Rider Receives Injury in ATV Crash on FM 2694

April 28, 2025 - Emergency crews responded to a single-vehicle ATV crash on FM 2694 at Huxley Bay Marina on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

Joaquin VFD Responds to Vehicle Fire in Woods VFD Area, Prevents Further Property Damage

April 28, 2025 - The Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department (JVFD) responded to a vehicle fire at approximately 12:38pm on April 23, 2024, at 1118 County Road 432.

Mardis Receives 20-Year Sentence in Morton Death (Update - Apr. 26)

April 25, 2025 - A Shelby County Jury sought a 20-year sentence for Kendell Mardis after hearing testimony April 23-24, 2025, in the 123rd Judicial District Court with Judge LeAnn K. Rafferty Presiding in the case of Kendell Mardis involving the death of Camo Morton on July 2023.

DPS Confirms Search at Constable Property; Social Media Rumors Unsubstantiated

April 25, 2025 - Amid rampant speculation by the community on Social Media regarding a search performed yesterday, April 24, 2025 on the property of Shelby County Constable Precinct 4 Josh Tipton, the Texas Department of Public Safety confirmed some basic information.

There is an investigation by the Texas Rangers in conjunction with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department which did include a dive team performing a search on the property of Constable Tipton.

SH87, FM 414 Scene of Major 18-wheeler Crash Incident

April 21, 2025 - Emergency responders with multiple agencies were dispatched to a two-vehicle crash Friday, April 18, 2025, involving 18-wheeler truck tractors on State Highway 87 South (SH87).

Southview Circle Scene of Morning Crash

April 20, 2025 - Southview Circle in Center was the scene of a two-vehicle crash on Monday, April 14, 2025 at around 6:50am.

Crash on SH 87 South at FM 414 (Sardis Road)

April 18, 2025 - A Crash involving 18 wheelers has occcurred on SH 87 at FM 414 (Sardis Road) today at 1:30 pm. Expect delays and use caution if traveling through the area as both directions of traffic are blocked.

Shelby County Offices Close Early Due to Power Outage

April 17, 2025 - The Shelby County Courthouse and County Clerk's office closed early today, April 17 due to a power outage and no internet. The courthouse will be closed for Good Friday and will reopen on Monday, April 21, 2025. Have a safe and Happy Easter.

CR 4117 Bridge Crossing Closed Until Further Notice

April 15, 2025 - Tom Bellmyer, Commissioner Precinct 4, announces the closure of a bridge crossing on CR 4117 until further notice as of April 15, 2025.

Barricades have been placed on the Shelby County side of the bridge to indicate closure.

Commissioner Bellmyer was recently informed of damage to the bridge and Keith Finchum, Commissioner Officer Precinct 1 for Nacogdoches, has placed barricades on the Nacogdoches County side.

Commissioners Recognize Texas Soil, Water Stewardship Week; Authorize Vehicle Purchase

April 9, 2025 - The Shelby County Commissioners recognized a proclamation declaring Texas Soil and Water Stewardship week for the week of April 27 – May 4, 2025, and approved the purchase of two trucks through Center Motor Company during their meeting held April 9, 2025.

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