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We should see what you said today

We should see what you said today

We should see what you said today

News Staff
Thursday, April 10, 2025
If you could go back in time and give your younger self a piece of advice, what would it be?“Follow your first thought and always follow your heart.”Rachelle Walker Shelbyville“Have a better understanding with Christ.”Vernell Hicks Center“Love God and be good to all of humanity.
Figueroa, Jahaziel

Figueroa, Jahaziel

Shelby County Jail Log

News Staff
Thursday, April 10, 2025
While the individuals listed have been arrested and charged with criminal offenses, by law, they are innocent until proven guilty. These listings are obtained from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office and are a matter of public record.
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Holiday

News Staff
Thursday, April 10, 2025
April 202510 • Center ISD School Board meets at noon at the ISD administration building on Hwy 96 North.• NA/AA—We can help. Meetings: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church.11 • Dehart Veterinaryoffered in Center at Goodwill Industries of East Texas, 1233 Tenaha St.
Figueroa, Jahaziel

Figueroa, Jahaziel

Crosby Co. sex offender added to 10 Most Wanted List

News Staff
Thursday, April 10, 2025
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Rodolfo Martinez Jr. to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders List. Texas Crime Stoppers is now offering a cash reward of up to $3,000 for information leading to his arrest. All tips are guaranteed to be anonymous.Rodolfo Martinez, Jr.
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Submitted | Light and Champion

Center design student places at competition

News Staff
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Center High School CTE Graphic Design student Gabriel Lamas makes honorable mention at the New Talent 25 competition held at Kilgore College. About 150 art pieces were submitted from high school students from across the East Texas area.

Roughriders fall to Gainesville in regional championship

News Staff
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Center soccer reached the state’s Elite Eight Tuesday night in Mt. Pleasant’s Sam Parker Field, but the 3-0 loss to the Gainesville Leopards would prevent them advancing to the Final Four.By Tuesday night, the Roughriders and Leopards had eliminated every other team in Region II.
On March 29, Jaret Barrett of Waxahachie was turkey hunting on his 1,000-acre lease in Eastland County when he bagged a pair of Rio Grande gobblers at 40 yards. One of the gobblers had snow-white plumage that is considered exceptionally rare in the wild. Photo courtesy Jaret Barrett

On March 29, Jaret Barrett of Waxahachie was turkey hunting on his 1,000-acre lease in Eastland County when he bagged a pair of Rio Grande gobblers at 40 yards. One of the gobblers had snow-white plumage that is considered exceptionally rare in the wild. Photo courtesy Jaret Barrett

ODD BALL TOM

Matt Williams Outdoors Writer
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Spring turkey season is in full swing across most of Texas.The only exception is the state’s East Zone, where a month-long gobbler only season gets underway April 22 in 12 counties.Those who don’t share the passion might say spring gobbler hunters are April Fools, but make no mistake about it.
Kathy Grisby presents a certificate of appreciation to Bill O’Neal for his presentation on Audie Murphy at the Timpson Area Genealogical and Historiacl Society March meeting. Submitted | Light and Champion

Kathy Grisby presents a certificate of appreciation to Bill O’Neal for his presentation on Audie Murphy at the Timpson Area Genealogical and Historiacl Society March meeting. Submitted | Light and Champion

O’Neal discusses Audie Murphy at TAGHS

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Thursday, April 10, 2025
Bill O’Neal blessed TAGHS with a riveting program on Audie Murphy and his heroic WW II exploits. Audie was the most decorated US soldier in WW II, earning 33 Medals, 12 of them being for valor. His story is one of almost unbelievable ability, bravery, and service, making one proud to be a Texan.
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