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Covid-19 Update: 23 New Cases, 12 Recoveries, Active Cases at 223

September 15, 2021 - According to the Texas DSHS Covid-19 Dashboard, there were 23 new cases and 12 estimated recoveries reported today, September 15th. The number of active cases is now up to 223.

September has had 224 new cases reported and 187 estimated recoveries reported.

September 15th Numbers: (changes since Sept. 14)
Confirmed Cases - 1,563 (13 new)
Probable Cases - 1,072 (10 new)
Fatalities - 86
Active Cases (Estimated) - 223
Recovered (Estimated) - 2,326 (12 new)

San Augustine Rural Water Supply Boil Water Notice (Rescinded)

September 15, 2021 - On September 8, 2021, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the San Augustine Rural Public Water System, #2030007, 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.

Commissioners Approve New Budget, Increase in Taxes

September 15, 2021 - Shelby County Commissioners approved a budget and tax rate for the 2021-2022 Fiscal Year during a budget workshop held September 8, 2021.

County Judge Allison Harbison explained the total tax rate will be $0.7227, with the county tax rate being $0.6432, and the road and bridge tax rate being $0.0795 for a two cent increase in the total tax rate.

A motion carried to adopt the proposed budget with nine budget amendments and changes as listed by Commissioner Roscoe McSwain to become effective October 1, 2021.

Commissioners Agree on Inmate Housing Elsewhere; Award Over $20,000 to SCCAC

September 15, 2021 - The Shelby County Commissioners agreed to establish an inter-local agreement with Harrison County for inmate housing during their meeting held September 8, 2021.

County Judge Allison Harbison made attempts on the day previous to the meeting to help clear out the inmates from the jail who didn't need to remain there; however, the capacity is still high.

Covid-19 Update: September at 10 Deaths Reported; Active Cases at 214

September 14, 2021 - According to the Texas DSHS Covid-19 Dashboard, there were 39 new cases and 23 estimated recoveries reported today, September 14th. The number of active cases is at 214.

Since September 11th, the state reports 3 new deaths which brings the total number of deaths from Covid-19 reported in September to 10 new deaths. September has also had 201 new cases reported and 175 estimated recoveries reported.

SC Sheriff's Department Suspends Visitation

September 14, 2021 - Per Sheriff Kevin W. Windham, effective Immediately all inmate visitation has been suspended at the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office until further notice.

Cash will no longer be accepted to deposit on an inmate’s books for commissary purchases. If you wish to leave money in the drop box, you will need to bring in a money order or cashier’s check made out to the inmate. Please make sure that you tear off the receipt and keep for your records.

TxDOT Crews Prepare for Tropical Storm Nicholas

September 13, 2021 - TxDOT crews are preparing today for Tropical Storm Nicholas that is expected to impact the Lufkin District for most of the week.

Crews will be following all safety protocols and are prepared to respond to any needs in the nine-county district. Crews are preparing equipment, cleaning ditches, checking road signs and signals and checking problematic areas that are prone to flooding.

Covid-19 Update: 6 New Cases, 199 Active Cases

September 11, 2021 - According to the Texas DSHS Covid-19 Dashboard, since yesterday there were 6 new cases, and 20 estimated recoveries reported. The number of active cases decreased to 199.

September 11th Numbers: (changes since Sept. 10)
Confirmed Cases - 1,532 (5 new)
Probable Cases - 1,041 (1 new)
Fatalities - 83
Active Cases (Estimated) - 199
Recovered (Estimated) - 2,291 (20 new)

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