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Timpson’s Albert Parker tangles with an Elysian Fields player in a struggle for a rebound during the Bears’ game against the Yellowjackets in a district game. Timpson ISD | Light and Champion

Timpson’s Albert Parker tangles with an Elysian Fields player in a struggle for a rebound during the Bears’ game against the Yellowjackets in a district game. Timpson ISD | Light and Champion

Bears face Yellowjackets in district home contest

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Thursday, February 12, 2026
Savannah Cassell | THSOn Friday night, the Bears hosted Elysian Fields in game 11 of district play. After four long-fought quarters, Elysian Fields came out with a 78-55 win.Chris Nickleberry, Braxton Young, and Elijah Garner each made three 3-pointers.

Timpson falls to Gary in Game 9

News Staff
Thursday, February 5, 2026
In game nine of district play, the Timpson Bears hosted the Gary Bobcats in a battle for the number three playoff spot. After four intense quarters, the Bears fell to Gary 51-32, and are currently sitting with the number four seed.
Loving and Carroll spent much of the 2025-26 season manning a ground blind deep in their Harris County lease. The effort paid off with Loving’s first deer, a 12-pointer with a net TBGA score of 164 7/8. Photo courtesy Chris Carroll

Loving and Carroll spent much of the 2025-26 season manning a ground blind deep in their Harris County lease. The effort paid off with Loving’s first deer, a 12-pointer with a net TBGA score of 164 7/8. Photo courtesy Chris Carroll

Harris County teen puts woman’s touch on bruiser 12-pointer, 164 7/8 net

Matt Williams Outdoors Writer
Thursday, January 29, 2026
A youth hunter’s first buck often packs the goods for a pretty good story.Addi Loving’s tale is a doozie Fittingly, so is the buck she calls “Smoke.
Shelbyville Dragons take on San Augustine Wolves in hoops

Shelbyville Dragons take on San Augustine Wolves in hoops

Shelbyville Dragons take on San Augustine Wolves in hoops

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Shelbyville's hoopsters took on the San Augustine Wolves on Jan. 16. The JV team pulled out a 42-38 win, the girls team came up short at 49-29 while the boys team pulled out a 72-68 win in over time after tying 58-58 in regulation play.
Joaquin senior Ellie Anglin has surpassed 1,000 points in her career. With Anglin are her coaches Mindy Bragg (left) and Katelyn Martinez Harris. Submitted | Light and Champion

Joaquin senior Ellie Anglin has surpassed 1,000 points in her career. With Anglin are her coaches Mindy Bragg (left) and Katelyn Martinez Harris. Submitted | Light and Champion

Anglin achieves scoring milestone

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Senior Ellie Anglin reached a major milestone this season by scoring her 1,000th career point for the Joaquin Lady Rams. Anglin has been a varsity player since 2022 and has started every season, making a consistent impact in every game she has played.
CHS Culinary Arts treats board with meal

CHS Culinary Arts treats board with meal

CHS Culinary Arts treats board with meal

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Center High School Culinary students were recognized at the January CISD School Board meeting for their outstanding work. They treated the Board of Trustee members to a pasta bar, showcasing their skills, professionalism, and creativity. The class is led by Mrs. Fausett and Mrs. Baumann.
Wulf honored with 50-year pin

Wulf honored with 50-year pin

Wulf honored with 50-year pin

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Lions Club President Mahesh Galal presents Fred Wulf with a 50-year service plaque, honoring his five decades of dedication and lasting contribu tions to the Center Noon Lions Club.
Board recognizes twirlers for UIL performances

Board recognizes twirlers for UIL performances

Board recognizes twirlers for UIL performances

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
The Center High School Twirlers were recognized at the January Center ISD board meeting for their outstanding performances at UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest. From left to right: Tori Green, My’Anna Calhoun, Harmoni Evans, Caitlyn Broussard, Kaydence Hines (Head).
Peyton Jacobs drives upcourt against Colmesneil in the Shelbyville 7th grade boys game. Shelbyville won the game 41-7.

Peyton Jacobs drives upcourt against Colmesneil in the Shelbyville 7th grade boys game. Shelbyville won the game 41-7.

Shelbyville basketball

News Staff
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Peyton Jacobs drives upcourt against Colmesneil in the Shelbyville 7th grade boys game. Shelbyville won the game 41-7.Bryce Ebernez takes a shot in the Shelbyville 8th grade boys game against Colmesneil. The Dragons came out on top 66-23.
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