Sheriff Windham Updates Commissioners on First Six Months

July 21, 2021 - Shelby County Sheriff Kevin Windham addressed the County Commissioners July 14, 2021, to give an update on the first six months of his term, the total arrests, calls that have been received as well as traffic enforcement.

Sheriff Windham expressed appreciation to the commissioners for allowing him to provide them with that information at this time.

Center Fire Department Responds to Grocery Store Fire

July 20, 2021 - Center Fire Department personnel were dispatched to Walmart located on Hurst Street in Center the evening of July 18, 2021, where equipment was reported to be on fire at 10pm.

Work Beginning in Center Requiring Lane Closures

July 20, 2021 – Work will begin on Wednesday in Shelby County to mill and inlay a section of roadway that will require lane closures for up to a week, weather permitting.

Constable Seeks Public's Assistance Identifying Man

July 15, 2021 - Shelby County Constable Precinct 5, Josh Tipton, is seeking the public's help in identifying an individual.

Huana Creek Location of Possible Illegal Dumping

Huana Creek at CR 1490 as it appeared contaminated by a foreign substance on July 2, 2021.

July 14, 2021 - Shelby County Today was contacted by a concerned citizen Friday, July 2, 2021 in reference to what appeared to be a spill of a foreign matter in Huana Creek.

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic July 10th for 12 Years Old and Up

July 9, 2021 - Aurora Concepts is hosting a COVID-19 mass Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, July 10, 2021 from 8am until 11am at Aurora Concepts Vaccination Station, 233 Hurst Street, Suite B. Walk-ins are welcome. Pfizer vaccines are available for 12 years old and up.

Call 936-598-3296 for an appointment.

Covid-19 Update: In July 103 New Cases, 1 New Death, 105 Recoveries

July 8, 2021 - During the first of July, the Texas DSHS Covid-19 Dashboard reported 103 new cases, 1 new death, and 105 new recoveries.

The estimated number of active cases is currently 11.

July 8th (3:25pm) Numbers: (changes since June 30)
Total Confirmed Cases - 1,214 (71 new)
Total Probable Cases - 813 (32 new)
Total Fatalities - 72 (1 new)
Total Estimated Active Cases - 11
Total Estimated Recovered - 1,944 (105 new)

Statement from Sheriff Windham Regarding a Recent Jail Incident, Policy Change

July 8, 2021 - Upon taking the oath to be your Sheriff, I made a promise to the citizens of Shelby County to always be transparent. I promised to keep the public informed whether it is good or bad. While it is often hard to admit when there is a problem, a promise is a promise, and honesty is always the best route to take.

County Commissioners Choose New Email Hosting Service, Follow Investment Recommendations

July 7, 2021 - The Shelby County Commissioners decided to move forward with a new email hosting service for the county to help offer increased protection from Cyber Security threats during their meeting held Wednesday, June 30, 2021.

The email hosting service the county utilizes is with the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) called CIRA (County Information Resource Agency).

Six Tips to Beat the Heat Before Hitting the Trails at a Texas State Park

July 2, 2021 — Last year, as temperatures soared into the triple digits in Texas, staff at 39 Texas State Parks handled 132 heat-related illnesses in humans and pets. Now that the summer has officially begun and temperatures are steadily climbing, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is sharing their top six heat hacks for staying safe in the outdoors.

Here are the top six heat hacks recommended for park visitors:

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