Shelby County events

National Watermelon Queen speaks at July Lunch and Learn

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Olivia Johnson, the National Watermelon Queen, returned to her hometown as this month’s guest speaker at the Lunch and Learn, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce Health Care Committee, sponsored by Wiggins Farms, on Wednesday, July 26 at the AgriLife Extension Office.

Sabine County Beekeepers August Meeting

News Staff

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The Sabine County Beekeepers will meet for their monthly meeting on Monday August 7 at 6:30 P.M. The Sabine County Beekeepers meet every 1st Monday of the month at 6:30 P.M. at the Sabine County Chamber of Commerce, on the square in downtown Hemphill. "We welcome the public to come out and join us.

Center 11U takes 2nd at Dixie Youth Regional World Series

Shannon James

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Center’s 11U team took 2nd place in the 2023 Dixie Youth Regional World Series, hosted at the Center Baseball Complex Noon Lions Club Fields at Center Park this year. The four-day-long tournament started on Wednesday, July 19 and ended on Sunday July 23.

Center PD takes the win in The Battle of the Badges 2023

Story And Photos By Shannon James

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The third annual Battle of the Badges Friday, July 21 reported a successful outcome with 32 donors, 29 of them successful, and more than 200 plates sold during the barbecue fundraiser.

Organizers of the fundraising event prepare BBQ chicken plates for Battle of the Badges.

Battle of the Badges returns for year 3

Story And Photos By Shannon James

Friday, July 21, 2023

Battle of the Badges, a community wide blood drive, is back for year 3 at the Center Community House Friday, July 21, from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The Center Community House is located at 425 San Augustine Street in Center. “Come save lives, support your local law enforcement and enjoy some good food!

Drucilla Dickey Shares Sparks Family History with TAGHS

News Staff

Friday, July 21, 2023

Timpson Area Genealogy and Heritage Society member Drucilla Sparks Dickey traced her Sparks lineage at the monthly meeting of the Timpson Area Genealogy and Heritage Society Wednesday, July 19.

New Member Ribbon Cutting for Christian Love Private Home Care

News Staff

Thursday, July 20, 2023

The Shelby County Chamber Ambassadors are excited to invite the public to a Ribbon Cutting for Christian Love Private Home Care, the newest Chamber member on Thursday, August 3 at 10:00 a.m. The Ribbon Cutting will be held at the Chamber Office on the downtown square.

Dixie Youth Regional World Series kicks off today

News Staff

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

The Dixie Youth Regional World Series kicks off activities today, Wednesday July 19. The entire community is invited to the opening ceremonies at Roughrider Stadium beginning at 7:30 p.m. with a fireworks show immediately after.

1st Place Favorite, Bobbie J Wood, "God's Fireworks"

Piney Woods Photographic Society July Challenge: Night Photography

News Staff

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

The Piney Woods Photographic Society held their regular monthly meeting this past Saturday at the First Methodist Church in Center, Tx. There was a workshop given on "Tips and Techniques on How to Photograph Water in Motion" in preparation for next month's challenge.

The Pizzeria Grand Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting

News Staff

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and staff at The Pizzeria invite the public to join them at a Grand Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday, August 2 at 10:30 a.m. The Pizzeria is a family owned business since 1972 when Mike Jones first opened the doors.

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