Temporary Disinfectant Conversion from Chloramine to Free Chlorine

October 30, 2024 - The City of Tenaha public water system, (PWS) ID TX 2100002, will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion will begin on November 1, 2024, and continue through November 30, 2024. During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.

October 25, 2024 - In the first five days of Early voting, Shelby County has had 3,419 in-person voters to check in and sign the poll pad to cast their vote as of 5pm Friday, October 25. Of the 16,355 registered voters in Shelby County, 21% of them have made sure their votes count by voting early.

This weekend has extended hours for voting in-person at the Community House, 423 San Augustine Street, Center, Texas 75935:

October 22, 2024 - Rex Street in Center was the scene of a shooting incident October 22, 2024, and officers cordoned off the entire street as they investigated.

October 17, 2024 - (Notice) - Voters who are familiar with voting at Panola College on Loop 500 in Center (Precinct 1SE) should be aware that it is no longer their voting location as announced by Nancy Adams, Elections Administrator for Shelby County. 

The new location will be at the Shelby County Family Life Center located at the corner of Loop 500 and Shelbyville Highway, 1426 Shelbyville Street, Center, Texas 75935.

November 6, 2024 - The Commissioners' Court rescinded the burn ban during their meeting today.

Declaration of Disaster and Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning

October 16, 2024 - (Order) - Whereas, the County of Shelby is under imminent threat of severe damage, injury of loss of life or property resulting from the threat of wildfires due to extremely dry grassland fuel, drought and other weather-related conditions; and