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D.J. Dickerson of the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office explains the need of a cell phone data extraction system to the commissioners court. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

D.J. Dickerson of the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office explains the need of a cell phone data extraction system to the commissioners court. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

Jail lights, data extraction system lead court session

News@lightandchampion.com Community
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Replacing light fixtures at the county jail, acquiring a cell phone data extraction system and approving a grant resolution to aid in motor vehicle theft prevention were the main topics of concern at the regular meeting of the Shelby County Commissioners Court held on Wednesday, May 14.
Buddy Magness was approved to be a part-time deputy police officer by the Tenaha City Council at its April meeting. David Danley | Light and Champion

Buddy Magness was approved to be a part-time deputy police officer by the Tenaha City Council at its April meeting. David Danley | Light and Champion

Tenaha council authorizes employee raises, contracts

News Staff
Thursday, May 22, 2025
A pay raise for city personnel, hiring a deputy police officer and approving contracts for wastewater treatment and utility services were the main action items at the regular meeting of the Tenaha City Council held Monday, April 28.
First responders from throughout the county were honored with a luncheon to celebrate their service to their communities. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

First responders from throughout the county were honored with a luncheon to celebrate their service to their communities. Zack Clark | Light and Champion

First responders recognized with appreciation luncheon

News@lightandchampion.com The Light And Champion
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Center Independent School District and the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors hosted an Appreciation Lunch for First Responders throughout Shelby County on Friday, May 2nd at the Center ISD Transportation Department.
Property tax relief sought through two Senate bills

Property tax relief sought through two Senate bills

Property tax relief sought through two Senate bills

News Staff
Thursday, May 15, 2025
On May 8, 1945, the Allied forces celebrated Victory in Europe Day after the defeat of Nazi Germany. During the war, more than 1,500,000 military personnel came to Texas for training.
50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

50 Years Ago in Shelby County

Zack Clark Journalist
Thursday, May 15, 2025
First Baptist plans memorial chapelThe First Baptist Church of Center was in the early stages of planning the Dr. J. Carroll Chadwick Memorial Chapel during this week of 1975.
School vouchers become law

School vouchers become law

School vouchers become law

Gary Borders Texas Press Assoc.
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Abbott signs voucher bill into law School vouchers become lawGov. Greg Abbott last week signed a $1 billion private school voucher bill into law in front of a large crowd at the Governor’s Mansion, the San Antonio Express-News and other media outlets reported.
PICTURE FROM OUR PAST

PICTURE FROM OUR PAST

PICTURE FROM OUR PAST

News Staff
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Serving as officers for the Joaquin High School FHA chapter, which is observing FHA week Feb. 12 through 16, are (seated, from left) Rebekah Williams, parliamentarian; Tammy Faulk, treasurer; Kristi Kay, president; and Jen Wood, vice president.

Calendar

News Staff
Thursday, May 15, 2025
15 • NA/AA—We can help. Meetings: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church.16 • The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Beautiful Clean program will be hosting a Shred Day on the Center square from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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