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June 9, 2016 - A truck-tractor jackknifed on State Highway 7 East following a near miss with a pickup truck on Thursday, June 9, 2016.
The truck-tractor remained partially in the roadway and the Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department (JVFD) was dispatched to the scene to help direct traffic and secure a diesel spill. Once at County Road 3182, JVFD requested TxDOT to address the diesel spill.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper Sean Smith, at 12:30pm a black Ford F-250 traveling west driven by Tammy Hamilton, 50, of Joaquin was stopped in the roadway preparing to turn left onto County Road 3182. She stated she looked into her rear view mirror and saw a truck-tractor approaching and witnessed it slamming on its brakes.
The truck-tractor, a white Peterbilt owned by ADOT Trucking of Center and driven by T.J. Calloway, 33, of Center began to jackknife as it veered to the left side of the roadway and the trailer it was pulling continued in the path of the F-250. Hamilton took evasive action and moved the F-250 to the side of the roadway and out of the path of the trailer, avoiding the collision.
The Peterbilt came came to rest facing east with the jackknife having caused a puncture to a diesel fuel tank on the truck. Once on scene, TxDOT applied absorbent material to the side of the roadway to absorb the diesel and facilitate its removal.
No injuries were reported as a result of the crash incident. Calloway was issued a citation for unsafe speed.
June 8, 2016 - Early Wednesday morning, June 8, 2016 saw the total destruction of a tire shop south of Center resulting from fire.
The Shelbyville Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD) and Center Fire Department (CFD) were each dispatched within 10 minutes of one another at 2:27am to Platinum Tire, owned by Robbie Sullivan, located 1/4 mile north of FM 414 on State Highway 87 South.
When the firemen arrived, the glow from the flames against the early morning sky was prevalent and the building made of metal, which housed the tire facility, was all but flattened as the roof had collapsed with just the walls remaining standing.
A large supply of tires within the building kept the flames fresh as firemen began working to extinguish sections of the facility from both front and back as the CFD initially attacked from the front while the SVFD addressed the fire from the back side.
Other chemicals and oils within the building contributed to the build up of heat inside of the metal oven which was the building. Vehicles close by were moved away to prevent them melting from the heat of the fire.
As the majority of the flames were quenched the remainder were contained to the inside of the remaining walls. With the further spread of fire to any area outside of ground zero at a minimum, the firemen began packing up to return to their stations.
Deep East Texas Electric Co-op arrived after the majority of the firemen departed from the scene and cut the power to the building. All firemen returned to the station at 5:30am.
This fire remains under investigation and no cause has been determined at this time.
June 8, 2016 - A task force of local law enforcement converged on a residence in the Shelbyville area off of FM 417 East to serve a search warrant in connection to the possible recovery of stolen property the morning of Wednesday, June 8, 2016.
The Shelby County Sheriff, Shelby County Sheriff's Department Investigators and Deputies with the assistance of Center Police Department detectives, Constable Zack Warr, Constable Jamie Hagler, and Constable Billy Hearnsberger all began the process of searching the home and storage buildings of Andrea Chadwick, 43, of Shelbyville. Chadwick was arrested and booked into the Shelby County Jail yesterday, June 7th on two counts of theft.
Officers spent the day identifying stolen property some of which included easy to identify political campaign signs. The Shelby County GOP reported in March that it had come to their attention many political candidate signs were missing and reminded the public it is a State Felony to unlawfully remove a political sign.
Additional items being investigated included an array of yard tools, fishing rods and reels, battery chargers, camping and hunting equipment, construction equipment and materials, etc. It is unknown at this time by Shelby County Today how much of the items are stolen or purchased.
During the search one person who was a victim of theft arrived at the scene and positively identified some of the person's stolen items.
Once additional information becomes available, Shelby County Today will post an update.
June 7, 2016 - The jury that has been summoned for Monday, June 13, 2016 for the 273rd District Court Honorable Judge Charles R. Mitchell presiding has been cancelled due to the scheduled cases being resolved or passed.
Anyone receiving a summons for that day is released from jury service until they receive a future summons.
June 6, 2016 - The Center Fire Department rushed to a truck on fire emergency call at 2:02pm on Monday, June 6, 2016 on County Road 1017.
First to arrive on scene was Center Fire Chief Keith Byndom and Department of Public Safety State Trooper Keith Jones. The vehicle was fully engulfed in flames and the firemen made quick haste to extinguish the flames. Gasoline which had poured onto the ground presented a problem as it kept the fire fueled. Fireman Nathan Phelps and Glenn Johnson switched to foam in order to put out the flames.
The driver, Jack Edward Tyre, 57 of Center, reported to DPS Trooper Jones that while he was driving his 2004 Nissan on CR 1017 he heard several popping noises and witnessed a small amount of smoke coming from the passenger floorboard. Tyre then exited the pickup to investigate the smoke when the truck became full of smoke and soon erupted in flames.
The truck was a total loss. No injuries were reported and the firemen left the scene around 2:45pm.
June 6, 2016 - Recall Affecting Several Businesses
Fast Facts
FDA advises consumers with severe peanut allergies to avoid the products listed below being recalled because of peanut residue in certain flour originating from Grain Craft.
Grain Craft has recalled its affected flour. FDA is working with other companies that received the affected flour product from Grain Craft to determine if further recalls are needed.
On June 3, 2016, Hostess recalled products containing flour it had received from Grain Craft.
What is the problem and what is being done about it? Grain Craft first notified FDA on April 26 that sampling by a customer found peanut residue in cookies and subsequent analysis revealed the source of the peanut residue to be its soft red winter wheat flour. Since that time, Grain Craft analyzed additional samples of the flour and found positive samples for peanut residue. FDA also collected samples at Grain Craft and found evidence that some soft red winter wheat flour contained peanut protein. Grain Craft ceased manufacturing and distribution of its soft red winter wheat flour on April 30. Subsequent FDA sampling did not show the presence of peanut protein. Following ongoing discussions with FDA, Grain Craft issued a recall to its customers. FDA is working with companies that received flour from Grain Craft containing undeclared peanut residue to determine if their products pose a safety hazard and need to be recalled.
On June 3, 2016, Hostess recalled products containing flour it had received from Grain Craft. Hostess had received two adverse events involving children with peanut allergies who suffered immediate allergic reactions after consuming Hostess donut products. Hostess subsequently tested the soft red winter wheat flour it had received from its supplier and notified FDA that the flour contained peanut residue. Hostess has since tested other shipments of flour from the same supplier as well as finished products and has found other instances of products or flours with low level peanut residues.
Grain Craft sells only to other companies and not directly to consumers. In general, FDA is prohibited by law from releasing publicly certain information about supply chains, such as the names of customers, if it constitutes confidential commercial information. In the meantime, reporters and consumers should contact Grain Craft directly with questions about their customers. A list of those products recalled can be found on the FDA website and will continue to be updated as the agency learns more.
What are the symptoms of peanut allergies? Following ingestion of a food allergen(s), a person with food allergies can experience a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis.
This can lead to:
constricted airways in the lungs
severe lowering of blood pressure and shock ("anaphylactic shock")
suffocation by swelling of the throat
Allergic reactions can include:
Hives
Flushed skin or rash
Tingling or itchy sensation in the mouth
Face, tongue, or lip swelling
Vomiting and/or diarrhea
Abdominal cramps
Coughing or wheezing
Dizziness and/or lightheadedness
Swelling of the throat and vocal cords
Difficulty breathing
Loss of consciousness
What specific products are recalled? FDA will continue to update this list if additional products are recalled.
Cinnabon Stix
Safeway 8" Single Layer Red Velvet Cake
ACME 12” Decorated Chocolate Chip Cookie
Jewel 12” Decorated Chocolate Chip Cookie
Chick-fil-A Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Hostess Snack Cake and Donut Products
Consumer advice for those with peanut allergies: FDA advises consumers with severe peanut allergies to avoid the recalled products listed on this page because of peanut residue in soft red winter wheat flour originating from Grain Craft.
The amount of peanut exposure from use of the flours and affected products is low and not expected to cause adverse health effects in the vast majority of peanut allergic consumers.
If symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as shortness of breath, swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, or hives, occur, stop eating the product and seek immediate medical care.
The FDA tracks allergic reactions to FDA-regulated foods. Should you experience an allergic reaction to any FDA-regulated food, report it to your local FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinators.
If you are unsure of your risk, ask your healthcare provider.
Individuals who do not have peanut allergies do not need to avoid these products.
June 5, 2016 - Texas Department of Public Safety State Troopers were alerted to the scene of a crash on State Highway 87 South involving a single vehicle just over 1 miles south of Loop 500.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper Keith Jones, at 1:10pm on State Highway 87 South Joseph William Rogers, 20, of Center with passenger Mitchell Nachman was traveling north in a green 2003 Ford Explorer.
The Explorer struck a patch of water in the roadway and hydroplaned across the southbound lanes before the vehicle exited onto the southbound shoulder where it struck a fence causing damage to the front end of the Explorer with it finally coming to rest facing south.
Rogers was issued a citation for unsafe speed. DPS Trooper Jones was assisted at the scene by DPS Trooper Dustin Ramos.
June 3, 2016 - Full weather report for the Month of May 2016
June 1, 2016 - Center, Texas Weather Stats for May 2016
Highest Temp was 90 degrees on 5-25-2016
Highest Temp on Record was 100 degrees on 5-21-1943
Lowest Temp was 52 degrees on 5-03, 5-04, 5-06. and 5-07-2016
Lowest Temp on Record was 40 degrees on 5-08-1992, 5-01-1996, and 5-04-2013
Rainfall Recorded was 4.81 inches
Average Monthly Rainfall is 4.47 inches
Above Average by 0.34 inches
Highest Recorded for this Month was 16.50 inches in 1953
Lowest Recorded for this Month was 0.10 in 1947
5 Month's Rainfall is 30.02
5 month's Average Rainfall is 22.63
Above Average by 7.39 inches
Due to technical issues, Jim Forbes was unable to submit the full weather report for May at this time.
(Submitted by Jim and Ann Forbes, U.S. Weather Observers)
June 1, 2016 - State Highway 87 South just outside of Shelbyville was the scene of a two-vehicle crash on Saturday, May 28, 2016 which sent four to the hospital.
Half of the highway was blocked as emergency personnel helped those involved and the Shelbyville Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD) directed traffic. SVFD and ACE EMS worked together to move those involved from their vehicles to a waiting ambulance.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) State Trooper Keith Jones, at 8:28am 2003 white GMC Yukon XL owned and operated by Graciela Martinez-Banuelos, 41, with two male passengers age 4 and age 8.
Carl Davis Smith, 64, of Center was driving a tan 2010 Ford F-150 north out of Shelbyville when Martinez-Banuelos exited the roadway to the right and over corrected left onto the wrong side of the roadway and into the path of Smith. Both vehicles collided front left to front left resulting in heavy impact and major damage.
All involved were transported for minor injuries by ACE EMS to Nacogdoches Medical Center - Center Emergency Department for treatment.
Martinez-Banuelos was issued citations for wrong side of roadway and no driver's license.
Both vehicles were towed from the scene. Trooper Jones was assisted at the scene with the investigation by Texas DPS State Trooper Cpl. Jimmy Faulkner.
June 1, 2016 - FM 699 north of Center was the scene of a single-vehicle crash involving a truck colliding with a tree on Friday night, May 27, 2016.
Passersby helped the driver after the crash and neighbors in the area eventually arrived with chainsaws while TxDOT was en-route and removed the tree from the roadway.
According to Texas Department of Public Safety State Trooper Taylor Buster, at around 10:30pm Fern Thomas Jernigan Jr., 36, of Joaquin was traveling westbound on FM 699 in a 1996 white Dodge Ram 2500 when the truck collided with a large tree across the roadway. After the truck collided with the tree it left the roadway to the left where Jernigan was able to bring the truck to a halt.
Minimum damage was incurred by the truck and it was towed from the scene. No citations were issued.
TxDOT representatives arrived at the scene and cleared the remainder of the debris from the roadway.
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