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Thursday, February 12, 2026

February12 • NA/AA—We can help. Meetings: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church.13 • Deadline for registration for Center Recreation Department softball and baseball signups. Register online at https://app.teampass.

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Shelby County Jail Log

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

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.

“A Short Life Story”

Jerry Hopkins Pastor, Clever Creek Baptist Church

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Everyone has memories and experiences that we come to understand how dramatically impactful those events become in our life story. There are people, family, friends, enemies and even strangers, who become important in what God is doing in our lives.

Choices, Choices, Choices!

Center First Upc

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Sis. Deborah MayoMatthew Chapter 25 records two well-read parables and the story of a shepherd dividing his flock that deal directly with God’s church and the choice that is every individual saint’s to make. As commentator R.T.

Citizens Bank parent acquires rival Jacksonville-based bank

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

East Texas Financial Corporation, the parent company for Citizens Bank headquartered in Kilgore and Texas National Bancorporation, the parent company for Texas National Bank of Jacksonville have announced the successful completion of East Texas Financial Corporation’s previously announced...

Panola College to host Preview Day on Feb. 21

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

Panola College will host a Preview Day on Saturday, Feb. 21, beginning at 1 p.m. on its Carthage campus. The event is designed for prospective students and anyone interested in learning more about becoming a Panola College student.

Chamber seeking America 250 hometown business spotlights

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

For generations, hometown businesses have helped shape our community – creating jobs, serving neighbors and contributing to the character and pride of our towns and county.

Since Mardi Gras occurs on Feb. 17 this year, Center Garden Club member Jennifer Whittlesey, in keeping with the club’s goal of sharing nature’s beauty throughout our community each month, recently presented Center Country Club with her delightfully festive Mardi Gras design featuring the iconic purple, gold, and green colors. Submitted | Light and Champion