Shelby County Texas

Melissa Muñoz presented VFW Teacher of the Year Award

Friday, December 8, 2023

Center Elementary School’s fourth grade teacher, Melissa Muñoz, was awarded and honored as Post Teacher of the Year by the VFW Post 8904 On Friday, December 8 in her classroom.

County votes with state, passes 13 amendments, Chadwick returned to mayor’s office

News Staff

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Texas voters approved 13 of 14 proposed constitutional amendments on the statewide ballot Tuesday. Included were high profile proposals like property tax cuts, a raise for retired teachers and billions in investments in infrastructure, research, tech and energy.

Chavez joins Chamber Office staff

Story And Photos By Shannon James

Monday, October 2, 2023

Twenty-year-old local from Center, Lizbeth Chavez, has gained the position as the new front desk receptionist for the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce. Chavez graduated from Center High School in 2022, and is currently enrolled in Panola College where she’s in her second year of general studies.

East Texas Family bings baked goods and worship to local towns

East Texas Family brings baked goods and worship to local towns

Shannon James

Friday, September 15, 2023

The Watson Family from Rosevine, Sabine County, north of Hemphill, has a special hobby they enjoy sharing with the world as a family.

Pleasant Grove MBC Drive Thru Prayer September 30

Pleasant Grove MBC Drive-Thru Prayer September 30

News Staff

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Pleasant Grove MBC will have a Drive-Thru Prayer on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at NAPA Auto Parts from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. "We want the community to know that we are here for them and ready to offer a prayer for those in need.

SCCAC Awarded $10,000 Grant from John Harris Community Fund at ETCF

News Staff

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

The Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center (SCCAC) recently received a grant in the amount of $10,000 from the John Harris Community Fund at East Texas Communities Foundation (ETCF).

NextGen to place 3,000 9/11 Memorial Flags Sponsored by the Shelby County Republican Party

News Staff

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Next month marks the 22nd Anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Across the United States; cities, towns, communities large and small and college campuses have been honoring the nearly 3,000 victims of this horrible tragedy by placing 3,000 flags in public spaces.

Burn Ban still in effect

News Staff

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Shelby County is currently under a BURN-BAN. This means that outdoor burning is prohibited. The County has had NO significant rain in 3 months.

DYB World Series Letter of Thanks

News Staff

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

The DYB World Series was hosted July 19-23 at the Center Park and Softball Complexes. We had 50 teams in 5 divisions compete for a chance to be World Series Champions.

Benefit and Bale Sale for Teri Goforth

News Staff

Monday, August 21, 2023

Benefit and Bake Sale for Teri Goforth to help with medical expenses will be on Friday, August 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Catherine's Benefits and Resale; 708 Southview Circle Center, TX. Call 936-332-0060, text or Facebook message for details.

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