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Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison informs the commissioners court of funds which the county is set to receive to upgrade its radio system. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison informs the commissioners court of funds which the county is set to receive to upgrade its radio system. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

County set to receive funds for radio system upgrades

News Staff
Thursday, September 11, 2025
For the Sep. 3 Commissioners Court special meeting, the primary agenda item was announcing community project funding grant, which was awarded to Shelby County in the amount of $1,550,000 to assist in funding interoperable communications equipment.
BEFORE AND AFTER

BEFORE AND AFTER

BEFORE AND AFTER

News Staff
Thursday, September 11, 2025
There was before and there was after.One day, life was proceeding as normal, the next day things were forever changed by events that divide history as clear as a line in the sand.9/11 is one of those dividing lines, joining July 4, 1776, April 12, 1861 and Dec.
50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

Zack Clark Journalist
Thursday, September 4, 2025
New Baptist Church plannedA special inquiry meeting was held on Sunday, Aug. 31, 1975, to discuss the formation of another Southern Baptist Church in the Center area, according to Glenn Campbell.
Capitol Highlights

Capitol Highlights

Capitol Highlights

Gary Borders Texas Press Assoc.
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Abbott signs redistricting bill; lawsuit challenges it Gov. Greg Abbott signed legislation redrawing Texas’ congressional map on Friday. A lawsuit challenging the redrawn districts as being racially discriminatory was filed even before the bill became law.
“I’d Probably Be Famous Now…”

“I’d Probably Be Famous Now…”

“I’d Probably Be Famous Now…”

Terri Lacher Community Columnist
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Occupations. Do you remember the moment as a young child when you looked at all the jobs in the world and said, “that’s what I want to be”? Growing up in the 50s left me with a shopping cart full of jobs I knew I didn’t want.
One city dweller’s perspective of country life

One city dweller’s perspective of country life

One city dweller’s perspective of country life

Leon Aldridge Community Columnist
Thursday, September 4, 2025
“City people make most of the fuss about the charms of country life.”Mason Cooley, American writer and educator 1927-2002“Which one do you like?” The request for consultation from a friend trying to decide between two pieces of artwork was noted. One, a small country farmhouse with a red barn.
NEW COUNCIL MEMBER - Mrs. Rubye L. Biggers took the oath of office as a member of the Center City Council, administered by Mayor George Ihlo Tuesday evening. Mrs. Biggers was elected to represent District 2 in a special election Nov. 5.

NEW COUNCIL MEMBER - Mrs. Rubye L. Biggers took the oath of office as a member of the Center City Council, administered by Mayor George Ihlo Tuesday evening. Mrs. Biggers was elected to represent District 2 in a special election Nov. 5.

PICTURE FROM OUR PAST

News Staff
Thursday, September 4, 2025
From the Friday, Nov. 15, 1991 issue of the Light and Champion

Calendar

News Staff
Thursday, September 4, 2025
September 20254 • NA/AA—We can help. Meetings: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church.• The Shelby County historical courthouse is open for tours Thursdays and Fridays from 1 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. For general questions, call the Chamber of Commerce at 936598-3682.
Shelby County Jail Log

Shelby County Jail Log

Shelby County Jail Log

Smith, Samuel
Thursday, September 4, 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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