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Street improvement board approves 2025 program

News Staff
Thursday, May 1, 2025
The City of Center’s Street Improvements for Economic Development Board of Directors approved the 2025 street program for procurement as well as an engineering services agreement with engineering consultant Bob Staehs relating to the project at their meeting Monday.

DPS reports on Timpson search

News Staff
Thursday, May 1, 2025
In response to a request for information, the Texas Department of Public Safety has released the following statement concerning a search executed in the Timpson area on the property of Josh Tipton, Constable of Precinct 4: “At the request of the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, we can confirm that...
50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

Zack Clark Journalist
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Theft continued in Shelby CountyFive men in Shelby County who lived near the San Augustine county line, down Hwy 147, were arrested for alleged iron theft from the Santa Fe Railroad.
Judge Johnnie Johnson proclaims October 4 through 10 4-H Week in Shelby County. Witnessing the signing are, from left to right, front row, Christy Koonce, Stacy Smith, Richard Bailey, and Scott Moore. Back row, from left, are Pam Barrow, Jeff Webster, Stacy McSwain, Roscoe McSwain, and Michael Matta, representing area 4-H clubs.

Judge Johnnie Johnson proclaims October 4 through 10 4-H Week in Shelby County. Witnessing the signing are, from left to right, front row, Christy Koonce, Stacy Smith, Richard Bailey, and Scott Moore. Back row, from left, are Pam Barrow, Jeff Webster, Stacy McSwain, Roscoe McSwain, and Michael Matta, representing area 4-H clubs.

PICTURE FROM OUR PAST

News Staff
Thursday, April 24, 2025
From the Tuesday, October 6, 1981 issue of the East Texas Light
Legislature begins reconciliation of budget

Legislature begins reconciliation of budget

Legislature begins reconciliation of budget

News Staff
Thursday, April 24, 2025
This week we observed Holy Week and remember the sacrifice Christ made for us. We look forward to celebrating the resurrection this Easter Sunday. I hope you enjoy time with your families this Easter weekend.Here are five things happening around your state: 1.
A Story Worth Telling

A Story Worth Telling

A Story Worth Telling

Leon Aldridge Community Columnist
Thursday, April 24, 2025
“Dunn’s Law: Careful planning is no substitute for dumb luck.-Arthur Bloch, author of “Murphy’s Law and Other Reasons Why Things Go Wrong” -----In short order, I was back on the road. Listening to the ball game.
Voucher bill clears House

Voucher bill clears House

Capitol Highlights

Gary Borders Texas Press Assoc.
Thursday, April 24, 2025
House passes school voucher billThe Texas House on Thursday passed Gov. Greg Abbott’s school voucher bill after a years-long campaign by the governor and his allies, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Lt. Gov.
FROM THE MAILBAG

FROM THE MAILBAG

FROM THE MAILBAG

News Staff
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Allen disputes Christian’s claims Editor’s note: This letter has been edited for clarity and length.

Calendar

News Staff
Thursday, April 24, 2025
April 202524 • NA/AA—We can help. Meetings: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church.26 • Dehart Veterinary Services offered in Center at Goodwill Industries of East Texas, 1233 Tenaha St.28 • Center City Council meets at 5 p.m. in the council chambers at city hall.
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