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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.
Austin – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Cassandra “Cassie” Bering, Richard Dean, and Ryan Dollinger to the Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Board for terms at the pleasure of the Governor. The board advises the Governor’s Criminal Justice Division on programs and preventative solutions and submits recommendations regarding federal compliance issues and federal grant disbursements.
Cassandra “Cassie” Bering of Fort Worth is a contract monitor with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Private Facilities Contract Monitor Oversight Division. She is former president of Brite Divinity School Black Seminarians Union and a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Bering received a Bachelor of Science in family/child development from Stephen F. Austin State University and a Master of Divinity from Texas Christian University Brite Divinity School. She is currently a student in the Doctor of Ministry program at Regent University.
Richard Dean of Wolfforth is the executive director of administrative services with Frenship Independent School District. He is a founding member of the Texas Juvenile Justice Association and former president of the Texas Juvenile Detention Association and served on the Criminal Justice Advisory Committee to the South Palins Association of Governments. Currently, he is a member of the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals, Texas Association of School Business Officials, and the Texas Association of School Administrators. Dean received a Bachelor of Business Administration in management from Texas Tech University, a Masters in Education from Wayland Baptist University, and a principal certification from Lubbock Christian University.
Ryan Dollinger of Beaumont is a Licensed Master Social Worker at Curo Health Services. He is the NLIC Representative and past chair of the Southeast Texas Branch of the National Association of Social Workers, board member of CASA of Southeast Texas, and member of Nederland Professional Lions Club. Previously, he was the charter president of the Lamar University Lions Club. Dollinger received a Bachelor of Social Work from Lamar University, Master of Public Administration from The University of Texas at Arlington, and a Master of Social Work from Texas State University.
March 20, 2019 - The City of Tenaha is currently experiencing phone service interruption due to a server crash.
A statement has been issued regarding the situation and it reads as follow: "We sincerely apologize that the phones are still out. They have ordered a new server and it is en route from Chicago, Illinois. When it arrives they will install. If you need to contact us for anything please leave a message and we will respond. If you need to pay water bill you can pay online at payclix.com to pay a citation you can pay at trafficpayment.com."
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
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.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper Jonathan Stinson, at approximately 3pm a silver 2004 Mazda driven by Ambria Breunna Garrett, 20, of Center was westbound on State Highway 7 West during inclement weather.
At that time the Mazda hydroplaned and traveled into the eastbound traffic lanes where the rear of the Mazda struck a white 2018 Chevrolet pickup truck driven by Roy David Kline, 61, of Center in the front left quarter panel causing the wheel to detach from the pickup.
The wheel traveled across the highway and into the path of a black 2017 Dodge Ram 3500 hauling a trailer and driven by John William Langley II, 37, and his 14-year old son both of Ratcliff. The Dodge struck the wheel and caused major damage to the front left corner of the truck and the undercarriage.
No injuries were reported resulting from the crash. Garrett was issued a citation for unsafe speed.
The Shelby County Sheriff's Department assisted at the scene with traffic control.
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.
US Highway 96 North was the scene of a single-vehicle crash Thursday, March 14, 2019. Emergency personnel responded to the scene to direct traffic and assist with the driver while Texas DPS investigated the incident, which occurred at the entrance of Cedar Creek housing development just over two miles north of Center.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper Jesse Fountain at approximately 4:20pm, a grey 2014 Dodge passenger car driven by William Nash Jr., 46, of Center was southbound on US Highway 96 when the Dodge drove off the roadway to the right and struck a guardrail head-on.
Nash was transported to Nacogdoches Medical Center - Shelby Emergency Department in Center for possible treatment.
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.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Troopers Dustin Ramos and Taylor Buster, at 11:45am during inclement weather Judy Willard, 52, of Carthage with passenger Vince Willard, 48, were southbound on U.S. Highway 96 in a silver Hyundai Odyssey minivan in the outside lane.
Willard stated another vehicle was changing lanes into their Hyundai, and in attempts of avoiding a collision the Hyundai left the roadway and entered a side skid before colliding aith a culvert and flipped over CR 4382 and came to rest on its top facing the roadway beside a large culvert.
Vince Willard was transported from the scene by ambulance to Nacogdoches Medical Center - Shelby Emergency Department for treatment of unknown injuries.
Additonal units with the Tenaha Volunteer Fire Department and Tenaha Police Department were also at the location to assist the troopers.
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.
Emergency crews were quick to respond and kept traffic diverted from the scene while fire and ambulance personnel moved all involved in the incident to ambulances.
It appeared a silver Nissan Altima passenger car collided with the rear of a maroon Ford Expedition.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper Keith Jones, a maroon 2008 Ford Expedition driven by Chastity Wilkins, 34, of Center, with a 9-year-old female passenger was westbound on State Highway 7 West when Wilkins stopped to make a left turn into a private driveway.
At that time, a silver 2018 Nissan Altima driven by Johnny Ray Shedd, 38, of Center with passengers Nicol Marie Shedd, 48, and Martha Ann Shedd, 72, was westbound on State Highway 7 West when he failed to control speed and collided with the rear of the Ford.
The Nissan came to a stop in the inside westbound traffic lane and the Ford traveled across the eastbound traffic lanes into the eastbound shoulder where it came to a stop facing west.
All occupants in both vehicles were transported by ambulances from Center and San Augustine to Nacogdoches Medical Center - Shelby Emergency Department for treatment.
The Center Fire Department and Shelby County Sheriff's Department assisted at the scene with traffic control and EMS.
Shedd was issued a citation for failure to control speed
The scene was cleared at 3:03pm.
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.
“These scammers are targeting vulnerable groups of people, including seniors, non-native English speakers, and small business owners,” said Karen Wissing, SWEPCO spokesperson.
“If you believe a scammer has contacted you, hang up the phone immediately, delete the email or shut the door. You can verify the status of your account by using the SWEPCO app, logging into SWEPCO.com or calling us directly at 1-888-216-3523,” Wissing said.
SWEPCO employees do not call customers demanding immediate payment or insist that customers purchase a prepaid debit/cash card to pay a bill.
Scammers typically threaten disconnection of electric service and demand immediate payment. They ask the customer to purchase a prepaid debit card, such as a Green Dot card, and ask for the card’s number, granting the scammer instant access to the card’s funds.
If someone approaches you in person, ask to see an ID badge. SWEPCO personnel should be wearing appropriate company logo shirts, hard hats or ball caps. Look for a SWEPCO truck parked outside. You can verify callers or visitors claiming to be from SWEPCO by calling the customer service line at 1-888-216-3523. If you ever feel you are in physical danger, call 911.
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 Today requested a comment on the outcome of the case from Shelby County District Attorney Stephen Shires, who stated, "Given that the defendant involved was a juvenile, the District Attorney does not feel that it would be proper to make any public comments about the particulars of the case."
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.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office will NEVER request payment by means of a gift card.
The telephone number being used by the caller is 936.203.8900. If you receive a call, DO NOT give the caller any information. This is a scam.
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