January 17, 2024 - Shelby County Sheriff Kevin W. Windham reports the in custody death of James Jackson, 60, of Center. Jackson passed away January 17, 2024 at approximately 5:35 a.m. The Texas Rangers have been called in and are investigating the situation.

The SCSO will not release any further information regarding this situation. For more information, contact David Hendry, Texas Department of Public safety Public Information Officer.

January 16, 2024 - Out of an abundance of caution, Timpson ISD schools will remain closed Wednesday, January 17. Lingering ice has made bus routes and other roads for those commuting unsafe. Classes will resume at regular time on Thursday, January 18 and Friday, January 19.

January 15, 2024 - Due to inclement weather, all Timpson ISD schools will be CLOSED on January 16, 2024. Timpson ISD will continue to monitor the weather and will provide further updates. Thank you!

January 16, 2024 - Panola College will continue remote learning on Wednesday, January 17.

All locations will be closed, and normal operations will resume on Thursday.

January 14, 2024 - Due to inclement weather, Panola College will close all locations on Tuesday, January 16. However, classes will proceed as scheduled through remote learning for the first day of the semester.

January 15, 2024 - Due to weather conditions, the County Courthouse and all inessential offices will be closed Tuesday, January 16th. We plan on reopening on Wednesday, January 17 at 11AM. The scheduled Commissioners Court Meeting will be postponed until 1PM on Wednesday. I apologize for any inconvenience but the safety of our employees and county residents is most important.

I ask that everyone be safe and if you have to get out on the roads, please drive carefully, the life you save may be your own.

January 15, 2024 - As precautionary measures, Excelsior ISD will be canceling school for Tuesday, January 16th and Wednesday, January 17th. Please stay safe and warm!