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The USDA describes the New World Screwworm as a metallic green-blue fly with large orange eyes, about twice the size of a common house fly. NWSs do not bite animals; their damage comes from laying eggs in the open wounds of living, warm-blooded animals. The immature fly larvae feed on the living tissues of hosts, burrowing into the animal's tissue, causing tremendous damage and often resulting in the host's death. USDA Photo

The USDA describes the New World Screwworm as a metallic green-blue fly with large orange eyes, about twice the size of a common house fly. NWSs do not bite animals; their damage comes from laying eggs in the open wounds of living, warm-blooded animals. The immature fly larvae feed on the living tissues of hosts, burrowing into the animal's tissue, causing tremendous damage and often resulting in the host's death. USDA Photo

NEW WORLD SCREWWORM

Matt Williams Outdoors Writer
Thursday, July 10, 2025
The folks at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas Animal Health Commission are hoping for the best and preparing for the worst.
A participant of Timpson ISD’s STEM on the Square inflates a balloon car as part of a demonstration of Newton’s third law of motion. There will be two more events, July 16 and 23. Timpson ISD | Light and Champion

A participant of Timpson ISD’s STEM on the Square inflates a balloon car as part of a demonstration of Newton’s third law of motion. There will be two more events, July 16 and 23. Timpson ISD | Light and Champion

STEM on the Square challenges students

Submitted Jcrowley@timpsonisd.com The Light And
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Timpson ISD’s STEM on the Square is a recurring summer event that has been all about giving students the opportunity to participate in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics activities. Incoming 1st-8th graders have been given STEM projects to complete once a week.
Veronica Berry serves as Chief Probation Officer for Shelby County as the office strives to intervene in the lives of young offenders with the hope of influencing them back into a more positive direction in their lives. David Danley | Light and Champion

Veronica Berry serves as Chief Probation Officer for Shelby County as the office strives to intervene in the lives of young offenders with the hope of influencing them back into a more positive direction in their lives. David Danley | Light and Champion

“We’re not trying to ruin their lives”

News Staff
Thursday, July 10, 2025
With the hope of keeping a young life from being derailed before it really gets going, juvenile probation officers aim their efforts at rehabilitation, rather than punishment.“We are looking more on the rehabilitative side rather than the punitive side.
Members of the Center Police Department gathered this past Friday to witness the promotion of three long-term dispatchers and a patrol officer. (Left to right) Lieutenant Andy Williams, Amy Lindley, Donna Dugger, Detective Garret Rocchi, Charlene Jackson, and Chief Ricky King. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

Members of the Center Police Department gathered this past Friday to witness the promotion of three long-term dispatchers and a patrol officer. (Left to right) Lieutenant Andy Williams, Amy Lindley, Donna Dugger, Detective Garret Rocchi, Charlene Jackson, and Chief Ricky King. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

CPD promotes four employees

Zack Clark News@lightandchampion.com
Thursday, July 3, 2025
This past Friday, the Center Police Department honored four employees with promotions in recognition of their dedicated service to both the department and the City of Center.Three of the promotions were awarded to dispatchers, while one was given to a patrol officer.
50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

Zack Clark Journalist
Thursday, July 3, 2025
SFA State University possibly in Timpson This week, Mattie Dellinger recalled when Timpson was being considered for the location of SFA State University. Mattie used information found in a copy of The Champion newspaper dated July 11, 1917.
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