Statement from Sheriff Kevin W. Windham

November 3, 2023 - Let me start off by saying how thankful I am for the residents of Shelby County. Many of you I have known for my entire life, and others of you I have grown to know over the years. I am very thankful for the relationships I have gained during my time in law enforcement and as your Sheriff.

In August 2023, I underwent a double lung transplant. My progress has been steady and I am continuing to heal. This was a life-changing experience for not only me, but for my family as well. I am eternally grateful for my donor and their gift that saved my life.

Choice Water System Rescinds Boil Water Requirement

November 2, 2023 - The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the Choice public water system, 2100005 to issue a Boil Water Notice on October 27, 2023, to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Sheriff Seeks Arnaud on Warrant; Constable Arrests Suspect

November 2, 2023 - Update, as of 2pm: Arnaud was arrested by Constable Pct. 3 Roy Cheatwood, and booked into the Shelby County Jail.

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TxDOT Urges Drivers to be Cautious as Deer Season Begins

October 31, 2023 - As the first Saturday in November approaches, deer hunters are making plans to head to the woods. With increased activity in the wooded areas of East Texas, along with the cooler weather, deer and other wildlife are on the move.

Pre-dawn and just after sunset are times deer are known to be active. Stay alert when driving near wooded areas during these hours.

Sheriff’s Department Seeks Missing ATV

October 30, 2023 - Sheriff Kevin W. Windham reports the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a recent theft that occurred in the 11000 block of Highway 7 W.

Bennett Found Guilty, Sentenced to 50 Years

October 27, 2023 - A Center man has been convicted by a Shelby County Jury in the 2021 first degree murder by shooting of another man and has been sentenced to 50 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Inmate Division.

DPS Investigates Fatal Crash on SH 87 North

October 27, 2023 - State Highway 87 North near CR 4031 was the scene of a major crash which resulted in the death of one driver involved on Thursday, October 26, 2023.

Timpson Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene of the incident just under a mile south of Timpson with additional law enforcement officials to assist those involved.

Five Way Water Rescinds Boil Water Notice

October 26, 2023 - On October 24, 2023 the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the Five Way public water system, 2100008 to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Joaquin VFD Report Includes Five Calls for Week of Oct. 15-21

Brush fire on County Road 3790 on Thursday

October 23, 2023 - Over the week of October 15th through 21st the Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department had 5 calls. Here’s a summary of the week’s events.

U.S. Highway 84 at CR 4475 Scene of Major Four-vehicle Crash

October 19, 2023 - U.S. Highway 84 at the intersection of CR 4475 outside of Tenaha was the scene of a major four-vehicle crash Wednesday, October 18, 2023.

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