Governor Abbott Appoints Tenaha Graduate to Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Board

March 22, 2019 - Governor Greg Abbott released a a press release naming appoints to the Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Board which included Tenaha native Cassandra "Cassie" Bering who is a 1984 Tenaha High School graduate.

Tenaha Phone Lines Down Due to Server Crash

March 20, 2019 - The City of Tenaha is currently experiencing phone service interruption due to a server crash.

TxDOT Crash Alert for FM 83

March 18, 2019 - Alert: An overturned wood chip truck has been reported on FM 83 West near Hemphill in Sabine County. Motorists should prepare for delays as this scene clears.

Reduce speed and allow emergency responders to work safely.

2:45pm - 18 Mar 2019

SH 7 West Near Nacogdoches Line Scene of Crash

March 15, 2019 - State Highway 7 West just over one mile from the Nacogdoches County line was the scene of a crash Wednesday, March 14, 2019 which involved three motor vehicles and a trailer.

U.S. 96 Scene of Single-Vehicle Crash (Updated)

March 14, 2019 -

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) responded to a single-vehicle crash on US 96 yesterday afternoon, about two miles north of Center.

U.S. 96 Scene of Crash; One Transported to Hospital

March 13, 2019 - Emergency responders were alerted to a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 96 North outside of Tenaha on Wednesday, March 13, 2019.

One individual received possible injuries as a result and was transported to a hospital.

SH7 West Scene of Two-Vehicle Crash (Updated)

March 8, 2019 - State Highway 7 West just under one mile from Loop 500 was the scene of a major two-vehicle Friday, March 8, 2019 at around 2:15pm.

Beware: Scammers Targeting SWEPCO Customers

March 8, 2019 Shreveport – If someone contacts you with threats to disconnect electric service unless you make immediate payment – typically using a prepaid card or another non-traceable form of payment – be alert that you are likely the target of a scam.

Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) continues to receive reports that involve criminals posing as SWEPCO representatives contacting customers and demanding immediate payment. They use phone, in-person and online tactics.

Jury Trial Halts for Juvenile Accused in Center Man's Death

March 7, 2019 - A trial involving the suspect in the shooting death of Austin Underbrink, 23, of Center was scheduled for earlier this week in the 273rd district Court with Judge James Payne presiding.

Jury selection was held for the first time on record at the John D. Windham Civic Center due to the large pool of potential jurors, approximately 160-170. The selection lasted all day Monday, March 4.

Tuesday morning the jury which had been selected was released by the court.

Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Warning Area Residents of Phone Scam

March 6, 2019 - A scammer has been calling Shelby County residents and telling them they’re going to be arrested for missing jury duty.

The only way to keep from being arrested, according to the scammer, is to purchase gift cards and give the caller the gift card information over the phone.

The caller states he is Lieutenant Del Birdwell of the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office.

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office will NEVER call to warn an individual of an arrest warrant.

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