USGS Detects 2.5 Earthquake in Timpson Area

March 23, 2020 - The USGS has reported a 2.5 magnitude earthquake in the Timpson area as of 1:52am Monday, March 23, 2020.

Recorded depth of the quake was 5 km, which is just over 3 miles and was detected within the vicinity of County Road 4916.

The earthquake with the greatest seismicity recorded yet in the Timpson area was a 4.8 magnitude earthquake on May 17, 2012.

Governor Abbott Postpones Runoff Primary Election In Response To COVID-19

March 22, 2020 - On March 20th Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation postponing the runoff primary election until July 14, 2020 — the same date as the special election for Texas State Senate District 14. The runoff election was originally scheduled for May 26th, but has been postponed in conjunction with the state's ongoing efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

SH 87, CR 1459 Scene of Two-Vehicle Collision

March 22, 2020 - State Highway 87 (SH87) near CR 1459 was the scene of a two-vehicle collision Sunday, March 22, 2020.

Emergency personnel with Center Fire Department and Shelby County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to the scene of the crash where they assisted.

U.S. 96 Crash Ends with Double Fatality (Updated)

March 21, 2020 – U.S. Highway 96 at County Road 1012 around seven miles south of Center was the scene of a major two-vehicle crash which resulted in the deaths of two people involved.

Offices of County Judge, Emergency Management Issue Public Service Announcement

Public Service Announcement (PSA) is being brought to you Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison and the Office of Emergency Management.

Shelby County COVID-19 Notice Concerning All Offices (Update)

March 20, 2020 - In efforts to help slow the COVID-19 outbreak, we are announcing a temporary closure to the public starting Monday, March 23rd, 2020 through April 3rd, 2020.

We will have staff in the offices to answer the phones and any questions that you may have.

Shelby County Included in River Flood Warning

March 20, 2020 - The National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a flood warning for the Attoyac Bayou Near Chireno, Texas from Sunday morning until further notice or until the warning is cancelled.

At 7:30am Friday the stage was 8.0 feet.

Minor flooding is forecast.

Flood stage is 14 feet.

Forecast...Rise above flood stage by late Sunday morning and continue to rise to near 14.9 feet by Monday early afternoon.

Impact...Minor lowland flooding.

Driver License (DL) Expiration Dates Extended, DL Offices Closed in Light of COVID-19 Outbreak

March 19, 2020 AUSTIN – At the direction of Governor Greg Abbott and in light of the governor’s State of Disaster Declaration related to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has been directed to extend the expiration date of Texas identification cards (ID), driver licens

Texans Urged to Use 2-1-1 Texas Social Services Hotline For COVID-19 Information, Referrals

March 19, 2020 - Texas Health and Human Services encourages all Texans in need of COVID-19 information and referrals to community resources to call the 2-1-1 Texas hotline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

COVID-19: City of Center Advisory and Continuity of Services

March 19, 2020 - The City of Center wants to reassure our residents and businesses that essential City services are not anticipated to be affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We are following our emergency response plans and taking necessary steps to ensure we can continue to serve our citizens. The City will be enhancing emergency response services by the Center Police and Fire Departments. Also, City water, sewer and garbage services should not be interrupted.

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