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While not counting toward the Lone Star Cup because it was an individual award, Malachi Sierra’s first place triumph in Number Sense at the state UIL meet is a reflection of the commitment to excellence the district strives for. Sierra was coached by Cole Harrison and presented with his award by Esther Harrison at the July 10 Shelbyville ISD board meeting. David Danley | Light and Champion

While not counting toward the Lone Star Cup because it was an individual award, Malachi Sierra’s first place triumph in Number Sense at the state UIL meet is a reflection of the commitment to excellence the district strives for. Sierra was coached by Cole Harrison and presented with his award by Esther Harrison at the July 10 Shelbyville ISD board meeting. David Danley | Light and Champion

Shelbyville captures Lone Star Cup award

News Staff
Thursday, July 17, 2025
To top off its very successful school year, Shelbyville High School recently brought home the 2025 UIL Lone Star Cup to add to its impressive run of accolades for the 2024-2025 school year.
Let the celebration begin!

Let the celebration begin!

Let the celebration begin!

News Staff
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Timpson held it’s parade as part of the annual Frontier Days festival Saturday morning with various school and civic organizations, as well as community members participating in the event. Other activities included a carnival and a wide variety of vendors and activities.
Stevie Smith, Const. Pct. 3, informs the court of an offer from a pipeline company to donate some pipe to the county. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

Stevie Smith, Const. Pct. 3, informs the court of an offer from a pipeline company to donate some pipe to the county. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

Court enters DETCOG mutual aid agreement

News Staff
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Entering a mutual aid agreement with DETCOG and accepting a pipe donation were the primary topics of discussion at the Shelby County Commissioners’ Court regular meeting held on Wednesday, July 9.
Why careful career planning is crucial

Why careful career planning is crucial

Why careful career planning is crucial

Leon Aldridge Community Columnist
Thursday, July 10, 2025
“What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.”— Zig Ziglar (1926 – 2012) world-renowned motivational author and speaker“So,” friends ask, “How is retirement going?” “Great,” is my go-to answer.
We are Family

We are Family

We are Family

Terri Lacher Community Columnist
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Last time, I shared the differences between our many generations of family members. This past week, my sweet hubby and I experienced those differences big time. Part of our family flew out from Los Angeles, California, one flew in from North Carolina, some traveled the few hours from Houston.
Old Davenport Well

Old Davenport Well

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

Journalist
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Work crews led by Harvey Hughes tore down the old Davenport Variety Store and discovered a water well hidden among the ruins. The origin of the well is a mystery and no one seems to know or remember hearing anything about a deep well of water located at this site in Center.
Shelby County Jail Log

Shelby County Jail Log

Shelby County Jail Log

Dukes, Jarrod
Thursday, July 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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