefore, the boiul water notice is lifted.
January 23, 2017 - Press Release issued by Ron Schwartz, President, Paramedics Plus
Over the last twenty years, Paramedics Plus has served communities from Florida to California, offering state-of-the-art emergency medical services (EMS) at competitive prices.
Recently, we have been named in a lawsuit brought by a former employee seeking money as a so-called “whistleblower.” The federal government has joined this suit, also seeking money from us and others.
January 20, 2016 - Low Cost Spay/Neuter and Pet Wellness Clinic one Friday each month and every fourth Saturday from 10-3p. The next clinic will take place on Saturday, January 28th at Tractor Supply in Center, Texas located at 1155 Tenaha Street.
January 20, 2017 (Form) - The Shelby County Historical Society is currently having their annual membership drive for 2017. The Museum is celebrating 57 years of expanding the history and knowledge of Shelby County. The cost of memberships are: $25 for individual/families; business - $500 Platinum; $250 Gold; $150 Silver; $50 Bronze or $1000 for Family Life Membership.
January 19, 2017 - Here in Austin, the Legislature has ended our second week of session. We are off the starting block and continue to pick up the pace for the long race ahead. During this time, as more bills are filed and the members have a chance to meet with each other, many of the issues which will define the course of the coming months begin to appear.
Here are five things happening at your Capitol this week:
New social media campaign spotlights Texas educator success stories
January 18, 2017 AUSTIN – Commissioner of Education Mike Morath today announced the official launch of #IAmTXEd, a new social media campaign intended to share the ongoing success stories of Texas teachers in the classroom.
The #IAmTXEd campaign collects and shares the stories of Texas educators whose work is leading to greater student outcomes and achievements. The social media posts are shared statewide each week via Texas Education Agency (TEA) Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.