Texas DSHS COVID-19 Update: 17 Active Cases, 51 Probable Active Cases

December 10, 2020 - As of Thursday, December 10, 2020 the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reports Shelby County now has a cumulative case count of 620 with only 17 active cases currently. The largest single day increase was on December 8th with a daily count of 6 new cases. The total increase since the November 22nd report is 23 new cases.

WSCVFD Fights Structure, Grass Fire

December 10, 2020 - The West Shelby County Volunteer Fire Department (WSCVFD) was dispatched to a structure fire three miles from State Highway 7 West on FM 2913 just before it transitions to CR 1520 Wednesday, December 9, 2020.

Hurst Street, Roughrider Drive Scene of Major Crash; Seven Injured

December 8, 2020 - The intersection of Hurst Street and Roughrider Drive was the scene of a major two-vehicle crash Sunday, December 6, 2020 at around 9:40pm.

123rd Judicial District Court Arraignment Hearings Cancellation

December 7, 2020 - The 123rd Judicial District Court Felony Arraignment hearings scheduled for Tuesday, December 8, 2020, are CANCELLED. Defendants need not appear.

Please contact the 123rd District Court Manager, Erin Johnson, erin.johnson@co.panola.tx.us or 903.693.0315 for your rescheduled court date.

LeAnn Kay Rafferty
Presiding Judge
123rd Judicial District Court

Park Concession Stands Vandalized Over the Weekend

December 7, 2020 - Sometime over the weekend two of the Center City Park concession stands were vandalized.

Another Intersection Open on the Downtown Square

Corner of Tenaha Street and Nacogdoches is open.

Commissioners Award Over $19,000 in Capital Credits to SCCAC

December 8, 2020 - The Shelby County Commissioners awarded the dispersement of $19,032.19 in capital credits to the Shelby County Children's Advocacy Center (SCCAC) during their meeting held Wednesday, December 20, 2020.

Denise Merriman, SCCAC Executive Director, and Tanner Peace, SCCAC law enforcement representative, were present during the meeting to share information about the organization.

"This amount of money is something that we do not take lightly, that's crucial to be able to provide the services that we do provide," said Merriman.

Don't Be Fooled by Social Security Scam Callers!

December 2, 2020 - Shelby County Today has had reports from citizens of increased scam calls where the caller is claiming to be from the Social Security Administration. The caller is stating that your social security number has been compromised in an attempt of tricking you or bullying you into giving your personal information!

The Inspector General in December 2018 warned the public about fraudulent phone calls threatening arrest or legal action. The article provided advise regarding how to handle a scammer.

Press Release

TxDOT to Apply Brine in Anticipation of Continued Freezing Temps

December 1, 2020 - Crews will apply a brine mixture to elevated surfaces today in Nacogdoches and Shelby counties ahead of possible freezing temps and expected rain tonight.

Motorists should reduce speed and allow crews to work through these areas. Motorists should stay alert for possible icy patches on rural roads and reduce speed or avoid driving in severe winter weather conditions.

Visit drivetexas.org for a live look at statewide road conditions.

Be Prepared for Freezing Weather Overnight in Shelby County

November 30, 2020 - According to the National Weather Service weather forecast, temperatures tonight will be below freezing across the Shelby County area until around 9am Tuesday morning.

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