DETEC Notice of Rate Change Effective November 1 Billing

September 14, 2023 - Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative (DETEC) recently sent out a notice of rate change to its members. The rate change will become effective on November 1, 2023 billing. Click here to read the notice of rate change which contains much information regarding changes along with frequently asked questions.

A public meeting will be held at 6pm on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at the Angus Theatre, downtown San Augustine, Texas.

SCJC Reprimands Former JP Ritter Over Meeting with Murder Suspect, Delayed Reporting

September 13, 2023 - The State Commission on Judicial Conduct has issued a public reprimand of former Justice of the Peace for Precinct 4, Josh Ritter, on August 2, 2023.

A meeting held on June 7-8 of the commission saw the conclusion of a review of allegations against Hon. Josh Ritter, Precinct 4 in Tenaha.

Commissioners Approve Termite Treatment of Historical Courthouse

Stephanie Elswick, Happy Tails Adoption Center, spoke with the commissioners about some of the programs the group is working on,

September 13, 2023 - The commissioners were presented with a proposal during their August 30, 2023, meeting to treat the historic courthouse for termites.

Filing Period Ends Dec. 11 for Precinct Chairs for Shelby County

September 12, 2023 - The filing period for the Precinct Chair Filing starts September 12th and ends December 11th, 2023, to get your name on the 2024 ballot. If you would like more information or wish to pick up an application, you may contact Patsy Handy at 936-657-5018, leave a message or text 936-488-9209.

You may also contact Mr. Richard Lundie at 936-254-4775.

Three Injured in FM 699, SL 500 Crash Incident

September 11, 2023 - Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Troopers investigated a crash on State Loop 500 (SL 500), at the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 699 (FM 699), that occurred Sunday, September 10, 2023.

Joaquin VFD Reports 5 Calls for Week of Sept. 3-9

September 11, 2023 - Over the week of September 3rd through 9th the Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department had 3 calls. Here’s a summary of the week’s events.

Shooting Occurs During Vehicle Chase on Timpson Square

The silver truck belongs to the reported victims in the shooting incident.

September 8, 2023 - Law enforcement officials are investigating a shooting alleged to have taken place on the Timpson square Friday, September 8, 2023, while one vehicle chased another.

City of Tenaha Passes Ordinance Relating to Special Events

September 7, 2023 - The City of Tenaha approved an ordinance on August 28, 2023 relating to special events: with names of trailride, riding club, ATV ride, block party, DJ 936, DJ 59, In memory of, or any party or gathering of 25 people or more will be gathered will be required to obtain a permit from the City of Tenaha, Texas and security by a licensed Texas Peace Officer must be present.

Click here to read the ordinance.

Commissioners Continue Burn Ban

September 6, 2023 - The Shelby County Commissioners have continued the burn ban at this time as of their meeting held September 6, 2023.

The burn ban continues and burning is still not allowed. Those who burn are subject to potential fines.

Center PD Investigating Fatal Incident Involving Train

September 5, 2023 - The Center Police Department is investigating a train versus pedestrian incident which resulted in a fatality and took place Sunday, September 3, 2023.

According to the Center Police Department, at approximately 2:15am, units were dispatched to the intersection of Florence Street and Martin Luther King Drive at the railroad tracks when it was reported an individual had been struck by a train.

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