TxDOT Continues Work on Many Projects in Lufkin District Including Shelby County

December 5, 2016 - Updates for week of Dec. 5-9

National Steak and Poultry Expands Recall of Possibly Undercooked Ready-To-Eat Chicken

Vehicle Hydroplanes at Attoyac Bridge Causing Crash

December 3, 2016 - A two-vehicle crash occurred on US Highway 59 near the Attoyac Bridge south of Timpson on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 2:40pm after a vehicle hydroplaned.

Truck Crashes into Tree on FM 1970

Santa's Parade to Become Virtual Due to Weather

December 3, 2016 - In spite of the optimism of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce parade committee, Santa’s 2016 Christmas parade has been cancelled for Saturday, December 3 with an alternate plan.

In respect of all endeavors a virtual parade will be developed for the Chamber and public websites. Registered parade participants may submit a video of their parade entry to be included in the collage by calling or emailing the Chamber office by 3:00 p.m. Monday, December 5 of desire to be included.

Pedestrian Struck in Two-Vehicle Crash on SH 7

December 2, 2016 - State Highway 7 West in the Grigsby Community was the scene of a two-vehicle collision in which a pedestrian was struck and a theft investigation began on Wednesday, November 30, 2016.

SH 87 South of Center Scene of Single-Vehicle Crash

December 1, 2016 - As rain was steadily falling on Shelby County a crash occurred on State Highway 87 just under two miles south of Loop 500 Tuesday, November 29, 2016.

The Shelby County Sheriff's Department and ACE EMS were first dispatched to locate the scene and check on the driver.

Nichols, Huffman File License to Carry Fee Reform Act

November 30, 2016 Austin, TX – This week, State Senator Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) and Senator Joan Huffman (R-Houston) filed Senate Bill 16, the License to Carry Fee Reform Act.

“Senate Bill 16 will reduce a barrier for all Texans to exercise their right to obtain a Concealed Handgun License," said Senator Robert Nichols. “As a strong supporter of the Second Amendment, I look forward to working with the National Rifle Association, the Texas State Rifle Association, and the members of the Legislature to pass this important piece of legislation.”

Commissioners Lift Burn Ban; Sheriff's Department Gets New Software

November 28, 2016 - The Shelby County Commissioners met on Monday, November 28, 2016 and during the meeting approved a motion to lift the burn ban. Burning which was prohibited under the burn ban is now allowed.

Allison Harbison, Shelby County Judge, stated the Texas Forest Service website which features a fire danger chart that listed Shelby County as being a moderate risk, which is next to the lowest risk. She said the drought index remains a little high; however, rain is in the forecast for the area and a lot more rain is projected.

Denning Water Supply Public Boil Water Notice (Rescinded)

November 29, 2016 - The water on Denning Rural WSC no longer requires boiling.

On November 23, 2016, we issued a Boil Water Notice Due to a mechanical problem at the plant, which included all customers on Denning Rural Water.

This was issued for safety precautions. The problem has been corrected and we've tested the water. The tests were good, therefore, the Boil Water Notice is lifted.

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