Funeral Notice: Loyce Marie Fowler

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Loyce Marie Fowler, 62, of Center, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015 in Tyler.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday, June 1, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Steve Noble officiating. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Mrs. Fowler was born March 1, 1953 in Center to Leroy Bowlin and Margie McCauley Bowlin. She enjoyed reading and was a great 42 player. Mrs. Fowler dearly loved her church family at Assembly of God New Life Church in Center.

She is survived by

Husband: Ricky Fowler of Center

Daughter: Misti Kaceen Phillips of Center

Grandchildren:

Destini Kaceen Phillips

Raimi Marie Philips

Lera Abigail Watson

Makenzi Grace Alford

Mother: Margie McCauley Bowlin

Brothers & Sisters:

Preston McCauley and wife, Annette, of Decatur

Joyce Elliott and husband, Tommy, of Bedford

Linda UpChurch and the late, Jesse UpChurch, of Center

James Bowlin and wife, Marty, of Louisville

Brenda Shofner and fiancé, James Miller, of Center

Doug Bowlin and wife, Misty, of Nacogdoches

Preceded in death by

Son: Joshua Fowler

Brother-in-law: Jesse UpChurch

Father: Leroy Bowlin

Pallbearers will be Ricky Fowler, Justin Jefferson, Jeremy Frederick, James Tyre Jr., Jason Birch, Scott Adair, Phil Hennigan and Deyan Bomar. Honorary pallbearer will be Brannon Denby.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Nichols passes legislation to dedicate billions to Texas roads

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sydni Mitchell, office of Sen. Robert Nichols

The Texas Legislature has approved Senator Robert Nichols' (R-Jacksonville) Senate Joint Resolution 5, which will constitutionally dedicate approximately $3 billion per year to the State Highway Fund (SHF). As this is a constitutional amendment, it will be sent to the voters in November 2015.

"I am thankful to Governor Abbott, Lt. Governor Patrick and my colleagues in the Legislature for their support," said Nichols. "If passed by the voters, this legislation will be the largest single increase in transportation funding in Texas history."

This constitutional amendment will dedicate a deposit of $2.5 billion per year to the SHF, to build non tolled roads and bridges, as long as our state's economy continues to grow.

In addition, each fiscal year beginning in 2020, 35 percent of all Motor Vehicle Sales, Use and Rental Taxes revenues, in excess of $5 billion, will be deposited into the SHF for the same use.

It is estimated the combination of these deposits will grow to approximately $4 billion per year within 15 years, adjusting for population growth and inflation. In addition, there are protections in place to ensure that in times of recession, the Legislature has the ability to reduce a portion of these deposits by a 2/3 vote of both chambers.

"With the progress the 83rd Legislature made, the overwhelming support from the voters on Proposition 1 last November, this sessions budget and SJR 5, the State's transportation funding is going to be where it needs to be in the future," said Nichols.

Use of these dedicated funds in the State Highway Fund would be limited to non-tolled roads and bridges. If approved, this proposal will give the Texas Department of Transportation a predictable revenue stream which they can use to implement long-range transportation plans.

Nichols, a former Texas transportation commissioner, currently serves as Chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee. He has worked on Texas transportation issues in various capacities since 1997.

Weather Update @ 9:15 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

Better look and find your sunglasses and wide brimmed hats today. As soon as this fog and low clouds burn off, we will see high pressure move in and lots of sun for the next 9-10 days. Little to no chances for rain...other than a widely scattered,pop up shower.

Bad news...We caught a total of 1.5 inches last night and early this morning and that puts us at 1.06 inches from our all time May total from back in 1975 of 11.30 inches.Worst news....Dallas caught another 1.92 inches yesterdayHouston....2.61 inches..

Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Only a slight chance of showers thru Monday, sunny & dry expected remainder of week

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. Northwest wind around 5 mph.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Northwest wind around 5 mph.

Monday: A 20 percent chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. North wind around 5 mph.

Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. Northeast wind around 5 mph.

Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 65.

Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.

Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 67.

Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 88.

Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 68.

Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 89.

Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 69.

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 91.

TxDOT project updates week of 06/01/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rhonda Oaks, TXDOT public information officer

LUFKIN - While recent rain storms have slowed many TxDOT projects, with just a little bit of early summer sunshine many are beginning to move forward.

In Angelina County, three major construction projects continue with two nearing completion and one just beginning.

Loop 287/US 59 construction project crews will continue to lay concrete paving that will connect the southbound connector bridge. Crews will then coordinate with sub-contractors to open the Business 59 Southbound Main Lanes. Soon thereafter, the Loop 287 Westbound and Eastbound Main Lanes will open to motorists. With the completion date on the project expected to be January 2016, construction left to complete includes concrete paving on the Loop 287 Westbound and Eastbound lanes, two U-turn bridges and two interchange ramps.

The FM 2021/US 59 construction project at Redland is also nearing completion with concrete paving in the southbound ramp and at the intersection of the ramp at FM 2021 West. Storm sewer and final pavement structures for the south end of the southbound ramp are still to be completed. The bridge construction over US 59 is finished and will be opened to motorists once the ramps are built. The project is slated for completion in October.

Motorists traveling North Timberland Drive have seen the beginnings of the A&NR railroad bridge replacement project near the Loop 287/US 59 construction that will, once completed, offer a smooth transition to US 59 North and Loop 287 East or West. Motorists will experience continued lane closures in the southbound and northbound lanes in coming weeks.

As motorists travel through the many work areas in Lufkin's nine-county district, they are urged to stay alert to work crews and nearby equipment and machinery. They should expect delays, slow down and watch for flaggers and signs that will direct them through construction areas.

"With summer months approaching, our maintenance and construction crews are hoping to be in full swing with annual seal coating projects that will refurbish the roadways as well as move construction projects forward to completion," said Rhonda Oaks, public information officer for the Lufkin District. "We urge motorists to obey all traffic safety signs and remember that traffic fines double when workers are present."

Project updates and plans for the week of June 1, weather permitting, include:

ANGELINA COUNTY:
US 59: Ongoing road repairs in the north and southbound lanes 1 mile south of FM 841 and north of SH 103.
State Highway Spur 266: The Denman Avenue Drainage Improvement Project continues in both east and westbound lanes of the spur.

NACOGDOCHES COUNTY:
US 59: Mill and inlay as weather permits.
SH 21: Work will restart on completion of the project from FM 226 to FM 3276.
Loop 224: Lane construction from SH 7 to US 59 South.
FM 3314: Widening existing pavement surface width.
CR 706 at Yseleta Creek: Final clean-up and shaping at new structure.

SHELBY COUNTY:
US 84: Final clean-up and shaping for pavement reconstruction between the Rusk County line and US 59 in Timpson.
US 84: Texas/Louisiana bridge construction.
Loop 500: Construction from US 96 to SH 7.
FM 139: Safety treating fixed objects.

SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY:
SH 21: Intersection improvements and rehabilitation.
CR 4320: Bridge work at Chiamon Bayou and Harvey Creek.

SABINE COUNTY:
FM 1: Safety treating fixed objects.
FM 1592: Safety treating fixed objects.

TRINITY COUNTY:
SH 94: Safety treating fixed objects between SH 19 and US 287.
SH 94: Safety treating fixed objects from US 287 in Groveton to the Neches River.

POLK COUNTY:
US 59: Patching base failures at various locations, shoulder rehabilitation and striping roadway.
SH 146: Striping roadway.
US 287/FM 946: Concrete construction of headwalls and wingwalls on cross structures.

SAN JACINTO COUNTY:
US 59: Road rehabilitation and reconstruction.
US 59/FM 2914: Placing bridge beams and hauling embankment.

HOUSTON COUNTY:
SH 7: Reconstruction of existing lanes and add passing lanes and shoulders.
FM 2915: Road repairs.

Center High Class of 2015 Honor Graduates

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

The CHS Class of 2015 Honor Students have been announced. There was a record setting 56 honor graduates who completed the requirements for the Recommended or Distinguished Graduation Plans. They are as follows:

High Honors:
1.) Jessica Johnson 99.6875
2.) Kaleth Salazar 97.7255
3.) Adam Reeves 97.5091
4.) Changcai Wang 96.8704
5.) Julie McSwain 96.8077
6.) James Holt 96.5490
7.) Alyssa Waller 96.4904
8.) Vanessa Renteria 95.9643
9.) Trista Fountain 95.7800
10.) Tory Davis 95.5082
11.) Alec Lucas 95.5000
12.) Josh Burns 95.4902
13.) Vanessa Solis 95.3878
14.) Kelsie Waller 95.3860
15.) Patty Romo 95.0526

Honors:
16. Jessica Alexander 94.9216
17.) Erika Figueroa Franco 94.7059
18.) Chris Dunn 94.2182
19.) Chris Caudle 94.1695
20.) Cecilia Soto 94.0357
21.) Elizabeth Chadwick 93.9811
22.) Skylar Jamison 93.9057
23.) Rylee Hudspeth 93.7455
24.) Dalton Horton 93.4808
25.) Jacob Mitchell 93.2745
26.) Brianna Ward 93.2586
27.) Kamden Lucas 93.2182
28.) Jesse McGraw 93.0727
29.) Gabriela Landin 92.8846
30.) Taylor Tomlin 92.7222
31.) Emily Jolly 92.5091
32.) Faith Lengl 92.4667
33.) Samantha Gonzalez 92.4310
34.) Diana Perez 92.3333
35.) Taighen Mathews 92.2000
36.) Justin Renfro 91.9815
37.) Tarsheanna Bauer 91.9804
38.) Dillon Reynolds 91.6739
39.) Madaly Bartley 91.4211
40.) Riley Jo Mitchell 91.3585
41.) Marissa Tomlin 91.3455
42.) DeVincent Hoyt 91.2128
43.) Cesia Salvador 90.7895
44.) Rhaelyn Pitts 90.7321
45.) Ethan Hairgrove 90.6415
45.) Nehemias Santana 90.6415
47.) Traven Bolton 90.6000
48.) Marissa Macias 90.5094
49.) Katesia Evans 90.4815
50.) Miguel Mora 90.4375
51.) Jack Ford 90.4259
52.) Caiden Rainbolt 90.3704
53.) Bianca Leon 90.2667
54.) Austin Wright 90.1923
55.) Macayla Perry 90.1897
56.) Melissa Palacios 90.0926

AgriLife Extension experts: Texans will see mosquito population explosion

Posted About Nine Years Ago

RESIDENTS CAN HELP CONTROL, PROTECT THEMSELVES FROM MOSQUITOES

DALLAS – Anticipating a significant increase in the state’s mosquito
population, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service entomologists are offering
tips on how Texans can help slow mosquito breeding in backyards and protect
from being bitten.

“Mosquito populations are booming throughout the state and will likely
not go away anytime soon after all our rains and flooding,” said Dr. Mike
Merchant, AgriLife Extension urban entomologist in Dallas. “Not all of
the mosquitoes swarming us right now are likely to carry disease, but West
Nile virus-infected mosquitoes are beginning to show up in traps.”
[2]
The Asian tiger mosquito shown here is one of the two mosquito species
known to commonly transmit the chikungunya virus. The other is the closely
related yellow fever mosquito. Both species are  found in Texas. (Texas
A&M AgriLife Extension Service photo by Dr. Mike Merchant)

Texas Department of State Health Services recently announced the first 2015
case of West Nile virus in the state, and Dallas County Health and Human
Services just issued a health advisory reporting its first positive
mosquito pool of the year.

Merchant added that chikungunya, another disease transmitted by mosquitoes,
is on the radar of U.S. and state health officials as a growing concern. He
said the virus is regularly brought into the U.S. by travelers, but as yet
a human-to-mosquito-to-human cycle has not developed in Texas.

“This could change, however, as it did last year in Florida where a
handful of cases occurred among Floridians who had not traveled to the
Caribbean,” Merchant said. “The principal mosquito vectors of
chikungunya include the Asian tiger mosquito, Aedes albopictus, and its
close relative, the yellow fever mosquito, Aedes aegypti. Chikungunya
frequently comes with a very bad headache, joint pain, rash and fever.
 There is no treatment for or vaccine to protect from this disease.”

For more information about where mosquitoes can breed, and how to identify
Aedes and other mosquitoes, Merchant suggested going to AgriLife
Extension’s Mosquito Safari website, http://mosquitosafari.tamu.edu[3].

Humans are not the only ones to suffer from mosquito-borne diseases,
AgriLife Extension experts noted.

“Mosquitoes can also be vectors for dog heartworm,” said Dr. Sonja
Swiger, AgriLife Extension livestock/veterinary entomologist in
Stephenville.

According to Swiger, an infected mosquito can pass tiny heartworm parasites
on to any uninfected dog it bites. Heartworm causes lasting damage to
heart, lungs and arteries, and can affect the dog’s quality and length of
life. In addition, horses are susceptible to several encephalitis diseases,
including West Nile virus, and should be vaccinated every year.

Swiger said that to control mosquitoes effectively and economically,
everyone should understand their basic life cycle and be familiar with the
important mosquito types. According to Swiger, mosquitoes can be divided
into two groups based on where they lay their eggs. For example, floodwater
mosquitoes lay eggs on the ground in low spots, and these eggs hatch when
it rains and the low area fills with water.

“With the unusually high May rainfall, these mosquitoes are common now
and likely to remain so during the duration of the rain,” she said.
“Floodwater mosquitoes are good fliers and can travel many miles from
their breeding sites in temporary pools, roadsides and low lying areas.”

She noted there is little people can do on their own property to protect
themselves from floodwater mosquitoes, other than stay indoors or wear
repellent.

“We have more control over other mosquitoes that breed in containers and
live closer to town,”  Swiger said. “Container breeding mosquitoes
include some of the most significant species that may negatively affect
human health, including the common house mosquito.”

The entomologists referred to what they called “the four D’s” as a
general means for people to help manage mosquitoes and protect against
bites. These are:

— Dusk/Dawn – Avoid being outside when mosquitoes are searching for a
blood meal, which is usually in the early morning hours and just before the
sun goes down. While some species are daytime biters, most prefer to feed
at dusk and dawn.

— Drain – Empty standing water from “containers” around your home
and work areas, such as buckets, wheelbarrows, kiddie pools, toys, dog
bowls, water troughs, tires, bottles, etc. Make improvements that allow
standing water to run off following rains.

— Dress – If out during mosquito feeding hours, wear long sleeves and
pants in plain colors. Avoid attracting them by wearing excessive amounts
of perform or aftershave.

— Defend – Any time you go outside for an extended period of time, wear
an insect repellent.

Dr. Charles Allen, AgriLife Extension entomology program leader in San
Angelo, said mowing tall weeds and grass can help eliminate some mosquito
resting areas.

“When mosquito populations are high, labeled contact insecticides can be
used to knock down adults,” he said. “For greatest effectiveness,
sprays should be directed to shady mosquito resting areas. In addition,
insecticide-based misting systems can be effective short-term, but repeated
applications can cause insecticide resistance or be harmful to non-target
insects and may result in loss of control. These systems are most likely to
be effective if timers are set to spray when mosquitoes are most active.”

Allen said there are also techniques that can help control larval stage of
mosquitoes in water.

“Mosquito dunks containing insect growth regulators or Bti, the mosquito
larva’s bacterial natural enemy, can be used in water that cannot be
dumped or drained to reduce mosquito populations,” he said.

Products that apply a surface film or oil on the water can also be used to
reduce larval mosquito and pupal populations by preventing them from
getting air through their breathing tubes, he said.  The use of films or
oils should be limited to locations without any other organisms, since it
will prevent oxygen to the non-target organisms as well.

According to Merchant, insect repellent is still the best overall defense
against those “less savory insect and mite biters.”

“I always suggest people keep a bottle or can of repellent just outside
their doorway to remind them to spray exposed skin, even if they plan to be
outside just a short while,” he said. “Keeping repellent in your car is
a very good idea too.”

The entomologists agreed that repellents with DEET remain the gold standard
for protection.

“DEET has some of the best persistence. However, there are good
alternatives to DEET if you aren’t going to be outside very long,”
Merchant said. “The natural repellent, oil of lemon eucalyptus, is a good
alternative to DEET for those who prefer an organic product. The most
important thing is to find a repellent that works for you and to use it.”

Merchant periodically posts news updates on mosquito activity on his City
Bugs website, http://citybugs.tamu.edu[4]. He also has developed four
short videos on different aspects of mosquito control that can be found at
http://bit.ly/1F8cZkg[5].

* By: Paul Schattenberg, 210-859-5752, paschattenberg@ag.tamu.edu * By: Steve Byrns, 325-653-4576, s-byrns@tamu.edu * Contacts: Dr. Sonja Swiger, 254-968-4144, slswiger@ag.tamu.edu * Dr. Mike Merchant, 972-952-9204, m-merchant@tamu.edu * Dr. Charles Allen, 325-653-4576, ctallen@ag.tamu.edu

Capitol Update 05/29/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Chris Paddie, State Rep. House Dist. 9

We are in the final days of the 84th Legislative session, with Monday, June 1st being the final day. The House and Senate are coming to agreements on most of the important issues; hopefully we will not be called back for a special session.

The House and the Senate have reached an agreement on open carry legislation that will allow CHL holders to openly carry their firearms in the same manner in which they are currently allowed to concealed carry. License holders will continue to have to pass background checks and demonstrate proficiency with their firearm.

The House and Senate also reached an agreement on tax cuts that will benefit all businesses and home owners. The compromise plan will give tax payers almost $4 billion in tax relief and will result in a 25% margins tax rate cut and a $10,000 increase in the statewide homestead exemption. The homestead exemption increase will be presented to voters in November 2015. I hope that you will come out and make your voice heard on this constitutional amendment.

You will also be asked to vote on another constitutional amendment, one that will dedicate approximately $2.5 billion of general sales tax dollars and up to $1.75 billion of vehicle sales tax dollars to transportation. This measure goes a long way in fixing our transportation funding deficit and does so without raising taxes. Transportation funding is one of the governor's emergency items and one of the most pressing issues facing our state. I am pleased to report that the legislature is bringing you solutions on this front.

The House and Senate also finalized HB 11, which will allow the DPS to bulk up its presence on the Mexican border. As we have seen in the past year, Texas must have a more significant presence on the border to make up for the failings of the federal government. HB 11 will give our law enforcement the necessary tools to combat human trafficking, drug smuggling, and other transnational criminal activity. As we have seen, increasing our law enforcement presence has been an effective option to combat these crimes.

As the legislative session winds up, I want to encourage you to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. I want to hear your opinion regarding the issues that are important to you. It is with your input that I am able to best represent you. My office number is 512-463-0556 or district9.paddie@house.state.tx.us.

Center ISD recognizes employees

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Center ISD 2014-15 Service Award Recognition
5 Year Pins: April Bloys, Patrick Conn, Abel Delgado, Stephanie Gaddy, Mary

Grisby, Nancy Herrera, Megan Loftice, Rebecca Mireles, Melissa Munoz, Amber
Preston, Sonja Roland

10 Year Pins: Lee Brazzel, Laura Chandler, Lesleigh Fitzgerald, Olinda Hale, Sommer erndon, Jackie Kirkwood, Chantay Lee, Christy Mahan, Doug Moore, Angelica Morales, Wanda Price, Christy Rodriguez, Becky Rogers, Angela Waller, Jennifer Whittlesey

15 Year Pins: Gladys Andrews, Gabriela Flores, Stephanie Fults, Suzy Guerrero, Richard Miller, Mattie Ragan

20 Year Pins: Katie Dunn, Rebecca Harkness, Lynne Williams

25 Year Pins: Susan Fountain, Linda Doudna, Joanie Higginbotham, Becky Jordan, Dea Link, Alonza Moore, Kris Rash, Chris Watlington

30 Year Pins: Christy Byndom, Yolanda Davis, Joyce Jackson, Mitzi Lengl, Iva Nell Miller, Linda Snell

35 Year Pins: Ray Miller

Retirees:
BeBee Metcalf-18 Years
David Cassell-22 Years
Karen Albert 19 Years
Bryan Clay-3 Years
Betty Cook-36 Years
Donna Ivey-2 Years
Rachel Paddie 34 Years
Mary Paxton-27 Years
Rene Verdine-23 Years

Jury cancellation for 273rd District Court for June 8

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Lori Oliver, Shelby County district clerk

The jury that had been summoned for Monday, June 8, 2015 for the 273rd District Court, Shelby County, Honorable Charles R. Mitchell presiding has been cancelled. If you had received a summons to appear, you have been excused until you receive a future summons.

Tenaha ISD Board of Trustees to hold public hearing, regular meeting Monday; special meeting to interview for AD on Tuesday (agendas)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

Notice of Called Public Hearing of the

Tenaha Independent School District Board of Trustees

Notice is hereby given that a Called Public Hearing is set for Monday, June 01, 2015 at 5:15 p. m. in the Boardroom of the Administration Office located at 138 College Street, Tenaha, Texas 75974.

1. Call to Order

2. Public Participation is Invited

3. Discussion of the 2015-2016 School District’s Budget and the 2015 Proposed Tax Rate ( Indebtness & Service; Maintenance & Operation)

4. Adjournment

Notice of School District Called Regular Meeting

Board of Trustees – Tenaha Independent School District

Notice is hereby given that a Called Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Tenaha Independent School District is scheduled for Monday, June 1, 2015 beginning at 5:30 p. m. in the Boardroom of the Administration office located at 138 College Street, Tenaha, Texas 75974.

The Subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken are as follows:

(Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1. Call to Order

2. Public Comment

3. Oath of Office

4. Re-organization of the Board

5. Board Training with Karczewski-Bradshaw, LLP

6. Consider for Approval 2014-2015 Budget Amendments

7. Consider for Approval the Resolution for Senate Bill 149 Requiring Individual Graduation Committees

8. District Employees and Officers

(a.) Employment, Resignations, New Hire, and/or Discipline

(b.) Consider for Approval Hiring Administrative Position

9. Comments by Board Members

Adjournment

Notice of Called Special Meeting of the

Tenaha Independent School District Board of Trustees

Notice is hereby given that a Special Called Public School Board Meeting is set for Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 5:30 p. m. in the Boardroom of the Administration Office located at 138 College Street, Tenaha, Texas 75974.

1. Call to Order

2. Public Comment

3. Discussion and Interview for Athletic Director-Executive Session

4. District Employees and Officers Texas Gov’t Code § 551.074

(a.) Employment, Resignations, New Hire, and/or Discipline

5. Adjournment

Unofficial Minutes from Special Called CISD Board Meeting

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Board of Trustees

Center ISD

A special called meeting of the Board of Trustees of Center Independent School District (CISD) was held on Thursday, May 28, 2015 beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Center ISD Administration Board Room located at 107 Private Road 605 Center, Texas 75935.

1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish a Quorum

James Greer called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m. and declared a quorum.

Present: James Greer; Daphne LaRock; Sharon Nelson; Traci Willoughby; Dan Wilkins; Rayford Copelin, Deputy Superintendent; Tammy Lemoine, Assistant Superintendent Curriculum and Instruction; Betty McDaniel, Director of Finance and James Hockenberry, Superintendent

Absent: John Henry Holloway and Stephen Shires

Visitors: Heather Brink, Southwest Foodservice Excellence; Tracy Broadway, Center Broadcasting; J.B. Raymond and Ashley Tompkins, Light and Champion

2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

Dan Wilkins gave the invocation and Traci Willoughby led the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. Consideration and Approval to Accept Proposal to Relocate School District Transportation Facility and Operations Center

Administration received one bid from J&J Raymond Leasing, LLC pertaining to the relocation of the school district’s transportation facility and operations center.

A motion was made by Sharon Nelson, seconded by Traci Willoughby to approve the proposal submitted by J&J Raymond Leasing, LLC for lease of facilities and real property pending the school district’s legal counsel review and revisions and the satisfaction of any addition requirements of local governments.

The motion carried 5-0.

4. Consideration and Approval to Immediately Implement Senate Bill 149

A motion was made by Traci Willoughby, seconded by Daphne LaRock to approve to immediately implement Senate Bill 149.

The motion carried 5-0.

5. Update on Facilities Projects

Administration has made a lot of progress with regard to the facilities projects. Administration has met with and continues to have conversations with the architect and engineer as well as gathering information relative to middle school gym, high school field house, stadium field house, middle school field house and weight room, intermediate school gym and the property in and around the tennis courts. The bleachers and scoreboards have been ordered. Dr. Hockenberry indicated that it will be early to mid-July 2015 before all the details of the proposed projects will be known and brought before the Board for a decision. Dr. Hockenberry will provide the Board with facilities updates at every Board meeting for the next many months.

6. Closed Session

James Greer called for a closed session at 12:19 p.m. under Texas Government Code §551.071, §551.074 and §551.129 for consideration of employment of contracted personnel, resignation/retirement and extended emergency sick leave.

7. Open Session

The Board returned into open session at 12:32 p.m. No action was taken in closed session.

7.1 District Employees and Officers: Texas Government Code §551.071, §551.074 and §551.129

7.1.1 A motion was made by Traci Willoughby, seconded by Sharon Nelson to approve the employment of contracted personnel as recommended by Superintendent Hockenberry.

Rachel Cherry, Teacher – Center Elementary School

Lori Corbello, English Teacher – Center High School

Kamille Hisel, Teacher – Center Elementary School

The motion carried 5-0.

7.1.2 A motion was made by Sharon Nelson, seconded by Daphne LaRock accept the resignations/retirements as recommended by Superintendent Hockenberry.

Mary Paxton, Cafeteria CMS, retirement

Sheila Haddox, CMS Teacher, resignation

Olinda Hale, CES Teacher, resignation

Karlie McQueen, CHS Teacher, resignation

Davanna Sanders, CMS Teacher, resignation

Renee Verdine, CMS Teacher, resignation

Tammy Wall, CMS Sp Education Teacher, resignation

Kristen Ruby Woodward, CHS Teacher, resignation

The motion carried 5-0.

7.1.3 There were no extended emergency sick leaves to be considered by the Board.

10. Adjournment

A motion was made by Dan Wilkins, seconded by Sharon Nelson to adjourn the meeting at 12:35 p.m.

The motion carried 5-0.

San Augustine County Commissioners' Court to hold special meeting Monday morning (agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sandy Jenkins, San Augustine County Judge administrative assista

It's official...City of Huxley rescinds Boil Water Notice

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Gerald Huddleston, City of Huxley director of city operations

Testing has been completed and the Boil Water Notice for Possum Trot, Oakdale and New Harmony areas has been lifted.

It is no longer necessary to boil the water prior to consumption.

PANOLA COLLEGE ANNOUNCES DEANâ€™S LIST

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Donna Yates

Panola College is proud to announce the names of those students named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2015 semester. To qualify a student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours with a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.79. Only courses applying toward an associate degree or certificate are included in the computation.

ARKANSAS

LITTLE ROCK-

TYLER CORNWELL

LOUSIANNA

HAUGHTON-

CINDY

LOYD

KEITHVILLE-

PATRICIA	MABERRY
SPENCER	ROLLAND
MARY	SANDERS

RODESSA-

LADONNA

SEVERIN

NEW MEXICO

MESILLA PARK-

LEIYONA

YOUNG

TEXAS

ALBA-

MICHAELA

MOFFETT

BECKVILLE-

MEAGEN

TILLMAN

BULLARD-

JOBUCK

SILER

CARTHAGE-

JACOB	ALDANA
SHELBY	ALLEN
RANZY	ARMSTRONG
BRAULIO	BARRON
MADISON	BROWN
SIERRA	COLLINS
REBEKAH	CORLEY
SUMMER	CROLEY
HUNTER	DODD
ANA	GUERRERO ROD
BAILEY	HAECKER
KENDRICK	HENDERSON
SHAWN	HORN
DAVID	JOHNSON
RAVEN	MATHENY
BRETT	MAY
LAUREN	MILLER
STEPHANIE	PAGE
BROOKLYN	PEACE
LOGAN	SPEAR

CENTER –

JANUARY	ARNOLD
KALISHIA	CALHOUN
JAYTON	CASSELL
NAKRISTIANNA	CRAWFORD
ETHAN	GURLEY
JAXON	LUCAS
JOEL	PALLARES
MALLORY	SNIDER

CIBOLO-

SHELBY

WATERS

DEBERRY-

NATASHA	GREKULAK
CHAKERA	HOLCOMB

GARY-

CAMERON	COLIGAN
KAREN	MARTIN
TREVOR	THOMPSON

GILMER-

NICKOLAS

MOSES

HARLETON-

CASEY	MORRIS
DUSTIN	TOWNSEND

HENDERSON-

ALAINA	CHRISTIAN
ASHLEY	CHRISTIAN
LATONYA	DIXON
JORDAN	GILLESPIE
ROGELIO	GONZALEZ
EMILY	ORTIZ
KATY	PHIPPS
AESHA	STRONG

HILLSBORO-

KYREE

WILLIAMS

JACKSONVILLE-

MCCARTNEY

RYAN

JEFFERSON-

TAMMIE	FORD
ALICISA	PERKINS

LONGBRANCH-

CAITLIN	ELLIOTT
MACIE	INNERARITY
VICTORIA	YULE

LONGVIEW-

BREMMEN	DERRY
STEPHEN	HAM
SHAUNNIA	OLIVER

MARSHALL-

URSULA	BETANCOURT
JAYME	COLE
STEPHANIE	EMERSON
HALEY	HARRIS
ZACHARY	HARRISON
SHENE	JOHNSON
KARA	WILCOX

MOUNT ENTERPRISE

LAURA	FRYMAN
APRIL	VESSELS

NACOGDOCHES-

STEVEN	EMMERLING
JAYLON	THORN

RIO VISTA-

CHRISTOPHER	HENSLEE
JASON	HENSLEE

SAN AUGUSTINE-

JESSICA	DAVIS
JORDON	LEMLEY
JOHN	STRACENER

SANGER-

Julieh Clark

SHELBYVILLE-

LEWIS

DALES

SILSBEE-

JORDAN

GORE

TENAHA-

TAYLOR	FLOURNOY
BRADY	TOVAR
EMILY	WARD

TIMPSON-

RYAN	BATTLES
CHRISTIN	LINDGREN
MONICA	MONTOYA

WASKOM-

BAILEY

ALLWHITE

WELLS-

VICTORIA

YOUNG

WHITE OAK-

CLAYTON

OWENS

WOODWAY-

ERICA

LARSEN

PANOLA COLLEGE ANNOUNCES PRESIDENTâ€™S LIST

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Donna Yates

Panola College is proud to announce the names of those students named to the President’s List for the spring 2015 semester. To qualify a student must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours with a grade point average between 3.8 and 4.0. Only courses applying toward an associate degree or certificate are included in the computation.

CALIFORNIA

HUNTINGTON BEACH-

Hunter Stevens

LOUISIANA

LOGANSPORT-

Hunter Bagley

MANY-

Derek Mong

Nicholas Pearson

TEXAS

BECKVILLE-

MATTHEW	LETOURNEAU
REBECCA	LOREDO

CARTHAGE-

CHRISTOPHER	BARNES
MANUEL	CAMPA
MARY	CHANCE
SAMANTHA	COLLE
TRENTON	CROOKS
KENZE	CURRY
CHRISTINA	DAVIS
CHRISTY	EDDINS
KELWIN	EDWARDS
BAYLEE	GRIFFITH
CHRISTOPHER	HALL
COBY	HAMMONS
MARAH	JONES
MALLORY	NICHOLS
JEFFRY	ONEY
KELCIE	ONEY
MICHAEL	PACE
ISSA	SHOGUNLE
MUSA	SHOGUNLE
AMANDA	SPENCER
LAUREN	THOMPSON
AMBER	WEATHERFORD

CENTER-

CHRISSY	BARRINO
BRANDIE	BENEDETTI
LUKE	BURNS
LILIANA	CASTANEDA
KURSTIN	DOCKENS
KEVIN	FENTON
OSIEL	GARCIA
JAMES	HAGLER
BRANDON	HOLT
TAYLOR	HUDSPETH
TAMMY	JOHNSON
LAURA	LINDSEY
AARON	MORALES
KHRYSTANE	PATTON
MATTHEW	REYNOLDS
KAYCEE	RICKETSON
ASHLEY	WRIGHT

CIBOLO-

CHANTEL WOODARD

CORSICANA-

Cayman Hawk

DEBERRY-

WILLIAM	MCCLURE
TAUNYA	VANCE

DIANA-

Julie Phillips

EUSTANCE-

Katherine Baze

GARRISON-

RIALIE

TAYLOR

GARY-

ALICIA	AYERS
GREGORY	MURDOCK
RONNA	PHILLIPS
REBECCA	STRONG

HENDERSON-

SARAHI

CONTRERAS

HILLSBORO-

MCKENSIE PIAR

HOUSTON-

KIARA	FREEMAN
ERICKA	MCBURNEY

HUGHES SPRING-

TRENTON

SHELTON

JEFFERSON-

ANNA

CRUMBIE

JOAQUIN-

KYLE	CHAMBLISS
ANGEL	EBEY
SAMANTHA	WHITAKER

LINDEN-

ANNE	BUONGIORNE

LONGVIEW-

SHANNON

PRUETT

MARSHALL-

HANNAH	ANDERS
CHELSEA	JOHNSON
JESSICA	LONG
JENNIFER	OLVERA
SHARNICE	RUSK
STEVEN	YATES

MISSOURI CITY-

VICTORIA

VALDEZ

MOUNT ENTERPRISE-

TAYLOR

JIMMERSON

NACOGDOCHES-

MARY

HURST

SAN AUGUSTINE-

ALEJANDRA

REYES-FARIAS

SCOTTSVILLE-

Makenzie Buckner

SHELBYVILLE-

STACEY	CASEY
MICHAEL	ELLIOTT
PRECIOUS	GILLASPIE
TIFFANEE	VAUGHN

TALCO-

JONATHAN

MOORE

TENAHA-

EFRAIN	HERNANDEZ
JOSHUA	HICKMAN
PAUL	TINDOL

TIMPSON-

MARGO	HOOPER
ISAIAH	MOLLOY
TAYLOR	MORRIS

TROUP-

Ryan Cheatham

WASKOM-

Danny Aguayo

Weather Update @ 8: 15 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

The twins, the dry lines that joined late yesterday were separated and went there own ways. The north hammered Dallas and Ft Worth again yesterday. Houston got its share and today....the dry line to the south is headed our way...we will likely get some rain...how much....only mother nature knows what she has planned. stay tuned to your favorite weather source and be prepared to take appropriate action. Saturday and Sunday is still slated to provide us rain....then....next weeks rain chances are low with lots more sun.
Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

CHS Athletic 'Banquet of Champions' award winners

Posted About Nine Years Ago

On Tuesday, May 26th, the Center High School Athletic Department celebrated
its athletes with a Banquet of Champions at the John D. Windham Civic
Center. Each sport recognized its team members and gave individual awards
for the excellence achieved during the 2014-15 seasons.

Awards given were:

*FOOTBALL*

Offensive MVP – DaCorey McGee

Defensive MVP – Sayoddrick Barnes

Team MVP – Octavius Evans

*BOYS BASKETBALL*

Offensive MVP – Jaterious Evans

Defensive MVP – Kyle Parks

Team MVP – Octavius Evans

*Boys Baseball: Awards will be released at a later time*

*BOYS POWERLIFTING*

Outstanding Lifter Heavy Platform – Witt Dockens

Outstanding Lifter Light Platform – JaCarlos Hall

Team MVP – DeVincent Hoyt

*GOLF*

Boys MVP – Beau Byrnes

Girls MVP – Madison Agnew

*BOYS SOCCER*

Offensive MVP – Isidro Lopez

Defensive MVP – Brandon Almazan

Team MVP – Marcos Lopez

*BOYS TRACK*

Outstanding Thrower – LaMarcus Goodwin

Outstanding Runner – Sayoddrick Barnes

MVP – Arnol Escobedo

*GIRLS TRACK*

Outstanding Runner – Bre Hightower

Outstanding Thrower – Rachel Andrews

MVP – Zara Sloan

*TENNIS*

Boys/MVP – Adam Reeves, Alec Lucas

Girls/MVP – Julie Garcia, Malory Nehring

*CROSS COUNTRY*

Boys/MVP – Arnol Escobedo

Girls/MVP – Illiana Rojas

*GIRLS BASKETBALL*

Offensive MVP – Taylor Nichols

Defensive MVP – Tynequa McGee

Team MVP – Cheyenne Woodard

*VOLLEYBALL*

Offensive MVP – Riley Mitchell

Defensive MVP – Katesia Evans

Team MVP – Cheyenne Woodard

*GIRLS SOCCER*

Offensive MVP – Dulce Gonzalez, Mari Cruz Gonzalez

Defensive MVP – Erika Figueroa

Team MVP – Diana Espino

*SOFTBALL*

Offensive MVP – MeKayla Hubbard

Defensive MVP – Bailee Hendricks

Team MVP – Taylor Nichols

*GIRLS POWERLIFTING*

Outstanding Lifter Heavy Platform – Dee Mendoza

Outstanding Lifter Light Platform – Rylee Hudspeth

Team MVP – Rachel Andrews

*ACADEMIC ATHLETE AWARD*

Girl – Malory Nehring

Boy – Adam Reeves

*FIGHTING HEART AWARD*

Girl – Bre Hightower

Boy – Julian Jimenez & Arnol Escobedo

*LADY RIDER AWARD*

Cheyenne Woodard

*RIDER AWARD*

Armando Escobedo

DaCorey McGee

*R.E. MALONE AWARD*

GIRL – RYLEE HUDSPETH

BOY – ADAM REEVES & JOSH BURNS

It's Friday!!! There's rain all over forecast

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 86. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 69. South wind around 5 mph.

Saturday: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 85.Southeast wind at 5 mph.

Saturday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 82.

Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 66.

Monday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83.

Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 64.

Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of rain, high 85.

Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68.

Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 85.

Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69.

Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87.

Local Sports Round Up 05/29/15; Riders down 0-1 in region semi-final series, Game 2 @ 1 p.m. Saturday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Baseball Roughriders dug a hole early and could never recover as they lose Game 1 of their Class 4A regional semi-final series to Huffman-Hargrave, 3-1 at Lamar University in Beaumont last night.

The Riders are facing elimination Saturday, with Game 2 set for 1 p.m. back in Beaumont.

With Dalton Horton getting his first start of the playoffs, the southpaw fell behind 3-0 as the Hawks used an error, base-on-balls and four hits to get the lead.

Center’s only run came in the fifth, and were able to get a runner to third the following inning.

Game 3 would be played 30 minutes immediately after the conclusion of Game 2.

Center (24-4-1) vs. Huffman-Hargrave (24-4)

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: Center 1, Huffman-Hargrave 3

Game 2: 1 p.m. Saturday, (May 30), Beaumont, Lamar University

Game 3: follows Game 2 if necessary

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call. A reminder, you can also listen to the broadcast via our website at cbc-radio.com or download the free Tune-In radio app for your I-phone or Android device and type in KQBB.

Meanwhile, Carthage got its sixth consecutive playoff shutout as they downed West Orange-Stark, 9-0 in Game 1 of their Class 4A regional semifinal playoff series at Driller Park in Kilgore last night.

The Bulldogs go for the sweep with Game 2 at McNeese State’s Cowboy Diamond in Lake Charles at 3 p.m. Saturday.

Carthage vs. West Orange-Stark

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: Carthage 9, West Orange-Stark 0

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30), McNeese State, Lake Charles

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

The winner of the Center/Huffman-Hargrave series will meet the Carthage/West Orange-Stark winner for the Region III Championship and a trip to the state tournament on the line.

CLASS 2A REGION III

Harleton vs. West Sabine

(Best-of-three series)

At Gary HS

Game 1: Harleton 11, West Sabine 3

Game 2: 6 p.m. Friday (May 29)

Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 30), if necessary

Beckville vs. Union Grove

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

Game 1: Beckville 18, Union Grove 2

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Girls’ softball region final

CLASS 2A REGION III

Harleton 12, Cayuga 0 (Harleton advances to state tourney)

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/28/15--05/29/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Arrest Report

5/28/15—5/29/15

Shelby County:

Javier Gonzalez, 23, Center, Two Charges-Possession of a Controlled Substance, Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While License Suspended & Possession of Marijuana

Seabrenia Higginbotham, 41, San Augustine, Driving While Intoxicated-3rd of More

San Augustine County:

Dwight E. Martin, 27, Louisiana, Orange County Warrant-Not Support

Kinshana Cartwright, 36, Shelbyville, Assault-Family Violence Causing Bodily Injury, Interfere with Public Duties of a Peace Officer, Resisting Arrest/Search or Transport

Rafe Pharris, 54, Broaddus, Assault & Assault Impairing Breathing

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Class of 2015 grads to receive diplomas this evening

Posted About Nine Years Ago

A busy day for high school graduation in Shelby County as Center, Shelbyville, Joaquin & Timpson graduates will walk their respective stages tonight.

Center High grads will receive their diplomas @ 8 p.m. at Roughrider Stadium. Just in case of rain, Center ISD officials say tonight’s graduation will be moved to Roughrider Gym.

Shelbyville will have ceremonies at 7 p.m. in the Gym/Band Hall; Joaquin @ 8 p.m.; and Timpson @ 8 p.m. in the High School Gym.

Tenaha graduates received their diplomas Thursday evening.

Garrison High School graduation is 8 p.m. Saturday and San Augustine High School graduation is June 5 @ 8 p.m. at Wolfpack Stadium.

Shelby County DU's annual Green Wing event to be held June 6

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Coming up a week from tomorrow, on Saturday, June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Chapter will have its 22nd annual Green Wing event.

Committeeman Clint Tanner says DU's youth group is a great way to pass along the mission of Ducks Unlimited to the next generation.

Tanner says there'll be prizes for all kids, as well as Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens on hand to provide hunter safety tips, a gun safety demonstration from Collin Matthews, as well as the Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers. He adds Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers has a dog demonstration, plus other events, including a free hot dog meal.

Tanner notes Green Wing began two decades ago as a way for kids to enjoy the outdoors, and has led to leadership roles of the local DU chapter.

The Shelby County DU Green Wing event is for all kids' up to 17 years. Registration fee is $15, and starts at 9:30 a.m. next Saturday, June 6 at Weldon Boles' property, off Hwy. 96 south, down Old City Lake Road, 245 County Road 1006 outside Center. Tanner reminds kids to bring their fishing pole.

For more, contact Clint Tanner at 332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 332-6420.

Funeral Notices: 05/29/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces a memorial service for 64-year old John Patrick Dominy of Center, formerly of Houston. He passed away Wednesday at his residence. Memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Among John Patrick Dominy's survivors is his wife, Ivy Ray Dominy of Center; daughters, Jennifer & Matt Beattie of LaPorte and Jill & Chirs Willey of Pearland; brother, Marvin Dominy of Pearland; and sisters, Cora Sue Mach of Houston and Cheri Chevalier of Hallettsville.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces service for 95-year old Mr. David Fitzgerald. He passed away Wednesday in Lufkin. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. this evening at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. Service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, San Augustine County, with burial at Shiloh Cemetery. He was an electronics repairman & beekeeper. Among David Fitzgerald’s survivors is his wife, Nancy Pauline Fitzgerald of San Augustine; son, Doug & Peggy Fitzgerald of San Augustine; brothers-in-law, Derrell & Sandy Bennett of San Augustine, Ferrell Bennett of Center and Weldon & Julie Bennett of Bronson.

Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces service for 80-year old Roy Lee Paige of Timpson. Lay-in-state will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday at Wallace Chapel Baptist Church in Timpson with service to follow. No wake is planned. Interment will be at Smyrna Cemetery in Timpson.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces service for 43-year old Miss Rebecca Johnson of Center. Service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church in Center, with interment at Brittian Creek Cemetery in East Hamilton. Among Rebecca Johnson’s survivors is her mother, Iva Nell Johnson of Shelbyville; a very special friend, Anderson Polley, Jr. of Center; sons, Chris & Heather Johnson of Ft. Worth and DeCarl & Monique Johnson of Nacogdoches; brothers, Jarvis Johnson, Jr. of Center, Jeffery Johnson of Mexico and Andy & Takita Johnson of Shelbyville; and sisters, Stephanie Johnson of Center, Sandra Johnson of Nacogdoches and Debra Johnson of Center.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending service for 70-year old Henry Eaden of Tenaha.

Garner & Son Mortuary of San Augustine announces service for 96-year old Vera Lee Jones Bluford of San Augustine. Service will be at 1 p.m. today at Reed Chapel Baptist Church, with interment at Thompson Cemetery. Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. this morning at Garner & Son Chapel and from 11:50 a.m. until service at Reed Chapel.

Garner & Son Mortuary announces service for 43-year old Ms. Demetra Teel of Houston. Service will be at 12 noon Saturday County Line Baptist Church, with interment at County Line Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Saturday at Garner & Son and from 11 a.m. to service time at County Line Baptist Church.

Timpson Frontier Days Pony Express schedule announced

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Paul Smith, Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce president

(Note: A tradition of the annual Timpson Frontier Days is delivery of invitation to neighboring towns via horseback)

Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce announces Pony Express information.

Timpson Frontier Days July 2nd - 5th 2015

Timpson Frontier Days Pony Express schedule

Monday June 8th

10:30 am Mount Enterprise, Texas at City Hall

11:00 am Garrison, Texas in front of Commercial Bank

11:45 am Joaquin, Texas City Hall

1:30 pm Center, Texas on the Court House lawn

Tuesday June 9th

10:00 am Timpson, Texas at the gazebo in Downtown Plaza

10:30 am Tenaha, Texas at City Hall

11:00 am Gary, Texas at City Hall

11:30 am Carthage, Texas at the Country Music Hall of Fame

Everyone is invited to join in at one location or all. Cowboy attire is
certainly not required but will make for good photos; and if you are so
inclined, feel free to bring a horse and be a part of the Timpson Pony
Express.

Hope everyone comes and joins the fun.

Texas Blueberry Festival to feature FREE "Blueberry Bluegrass Concert in the Park" Friday night, June 12

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The 2015 Texas Blueberry Festival gets an early start with a FREE Friday night concert, the Blueberry Bluegrass Concert in the Park from 5 to 10 p.m. June 12 at Banita Creek Park North.

Rex Perry Autoplex is sponsoring the family-friendly event that will feature five musical acts: The Steve Hartz Family Band, The Coursey Family Band, The Blake Brothers Bluegrass Band, Bottom Dollar String Band and Catahoula Drive.

The concert starts at 5 p.m. with local act, the Steve Hartz Family Band, with Old Time String Shop proprietor Steve Hartz, his wife Sheryl and their daughter Sidney Rose.

The Coursey Family Band, a three-generation band from North Texas that features a 13-year old.

Blake Brother Bluegrass Band, a high-energy bluegrass group from Shreveport, Louisiana, performs at 7 p.m.

The Bottom Dollar String Band, a contemporary bluegrass band from Austin, performs at 8 p.m.

The headliner, Cataholoua Drive, takes the stage at 9 p.m. This Pineville, La. four-piece is looking to the future of Bluegrass music while keeping true to tradition and was a finalist in the 2014 Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of American Band Contest.

First Baptist Nacogdoches, Texas is partnering with the concert organizers to provide convenient and accessible parking for the event.

The concert will also feature food vendors and lots of water and organizers encourage music fans to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the wide-open spaces in the park. The event is family-friendly so no coolers or alcohol will be allowed in the park.

Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce organizers are excited about growing the Blueberry Bluegrass Concert in the Park into an annual event and are grateful for the enthusiastic partners that make the concert possible, especially the City of Nacogdoches- City Government, First Baptist Church and of course our generous sponsor, Rex Perry Autoplex.

The Texas Blueberry Festival presented by Brookshire Brothers continues Saturday with a full day of activities in downtown Nacogdoches, including a blueberry pancake breakfast, competitions and more live entertainment. For more information, visit tbf.nacogdoches.org or call 936-560-5533.

Funeral Notice: Mr. David L. Fitzgerald

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Mr. David L. Fitzgerald, age 95, of San Augustine, Texas died in Lufkin, Texas on May 27, 2015. He was born in San Augustine County on September 12, 1919, to the late William Freeman Fitzgerald and Martha Agnes (Pate) Fitzgerald.

Mr. Fitzgerald lived in San Augustine (the Denning Community) all his life. On December 16, 1948, he married Nancy Pauline Bennett, celebrating 66 years of marriage in 2014. He began repairing lawnmowers and then radios and televisions, turning the lawnmower business over to his son Doug. He was also a local beekeeper, supplying honey to many in the area.

Mr. Fitzgerald is survived by his wife, Nancy Fitzgerald of San Augustine; son and daughter-in-law,Doug and Peggy Fitzgerald of San Augustine; granddaughter, Kayla Fitzgerald of San Augustine; brothers-in-law, Derrell and wife Sandy of San Augustine, Ferrell Bennett of Center, Texas, Weldon and wife Julie Bennett of Bronson, Texas; along with numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Martha Fitzgerald; brother, Maston Fitzgerald; sisters, Artie Worry and Lucette Stotts.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 30, 2015, 2:00 p.m. at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Mike Belgarde officiating. Visitation will be Friday, May 29, 2015, 5 til 8 p.m., at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Shiloh Cemetery, in the Denning Community.

Pallbearers are Ed Boring, Ben Blount, Odus Gautney III, Tommy Hogan, Chris Hogan and Charles Morton.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, San Augustine, wymanrobertsfuneralhome.com

Graveside Service Notice: Walter Ralph Bosman, Jr.

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Walter Ralph Bosman, Jr. 59, of Humble, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2015 at Memorial Herman Hospital in Houston.

Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday starting at 12 noon until 1:30 p.m.at Mangum Funeral Home.

He was born May 3, 1956 in Houston, Texas to Walter Ralph Bosman, Sr. and Maycel ImoJean (Taylor) Bosman. He worked for Briggs Equipment in Houston for many years.

He is preceded in death by Mother, Maycel ImoJean Bosman, Father, Walter R. Bosman, Sr. & Brother, Gary Bosman.

He is survived by:

Wife:

Lynnette Stoll Bosman of Houston

Children:

Christie Behrens of Cypress

Walter R. Bosman, III & wife, Alyssa of Katy

Granddaughter:

Meagan Behrens

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

Center ISD Trustees move forward with acquiring site on Loop 500 for new transportation facility

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Within a couple of weeks the Center ISD could have a new location for the district’s transportation facility and operations center. Trustees gave approval to a proposal that would move the bus barn to a location owned by J.B. Raymond on Loop 500 between Hwy. 87 and 7 East during a special called meeting Thursday.

Superintendent Dr. James Hockenberry said the district looked into possible renovation of the current facility on one acre on Hwy. 87 north, but said it was more feasible to move forward with acquiring the 4.5 acre site that already has a large metal building and office.

Hockenberry cited economic feasibility, space and the long-term agreement Raymond had proposed.

Following a review of the lease agreement by counsel, Hockenberry said the district plans to move forward with moving the transportation facility as soon as possible.

He said the lease terms were 20-years at $5,000 monthly, plus would be rent free until Jan. 2016.

Hockenberry also gave the board an update on facilities’ projects focused on the Malone Drive campuses. Trustees approved moving forward with no more than $3 million in improvements two weeks ago. He said the positive outcomes fit into a much larger plan for the district.

Hockenberry and Deputy Superintendent Rayford Copelin advised it could be early to mid-July before renovation work would begin on the middle and intermediate school campuses, including gyms and locker rooms.

They both stressed no work or materials would be OKed without the consent of the board.

Annual Texas Blueberry Festival in Nacogdoches to feature 30+ live entertainment acts June 13

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Kelly Daniel, Nacogdoches County Chamber membership & marketing

NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS -The 26th Annual Texas Blueberry Festival presented by
Brookshire Brothers will put about 30-plus live entertainment acts on several stages throughout downtown Nacogdoches. The festival is 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 13.

"The music festival within the Texas Blueberry Festival offers an eclectic mix of free entertainment including classic rock, Texas country and blues and acoustic folk guitar," said Crystal Capps, festival entertainment coordinator. "Plus, folks are able to enjoy other types of live performances such as dance, martial arts and gymnastics."

The Main Street Stage is at the east end of the festival boundaries, in the city parking lot at the Main St. and Mound St. intersection. If you wander south of downtown - down the hill - you will find the Festival Park Fredonia Rotary Stage. The Plaza Principal Stage is the stage behind the Visitor Center in the heart of the festival near the Pilar St. and Pecan St. intersection.

"Artists performing at the Texas Blueberry Festival will have CDs for sale near each stage," said Jaclyn Partin, festival entertainment coordinator. "All acts are subject to change, so check the Entertainment page of the TexasBlueberryFestival.com site for updates and more information for all festival events."

Find an indoor stage in the Commercial Bank of Texas lobby with Cowboy Max comedy performances at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. and Cookin' Up the Blues cooking demonstrations at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

The Texas Blueberry Festival is produced by the Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce.

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*Stage Schedules:*

*Texas Blueberry Festival presented by Brookshire Brothers*

Schedules as of May 28. All entertainment acts subject to change.

*Plaza Principal Stage*

(near intersection of Pilar St. and Pecan St.)

*Time Slot*

*Group*

*Genre*

8-8:30

Rhythm Rocker Cloggers

Dance

8:30-9:30

Distant Relativez

Jazz/Motown

9:30-9:40

MC

9:40-10:40

Ally Fuller

10:40-11

Little Miss Blueberry presentation

11-11:45

Stacey Cohorst & Hannah Cortinas

American

11:45-12:45

Stephen Castillo

12:45-1:45

Justin Ikpo

1:45-2

Blueberry Winners

2-2:05

MC

2:05-3

Allstars

Bluegrass

3-4:00

OheMGee

Dance

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*Main Street Stage*

(East end of Main St. near Mound St.)

*Time Slot*

*Group*

*Genre*

8-9:00

Zumba

Dance

9:00-10

Kevin Woodall

Christian/Country

10-11:00

The Never Brothers

Classic Rock

11-12:00

Sam Shupak

Country

12-1:00

Michael Carubelli Band

1-2:00

Uncommon Objects

2-3:00

Darcy

3-4:00

McGrath Project

Blues/Rock & Roll

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*Festival Park – Fredonia Rotary Stage*

(South of downtown brick streets and Banita Creek)

*Time Slot*

*Group*

*Genre*

8-9:00

Boys & Girls Club Gymnastics

9:00-9:30

Kate Kovar

9:30-10:30

Jenna McDaniel

country

10:30-11:15

Martial Arts

martial arts

11:15-12:15

Brandon Pierce

Christian

12:15-1:15

Cindy Greyson

Folk

1:15-2:15

Rueben Solly

Rock

2:15-3:00

All Nighter

Acoustic

3-4:00

Martial Arts

martial arts

My Five Cents...A weekly column from Sen. Robert Nichols

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sen. Robert Nichols

As I write this, we are in the last few days of the Session. Like the state, which has been affected by torrential downpours and floods, the Legislature is working to hold back a flood of bills as we try to beat the deadline. The next time you hear from me the 84th Legislative Session will have adjourned for Sine Die, meaning we have adjourned without setting a date for the next time we will meet, on June 1st.

Here are five things that happened this week at your Texas Capitol:

1. Proposed Tax Cuts

Over the past few weeks, the Senate and House have worked on a tax cut agreement for the state. Recently, they reached a compromise on components of a $3.8 billion tax cut package which includes a mix of business and property tax reductions. The Senate has approved House Bill 32 which would cut the business franchise tax by 25 percent. The House approved Senate Bill 1, which would increase the state homestead exemption on school property taxes from $15,000 to $25,000. Both bills must go back to their original chambers to finalize the compromises. If approved by both chambers, Senate Bill 1 will be sent to the voters in November 2015.

2. Fireworks

While earning my bachelor's degree from Lamar University, I worked my way through school by setting up stands and selling fireworks. To this day I still love fireworks. I was thrilled to be asked by Rep. James White to sponsor and pass House Bill 1150 in the Senate, which would expand the times of year when fireworks may be sold to the public.

House Bill 1150 would authorize the commissioners court of a county to allow vendors to sell fireworks in that county on and before Texas Independence Day, San Jacinto Day and Memorial Day. This would be in addition to Cinco de Mayo, the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve. Texans will now be able to celebrate our important state holidays with a bang.

3. Teacher Retirement System

At the beginning of this legislative session, the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) estimated that its health insurance program, TRS-Care, would run out of money during the 2016 fiscal year with a $768 million shortfall by 2017. To prevent TRS from having to raise the premiums of more than 230,000 retirees or cutting their benefits to cover this shortfall, the Legislature has allocated funding within the state's supplemental budget to ensure that neither of those things happen.

To better safeguard the program, the Senate has approved House Bill 2974, by Senator Huffman, which would create a joint interim committee made up of members from the House and Senate to develop a strategy for the two healthcare plans, TRS-Care and TRS-ActiveCare, which are administered by TRS. The committee will examine the financial soundness of both plans, the cost and affordability for eligible persons and access to physicians and health care providers.

4. Remember the Alamo

Almost nothing is more symbolic to Texas than the Alamo. It stands as a reminder of the famous Texas Revolution battle where 180 defenders died and the famous battle cry "Remember the Alamo'. From its thousands of visitors each year to numerous movies honoring its history, the Alamo is a Texas treasure.

A few months ago, a study was released showing the west side of the Alamo had lost nearly three inches of limestone over a 55-year period. Because of these needed repairs and the lack of a location for the collection of Texas memorabilia donated by Phil Collins last year, the Legislature has appropriated approximately $25 million to preserve and restore the landmark. With this funding, the Alamo will continue to stand for generations to come.

5. Celebrating 'The Duke'

This week, in honor of his 108th birthday, I had the privilege of sponsoring a Senate Resolution designating May 26, 2015 as John Wayne Day in Texas and, for the first time, the legendary actor was named an Honorary Texan. I also welcomed his children Ethan, Patrick and Marisa Wayne, as well as his granddaughters Carmela Wayne and Anita Swift to the Senate floor.

John Wayne was the star of many famous movies such as True Grit, Big Jake, McClintock and The Green Berets. He personified the classical cowboy by combining someone who was rough-edged, yet generous and endured courage. Through his acting, he remains a cultural icon and his films continue to appeal to new generations.

Timpson's Frontier Days' celebration set for July 2-4

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Paul Smith, Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce, president

The Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce their upcoming
2015 Frontier Days event July 2-4.

We're excited because this year has brought forth the largest listing of planned events, possibly in the history of Frontier Days. Our three day event kicks off with the Gospel Singing on Thursday evening and ends with the Community Wide Church Service on Sunday evening.

This year, Frontier Days has carnival rides, midway, arts and crafts and food booths available for all three days. Musical entertainment starts Friday evening with performances by the talented Curtis Daniel and Dale Cummings.

Saturday's events include the Frontier Days Parade, Pet Show, Car Show and Gunfight re-enactments throughout the afternoon. An entertaining clown will be out and about, who can make any balloon animal your child could possibly ask for, and perform magic shows. Saturday evening's main entertainment will start off with Curtis Daniel singing country music that you can "scoot your boots to" on the downtown streets, right after the twirlers and cheerleaders
perform.

Then, position yourself, there on the street, and get ready to watch a laser light show that rivals larger towns like Houston and Dallas. And of course, you will not want to miss the largest Cake Auction in Texas, held just before the Laser Light Show on Saturday. This year, we will finish up the evening, by kicking off the largest street dance ever, with music by the Charlie Robinson Band.

Entertainment is free, with the exception of carnival rides, the food booths and what you may spend in the Arts and Crafts section. You can help us pay for this year's Frontier Days events, by bidding on and purchasing a cake, during our cake auction or helping with a donation or a sponsorship.

For more information and exact times on Frontier Days events, stay tuned to your local radio stations and watch your local newspaper listings. Posters will also be prominently displayed in businesses around town.

Hope everyone comes and joins the fun.

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/28/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 28, 2015-Early Release 11:30 am; End of 6th Grading Period; Graduation;
Project Graduation

May 29, 2015-Teacher In-Service/Student Holiday

Community

Tenaha Youth Center

Open Saturday's 5-9 pm for Grades 7-12

Open Tuesday's 5-5:30 for grades K-3 Summer Reading Program.

Notice:

The Tenaha ISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for
all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or
disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal
service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:

Tenaha ISD Cafeteria

138 College Street

Tenaha TX 75661

June 1st, 2015-June 30th, 2015

Monday thru Thursday Starting June 2nd, 2015

Breakfast- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch- 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

Weather Update @ 10:45 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

The good news is that the jet stream has moved more to the north so we will begin our Summer like pattern of widely scattered and isolated T-storms mainly in the late afternoon and evening hours.

Our highs will return to more normal temperatures...upper 80's and 90's.

The Red River watershed is near record flooding at the 36 foot level. Major flooding is a concern as the crest will not take place before next week and any additional rain will only compound the issue and cause more major flooding downstream from the Texoma lake area where the spillways have been opened to reduce the lake level.

This should be our view for the next day or so with lots of sun today and tomorrow before the clouds return. By Sunday evening, we could see more than an inch of additional rain.
Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

First Responders Appreciation Lunch slated for June 5

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Leigh Porterfield, Shelby County Chamber of Commerce

Center Independent School District and the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors will hold an Appreciation Lunch for First Responders throughout Shelby County on Friday, June 5 between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at the John D. Windham Civic Center.

Public servants and peace officers carry a responsibility for maintaining order, enforcing the law and protecting the lives and property of our citizens. Often, service involves personal sacrifices and even personal danger. The appreciation lunch recognizes the contribution law enforcement makes to the community.

Sponsoring the event are Specter, Inc., Portacool and McAdams Propane.

Memorial Service: John Patrick Dominy

Posted About Nine Years Ago

John Patrick Dominy, 64, of Center, formerly of Houston, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at his residence.

Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Mr. Dominy was born November 8, 1950 in Houston to Marvin Dominy and Margaret Powers Dominy. He served in the United States National Guard and was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church in Houston. Mr. Dominy was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan.

He is survived by

Wife: Ivy Ray Dominy of Center

Daughters:

Jennifer Beattie and husband, Matt, of LaPorte

Jill Willey and husband, Chris, of Pearland

Grandchildren:

Nathan

Brianna

Noah

Brother: Marvin Dominy of Pearland

Sisters:

Cora Sue Mach of Houston

Cheri Chevalier of Hallettsville

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Weather Update @ 8:30 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

How about yesterday's weather...nice change huh? Looks like we may get another repeat today with less sun and a few more clouds...still just as humid once the fog burns off.
I will give a more detailed forecast once I have the "Big boys" information from the NWS session at 10 today. Until then...this is what I see for the weather through the weekend and into next week.
- mix of clouds and sunshine today and on Friday until about 4pm when our chances for rain are back.....thru Saturday and Sunday.
- Next week still some chances for those Widely scattered and not so general coverage popup afternoon t-storms we always get during the Summer.
- The el Nino effect is still in place and will keep the Pacific and Gulf moisture flowing our way. Still lots of LOWS making their way toward us from the far North Regions of COLD.
Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Daytime warming to ignite afternoon shower, thunderstorm chances

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 85. South wind around 5 mph this afternoon.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 71. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

Friday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 84. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 68.

Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 84.

Saturday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a high near 82.

Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 65.

Monday: A 40 percent chance of rain, high near 85.

Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 66.

Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 86.

Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low around 69.

Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86.

Local Sports Round Up 05/28/15; Rider Baseball opens region semi-final series vs. Huffman-Hargrave in Beaumont tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughriders will play the #2 state-ranked Huffman-Hargrave Hawks in a best-of-three Class 4A regional semi-final series at Lamar University in Beaumont beginning tonight. Game 1 of the series starts with a 6:30 p.m. first pitch, with Game 2 at 1 PM Saturday. If needed, Game 3 will be played 30 minutes immediately after the conclusion of Game 2.

Center (24-3-1) vs. Huffman-Hargrave (23-4)

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 6:30 p.m. Thursday (May 28), Beaumont, Lamar University

Game 2: 1 p.m. Saturday, (May 30), Beaumont, Lamar University

Game 3: follows Game 2 if necessary

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call. A reminder, you can also listen to the broadcast via our website at cbc-radio.com or download the free Tune-In radio app for your I-phone or Android device and type in KQBB.

Carthage also advances to the region semi-final round. The Bulldogs will play West Orange-Stark in a best-of-three series this week.

Carthage vs. West Orange-Stark

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 8 p.m. Thursday (May 28), Kilgore’s Driller Park

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30), McNeese State, Lake Charles, La.

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

The winner of the Center/Huffman-Hargrave series will meet the Carthage/West Orange-Stark winner for the Region III Championship and a trip to the state tournament on the line.

CLASS 2A REGION III

Harleton vs. West Sabine

(Best-of-three series)

At Gary HS

Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 28)

Game 2: 6 p.m. Friday (May 29)

Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 30), if necessary

Beckville vs. Union Grove

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

Game 1: 3 p.m. Thursday (May 28)

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Center Lady Rider Softball all-district

Receiving All-District Softball honors include Center Varsity

Softball players:

1st Team Catcher- Bailee Hendricks

1st Team Outfield- Lajada Hicks

1st Team Designated Player- Karson Milford

2nd Team Pitcher-Mekayla Hubbard

2nd Team Outfield- Chasity Ellington

Honorable Mention:

Rachel Andrews

Macy Mayo

Tionna (Tee-ah-na) Eberlan

Taylor Nichols

Academic All District:

Lajada Hicks

Madelyn Eaves

Taylor Nichols

Joaquin 12U all stars grab district title, headed to state

The 12U Joaquin Lady Ram All Star Team is headed to the state tournament in Lufkin June 12-14 after winning the district tournament in Nacogdoches going undefeated last weekend. The Lady Rams played five games Saturday and defeated Hudson, 7-4 in the championship game Sunday.

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6, at Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road, 245 County Road 1006 outside Center. Clint Tanner said there will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers, Collin Matthews with a gun safety demo, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and kids enjoy a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/27/15--05/28/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Arrest Report

5/27/15—5/28/15

Shelby County:

Joe Allen Cooks, 38, Tenaha, Assault on a Public Servant

Frankie Eugene Baker, 48, Timpson, Warrant-Failure to Appear, Original Charge: Motion for Enforcement (child support), No Driver’s License, Expired Registration & Violate Promise to Appear.

San Augustine County: No Arrest Reported

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Center ISD Trustees to open bids on proposed new transportation facility location at noon today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Center ISD is interested in pursuing the move of the district's transportation facility and operations center and will be opening sealed bids on the possible lease of a different facility at a special called meeting at noon today.

Superintendent Dr. James Hockenberry was authorized by the board earlier this month to solicit proposals to relocate the current bus bar that's adjacent to Timpson Hwy.

Hockenberry said Center ISD discussed another location for the transportation facility over a year ago and decided not to accept a proposal at that time.

Also today, trustees are expected to act on immediate implantation of Senate Bill 149, which Hockenberry said was recently enacted by the Texas Legislature. He said under certain conditions a student who has not passed End of Course examinations may graduate. This new law was signed by Gov. Abbott and is retroactive for the 2015 graduating class. He added to be fully compliant with the law school districts need to adopt a resolution suspending certain policies for this school year.

Hockenberry is to also give the school board an update on facilities projects that were given the green light a couple of weeks ago.

Sabine County woman dies when tree falls on home during Wednesday morning storms

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The line of thunderstorms that barreled through the area early Wednesday morning has resulted in the death of an elderly Sabine County woman.

The Sabine County Sheriff’s Office says 87-year old Stella Parrish of Hemphill was killed when a tree fell on her home.

Sheriff Tom Maddox says investigators suspect that the saturated ground and windy conditions were responsible in the tree falling on the home.

TxDOT is also reporting a number of Sabine County roadways were also closed yesterday while crews worked to remove trees. Those roads included Highways 103 & 184, FM 2024, FM 83, FM 1592 and FM 944.

DETCOG Membership Meeting and Award Luncheon to be held in Lufkin today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Ralph W. Steen East Texan of the Year Award will be presented during the 46th Annual Deep East Texas Council of Governments (DETCOG) Membership Meeting and awards luncheon to be held today, Thursday, May 28 at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center in Lufkin.

The Steen award was named after past president of Stephen F. Austin State University, Dr. Ralph W. Steen. It honors an individual who has played a major role in leadership and service to the twelve county DETCOG Region.

Two sets of scholarships also will be presented. The Stewart and Malone Memorial Scholarships are presented to students from the region’s high schools. The DETCOG Employee Memorial Scholarships are funded by contributions from DETCOG employees and are awarded to the children or grandchildren of DETCOG employees.

The public is invited.

The morning sessions are free and open to the public. Luncheon tickets can be purchased at the door.

Area graduates to receive diplomas starting with Tenaha tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

All Shelby County high school will have senior graduation ceremonies this week.

Tenaha’s Commencement is at 7 p.m. tonight in the Special Events Center.

On Friday, Center, Shelbyville, Joaquin & Timpson graduates will walk the stage.

Center High grads will receive their diplomas @ 8 p.m. at Roughrider Stadium; Shelbyville at 7 p.m. in the Gym/Band Hall; Joaquin @ 8 p.m.; and Timpson @ 8 p.m. in the High School Gym.

Garrison High School graduation is 8 p.m. Saturday and San Augustine High School graduation is June 5 @ 8 p.m. at Wolfpack Stadium.

Blood drive scheduled for Shelby County courthouse today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

There will be a blood drive today in Center as the Shelby County Sheriff's Office and Shelby County Courthouse will host the event from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the active courthouse parking lot.

County Treasurer Ann Blackwell is coordinating the event and tells us that blood center personnel are saying because of weather issues across the region the collection of blood donations are down.

She says she was told that a lot of usual blood drives had to be cancelled, therefore limiting supplies that are needed for area hospitals. Ms. Blackwell said this would be a great opportunity to help those that are in need with all's that's going on.

Ms. Blackwell says today's blood drive is a tee-shirt drive with military colored shirts. If you'd like to set up a time to donate, contact her at 936-598-3581.

Blood drive scheduled for Shelby County courthouse today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

There will be a blood drive today in Center as the Shelby County Sheriff's Office and Shelby County Courthouse will host the event from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the active courthouse parking lot.

County Treasurer Ann Blackwell is coordinating the event and tells us that blood center personnel are saying because of weather issues across the region the collection of blood donations are down.

She says she was told that a lot of usual blood drives had to be cancelled, therefore limiting supplies that are needed for area hospitals. Ms. Blackwell said this would be a great opportunity to help those that are in need with all's that's going on.

Ms. Blackwell says today's blood drive is a tee-shirt drive with military colored shirts. If you'd like to set up a time to donate, contact her at 936-598-3581.

62nd Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Pro Rodeo set for June 5 & 6

Posted About Nine Years Ago

It’s rodeo time and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse invites you to their 62nd annual Pro rodeo at 8pm, June 5th and 6th at the Shelby County Expo Center.

Get ready to rodeo in Shelby County with some of the top rodeo cowboys in the business riding the tough stock of Klein Brother’s Rodeo Company.

The 62nd annual Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse Pro rodeo is sponsored by The Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse, Wright Chrysler Dodge Ram and Klein Brothers Rodeo.

Admission for children and adults is $5 and five and under get in free. Presale tickets are available at Wright Chrysler Dodge Ram, Boles Feed, Triple J Feed.

Enjoy entertainment by Shelby County’s own drill teams, including the East Texas Rustlers, East Texas Young Guns, East Texas Roughriders Youth, and the East Texas Roughriders.

Come hungry and enjoy the concessions by Providence Missionary Baptist Church in support of their Belize mission trip.

Funeral Notices: 05/28/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces pending service for 64-year old John Dominey of Center, formerly of Houston. He passed away Wednesday at his residence.

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces a graveside service for 80-year old Thomas Carroll Stack of Center. He passed away Wednesday in Nacogdoches. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. He retired from the US Army. Among Thomas Carroll Stack’s survivors is a sister, Judy & Fred Hughes of Lufkin.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces pending service for 95-year old Mr. David Fitzgerald. He passed away Wednesday in Lufkin.

Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces service for 80-year old Roy Lee Paige of Timpson. He passed away last Friday in Shreveport. Lay-in-state will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Wallace Chapel Baptist Church in Timpson with service to follow. No wake is planned. Interment will be at Smyrna Cemetery in Timpson. Among Roy Lee Paige’s survivors is a daughter, Brandi Paige & Thomas May of New Orleans; a son, Ronnie L. Paige of California; and sister, Willie Lee Paige of Timpson.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces service for 43-year old Miss Rebecca Johnson of Center. She passed away last Sunday at Nacogdoches Medical Center. Service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Bright Morning Star Baptist Church in Center, with interment at Brittian Creek Cemetery in East Hamilton. Among Rebecca Johnson’s survivors is her mother, Iva Nell Johnson of Shelbyville; a very special friend, Anderson Polley, Jr. of Center; sons, Chris & Heather Johnson of Ft. Worth and DeCarl & Monique Johnson of Nacogdoches; brothers, Jarvis Johnson, Jr. of Center, Jeffery Johnson of Mexico and Andy & Takita Johnson of Shelbyville; and sisters, Stephanie Johnson of Center, Sandra Johnson of Nacogdoches and Debra Johnson of Center.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending service for 70-year old Henry Eaden of Tenaha.

Garner & Son Mortuary of San Augustine announces service for 96-year old Vera Lee Jones Bluford of San Augustine. Service will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Reed Chapel Baptist Church, with interment at Thompson Cemetery. Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Friday at Garner & Son Chapel and from 11:50 a.m. until service at Reed Chapel.

Garner & Son Mortuary announces service for 43-year old Ms. Demetra Teel of Houston. Service will be at 12 noon Saturday County Line Baptist Church, with interment at County Line Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Saturday at Garner & Son and from 11 a.m. to service time at County Line Baptist Church.

Boil Water Notice still in effect by City of Huxley

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Center Broadcasting received a notification in error Wednesday that the City of Huxley had rescinded the Boil Water Notice that was issued Tuesday for Possum Trot, Oakdale and New Harmony. There is still a Boil Water Notice for those areas of the City of Huxley water system. When it is no longer necessary to boil water prior to consumption, the City of Huxley will notify.

Pending Funeral Notice: John Dominey

Posted About Nine Years Ago

John Dominey, 64, of Center, formerly of Houston, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at his residence.

Funeral services are pending at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

Center Broadcasting continues broadcast of Roughrider Baseball through state playoffs

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Tune into KQBB 100.5 or via the internet at cbc-radio.com to hear the live broadcast of Rider Baseball. Center Broadcasting Company can be heard anywhere when you can download the free Tune-In Radio App for your Android or iPhone.

Pending Funeral Notice: David Fitzgerald

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Services are pending for Mr. David Fitzgerald, age 95, who passed away
May 27, 2015, in Lufkin, Texas.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine in charge of arrangements.

Texas Crop & Livestock Weather 05/27/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Robert Burns

East: Heavy rains continued to saturate pastures, hayfields and farmlands across the region. Most counties had surplus subsoil and topsoil moisture. Rainfall amounts were from 3 to 8 inches. Lakes, ponds and rivers continued to overflow. From Jan. 1 through the last week of May, Houston County had received 54 inches of rain and has been declared a disaster area. Crop ground has standing water, and the crops are drowning. In Cherokee County, rising creeks and rivers flooded most bottomland. Throughout the region, producers were unable to harvest cool-season grasses or fertilize the first cutting of warm-season grasses due to the wet, muddy conditions. Cattle were in good shape, but horn fly counts were tremendously high.

Graveside Service Notice: Thomas Carroll Stack

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Thomas Carroll Stack, 80, of Center, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 in Nacogdoches.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2015 at Oaklawn Memorial Park with Bro. Gordon Vaughn officiating.

Mr. Stack was born October 1, 1934 in Center to Thomas Carroll Stack Sr. and Thelma Pearl Reaves Stack. He retired from the United States Army.

He is survived by

Sister: Judy Hughes and husband, Fred, of Lufkin

Favorite Companion: Bandit

Lots of wonderful friends, especially:

Mike & Julie Wulf

Doyle & Billie Luman

Yogi

Preceded in death by

Parents: Thomas Carroll Stack Sr. and Thelma Pearl Reaves Stack

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Know the proper flag etiquette

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Larry Hume, VFW Post 8904 Quartermaster

With busy day-today life you might miss an opportunity to fly your US Flag either a full or half-staff. Shelby County Memorial VFW Post 8904 and the Ladies Auxiliary want to help make sure you never miss a flag holiday or half-staff occasion ever.

If you would like to sign up for our email notification service to receive alerts right to your inbox about a week before contact Post Quartermaster Larry Hume at chief@chiefimaging.com <mailto:chief@chiefimaging.com> or
call 598-2976.

Except for federal agencies there is no law or flag police who can make you lower your flag, keep in in good repair, etc., but we hope as fellow Americans everyone will want to show their pride of country and respect. Together Shelby County, Texas can be the proudest place in America.

Blood donations down due to heavy rains, drive at Shelby County Courthouse very important Thursday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

There will be a blood drive Thursday in Center as the Shelby County Sheriff's Office and Shelby County Courthouse will host the event from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the active courthouse parking lot.

County Treasurer Ann Blackwell is coordinating the event and tells us that blood center personnel are saying because of weather issues across the region the collection of blood donations are down.

She was told that a lot of usual blood drives had to be cancelled, therefore limiting supplies that are needed for area hospitals. Ms. Blackwell said this would be a great opportunity to help those that are in need with all's that's going on.

Ms. Blackwell says Thurday's blood drive is a tee-shirt drive with military colored shirts. If you'd like to set up a time to donate, contact her at 936-598-3581.

Joaquin Lady Rams All Stars

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The 12U Joaquin Lady Ram All Star Team competed at the District Tournament in Nacogdoches, Texas on May 23^rd and 24^th. Due to weather, the team played 5 games on Saturday with the last game carrying over into Sunday morning. The Lady Rams went undefeated in all five of those games which placed them playing in the District Championship game on Sunday at 11:30 am. The Lady Rams faced the Hudson Hornets in the Championship Game, having already defeated them once during the tournament, were able to defeat them again in the final game. The Lady Rams won the championship game 7-4 earning the title Undefeated 12U District Champions. Congratulations ladies on digging deep, playing your hearts out and never giving up!

The Lady Rams will compete in the State Tournament on June 12-14 in Lufkin Texas. Good Luck! ALL IN!

Image attached: Front row left to right: JJ Bass, Kennedy Stanley, Kaylie Brooks, Kaylea Neal Back row left to right – Victoria Byrd, Kaylee Oliver, Ebbie Kate McCann, Maddisyn Cheatwood, Emma Martin, Camryn Runnels.

Coaches: Jason Stanley and Johnathan Neal

Center ISD Special Services Receives Donation

Posted About Nine Years Ago

This April, Gina Estes and Deborah Chadwick hosted a Stella and Dot fundraiser to support Center ISD Special Services. This fundraiser was in coordination with the April Autism Awareness Campaign, with which Stella and Dot is proud to be associated. Their donation will assist our students with autism, with resources and special activities during the summer Behavior Academy as well as during the upcoming school year. Our many thanks to Deborah Chadwick and Gina Estes for their time, effort, and monetary donations.

â€‹Pictured from L to R: Cassie Kay, â€‹Gina Estes, Scotty Riggans, Teresa Britt, and Mickey Wulf

~â€‹Submitted by Cassie Kayâ€‹

CHS Varsity Softball All-District Selections

Posted About Nine Years Ago

2015 All-District Softball Selections have been announced. Center Varsity Softball honors are as follows:

1st Team Catcher- Bailee Hendricks

1st Team Outfield- Lajada Hicks

1st Team Designated Player- Karson Milford

2nd Team Pitcher-Mekayla Hubbard

2nd Team Outfield- Chasity Ellington

Honorable Mention:

Rachel Andrews

Macy Mayo

Tionna Eberlan

Taylor Nichols

Academic All District:

Lajada Hicks

Madelyn Eaves

Taylor Nichols

CHS Floral Design Students Receive Certification

Posted About Nine Years Ago

At Center High School, students are able to take Floral Design as their Art credit if in the Agricultural pathway. Students learn many valuable, employable skills while in the class. During the year they are exposed to real-world work environments and are expected to display these characteristics. The Floral Design students would like to thank Hughes Florist for allowing us to help out during the Valentine's rush this year! The experience was amazing and the students learned so much!

After learning all techniques needed, students are given the opportunity to test for their Texas State Floral Association Level 1 Floral Certifications. This year, 12 students traveled to College Station to gain their Level 1 Floral Certifications. Students are required to pass (with a 75 or above) a written test of 100 questions, and based on grading criteria- properly create a boutonniere and symmetrical triangular floral arrangement.

This year students had a 100% PASSING RATE! We would like to congratulate these students for their hard work!

Jennifer Alvarado

Estefania Echeverria

Abbey Eddins

Noemi Guerrero

Lorena Huichapa

Macy Mayo

Riley Mitchell

Mayra Morales

Joana Morales

Morgan Ray

Joanna Waller

Andres Leon- not pictured

â€‹~Submitted by Jessica Shadix, CHS Floral Design Instructor

Weather Update @ 7:30 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

Good news, if there is any. We will see sunshine between our storms...however...with the heating from the sun will come more of these storms firing up ahead of the dry lines separating the dry air and moist warm areas.

Each day thru the rest of this week and through the weekend, the storms are expected to re-fire by each afternoon and evening. Looking at the graphic below you can see the sun in the valleys between the rain events anticipated thru the week end. Lesser amounts of severe weather and heavy rain, but hail, strong winds, and rain are expected.

The best news is the forecast for rain for next week is greatly reduced.

This morning we put another 1.22 inches of rain in the bucket for a May total so far of 8.73 inches. That is just 2.57 inches from 1975's highest rain total for the month of May for San Augustine of 11.30 inches....and....we have 4 days left in the month with more rain being forecast.

Some of our Far Southern and Northern parts SA Couty have received higher totals.

Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Another round of thunderstorms brings hefty rain Wednesday morning

Posted About Nine Years Ago

According to Center's official weather observer Jim Forbes, 1.85 inches of rain fell in Center early Wednesday morning. Forbes says that brings the monthly total to 9.34 inches, and year-to-date, 39.67 inches. The yearly average is 53 inches of rain in Center.

Report from Tom Johnson, San Augustine:

This latest 1.12 inches of rain this morning has not helped the flooding on the Ayish Bayou here in San Augustine nor the Attoyac Bayou in Cherino. The NWS has issued a flood advisory for these until late Thursday.

North Houston is currently experiencing heavy storms and rain. The woodlands and Magnolia have already put another 2.53 inches on rain on top of a already desperate situation and flood waters are continuing to rise. These storms took a different track last night and this morning. They were not expected to move South and East from the Dallas area nor be as intense as they became this morning.

Will we get more...NWS thinks we will by 3-4 pm today with the dry lines and another cold front moving our way.

Nacogdoches doctor sentenced for DWI

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Nacogdoches Daily Sentinel is reporting a Nacogdoches physician was sentenced on Tuesday to 10 days in jail followed by two years probation after a Driving While Intoxicated charge last year.

Dr. Kelley Moon was also ordered to perform 80 hours of community service and to pay a $4,000 fine. Her driver's license was suspended for 90 days, and an ignitioninterlock device must be placed on any vehicle she operates.

The article also said the 44-year old Moon, must consume no alcohol, use a portable breath monitor four times a day and submit to 'any sobriety tests requested by law enforcement.'

A jury convicted Moon on May 15 of driving while intoxicated. She was arrested in March 2014 after she reportedly crashed her vehicle into Austin Arms Apartments on Douglass Road.

Continued rain chances, sun also possible

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 87. South wind around 5 mph.

Tonight: A 40 percent chance of evening showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 71. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, Partly sunny, high near 86.

Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 71.

Friday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, Mostly cloudy, high near 85.

Friday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 85.

Saturday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Sunday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Monday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 85.

Monday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 86.

Local Sports Round Up 05/27/15; Rider, Lady Rider athletes honored at 'Banquet of Champions'

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

Center Athletic Banquet:

The Center Athletic Banquet, “Banquet of Champions” was held last night at the Windham Civic Center. Here are the major award winners:

High GPA…

Girl…Malory Nehring

Boy…Adam Reeves

Fighting Heart

Girls…Bri Hightower & Zarah Sloan

Boys…Julian Jiménez & Arnol Escobedo

Rider of the Year

Girl…Cheyenne Woodard

Boy…Arnol Escobedo & Decory McGee

R. E. Malone Award

Girl….Rylee Hudspeth

Boy…Adam Reeves & Josh Burns

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughriders will play the Huffman-Hargrave Hawks in a best-of-three Class 4A regional semi-final series at Lamar University in Beaumont beginning tomorrow evening. Game 1 of the series will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, with Game 2 at 1 PM Saturday. If needed, Game 3 will be played 30 minutes immediately after the conclusion of Game 2. The Riders (24-3-1) have won 13 in-a-row, while Huffman is 23-4 on the season, going 12-0 in Dist. 23-4A to take the championship. The Hawks defeated Hardin-Jefferson, 5-0 in bi-district; won two-of-three in area over Caldwell, (9-3 & 7-0) and had the 3-2, 8-inning win over Bridge City last week in the region quarterfinals.

Center (24-3-1) vs. Huffman-Hargrave (23-4)

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 6:30 p.m. Thursday (May 28), Beaumont, Lamar University

Game 2: 1 p.m. Saturday, (May 30), Beaumont, Lamar University

Game 3: follows Game 2 if necessary

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call. A reminder, you can also listen to the broadcast via our website at cbc-radio.com or download the free Tune-In radio app for your I-phone or Android device and type in KQBB.

Carthage also advances to the region semi-final round. The Bulldogs will play West Orange-Stark in a best-of-three series this week.

Carthage vs. West Orange-Stark

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 8 p.m. Thursday (May 28), Kilgore’s Driller Park

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30), McNeese State, Lake Charles, La.

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 2A REGION III

Harleton vs. West Sabine

(Best-of-three series)

At Gary HS

Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 28)

Game 2: 6 p.m. Friday (May 29)

Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 30), if necessary

Beckville vs. Union Grove

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

Game 1: 3 p.m. Thursday (May 28)

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6, at Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road, 245 County Road 1006 outside Center. Clint Tanner said there will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers, Collin Matthews with a gun safety demo, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and kids enjoy a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/26/15--05/27/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Arrest Report

5/26/15—5/27/15

Shelby County:

Dakota Wade Barr, 18, Timpson, Warrant-Terroristic Threat

San Augustine County: No Arrest Reported

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Shelby County Commissioners move forward with hiring of assistant DA, stress importance of County Road Use Permits

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In an effort to help push more criminal cases through the system the Shelby County Commissioners Court agreed to name Center attorney Stephen Shires as the assistant district attorney at their meeting Monday.

County Judge Allison Harbison said DA Kenneth Florence made some cuts to his budget to allow for the new hire.

Among those budget cuts were eliminating the DA investigator's position, and some $10,000 in car allowance.

Shires has assisted Florence before as a special prosecutor. He'll be a contract employee receiving a flat monthly salary totaling $60,000 a year, and is asking for no benefits.

Shires announced to the court that he would be seeking the DA's position in the next election and that Florence has chosen to run.

In another item of business commissioners believe the county needs to resume a County Road Use Permit system, due primarily to the amount of commercial trucks that are utilizing the roads and making it tough for residents to safely use.

County Commissioner Pct. 3 Travis Rodgers says his phone stays busy with citizen complaints, especially as the above average rain received.

He added using the permit system would let commissioners know what trucks are using the roads and make sure they are held liable for repairs. The county has also said they'll be posting the free permit application on its website, soon.

The old county jail on the Center Square could be housing county offices again. Judge Harbison said Jennings Place had sold out and the new owner was occupying the facility without a contract at $500 a month. She said getting the probation department out of the aging hospital on Hurst Street should be a priority, or possibly another county office to use the space.

Commissioners moved forward with sending the current occupant a letter requesting they vacate the building in 60 to 90 days.

Shelby County Commissioners also voted to:

*Approve Farmers State Bank as the county depository.

*Designate May as Elder Abuse Prevention Awareness Month.

The Shelby County Commissioners' Court designated May as Elder Abuse Prevention Awareness Month during their meeting Monday. Pictured (left) County Clerk Jennifer Fountain, Tracey Belin, supevisor for Adult Protective Services, County Commissioner Pct. 2 Jimmy Lout, County Judge Allison Harbison, County Commissioner Pct. 3 Travis Rodgers, County Commissioner Pct. 1 Roscoe McSwain and Mason Hendry of Adult Protective Services. Not pictured, County Commissioner Pct. 4 Bradley Allen.

San Augustine County gets "thumbs-up" on jail re-inspection

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The San Augustine County Jail facility received a good report after a re-inspection of the facility recently.

County Judge’s Administrative Assistant Sandy Jenkins tells us during a previous inspection this year the state jail inspector found issue as there was not an adequate firewall. She said after construction was done to correct the problem, the re-inspection got the thumbs up.

Ms. Jenkins says that Robert Cartwright has volunteered to help San Augustine as Emergency Management Coordinator. She noted he’s a retired sheriff’s deputy and has very ample training to assist with those matters.

Meanwhile, the sheriff’s department will be able to purchase a new vehicle from unexpected carry-over funds.

San Augustine County Commissioners voted no to a commercial business using the pavilion on the courthouse square feeling it would take away from downtown businesses.

Commissioner Pct. 3 Joey Holloway was selected again to be Judge Pro Tem.

City of Center Economic Development Corp. Board to meet at noon today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The City of Center Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet at 12 noon today.

Among the agenda items will be to approve contract with Murray Mathews for participation of 22 acre sites in the documented sites program and approve engineering contract with KSA Engineers for professional services work in the documented sites program.

In executive session, the board will discuss potential assistance package for Project Restoration.

Funeral Notices: 05/27/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Obits:

Community Funeral Home of Center announces service for 73-year old Mrs. Maurine Bailey of Center. Service will be at 1 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center, with interment at Westview Cemetery in Center.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending service for 43-year old Miss Rebecca Johnson of Center.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending service for 70-year old Henry Eaden of Tenaha.

Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces pending service for 80-year old Roy Lee Paige of Timpson.

Garner & Son Mortuary of San Augustine announces service for 96-year old Vera Lee Jones Bluford of San Augustine. She passed away May 19 at her residence. Service will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Reed Chapel Baptist Church, with interment at Thompson Cemetery. Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Friday at Garner & Son Chapel and from 11:50 a.m. until service at Reed Chapel. Among Vera Lee Jones Bluford’s survivor are sons, RC & Gloria Bluford of Beaumont, Acey & Margorie Bluford, Jr. of Houston and Dennis Bluford of San Augustine; daughters, Exie Suvlett of Beaumont, Shirley & Walter Balloon of Forney, Betty Bluford of San Augustine, Ernestine Hicks of California, Eunice Sigler of Center, Jewell & Marion Rashall of Iowa and Joyce & Denny Windson of Georgia.

Garner & Son Mortuary announces service for 43-year old Ms. Demetra Teel of Houston. She passed away May 21 in Houston. Service will be at 12 noon Saturday County Line Baptist Church, with interment at County Line Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Saturday at Garner & Son and from 11 a.m. to service time at County Line Baptist Church. Among Demetra Teel’s survivors are brothers, Larry Teel of Houston and Stephen & Emily Teel of San Augustine; sisters, Sheila Teel of Houston, Demetria Teel of Houston and Brenda Crain of San Augustine; and foster brother, Milargo E. of Houston.

City of Huxley issues Boil Water Notice

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Gerald Huddleston, City of Huxley director of city operations

The City of Huxley issued a Boil Water Notice for Possum Trot, New Harmony and Oakdale communities due to loss of pressure.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and making ice should be boiled and cooled prior to consumption. The water should be brought to a vigorous boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the City of Huxley will notify you. If you have any questions regarding this matter, you may contact City Hall at 936-368-2266.

Panola College campuses to re-open Wednesday, May 27

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Following Monday night's storm that caused power outages through most of the day Tuesday, all Panola College campuses will be open Wednesday, May 27th contingent on the power remaining on.

DETEC Outage Update @ 4 p.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

As of 4 PM, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is reporting approximately 800 members remaining without power.

Approximately 450 of these members are located in Carthage and Gary in Panola County. SWEPCO - Southwestern Electric Power Company, has reported both transmission feeds that serve DETEC members on and along both sides of US 59 is currently out and not accessible by truck. SWEPCO crews are working to safely access this area to restore the transmission line that serves DETEC members. Due to the severe flooding in this area, SWEPCO is reporting that it may be late this evening before the repairs are made. As soon as the transmission line is repaired by SWEPCO, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative crews can work to restore power to those members affected.

Panola Co - approx. 450 members affected
Nacogdoches Co. - approx. 250 (primarily along FM 2259)
Shelby Co. - approx. 100
San Augustine, Sabine & Jasper Co. - less than 10

We understand that being without electricity is a hardship, please be assured that your Co-op is working diligently to restore your power. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.

DETEC would like to remind members to be safe - STAY AWAY FROM ALL DOWNED LINES. Consider them all to be live and dangerous. Call DETEC at 1-800-392-5986 to report downed lines and outages.

Brittney Johnson
Communications Specialist

Funeral Notice: Ms. Demetra Teel

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Percy Garner and Son Mortuary would like to announce the death and services of:

Ms. Demetra Teel, age 43, of Houston, Texas. Ms. Teel passed away Thursday, May 21, 2015 at Houston Northwest Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Funeral Service

Saturday, May 30, 2015

12 noon

County Line Baptist Church

Interment County Line Cemetery

Visitation

Will be held the day of the service from

8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.at Garner & Son

11:00 a.m. until Service time at county Line Baptist Church

Survivors

2 Brothers Larry Teel of Houston, Texas

Stephen Teel (Emily) of San Augustine, Texas

2 Sisters Shelia Teel of Houston, Texas

Demetria Teel of Houston, Texas

Brenda Crain of San Augustine, Texas

Foster Brother Milargo E. of Houston, Texas

As well as a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral Notice: Vera Lee Jones Bluford

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Percy Garner and Son Mortuary would like to announce the death and services of:

Vera Lee Jones Bluford, age 96, of San Augustine, Texas. Mrs. Bluford passed away Tuesday Morning, May 19, 2015 at her residence in San Augustine, Texas.

Funeral Service

Friday, May 29, 2015

1 p.m.

Reed Chapel Baptist Church

Interment in Thompson Cemetery

Visitation

Will be held the day of the service from:

8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Garner & Son Chapel

11:50 a.m. until Service Time at Reed Chapel

Survivors

3 Sons RC Bluford (Gloria) of Beaumont, Texas

Acey Bluford Jr. (Margorie) of Houston, Texas

Dennis Bluford of San Augustine, Texas

7 Daughters Exie Suvlett of Beaumont, Texas

Shirley Balloon (Walter) of Forney, Texas

Betty Bluford of San Augustine, Texas

Ernestine Hicks of Sacramento, California

Eunice Sigler of Center, Texas

Jewel Rashall (Marion) of Davenport, Iowa

Joyce Windson (Denny) of Litoria, Georgia

50 Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren

As well as a host of other relatives and friends.

"Cowboy Up Your Store Front" contest cut-off extended to 5 p.m. Wednesday, more money thrown in for winners

Posted About Nine Years Ago

If you wanted to participate in the “Cowboy Up Your Store Front” contest for the upcoming Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse Pro Rodeo and you didn’t get by with your registration form Tuesday, don’t worry, you have until the end of business, Wednesday, and this could very well be worth your time.

Sheriff’s Posse President Boo Klein says he’s upped the cash rewards to $500 for first place winner and $250 for second place, plus rodeo tickets.

He reminds all participating businesses that you must have your window/store fronts completed by noon on Monday, June 1.

TxDOT responds to Monday night storm damage

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rhonda Oaks, TXDOT public information officer

LUFKIN - Overnight storms Monday produced more rainfall that resulted in flooded roadways across Lufkin's nine-county district. Crews worked through the night in some counties to clear debris and monitor damaged or flooded roadways.

"Most roadways are open for travel today, debris is cleared and water is receding," said Rhonda Oaks, public information officer for the Lufkin District. "Motorists should be cautious of rising water with more storms forecasts throughout this week. Don't drive if you don't have to during thunderstorms and never attempt to drive through water flooded across a roadway."

Damage and flooding in the Lufkin District Monday included:

ANGELINA COUNTY:
FM 841: Water across roadway.
FM 3150: Water across roadway.
FM 324: Water across roadway.
FM 841: High water in areas.
FM 2497: Impassable due to high water.

SAN JACINTO COUNTY:
SH 150 at FM 222: Both lanes closed due to downed power lines.
FM 945 at Moody Road: Southbound lane closed due to damaged pavement caused by flooding.
FM 945 North: Repairs to pavement caused by excessive water.
FM 3128: Excessive sand in the eastbound lane.

TRINITY COUNTY:
US 287: Some areas flooded and impassable.
SH 94: Water over roadway and trees down.
FM 1280: Closed due to high water.
FM 357: High water and trees down in roadway.
FM 358: High water across the roadway.
FM 2781: Intermittent closures from high water.
FM 2781: Trees down on the roadway.

HOUSTON COUNTY:
FM 229: Water across roadway.

SHELBY COUNTY:
US 59: Trees down in the roadway.
FM 139: Trees down in the roadway.
FM 1645: Trees down in the roadway.
FM 1656: Trees down in the roadway.
FM 2787: Trees down in the roadway.

NACOGDOCHES COUNTY:
No road closures or damage reported.

POLK COUNTY:
No road closures or damage reported.

SABINE COUNTY:
No road closures or damage reported.

SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY:
No road closures or damage reported.

DETEC power outage update @ 12 noon

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

As of 12 PM, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is reporting approximately 1450 members remaining without power.

Approximately 450 of these members are located in Carthage and Gary in Panola County. SWEPCO - Southwestern Electric Power Company, has reported both transmission feeds that serve DETEC members on and along both sides of US 59 is currently out and not accessible by truck. SWEPCO crews are working to safely access this area to restore the transmission line that serves DETEC members. Due to the severe flooding in this area, SWEPCO is reporting that it may be late this evening before the repairs are made. As soon as the transmission line is repaired by SWEPCO, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative crews can work to restore power to those members affected.

Panola Co - approx. 450 members affected
Shelby Co. - approx. 400
Nacogdoches Co. - approx. 300
San Augustine Co. - approx. 200
Sabine Co. - approx. 100

We understand that being without electricity is a hardship, please be assured that your Co-op is working diligently to restore your power. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.

DETEC would like to remind members to be safe - STAY AWAY FROM ALL DOWNED LINES. Consider them all to be live and dangerous. Call DETEC at 1-800-392-5986 to report downed lines and outages.

Brittney Johnson
Communications Specialist

Weather Update @ 11 a.m. Tuesday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

(According to Center's official weather observer Jim Forbes, he recorded 1.43 inches of rain as of 6 a.m. Monday morning.)

Tom Johnson's Report:

Yesterday....gust front was 27 MPH...rain rate was 5.17 at one time. 1.68 inches yesterday...7.43 inches for May(so far)...2.35 inches above our 37 year average for the month...Gives us 29.41 for 2015...or 7.30 inches above the average for this time of year over the 37 year span in spite of a low -2.78 for the month of February 2015. This is only 4 inches below our highest ever 11.30 back in 1975.

Co-op folks worked all night to restore power to some areas where soggy ground and trees that were already and did not know it from our 2010/2011 drought years continue to fall with the strong winds.

Forecast:

Tuesday05/26 85 | 71 °F 50% Precip. / 0.04 in Partly to mostly cloudy with scattered showers and thunderstorms developing this afternoon. High near 85F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%.Tuesday Night 20% Precip. / 0 inPartly to mostly cloudy. A stray thunderstorm is possible. Low 71F. Winds light and variable.

Wednesday05/27 87 | 70 °F 80% Precip. / 0.24 in Cloudy skies during the morning hours followed by thunderstorms in the afternoon. High 87F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 80%.Wednesday Night 20% Precip. / 0 inPartly cloudy. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low near 70F. Winds light and variable.

Thursday05/28 85 | 70 °F 60% Precip. / 0.16 in Partly cloudy in the morning followed by scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. High around 85F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60%.Thursday Night 60% Precip. / 0.03 inScattered thunderstorms in the evening, with fog developing late. Low around 70F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60%. Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

DETEC power outage update @ 8 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago

As of 8 AM, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is reporting approximately 1500 members remaining without power with the majority of these outages in Shelby County.

Crews worked throughout the night to restore power and will continue to work until all power is restored.

DETEC would like to remind members to be safe - STAY AWAY FROM ALL DOWNED LINES. Consider them all to be live and dangerous. Call DETEC at 1-800-392-5986 to report downed lines and outages.

Partly sunny with a chance of rain continuing

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 85. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 87.

Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 71.

Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 86.

Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 71.

Friday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 84.

Saturday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Monday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84.

Local Sports Round Up 05/26/15; Rider Baseball to play Huffman-Hargrave in region semis in Beaumont starting Thursday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughrider Baseball team is continuing their march through the state playoffs with a two-game sweep over the Hudson Hornets last week. This sends Center to the Regional Semi-Final series against Huffman Hargrave this weekend at Lamar University in Beaumont. Game 1 of the series will be on Thursday at 6:30 PM Game 2 is 1 PM Saturday. If needed, Game 3 will be played 30 minutes immediately after the conclusion of Game 2.

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call. A reminder, you can also listen to the broadcast via our website at cbc-radio.com or download the free Tune-In radio app for your I-phone or Android device and type in KQBB.

Carthage also advances to the region semi-final round after sweeping Waco Robinson. The Bulldogs will play West Orange-Stark in a best-of-three series this week.

Carthage vs. West Orange-Stark

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 8 p.m. Thursday (May 28), Kilgore’s Driller Park

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30), McNeese State, Lake Charles, La.

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 2A REGION III

Harleton vs. West Sabine

(Best-of-three series)

At Gary HS

Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 28)

Game 2: 6 p.m. Friday (May 29)

Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 30), if necessary

Beckville vs. Union Grove

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

Game 1: 3 p.m. Thursday (May 28)

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6, at Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road, 245 County Road 1006 outside Center. Clint Tanner said there will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers, Collin Matthews with a gun safety demo, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and kids enjoy a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Local Sports Round Up 05/26/15; Rider Baseball to play Huffman-Hargrave in region semis in Beaumont starting Thursday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughrider Baseball team is continuing their march through the state playoffs with a two-game sweep over the Hudson Hornets last week. This sends Center to the Regional Semi-Final series against Huffman Hargrave this weekend at Lamar University in Beaumont. Game 1 of the series will be on Thursday at 6:30 PM at Lamar University. Game 2 is 1 PM. If needed, Game 3 will be played 30 minutes immediately after the conclusion of Game 2.

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call. A reminder, you can also listen to the broadcast via our website at cbc-radio.com or download the free Tune-In radio app for your I-phone or Android device and type in KQBB.

Carthage also advances to the region semi-final round after sweeping Waco Robinson. The Bulldogs will play West Orange-Stark in a best-of-three series this week.

Carthage vs. West Orange-Stark

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 8 p.m. Thursday (May 28), Kilgore’s Driller Park

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30), McNeese State, Lake Charles, La.

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 2A REGION III

Harleton vs. West Sabine

(Best-of-three series)

At Gary HS

Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 28)

Game 2: 6 p.m. Friday (May 29)

Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 30), if necessary

Beckville vs. Union Grove

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

Game 1: 3 p.m. Thursday (May 28)

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 30)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6, at Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road, 245 County Road 1006 outside Center. Clint Tanner said there will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers, Collin Matthews with a gun safety demo, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and kids enjoy a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/22/15--05/26/15

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Arrest Report

5/22/15—5/26/15

Shelby County:

Miguel Miranda-Larcia, 32, Center, Failure to Register as a Sex Offender with False ID with Previous Conviction

Anthony Land, 34, Garrison, Warrants-Violation of Probation, Original Charge: Retaliation Enhanced & Warrant-Violation of Probation, Original Charge: Assault with Prior Conviction

Eric Jerome Jackson, 49, Center, Warrant-Violation of Probation, Original Charge: Driving While Intoxicated

Kenneth Hayes, 52, Carthage, Possession of a Dangerous Drug

Steven Dennis, 49, Shelbyville, Intoxication Assault

Franklin Ronald Jackson, 47, Joaquin, Upshur Co. Warrant-Possession of a Controlled Substance

Ismael Romero Moreno, 33, Center, Assault-Family Violence Causing Injury

Charlotte Sneed, 22, Center, Warrant-Theft

Glenroy Weeks, 25, Houston, Failure to ID & Fictious License Plate

Travis Patton, 51, Center, Public Intoxication

San Augustine County:

Kenneth E. Burch, 31, Jasper, Public Intoxication

Russell A. Walton, Disorderly Conduct

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Storms hit area for third-straight Monday, numerous power outages reported by DETEC

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For the third straight Monday the area was pelted by thunderstorms activity. Among the biggest weather maker continues to be high winds. The National Weather Service says winds were clocked over 70 mph across our area toppling several trees. Rusk County had a reported tornado near the Rusk County Airport just before 7 p.m.

Electrical power outage has been one of the most widespread issues with the storms as Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative reported at 11:30 p.m. there were some 3,250 member customers without power, the largest area being in Shelby County where 1,500 were reported.

By 2:30 a.m. that was down to 1,000. Brittney Johnson, DETEC Communications Specialist tells us crews are continuing to work to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.

AEP SWEPCO was harder hit, as of 3 a.m. there were no Shelby County outages, but Rusk County reported 7,600, Panola County had over 4,800 customers without power, and DeSoto Parish with 2,100.

Massive flooding in Houston overnight, as from 6 to 11 inches of rain has made several roads, including primary interstates impassable.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of disaster in twenty-four counties, including Jasper and Newton Counties. This now brings the total number of counties on the list to thirty-seven. The governor says the declaration authorizes further mobilization of state resources to assist impacted communities in the wake of recent flooding and tornadoes, and he says additional counties may be added to the list in the future.

The main issue in Jasper and Newton Couties is flooding along the Neches and Sabine Rivers. Both waterways are out of the banks, and with more rain forecast this week, the water levels could rise even more.

Unemployment steady across the region

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The Texas Workforce Commission says the state's unemployment rate remained steady at 4.2 percent in April, according to information released last Friday. That rate is a full percentage point below the 5.2 percent a year ago. Shelby County's April unemployment is 4.6 percent, a slight decrease from March's 4.7 percent and like the state's, a full percentage point below the 5.6 percent a year ago.

The Shelby County workforce is 11,593 with 529 reportedly looking for work.

In San Augustine County, they're trending a little higher in April compared to March. The unemployment rate in San Augustine County last month was 9 percent, the same as April 2014, and slightly higher than 8.8 in March.

San Augustine's workforce is 2,786, with 245 unemployed.

In neighboring counties, the April unemployment is 8.3 percent in Sabine County, Nacogdoches 4.2 percent, Angelina at 5.3 percent and Panola County 4.3 percent.

The national unemployment rate is 5.4 percent.

Shelby County Commissioners' Court to hold meeting this morning

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The Shelby County Commissioners’ Court will have a special meeting at 9:30 this morning. Among the agenda items for discussion and possible action will be discuss and possibly take action on the lease of the Old County Jail property on the Center Square at 108 Austin Street; and a budget adjustment request form the district attorney and county road use permits.

In addition, adult protective services will address the court in the signing of a proclamation for Elder Abuse Prevention Awareness Month.

San Augustine County Commissioners' Court meeting this morning

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The San Augustine County Commissioners’ Court will have a regular meeting at 9 a.m. this morning and among the agenda items for discussion and appropriate action will be sheriff’s department car purchase from unexpected revenues; selecting a Judge Pro Tem; and use of the pavilion on the courthouse lawn for benefit lunches/dinners.

In addition to having someone coordinate In-County Emergency Management.

There will also be discussion on courthouse gutter issues and discussion of a Corp of Engineers letter in regards to Whipporwill Cove. The Court will also have a Budget workshop.

San Augustine City Council to have called meeting today

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The San Augustine City Council has a called meeting at 5 p.m. today and among the agenda items will be interviewing applicants for the city manager’s position in executive session.

On Thursday, the San Augustine City Council will have a Budget Workshop meeting at 4 p.m. to review and discuss Fiscal Year 2015-16 Budget.

"Watch UR BAC" program to be in Center this evening

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The Watch UR BAC (pronounced “Watch Your Back,”) program team will be in Center at 6 p.m. this evening, Tuesday, May 26.

The team will be conducting educational programs for students at the Municipal Court at 1020 Shelbyville St.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, through a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), teaches Texans about the dangers of alcohol misuse —including binge drinking and alcohol poisoning, as well as the dangers of impaired driving.

A DWI prevention simulator is used to demonstrate the effect of alcohol on driving skills.

Gumbo fundraiser for Ashley Beene to be held today on Center Square

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There will be a gumbo lunch benefit from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today with proceeds to go to medical expenses for Ashley Elizabeth Beene, a victim of Cystic Fibrosis. Ashley is awaiting a double-lung transplant, and has a young son, Carter. Lunches are $7 each and include chicken-and-sausage gumbo, crackers, dessert and drink. Meals can be picked up on the Center Square. For more information contact Clay Samuels at 332-2949.

National Weather Service cancels Flash Flood Watch

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As of 4 a.m., the National Weather Service had cancelled the Flash Flood Watch issued for the area that was to have expired at 7 a.m. Tuesday.

Center ISD Board of Trustees to have special called meeting Thursday

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The Center ISD Board of Trustees will have a special called meeting at 12 noon Thursday and among the agenda items for consideration and approval will be the proposed relocation of the school district transportation facility and operations center.

In addition, the board is expected to give approval for the immediate implementation of Senate Bill 149, and an update on facilities projects will be given.

All Shelby County high schools to have graduation ceremonies this week

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All Shelby County high school will have senior graduation ceremonies this week:

Tenaha's is Thursday, with Center, Shelbyville, Joaquin & Timpson graduates to walk the stage Friday.

Center @ 8 p.m. at Roughrider Stadium; Shelbyville at 7 p.m. in the Gym/Band Hall; Joaquin @ 8 p.m.; and Timpson @ 8 p.m. in the High School Gym.

San Augustine High School graduation is June 5 @ 8 p.m. at Wolfpack Stadium.

Blood drive scheduled for Shelby County courthouse Thursday

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The Shelby County Sheriff's Office and Shelby County Courthouse will be sponsoring a blood drive on Thursday, May 28 from 10am - 2:30pm. The bus will be located in the active courthouse parking lot. This is a tee shirt drive with military colored shirts. You’re asked to take time to donate. Appointments can be set up on line or call Ann Blackwell to schedule at 936-598-3581.

"Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest" deadline is today

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Since yesterday was a holiday the deadline for entering the “Cowboy Up Your Store Front” contest has been extended until today, Tuesday.

With the 62nd Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Pro Rodeo coming to town June 5 and 6, you're asked to deck your business store front out in full western flair.

Businesses will be judged by members of the community, and the judging will take place on Thursday, June 4th. Storefronts will be judged on originality, color, and characteristics.

If you would like to enter the Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest, stop by Center Broadcasting Company offices and pick up your required entry form, or visit us our website at cbc-radio.com.

Forms must be turned into the radio station by today.

Winners will be judged on Thursday, June 4^th, and announced on air Fri. morning June 5, and at rodeo.

Funeral Notices: 05/26/15

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Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 94-year old James Irl Powell of Shelbyville. Service will be at 10 a.m. this morning at Watson & Sons Chapel, with a military graveside service to follow at Shelbyville Cemetery under the direction of VFW Post 8904. He was a longtime educator in the Shelbyville ISD. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Shelbyville Cemetery.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces service for 73-year old Mrs. Maurine Bailey of Center. Service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Community Funeral Home Chapel in Center, with interment at Westview Cemetery in Center. Among Maurine Bailey’s survivors are sons, Thomas Irving of Center and David Irving of Dallas; and daughters, Shirley Irving of Dixon and Laureen Irving of Florien, La.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending service for 43-year old Miss Rebecca Johnson of Center.

Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces pending service for 80-year old Roy Lee Paige of Timpson.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending service for 70-year old Henry Eaden of Tenaha.

Garner & Son Mortuary of San Augustine announces pending service for 43-year old Ms. Demetra Teel of Houston.

Garner & Sons Mortuary of San Augustine announces pending service for 96-year old Vera Lee Jones Bluford of San Augustine.

Weather related power outages at 2:30 a.m.

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DETEC is reporting approx. 1460 total outages as of 2:30 AM

Shelby Co. - approx. 1000

Nacogdoches Co. - approx. 250

Sabine & Jasper Co. -approx. 200

San Augustine Co. - approx. 10

Crews are continuing work to restore power as quickly and as safely as possible.

DETEC would like to remind members to be safe - STAY AWAY FROM ALL DOWNED LINES. Consider them all to be live and dangerous. Call DETEC at 1-800-392-5986 to report downed lines and outages.

Brittney Johnson
Communications Specialist

Weather Update @ 3 p.m. Monday; TORNADO WATCH UNTIL 10 P.M., FLASH FLOOD WATCH UNTIL 7 A.M. TUESDAY

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SHORT TERM FORECAST
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SHREVEPORT LA
256 PM CDT MON MAY 25 2015

ARZ050-051-059-070-OKZ077-TXZ096-097-108>112-124>126-136>138-
149>153-165-166-252200-
SEVIER-HOWARD-LITTLE RIVER-MILLER-MCCURTAIN-RED RIVER-BOWIE-
FRANKLIN-TITUS-CAMP-MORRIS-CASS-WOOD-UPSHUR-MARION-SMITH-GREGG-
HARRISON-CHEROKEE-RUSK-PANOLA-NACOGDOCHES-SHELBY-ANGELINA-
SAN AUGUSTINE-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...DE QUEEN...NASHVILLE...
MINERAL SPRINGS...DIERKS...ASHDOWN...TEXARKANA...IDABEL...
BROKEN BOW...CLARKSVILLE...BOGATA...MOUNT VERNON...
MOUNT PLEASANT...PITTSBURG...DAINGERFIELD...LONE STAR...NAPLES...
OMAHA...ATLANTA...LINDEN...HUGHES SPRINGS...QUEEN CITY...
MINEOLA...WINNSBORO...QUITMAN...HAWKINS...GILMER...BIG SANDY...
JEFFERSON...TYLER...LONGVIEW...MARSHALL...JACKSONVILLE...RUSK...
HENDERSON...CARTHAGE...NACOGDOCHES...CENTER...LUFKIN...
SAN AUGUSTINE
256 PM CDT MON MAY 25 2015

.NOW...
...TORNADO WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH 10 PM...
...FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH 7 AM TUESDAY...
AT 3 PM...SHREVEPORT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR SHOWED SCATTERED SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS ACROSS EAST TEXAS THAT EXTENDED FROM TEXARKANA THROUGH QUEEN CITY...ALTO...AND NACOGDOCHES. EXPECT NUMEROUS SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS TO DEVELOP AND SPREAD NORTHEAST THROUGH THIS MONDAY EVENING. SOME STORMS WILL BECOME SEVERE AND PRODUCE HIGH WINDS...HAIL...AND VERY HEAVY RAINFALL. ALSO SOME OF THE STRONGER STORMS WILL LIKELY PRODUCE A TORNADO. AREA RESIDENTS SHOULD KEEP AN EYE TO SKY AND LISTEN FOR WATCHES AND WARNINGS. ALSO DRIVERS ARE REMINDED TO TURN AROUND...DON`T DROWN IF YOU ENCOUNTER FLOODED ROADWAYS.

Timpson Bear Update 05/25/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Mid Johnson, Timpson ISD superintendent

Weekly Calendar of Events –

Mon. May 25 – Memorial Day – Early Release @ 12:30 p.m.

Tues. May 26 – State UIL Poetry Contest Prelims at Austin
-------------------- Elementary Field Day

Wed. May 27 – State UIL Poetry Contest finals in Austin

Thurs. May 28 – Timpson Middle School graduation at 7:00 p.m. in High School gym

Fri. May 27 – 9:30 a.m. Senior pancake breakfast in HE kitchen (graduation practice follows breakfast)
----------------------Timpson High School graduation 8:00 p.m. in gym ( Seniors need to be in band
hall at 7:15 p.m.)
-----------------------End of six weeks
-----------------------Early Release @ 12:30 p.m.
------------------Report cards sent home
------------------Staff workday – 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
------------------Staff lunch @ 11:30 a.m.

THS Scholarship Night – At last week’s Timpson High School Scholarship Night, $94,207 in scholarships was awarded. Attached is a list of scholarships, students receiving scholarships and the college each plan to attend.

Coming up this week at Center ISD 05/25/15--05/30-15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Center Roughrider Baseball Regional Semi-final series set with Huffman-Hargrave

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

The Center Roughrider Baseball team is continuing their march to State with another win over the Hudson Hornets. The Roughriders sealed the Regional Quarterfinal series in two games last week. This sends Center to the Regional Semi-Final series against Huffman Hargrave this weekend. Game 1 of the series will be on Thursday, May 28th, at 6:30 PM at Lamar University in
Beaumont. Game 2 will be played on Saturday, May 30th at 1 PM at Lamar University in Beaumont. If needed, Game 3 will be played 30 minutes immediately after the conclusion of Game 2.

Flash Flood Watch issued until 7 a.m. Tuesday

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...A FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH 7 AM CDT TUESDAY
FOR ALL OF EAST TEXAS...EXTREME SOUTHEAST OKLAHOMA...SOUTHWEST
ARKANSAS...AND NORTH LOUISIANA...


...FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING...

THE FLASH FLOOD WATCH CONTINUES FOR

* THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING

* SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS WILL INCREASE THIS AFTERNOON AND
  TONIGHT OVER MUCH OF THE FOUR STATE REGION...AHEAD OF A STRONG
  UPPER LEVEL DISTURBANCE THAT WILL LIFT NORTHEAST ACROSS CENTRAL
  TEXAS AND OKLAHOMA. LOCALLY HEAVY RAINFALL WILL BE
  POSSIBLE...WITH ADDITIONAL RAINFALL AMOUNTS OF ONE TO THREE
  INCHES EXPECTED...WITH ISOLATED HIGHER AMOUNTS. WITH GROUNDS
  STILL SATURATED FROM EXCESSIVE RAINFALL THAT HAS FALLEN OVER
  THE LAST WEEK...THIS ADDITIONAL RAINFALL WILL RESULT IN
  INCREASED RUNOFF AND THE POTENTIAL FOR FLASH FLOODING.

* LOW LYING AND POOR DRAINAGE AREAS...ESPECIALLY IN THE VICINITY
  OF RAPIDLY RISING CREEKS AND VERY HEAVY RAINFALL...WILL BE
  MOST PRONE TO FLASH FLOODING.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH MEANS THAT CONDITIONS MAY DEVELOP THAT LEAD
TO FLASH FLOODING. FLASH FLOODING IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION.
DO NOT CROSS MOVING WATER ON ROADWAYS...BRIDGES...AND AT LOW
WATER CROSSINGS. ROAD SURFACES AND CULVERTS CAN BE WASHED OUT.

TURN AROUND...DONT DROWN WHEN ENCOUNTERING FLOODED ROADS. MOST
FLOOD DEATHS OCCUR IN VEHICLES ATTEMPTING TO CROSS IN HIGH WATER.

Weather Update @ 8 a.m. Monday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

We were fortunate that yesterday's storms did not do much more than cover us with clouds and drizzle at times. It is currently off to our East just exiting Jackson, Miss. You can see from the graphic below that our next persistent weather event currently runs from the Austin to West Texas area and is headed our way. Our 10 day view is a mix of some sun and some rain everyday for the most part. AND, I hope not the 3-5 inches of rain being forecast.

Please, keep in mind...Several people have lost their lives in this flooding. Turn around, don't drown!

The Corp of Engineers have begun opening the Texhoma spillways and the Red River will likely move from minor flooding to major flooding down stream....with more rain expected. Coming home Friday, we saw many creeks and streams and the Trinity river well out of their banks in Central Texas. It looked like many farmers, ranchers, and oil companies got caught with livestock and equipment in low lying areas now experiencing flooding.

Weather Update @ 9:30 a.m. Sunday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

Timing and Overview:
Showers and thunderstorms will increase across East Texas and Southeast Oklahoma this morning, before spreading into North Louisiana and Southwest Arkansas this afternoon and evening. Daytime heating will contribute to a destabilizing atmosphere, ahead of a strong upper level disturbance that will move into the region later today. Isolated severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds and isolated tornadoes will be possible, mainly over extreme Eastern Texas, North Louisiana and Southwest Arkansas. The primary threats though will be locally heavy rainfall and flash flooding. The severe weather and flash flood threat will diminish from west to east later this evening.

Another upper level disturbance moving across Texas/Oklahoma Monday will contribute to another round of showers and thunderstorms Monday afternoon and night. Some of these storms may also become severe, with damaging winds and isolated tornadoes again possible over East Texas, North Louisiana, and Southwest Arkansas. Locally heavy rainfall will be the primary threat, with the soils expected to become primed from the heavy rains later today such that flash flooding will be a significant concern areawide late Monday afternoon through Monday night. Given the already saturated grounds, it will not take much wind to down/uproot trees from strong thunderstorms. The fact that organized strong to possibly severe thunderstorms are expected Monday afternoon and night will only enhance the potential for downed trees.

Rainfall: Rainfall amounts of one to three inches are expected today and tonight from this first weather system...with additional amounts of two to in excess of four inches likely with the second disturbance Monday and Monday night. Thus, two day storm totals of three to six inches, with locally higher amounts, are likely areawide through Tuesday morning.
As you can see, we are in the bulls eye this time...be prepared...listen to your favorite weather source...aND...TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN!!

Funeral Notice: James Irl Powell

Posted About Nine Years Ago

James Irl Powell, 94, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, May 22, 2015 at his residence.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 25, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Ronnie Wheeler officiating. A military honors graveside service will follow at Shelbyville Cemetery in Shelbyville under the direction of VFW Post 8904.

James was born December 4, 1920 to Irl H. and Oma Tillman Powell, the second of four children. He grew up on a farm near Shelbyville, where he learned his work ethic and values at an early age.rn Powell,

James was christened in the Shelbyville Methodist Church, reaffirming his faith in 1936. As an adult, he served this church in many capacities - Sunday school teacher, Chairman of the Administrative Board of Trustees, delegate to annual conference and history finance, and records committees. He was a fifth generation member of this church.

James attended Shelbyville Schools, graduating in 1938. He participated in basketball, baseball and track. He enrolled in Stephen F. Austin State Teacher College, leaving after three years to work in the building of Fort Polk, Louisiana and to build airplanes for Rohr aircraft in San Diego, California, before joining the Army Air Corps. James trained as a radio operator/gunner in Chicago, Illinois and Fort Meyers, Florida, before being assigned to a B-17 crew which trained 300 crews for combat, before being stationed in Nuthampstead, England. He participated in 29 air combat missions that included the Rhineland, Central Europe and France. His military decorations include the Distinguished Flying Cross. He enjoyed his 398^th Bomb Group Reunions and staying in contact with the 2 remaining members of his crew. He often referred to a list of his missions as he grew older.

James returned to earn his degree, as well as play basketball, at Stephen F. Austin and taught for seven years in the Shelby County Vocational Agriculture Program for veterans. He was then employed by Shelbyville ISD as a coach and teacher. He was the basketball coach, assistant football and baseball coach and taught Science, Biology, Math and Chemistry. He then served as High School principal for 16 years. He retired in 1980, having spent 37 years as a coach, teacher and administrator.

James was a life member of the 398^th Bomb Group Memorial Association and VFW Post 8904. He was also a member of the SFA Alumni Association, founding member of the Nuthampstead Airfield Museum and the Shelbyville Cemetery Committee. He felt that one of his highest honors was being presented the Community Builder award by Sam Houston Masonic Lodge #32.

James loved God, America, the Methodist Church, his family, sports and ice cream – not necessarily in that order!

He is survived by

Sons:

James Gregory Powell of Shelbyville

Timothy Irl Powell and wife, Donna of Odessa

Grandson: Joshua Irl Powell and wife, Ashlee of Odessa

Great Granddaughter: Charlotte Avery Powell of Odessa

Sister: Shirley Powell Head of Tyler

Brother-in-law: Richard Wheeler of Ojai, California

Numerous nephews, former students and camp friends

Special Caretakers:

Sonya McBride and Travis

Ricky Cartwright

Sue Hagler

Helen Reynolds

Preceded in death by

Wife: Juanice Wheeler Powell

Daughter: Sheila Powell

Parents: Irl H. and Oma Tillman Powell

Brothers: Joe Frank Powell, Jack T. Powell

Brothers-in-law: Gilbert Wheeler, John Head

Pallbearers will be Joshua Powell, Don Wheeler, Brett Wheeler, Doug Wheeler, Marcy Bradberry and Ricky Cartwright. Honorary pallbearers will be Lewis Runnels, Jack Bradberry, Bobby Collins, Doyle Carter, Henry Whittlesey and Lamar Smith.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Shelbyville Cemetery, c/o Jack Bradberry, PO Box 453, Shelbyville, Texas 75973, c/o Greg Powell, PO Box 335, Shelbyville, Texas 75973.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Weather Update @ 8:15 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

...A Flash Flood Watch is in effect from 4 AM Sunday through 7 AM Monday for all of East Texas, Southeast Oklahoma, much of Southwest Arkansas and Northwest Louisiana...Timing and Overview:
Showers and thunderstorms are expected to increase Sunday morning over extreme Southeast Oklahoma and East Texas, before spreading east northeast into Southwest Arkansas and North Louisiana Sunday afternoon ahead of an upper level disturbance that will enter West Texas. Even though this disturbance and the accompanying showers and thunderstorms will be progressive across the area Sunday/Sunday night, locally heavy rainfall will be possible atop already saturated grounds. This will result in increased runoff and the potential for flash flooding across much of the Watch area. It is possible that Union County Arkansas and the remainder of Northcentral Louisiana could be included in the watch later today or tonight should forecast rainfall amounts increase over these areas.

Isolated severe thunderstorms can not be ruled out either Sunday for the Watch area...with damaging winds possible. However, please note that even gusty winds from non-severe thunderstorms may still down trees given the very saturated grounds from heavy rainfall that has fallen over the last couple of weeks.

There will be another upper level disturbance moving into the region Monday night, which will yield another isolated severe thunderstorm threat, although the main emphasis will again be for heavy rainfall and flash flooding. Thus, the Flash Flood Watch will likely be extended in time for portions if not all of the region by Monday. This will be communicated with you in future emails.

Four State Impacts:

Rainfall: Widespread rainfall amounts of one to three inches...with isolated higher amounts will be possible through early Monday morning. Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Pending Funeral Notice: James Irl Powell

Posted About Nine Years Ago

James Irl Powell, 94, of Shelbyville, passed away Friday, May 22, 2015 at his residence.

Funeral services are pending at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center.

City of Center EDC Board to meet May 27

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Shelby County Commissioners' Court to hold regular meeting May 26

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sandra Green, Shelby County Judge's administrative assistant

COMMISSIONERS’ COURT

SHELBY COUNTY, TEXAS

Notice is hereby given that a Special meeting of the Governing body of the Shelby County Commissioners’ Court will be held on the 26th day of May, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. in the Courtroom of the Shelby County Courthouse at 200 San Augustine Street, Center, Shelby County, Texas to deliberate and consider action on the following items:

1. Approve and pay monthly expenses.

2. Public Comments on Agenda items.

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3. Receive and possibly approve bid on the County Depository contract.

4. Discuss and possibly take action on the lease of the property, located at 108 Austin Street. (The old County jail).

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5. Discuss and possibly take action on the Budget Adjustment Request from the District Attorney.

6. Discuss and possibly take action on the County Road Use Permits.

7. Mason Hendry and Tracey Belin with Adult Protective Services to address the court in the signing of a Proclamation for Elder Abuse Prevention Awareness Month.

8. Adjourn.

Capitol Update 05/22/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rep. Chris Paddie, House Dist. 9

We are in the final days of the 84th Legislative Session. The House of Representatives is governed by procedural rules that ensure an orderly and transparent end to each legislative session. These rules have an important purpose: to make sure that suspect legislation is not slipped in at the end without debate or public notice.

May 15th was the last day for debate on House bills, and next week will be the deadline for debate on Senate bills. I can assure you that I am watching closely to make sure that bad amendments don't find a way onto good legislation in these final days.

The House has passed some important measures in the last week. We passed S.B. 2065, the pastor protection bill, which I was proud to co-sponsor. S.B. 2065 would make certain that churches and pastors are not required to perform marriages that violate their religious beliefs. It also clarifies that they cannot be sued or prosecuted for not performing these ceremonies. This bill is important to ensure that our pastors are not persecuted for standing up for their principles and their faith.

The House also passed several important pieces of pro-life legislation this week. H.B. 3994 will strengthen protections for minors seeking abortions through the judicial bypass system. The bill requires more proof that minors are sufficiently informed to have an abortion, whether the abortion is in the best interest of the minor, and whether asking for parental consent could endanger the minor. We also passed H.B. 3374, which would ensure that patients have access to food, water and pain management in their final days.

The House also passed an important ethics reform in H.B. 681. This bill would prohibit elected officials who are convicted of certain crimes from receiving their pension. These crimes include bribery, perjury, embezzlement, extortion, and theft of public money. This is a common sense reform that makes sure bad actors don't continue to receive money for their criminal activities.

As the legislative session winds up, I want to encourage you to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. I want to hear your opinion regarding the issues that are important to you. It is with your input that I am able to best represent you. My office number is 512-463-0556 or district9.paddie@house.state.tx.us.

Underage drinking prevention program coming to Center Police Department

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Press Release

For Immediate Release

Contacts:

EDNA BOYKINS

CENTER MUNICIPAL COURT Watch UR BAC program

936-598-4244

EBOYKINS@CI.CENTER.TX.US

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Watch UR BAC program

Underage drinking prevention program coming to Center Police Department

Program teaches about alcohol misuse, dangers of impaired driving, and friends watching out for friends

The Watch UR BAC (pronounced “Watch Your Back,”) program team will be in Center, Texas onTuesday May 26, 2015. The team will be conducting educational programs for students at Municipal Court on Tuesday May 26 at 6:00 PM. We are located at 1020 Shelbyville St. Center, TX.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, through a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), teaches Texans about the dangers of alcohol misuse —including binge drinking and alcohol poisoning, as well as the dangers of impaired driving. In 2013, 1,089 Texans were killed in alcohol-related crashes and tens of thousands were injured.

A DWI prevention simulator is used to demonstrate the effect of alcohol on driving skills. Through a video game atmosphere, drivers experience obstacles and hazards to simulate what might happen if driving impaired. Impaired driving goggles, which distort vision, are worn by the driver during the simulation experience to further duplicate the effect of alcohol on one’s vision.

Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, or national origin. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating

San Augustine County Commissioners' Court to meet Tuesday morning (agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sandy Jenkins, San Augustine County Judge administrative assista

NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT OF SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY, TEXAS

SAMYE JOHNSON

COUNTY JUDGE

COMMISSIONERS

TOMMY HUNTER, Precinct 1 JOEY HOLLOWAY, Precinct 3 EDWARD WILSON, Precinct 2 DAVID MCEACHERN, Precinct 4

Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the above named Commissioners Court will be held on Tuesday, the 26th day of May, 2015, at 9:00 o’clock A.M. in the Commissioners Court Room at 100 W. Columbia, Room 103, San Augustine, Texas, at which time the following will be discussed and appropriate action taken; pursuant to B.T.C.A. Government Code Chapter 51, Open Meetings Act, including all Subchapters and Sections:

NO CELL PHONES, AUDIBLE PAGERS, AND/OR BEEPERS SHALL BE USED WHILE COURT IS IN SESSION

ï‚· Establish Quorum

ï‚· Invocation

ï‚· Pledge of allegiance to the United States Flag

ï‚· Pledge of allegiance to the Texas Flag

ï‚· CALL TO ORDER – 9:00 a.m.

Comments from the bench

1. Discuss and consider approval of the minutes for the Commissioners Court meeting held May 12, 2015.

2. Discuss and consider Monthly Reports:

a) Payroll d) County Clerk’s Report g) Sheriff’s Department Report

b) Bills e) District Clerk’s Report h) Justice of the Peace Report

c) Treasurer Report f) Tax Office Report i) Auditor Report

3. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS/COMMENTS - opportunity for the general public to address the Court on any matter. The Court may not discuss any presented issue, nor may any action be taken on any issue at this time. Comments are limited to 3 minutes.

4. Discuss and take appropriate action Re: Approve travel vouchers. – Judge Johnson

5. Present Certificates of Attendance to Treasurer Pam Smith, for County Treasurers’ Continuing Education. – Judge Johnson

6. Update report on County Jail Facility Re-inspection. – Judge Johnson

7. Discuss: Courthouse gutters issues. – Judge Johnson

8. Discuss and take appropriate action Re: Sheriff Dept. car purchase from unexpected revenue. – Auditor Verhalen

9. Discuss and take appropriate action Re: Selecting a Judge Pro Tem. – Judge Johnson

10. Discuss and take appropriate action Re: Use of pavilion for benefit lunches/dinners. – Project Manager Jenkins

11. Discuss and take appropriate action Re: In-county EM. – Judge Johnson

12. Discuss Corp of Engineers letter (approved by County Attorney) Re: Whippoorwill Cove. – Judge Johnson

13. WORKSHOP:

Budget

EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to public)

Pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code

EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS

Note 1 Gov’t Code Ann 551.071, Consultation with Attorney

Note 2 Gov’t Code Ann 551.072, Real Property

Note 3 Gov’t Code Ann 551.074, Personnel Matters

Note 4 Gov’t Code Ann 551.076, Security

Note 5 Gov’t Code Ann 551.087, Economic Development Negotiations

The Commissioners Court will consider the following items in Executive Session. The Commissioners Court may also consider any other matter posted on the agenda if there are issues that require consideration in Executive Session and the Commissioners Court announces that the item will be considered during Executive Session.

RESUME OPEN SESSION AND TAKE ANY NECESSARY ACTION RESULTING FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION DELIBERATIONS.

14. ADJOURNMENT

I, the undersigned County Clerk, do hereby certify NOTICE of Regular meeting of the above named Commissioners Court is a true and correct copy of said Notice and that I have caused said Notice to be posted on the doors at the Courthouse of San Augustine County, Texas located at 100 W. Columbia Street on the 22nd day of May, 2015.

_______________________________

Margo Noble, County Clerk

Joaquin City Council to have special called meetings Tuesday (agendas)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Amanda Willey, Joaquin city secretary

SPECIAL CALLED MEETING

Joaquin Public Safety Corporation

May 26,2015

The City Council of Joaquin will meet in special session Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 5:15 p.m. at the Joaquin City Offices located at 124 N. Preston. Order of business as follows.

Agenda

1. Call meeting to order, establish quorum and welcome guest.

2. Discussion & Council approval of paying auditor’s bill.

3. Adjournment

If during the course of the of the meeting, any discussion of items on the Agenda should be held in executive or closed session, the Council will convene in executive or closed session, in accordance With the Texas Open Meetings Act, Governmental Code Section 551 and Texas Revised Civil Statutes.

Posted by Amanda Willey at 12:23 p.m.

SPECIAL CALLED MEETING

May 26, 2015

The City Council of Joaquin will meet in special session Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 6 p.m. . at the Joaquin City Offices located at 124 N. Preston. Order of business as follows.

Agenda

1. Call meeting to order, establish quorum and welcome guest.

2. Discussion & Council approval of adding new Mayor Bill Baker, Mayor Pro Tem Ben Brittain, Councilman Mike Atkinson, and City Secretary, Amanda Willey, to all accounts maintained by the city as well as removing former Mayor Mike Wood and City Secretary Donna Fitzgerald from said accounts.

3. Adjournment

If during the course of the of the meeting, any discussion of items on the Agenda should be held in executive or closed session, the Council will convene in executive or closed session, in accordance With the Texas Open Meetings Act, Governmental Code Section 551 and Texas Revised Civil Statutes.

Posted by Amanda Willey at 12:23 p.m.

Timpson Bear Update 05/22/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Mid Johnson, Timpson ISD superintendent

Early Release – Timpson ISD will early release on Monday May 25 at 12:30 p.m. Buses will run at 12:45 p.m.

Memorial Day Program Cancelled – The Timpson Memorial Day program scheduled for Monday, May 25th has been cancelled due to potential bad weather and ground moisture. A program will be planned in the future to remember Timpson military men and women killed in the line of duty to their country and to dedicate the Honor Wall at SoSo Park.

Pre K News - Tuesday, May 29th Maxine Bersch Lovern, came and told story's and sang songs to Timpson Elementary School Ms. Penny's and Mrs. Stefanie's Pre-K classes. She is 96 years old. She is a professional storyteller. She has written books on storytelling along with her memoirs. Her web page is: http://maxinebersch.com/ Last month she taught storytelling to a group in Virginia. Pre-K thanks you very much for coming.

Mrs. Iles’ 2nd Grade – Fossil Dig - Mrs. Iles’ 2nd graders have been studying fossils. Last week they all got to participate in a fossil excavation. They used chocolate chip cookies and the fossils were the chocolate chips. The tool they had to use for excavation was a toothpick. They learned how precise and delicate you have to be when working with fossils.

Center PD Detective assist in large narcotics investigation

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jeremy Bittick, Center Police Department lieutenant

An extensive Narcotics Investigation spawned by Center Police Department Detective Chris Knowlton leads to a major blow in Methamphetamine traffic within Shelby County/Center, Tx and into Rusk County.

Special thanks to Rusk County Sheriff's Office, the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms, Henderson Police Department and Rusk County Constable PCT #3 who through great teamwork, followed through with this investigation.

http://www.kltv.com/story/29114531/one-man-arrested-one-wanted-in-rusk-county-meth-bust

Ramos named TxDOT Lufkin District-Nacogdoches area engineer

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rhonda Oaks, TxDOT public information officer

LUFKIN - Shannon Ramos, P.E., has recently been named as Nacogdoches Area Engineer for the Lufkin District.

In her new role, Shannon will head the Nacogdoches Area Office which oversees all construction and maintenance activities in Nacogdoches, Sabine, Shelby, and San Augustine counties.

Shannon began her career with TxDOT in January 2003 for the Lufkin District's Consultant Management Section after her December 2002 graduation from Texas A&M University.

She transferred to the Lufkin Area Office in September 2003 where she was responsible for development of multiple construction and maintenance plans and later served as Project Engineer for the SH 94 Neches River bridge replacement project between Angelina and Trinity County.

She received her license as an Professional Engineer in December 2007. In February 2012, Shannon accepted the position of Nacogdoches County Assistant Area Engineer and has served in that position since.

Shannon and her husband, Ernesto, have been married for 10 years and have two children, Anastasia, 8, and Henry, 5. The family resides in Lufkin and Shannon enjoys camping with her family and watching her children compete in sporting events.

National Cancer Survivor Day to be recognized

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Shirley Brittain

June 7th is National Cancer Survivor Day ~ The Light&Champion will be honoring survivors in the June 5th edition. A person is comsidered a survivor from the date of diagnosis. Please submit a photo of the survivor in your life with the name of the survivor and length of time as a survivor by e-mail to news@lightandchampion or upload to the Light & Champion Face Book page. The deadline to submit a photo is June 1st ~ The Survivor picture page will print in the Friday, June 5th edition of the Light and Champion.

Coming Up at Joaquin ISD 5/25/15--5/31/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Joaquin ISD News and Events for the week of May 25 – May 31

May 25 - Weather Day/School Holiday
May 25 -Memorial Day
May 26 - Any parents that would like to donate a gift to project graduation, please send to Mrs.Wanda Scruggs by Tuesday, May 26, 2015.
May 26 – 5th Grade Science Fair
May 26 - Kindergarten Graduation 6:00 PM in the auditorium.
May 27 – Elementary Summer Safety Program (for students only)
May 28 – Elementary Field Day
May 28 - Joaquin Jr. High Graduation at 7:00 PM in the new gym.
May 29 – 8:30AM – Senior Breakfast at Word of Faith Church. Any student that needs a ride please report to the high school office at 8:00 AM for a school official to take you to the Word of Faith Church.
May 29 – Elementary Awards Day (Time: (K-2 - 9:00-9:45 AM) (3rd-5th – 10:00-10:45)
May 29 – Early release day! Students will be released at 1:10 PM
May 29th – Last Day of School!
May 29 – JHS Graduation Practice at 10:30 AM in the JHS gym. All seniors are to report to the new gym at 10:30 AM. DO NOT BE LATE!
May 29 – JHS Graduation at 8:00 PM - All seniors are to report to the Band Hall at 7:00 PM for the JHS Alumni reception. Parents are welcome as well. Do not be late to the reception. The alumni will award some seniors at the reception. Put your things in the auditorium and then go to the reception. Seniors will report back to the auditorium at 7:30 PM to put on their cap and gown to take pictures.
Seniors may wear medals and cords presented at the Academic Banquet and Senior Awards night.

Attire:
Male: slacks or jeans without holes, tuck shirt in pants; NO flip flops.
Female: dress, slacks, NO Flip flops
All clothing MUST be school appropriate

May 29 – Project Graduation in the old gym from 11:30 PM until 5:00 AM

Parents are asked to be here at 10:30 PM to help set up in the old gym. Come through the gym door at the old gym. NO other doors will be open.

Seniors are to park their vehicles in the bus lane; the gates will be locked at 11:30 PM.

Project graduation is for graduates ONLY; NO former graduates or underclassmen, siblings, etc.

Have a safe and happy summer!!
School will resume August 24, 2015!

It's Friday!!! As advertised...rain chances continue, probability goes up Sunday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 78. East wind around 5 mph.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 66. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 83. South wind around 10 mph.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 71.

Sunday: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 82.

Sunday Night: A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Memorial Day: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 80.

Monday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Tuesday: A 60 percent chance of rain, high near 83.

Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Wednesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 86.

Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87.

Local Sports Round Up 05/22/15; Riders throw shut-out at Hudson in Game 1, Game 2 at 7 p.m. tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughriders are one win away from the region semi-final round after winning Game 1 of their best-of-three region quarterfinal series against Hudson, 6-0 in Gary last night.

Game 2 will start at 7 p.m. tonight. The Riders have won 12 in-a-row and got a one-hitter from Jacob Mitchell.

Center broke open a 1-0 game in the sixth inning when they pushed five runs across, thanks to a triple from Caiden Rainbolt.

The Riders have now outscored the opponent, 50-5 in the playoffs. It was also the first time this season Hudson has been shut-out.

The Center/Hudson winner will move on to play the Bridge City/Huffman Hargrave winner. That one game playoff is being played in Baytown Friday night.

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call. A reminder, you can also listen to the broadcast via our website at cbc-radio.com or download the free Tune-In radio app for your I-phone or Android device and type in KQBB.

CLASS 4A REGION III

Center (23-3-1) vs. Hudson (21-11)
Regional Quarterfinals
Game 1 Thursday Center 6, Hudson 0
Game 2 at 7pm Friday at Gary, Center home
Game 3, if needed, Saturday at 1pm at Gary

W24 Bridge City (19-8) Vs. W23 Huffman Hargrave (22-4)

One Game: Friday, May 22nd @ Baytown Sterling, 7:00

R19 Carthage (17-10) Vs. W17 Robinson (22-5-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Mesquite Tillery, 6:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Mesquite Tillery, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

T24 West Orange-Stark (20-7) Vs. W21 Bellville (20-7)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Barbers Hill, 7:30

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Barbers Hill, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Barbers Hill, 2:00

CLASS 3A REGION III

W20 Academy (23-4-1) Vs. W19 West (24-2-1)

Game 1: Wednesday, May 20th @ Georgetown Eastview, 7:30

R21 Elkhart (21-10) Vs. W23 Buna (17-5)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 1:00

R19 Clifton (20-4-2) Vs. T19 Teague (15-7-2)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Midway, 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Midway, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Midway, 3:00

R23 Warren (20-7) Vs. W21 New Waverly (19-8-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Kingwood, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Kingwood, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

CLASS 2A REGION III

R17 James Bowie v R19 Harleton

Game 1 – Thursday May 21 at 6pm at Hughes Springs

Game 2 – Friday, May 22 at 6pm at Hughes Springs

Game 3 – if needed Saturday at 2pm

West Sabine vs. Colmesneil

(Best-of-three series)

At Lamar or Port Neches

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

Union Grove vs. Maud

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

Beckville vs. Centerville

Thursday’s Game 1 cancelled.

Game 1: Noon Friday at Livingston at the Texas Slam Facility.

Softball state playoffs:

CLASS 4A REGION III

Carthage vs. Huffman Hargrave

(Best-of-three series)

At Lufkin Hudson HS

Game 1: Carthage 1, Huffman Hargrave 0

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION II

Hughes Springs vs. Pilot Point

(Best-of-three series)

At Bonham HS

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 7 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION III

White Oak vs. Woodville

CLASS 2A REGION III

Cayuga vs. Cushing

(Best-of-three series)

At Mumford HS

· Game 1: 5 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 2: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Harleton vs. Grapeland

· One-game playoff: 6:30 p.m. Thursday (May 21), Bullard’s Brook Hill School

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6, at Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road outside Center. Clint Tanner said there will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers, Collin Matthews with a gun safety demo, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and kids enjoy a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/21/15--05/22/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Arrest Report

5/21/15—5/22/15

Shelby County:

Kayla Gunderman, 38, Center, Violation of Probation, Original Charge: Theft

San Augustine County: No Arrest Reported

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Monday is Memorial Day, programs planned to honor those that died serving our country

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Monday is Memorial Day and is a Federal Holiday.

The day is for remembering the people who died while serving in the country's armed forces. Many people visit cemeteries and memorials, particularly to honor those who have died in military service. Many volunteers place an American flag on each grave in national cemeteries.

All banks, the post office, federal, state, county and local municipalities are closed for business Monday. There's also no school.

Among Memorial Day observances:

Shelby County Memorial VFW Post 8904 & the Ladies Auxiliary will hold their annual Memorial Day Program on Monday, at 11 am in Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church, in Center. Names of all Shelby County Veterans killed in action from the Civil War to today's War on Terror will be read. The memorial wreath will be decorated by those in attendance as the names are read. Musical selections will be provided by students from the Center Middle School Band and Choir. The playing of Taps will close the program.

The annual Timpson Memorial Day program has been cancelled. The Timpson American Legion made the decision Thursday based on the potential threat of inclement weather. By the way, the Timpson Bear Band Boosters have postponed their BBQ chicken fundraiser Monday and say they will be rescheduling.

The San Augustine American Legion Memorial Day program will be held at San Augustine High School at 2:30 p.m. this afternoon, as well as at 11 a.m. Monday at First Methodist Church in San Augustine.

Also, tomorrow, Saturday, a Veterans Monument will be dedicated at the Bethel Cemetery in Nacogdoches County. The ceremony will begin at 11 am with a complimentary BBQ lunch to be served afterwards. There’s a cordial invitation to all veterans to attend. Bethel Cemetery is located south of Hwy 59 on CR 941. Stay on 941 until you come to FM 2609 and the Cemetery is next to the Bethel Baptist Church.

By the way, on Memorial Day, United States Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise until noon. All banks, schools, businesses and government offices that fly a flag that can be lowered are asked to please do so in honor of those Americans who have made the ultimate sacrifice. If you fly a flag that can't be lowered you can still show respect for the day by tying a black cord or ribbon to the top of the flag pole. It too should be removed at noon.

Effort underway to restore historic 1919 San Augustine County Jail

Posted About Nine Years Ago

An effort is underway in San Augustine to restore the 1919 county jail to its original red-brick-with-yellow-trim exterior.

The project has been undertaken by the San Augustine Garden Club in partnership with San Augustine Main Street Patrons and Loyal Supporters and San Augustine County Historical Commission.

The 1919 jail is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The structure is located adjacent to the San Augustine County Courthouse.

Betty Oglesbee says a substantial number of donations have been received or pledged, but they are still dollars away from the the goal of $400,000 to $500,000.

She says if you'd like to make a donation, San Augustine County Treasurer Pam Smith has set up an account for the "1919 Jail Restoration Fund".

Ms. Oglesbee said plans are for the building to become a law enforcement museum, in addition, the still-intact jail cells will become "research cubbies" for a Texana Research Library.

"Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest" deadline extended to Tuesday, May 26

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Since Monday is a holiday the deadline for entering the “Cowboy Up Your Store Front” contest has been extended until Tuesday, May 26.

With the 62nd Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Pro Rodeo coming to town June 5 and 6, you're asked to deck your business store front out in full western flair.

Businesses will be judged by members of the community, and the judging will take place on Thursday, June 4th.

Storefronts will be judged on originality, color, and characteristics. First Place pays out $250 plus 8 rodeo tickets; second place pays out $150 plus 4 rodeo tickets. There is no entry fee to participate in the contest.

If you would like to enter the Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest, stop by Center Broadcasting Company offices at 307 San Augustine Street and pick up your required entry form, or visit us our website at cbc-radio.com.

For more information contact Boo Klein at 936-590-0661.

Forms must be turned in to Center Broadcasting, 307 San Augustine Street in Center by Tuesday.

Each business will be issued a number upon returning the completed entry form.

Winners will be judged on Thursday, June 4^th, and announced on Fri. morning on the KQBB 100.5 and KDET 930AM; and at rodeo.

Funeral Notices: 05/22/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Mangum Funeral Home announces a graveside service for 86-year old Ruth Reeve of Alvin, formerly of Tenaha. She passed away Wednesday in Alvin. Graveside will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at New Prospect Cemetery, Timpson.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine announces service for 78-year old Kenneth McCauley of San Augustine. He passed away Thursday in Lufkin. Service will be at 4 p.m. Saturday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with burial at Liberty Hill Cemetery, San Augustine County. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. this evening at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. He was a logger, plumber and minister. Among Kenneth McCauley’s survivors is his wife, Kathryn McCauley of San Augustine; sons, Robert & Lacresia McCauley of San Augustine, Cody Lindsey of Center, Zachery Lindsey and Cale Lindsey, both of San Augustine; daughters, Chelsey McCoy of San Augusine and Victoria Lindswy of Lufkin; brothers, W.H. & Barbara McCauley of Nacogdoches, Travis & Beverly McCauley of Chireno, Jack & Sarah McCauley of San Augustine; sisters, Bobbie Jackson of Houston, Audrey Wells of San Augustine and Betty & Harold Loggins of San Augustine.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine announces service for 23-year old Jesse Rae Welch of the Bronson (Grapevine Community). Service will be at 2 p.m., Sunday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with burial at Dickerson Cemetery, San Augustine County. Visitation will be tonight & Saturday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine announces service for 65-year old Steven McCauley of Hemphill, formerly of San Augustine. Service will be at 2 p.m. today at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, with burial in the Parker Cemetery, San Augustine County. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. this morning at the funeral home.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces a memorial service for 77-year old Charlie Marvin Mills of Houston, formerly of San Augustine. Visitation will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Old Salem Cemetery in Sabine County.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending service for 73-year old Mrs. Maurine Bailey of Center. She passed away Monday at her residence.

CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Services in Timpson and Hicks Mortuary of Center announces service for Martha Price of Nacogdoches, a native of San Augustine. Service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Zion Bapist Church in San Augustine, with burial to follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery. A private visitation will be held at 3 p.m. today at CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Chapel in Timpson.

Stringer Griffin Funeral Home of Jasper announces a graveside service for 46-year old Chris Williams of Dickinson. He passed away last Sunday. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Stringer Griffin Funeral Home in Jasper. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Brookeland Cemetery in Brookeland, with Gordon Vaughn officiating. Chis Williams is survived by his mother, Sandra Bell Swope & husband, Jim of Dickinson; father, Ron & Jean Williams of Nacogdoches; and sister, Erin of Nacogdoches; grandmother, Virginia Bell of Center and Norvell Williams Holt of Center.

San Augustine City Council to have called meeting Tuesday, Budget Workshop Wednesday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Cinda Garner, San Augustine city secretary

May 21, 2015

The City of San Augustine City Council will meet for a called meeting on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers located at 301 South Harrison Street, San Augustine, Texas.

A G E N D A

1. Call Meeting To Order

2. Prayer

3. Pledge To The Flag

4. Welcome Guest

5. Executive Session

§551.074 Personnel Matters – Interview Applicants For City Manager’s

Position

6. Reconvene and Take Action If Any On Executive Session Item

7. Adjourn

The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations About Security Devices) and 551.087 (Economic Development).

I, the undersigned authority do hereby certify that the Notice of Meeting was posted on the front door at City Hall of the City of San Augustine, TX, a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public at all times and said Notice was posted on the following date and time:

May 21, 2015 at__5:00 P.M.._________ and remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.

City Secretary, City of San Augustine, Texas

May 21, 2015

The City of San Augustine City Council will meet for a budget workshop on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers located at 301 South Harrison Street, San Augustine, Texas.

A G E N D A

1. Call Meeting To Order

2. Prayer

3. Pledge To The Flags

4. Welcome Guest

5. Review and Discuss FY 2015- 2016 Budget

6. Adjourn

The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations About Security Devices) and 551.087 (Economic Development).

I, the undersigned authority do hereby certify that the Notice of Meeting was posted on the front door at City Hall of the City of San Augustine, TX, a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public at all times and said Notice was posted on the following date and time:

May 21, 2015 at 5:00 P.M. and remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.

City Secretary, City of San Augustine, Texas

TxDOT kept busy with road closures, flooded areas

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rhonda Oaks, TXDOT public information officer

LUFKIN - Excessive rain and flooding were reported again in several areas of the nine-county Lufkin District Thursday, keeping TxDOT crews busy monitoring road closures and flooded areas.

Crews are continuing to make efforts to repair pavement wash-outs that resulted in road closures caused by flooding earlier in the week.

SH 103 West, east of FM 2021, was closed in the westbound lane Wednesday night after a portion of the pavement was washed out making it impassable. Thursday afternoon, excessive flooding made it necessary to close all lanes until flood waters recede from the highway and repairs can be made. Westbound traffic will be diverted northbound onto FM 706, while eastbound traffic will be diverted onto SH 7 at the Angelina County line. Traffic coming from FM 706 West onto SH 103 will be diverted back to the east toward Lufkin.

Crews are continuing to make repairs to a part of FM 2680 as weather allows after a pavement wash-out blocked the roadway on Monday.

"Ongoing weather issues this week have kept our workers busy around the clock," said Rhonda Oaks, TxDOT public information officer for the Lufkin District. "We are advising motorists to avoid flooded roadways and limit driving during bad weather. Water rises quickly and if you must drive, never attempt to drive through a flooded area or moving water. Just a few inches of water can sweep a vehicle off the road. Drivers should remain alert for road closures and changing traffic patterns. Obey all traffic signs and watch for workers who are monitoring traffic."

In addition to the closures at SH 103 West and FM 2680, flooded areas and temporary closures from Thursday's storms included:

ANGELINA COUNTY
US 69 South: Closed due to water across roadway in north and southbound lanes of travel. Traffic diverted through FM 326.
FM 1475 and Tom Holland Road: Closed due to high water.
FM 1271 (Old Union Road): Closed and impassable.
US 59 South at Burke: High water across roadway.
FM 819: Flooded at low water crossings.
FM 2497: Water across roadway 3 miles north of FM 304.
FM 706 at SH 103 West: Flooded in one lane and impassable.
FM 2108: High water across the roadway.

NACOGDOCHES COUNTY
FM 2863 (Press Road): Flooded with 3 feet of water across both lanes.

TRINITY COUNTY
SH 94: High water over roadway in various places.
FM 233: Flooded roadway.
FM 356: Flooded roadway.

HOUSTON COUNTY
Trees reported down, but no road closures or flooding issues.

San Augustine, San Jacinto, Shelby, Polk and Sabine counties reported no weather-related issues.

For more information, contact Rhonda.Oaks@txdot.gov<mailto:Rhonda.Oaks@txdot.gov> or (936) 633-4395.

Undercover operation nets supplier in Logansport

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Blake Woodward, DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office network administr

DeSoto Parish Sheriff Rodney Arbuckle would like to announce an update to a previous press release involving the sale of narcotics near Logansport High School.

Agents with the Tri-Parish Drug Task Force, acting on intelligence obtained during
the previous investigation, identified the supplier of narcotics which were
being sold to students.

Undercover buys were made from a residence in the 100 block of Spring Street in Logansport, LA and a search warrant was obtained for the residence. Agents executed that search warrant on May 15, 2015 and recovered about 105 grams of suspected marijuana, a loaded .38 Smith and Wesson handgun, and various drug paraphernalia.

Children were present in the residence at the time of the search warrant and in the same area as the narcotics and drug paraphernalia. The children were released to
a relative pending an investigation by Child Protective Services.

Arrested at the location was Ashley N. McCoy (B/F - DOB: 02/23/1987) of Logansport,
LA. She was charged with the offenses of LA R.S. 40:966.A.(1) Possession of
Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute, LA R.S. 14:95.E Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of CDS, LA R.S. 40:1023 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, LA R.S. 40:982 Second or Subsequent Offense, and 2 counts of 14:91.13 Illegal Use of CDS In the Presence of Persons Under 17. She was later booked into DeSoto Parish Detention Center.

Shelby Savings Bank announces promotions

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Kendal Rogers

Shelby Savings Bank board chairman Rick Campbell is pleased to announce the promotion of four employees. Ana Arcibar, Michele Askew, Josh Jones and Schyler Magdziak have been named assistant vice presidents.

"These four are vital members of the Shelby Savings Bank team," Campbell said. "Their performance has been impressive, and their commitment to the community and the bank is inspiring. It's exciting to see their hard work pay off, and we know these promotions will help us better serve our customers."

Arcibar has been with Shelby Savings Bank for five years and serves as a mortgage loan officer. She moved to East Texas from El Paso in 1995 and attended Center High School. She began her career in real estate, working as a title examiner for five years before entering the banking industry in 2010.

Askew has been with Shelby Savings Bank for seven years and serves as assistant compliance officer. A graduate of Center High School, she attended Panola College and owned a Mission Foods distribution business before entering the banking industry. She serves on the CASA board and is a sister in the Eta Rho sorority.

Jones is a Shelbyville native who has been with Shelby Savings Bank for two years and serves as a loan officer. He graduated from Texas A&M, is a member of the Shelbyville Lion's Club and attends Ephesus Baptist Church.

Magdziak worked for Tyson Foods for three years before entering the banking industry. She has been with Shelby Savings Bank for more than a year and opened the Palestine loan production office last June. She graduated from Stephen F. Austin in 2011 with a degree in animal science and has plans to pursue her MBA through Texas A&M's online program. She is active in Rotary and the Chamber of Commerce and enjoys barrel racing and training barrel horses on the weekends.

Bank officials expressed great pride in their employees and said it was an honor to announce these four promotions.

"We have some of the finest people in East Texas working for us," said Will Lucas, Shelby Savings Bank president and COO. "It's a pleasure working beside them, and we enjoy seeing them grow in their careers."

Shelby County Savings Association officially opened on July 27, 1982, in a portable building on Austin Street in Center. Today, Shelby Savings Bank has five locations - two in Center with branches in San Augustine and Hemphill and a loan production office in Palestine - 76 employees and, as of Dec. 31, 2014, $262,202,668 in working assets.

AS FLOODING THREATENS TEXAS, TxDOT URGES DRIVERS TO OBEY TRAFFIC LAWS DURING HOLIDAY TRAVEL

Posted About Nine Years Ago

AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Transportation urges drivers to “TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN” as flooding continues to be a serious concern in the state with more storms in the forecast for the Memorial Day weekend. Rainfall totals have already approached 20 inches in some parts of Texas, saturating the ground and setting up the potential for more flooding and possible road closures.

“For many Texas families, Memorial Day weekend kicks off the start of a summer filled with road trips and recreation, so we want to make sure everyone arrives alive to each destination,” said John Barton, TxDOT deputy executive director. “Not only is it important for families to obey
all traffic laws when driving, but they also need to keep an eye on the weather and make sure their windshield wipers, turn signals and tires are in proper working order.”

With heavy rains continuing around the state through Memorial Day weekend, TxDOT reminds drivers to take extra precautions by following these tips:

* If water is covering a road, don’t try to cross. As little as six inches of water can float some vehicles.
* It is illegal to remove barricades blocking lower water crossings. Penalties can range from $200 to $1,000 and/or two years in jail. * Never try to walk, swim or drive through swift water.
* If your vehicle stalls in deep water, leave it and move to higher ground if you can do so safely.
* Turn around; don’t drown.
* Always wear a seat belt and never drive under the influence of alcohol. In 2014, there were 37 fatalities on Texas roadways over the Memorial Day weekend. Ten victims were not wearing seat belts at the time of the crash and 15 were killed due to impaired drivers.

Additionally, TxDOT reminds drivers to keep their vehicles maintained. As part of its “Drive Clean Texas[3]” air quality campaign, TxDOT offers the “Roadcents” Web app to help drivers save money, reduce tailpipe emissions and keep vehicles operating efficiently by driving smart.

Being well-rested and sharing driving responsibilities also are recommended. Across the state, TxDOT operates 12 Travel Information Centers[5] where visitors can rest, get directions and stretch their legs. The centers are staffed by professional travel counselors who welcome visitors, help with routings and provide information on points of interest, events and road conditions. Internet access, restrooms and picnic tables also are available.

Public notice regarding destruction of Special Education records in the Joaquin ISD

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/21/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 21, 2015-Boo Bullying in SEC

May 22, 2015-Scholarship Assembly; Senior Celebration at the Youth Center
RSVP Required.

May 25, 2015-Texas State Solo & Ensemble Hendrickson HS Pflugerville

May 26, 2015-PK4 Field Trip to Zoo; Elementary Field Day

May 27, 2015- Elementary Awards in SEC 9:00 am

May 28, 2015-Early Release 11:30 am; End of 6th Grading Period; Graduation

May 29, 2015-Teacher In-Service/Student Holiday

Senior Spotlight

Kolton Flores

Parents/Grandparents: Linda & Jose Flores

Best Friend in School: Kyleigh Vesper

What Career Field Pursuing: Culinary

JaQuarious Williams

Nickname: Money

Parents/Grandparents: Shirley Thomas

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Band; Track

Favorite High School Memory: Football and Band Trip to New York

Best Friend in School: Cobe Caraway; Kebo Reed

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending? Panola

What Career Field Pursuing: Business

Taylor Walton

Nickname: Tayy

Parents/Grandparents: Tracy & Tracy Walton

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Basketball; BETA

Favorite High School Memory: Playing around in Mrs. Armstrong's room

Best Friend in School: TaKameria; Ashton; Mikaela; Trevin; Tiffani

Favorite Song: Love Don't Change

Favorite Book: All of the Bluford

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: Kilgore College

What Career Field are you pursuing? Medical

William "Seth" Wyatt

Parents/Grandparents: Billy & Katha Wyatt

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Track; Band; BETA; JCC;
FFA; Baseball

Offices Held: Drum Major; Senior Class President

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: Texas A & M

What Career Field are you pursuing? Communications

Band Update:

The Roarin' Band from Tigerland arrived back into Tenaha at approx. 6:30am. The students, directors, bus drivers, and chaperone teachers are completely exhausted after this 7 day trip (including those teachers that continued rigorous instruction in Tenaha while we were gone)! However, it's worth it when you think of the excitement and overall educational experience these students from the little town of Tenaha, TX were provided. Rewarding hard working students with the best educational experiences and opportunities should always be the number one priority of any school district, regardless of how tough it may be on us teachers to pull it off. Thankfully Tenaha I.S.D. understands that.

Thank you Tenaha I.S.D. for providing these kids with memories that will
last a lifetime!

The SCHOLARSHIP Assembly for Seniors is on May 22nd @ 9:30 a.m. in our SEC.
Parents-guardians-relatives are welcome. A reception will follow. Seniors are asked to dress to impress in their nice clothes as if going for an interview.

We look forward to recognizing the Class of 2015 for all of their hard work.
Karen Fallin

Notice:

The Tenaha ISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for
all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or
disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal
service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:

Tenaha ISD Cafeteria

138 College Street

Tenaha TX 75661

June 1st, 2015-June 30th, 2015

Monday thru Thursday Starting June 2nd, 2015

Breakfast- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch- 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

DETEC power outage update @ 12:40 p.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

As of 12:40 PM approximately less than 30 members are without power due to the morning storms. Theses members are scattered in Nacogdoches, San Augustine, Sabine and Jasper Counties.

Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative would like to thank the membership for their patience as crews have worked to restore power as quickly as possible. DETEC is proud of the hard work and extra hours crews have endured this storm season - thank a Lineman when you see one!

If you are still experiencing an outage please report it to DETEC at 1-800-392-5986.

DETEC power outage update @ 12:30 p.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

Currently DETEC is reporting approximately 350 weather related outages.

Nacogdoches Co. - approx. 150 - FM 225 area, west of Nacogdoches
Sabine Co. - approx. 200 - lake area of FM 3520

Crews are working to restore power as quickly and as safely as possible.

DETEC would like to remind members to be safe - STAY AWAY FROM ALL DOWNED LINES. Consider them all to be live and dangerous. Call DETEC at 1-800-392-5986 to report downed lines and outages.

Timpson Bear Band Boosters postpone BBQ Monday, to reschedule

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Since the Memorial Day program was cancelled in Timpson for Monday, the Timpson Bear Band Booster have made the decision to postpone their BBQ fundraiser. Band Boosters say they will reschedule, soon.

Weather Update @ 11 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

Already 1.69" (San Augustine). IIt will slack off this afternoon and tomorrow and Sat will return to widely scattered afternoon t storms. nothing severe.

Cold front and pacific/gulf air collided further south than forecast...right over us. late sat sun mon will b another round of heavy rain as another low comes our way.

I',m in Austin and from Madisonville thru North Zulch cattle are standing in knee deep water. Areas of hwy 21 show signs of sand mud and debris at one time was over the hwy and created lots of pot holes.

Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Potential inclement weather forces postponement of Timpson Memorial Day program on Monday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Center Broadcasting has received information that the Timpson Memorial Day program Monday has been cancelled due to the threat of inclement weather. The program is sponsored by the Timpson ISD and American Legion.

DETEC reporting outages this morning

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Currently DETEC is reporting approximately 600 weather related outages.

Shelby Co. - approx. 50
San Augustine Co. - approx. 380 - Outages in Shelby and San Augustine Counties are primarily along Hwy 147 N in the Hawthorne, Bland Lake and Calgary Communities
Nacogdoches Co. - approx. 150 - FM 225 area, west of Nacogdoches
Sabine Co. - less than 20

Crews are working to restore power as quickly and as safely as possible.

DETEC would like to remind members to be safe - STAY AWAY FROM ALL DOWNED LINES. Consider them all to be live and dangerous. Call DETEC at 1-800-392-5986 to report downed lines and outages.

My Five Cents...A weekly column from Sen. Robert Nichols

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sen. Robert Nichols

This weekend, our country will observe Memorial Day and remember the sacrifices of the military men and women who gave their lives serving our nation. I hope we all take time to give thanks for those who sacrificed everything for our nation so we might live free.

Here are five things that happened this week at your Texas Capitol:

1. Gold Star Mothers

The Texas Legislature recently passed legislation designating the last Sunday in September as Gold Star Mother's Day, to honor those who have lost children while they served in the United States Armed Forces.

The name 'Gold Star Mothers' comes from the custom, started in World War I and continued today, where military families would put up a service flag near their front window. The flag featured a blue star for each family member serving their country and gold stars honoring those who were killed while serving. As we remember our fallen soldiers this weekend during Memorial Day, let us also remember those who have lost loved ones.

2.Sharia Law

Over the past few months, you may have heard about sharia law and legislation filed this session which would prevent courts in the state from enforcing sharia law. While Texas currently has laws in place which prevent courts in our state from enforcing any foreign laws or court decisions, these proposed bills would reinforce this.

Texans should be reassured they are protected from these foreign laws infiltrating our court systems. As these bills continue to move through the Legislature in these last few days of session, I have and will continue to support any measure that reinforces this strict prohibition.

3. Veto Methods

As session is slowly drawing to a close, more bills are being passed by both chambers and sent to the governor's office. Upon receipt, the governor has 10 days to review and either sign or veto a bill before it automatically becomes law. In addition, the governor has the power of line-item veto, where he can remove certain provisions listed in the bill without killing the entire piece of legislation.

While the Legislature may in theory override a veto with a two-thirds vote, that is impossible if session has ended. Because almost all legislation is finally passed in the last days of session, there are very few bills the Legislature could revive should the governor veto it. This makes the governor's veto a very powerful tool as it can completely shut down legislation despite its passage by the Legislature. I will continue to keep you updated as we finish out the last few days of session.

4. Beekeepers in Texas

Did you know every third bit of food consumed by the average Texan is made as a result of honey bee pollination? Our state has about 125 commercial beekeepers and has seen a significant increase in beekeeping hobbyist over the past decade. While the beekeeping industry plays a small part in the state's agriculture industry, they play a vital role in ensuring Texans have a viable food source.

Under current Texas law, a beekeeper who extracts honey produced by his own bees and offers it for sale falls under certain regulations and must obtain a license from the Department of State Health Services. In addition, there is no distinction under current law between hobbyists and larger honey producers.

This week, the Legislature passed SB 1766, for which I am a co-author, which exempts small scale and beekeeping hobbyists who annually produce less than 2,500 pounds of honey from the licensing requirement. I am proud many beekeepers call Senate District 3 home and I look forward to continue to protect their interests in Austin.

5.License Plates

When driving down the road, I am sure you have seen numerous different types of license plates on vehicles which recognize a favorite sports team, college or organization. You might have also seen those that honor individuals and their families for their service to our country. While the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and My Plates can approve, design and sell specialty plates, the Texas Legislature has to approve license plates that are offered to individuals (such as veterans) for a free or reduced fee.

This session, approximately 100 new license plates have been approved through the Senate Transportation Committee, of which I am Chair. So the next time you are driving and see a license plate honoring one of our brave veterans, make sure you give them a friendly wave in recognition of their service.

Shelby County Grand Jury hands down indictments this week

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The January Term of the 273rd District Court Grand Jury for Shelby County convened this week and handed down a number of indictments.

Among those were several Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (second degree felony), including two against Daryl McSwain for trying to use a 2001 Ford pickup to ram motorcycles driven by Robert Mitchell Miller and Dusten Byrd off the road, and then exhibited a deadly weapon. The incident reportedly occured on Aug. 21, 2014.

Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon indictments, were also brought against Jahir Garcia-Luna and William Brandon Smith for shooting April Rochelle Peterson with an air-soft rifle on Aug. 18, 2014. Garcia-Luna and Smith both received an additional indictment of Tampering with or Fabricating Physical Evidence (third degree felony), for concealing the rifle.

Erick Sanchez, Assault Bodily Injury (third degree felony), July 18, 2014, intentionally impeded the normal breathing of Milagro Gonzalez.

William Harold Lovell III, Intoxication Assault (third degree felony), Aug. 15, 2013, caused serioud bodily injury to Alicia Cruse by intentional reckless driving causing vehicle he was driving to rollover. He had a blood alcohol concentration of at least.08.

Carrie Moore Wilkins, Driving While Intoxicated with Child Passenger (state jail felony), Aug. 18, 2014, operated a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated with passenger younger than 15.

Maria De Los Angeles Mendoza-Lemus, Fraudulent Use or Possession of Identifying Information (state jail felony), Aug. 28, 2014, Without consent of Cathryn Spaulding used her Social Security number to gain employment.

Massaud Williams, Burglary of a Habitation (second degree felony), July 11, 2014, entered habitaton without consent of Atoshia Ayers and committed theft of property.

Massaud Williams, Evading Arrest-Prior Convictions (state jail felony), Dec. 6, 2014, intentionally fled Center PD Officer Thornburgh who was attempting to lawfully arrest or detain him.

Ashley Shaunte Fredieu, Credit Card/Debit Card Abuse Against the Elderly (third degree felony), Aug. 16, 2014, attempted to use a Master Card without consent of Ola M. Gardner, an elderly invidual 65 years of age or older at Walmart.

Mitchell Lynn Garrett, Evading Arrest (third degree felony), Aug. 25, 2014, intentionally fled Center PD Officer, Sgt. Burkhalter.

Leonel Hernandez, Evading Arrest (third degree felony), Aug. 10, 2014, intentionlly fled Center PD Officer Thornburgh.

Jamison Rashard Swindle, Possession of a Controlled Substance, (second degree felony) & Delivery of a Controlled Substance (second degree felony) July 3, 2014. Also, Delivery of a Controlled Substance on June 27, 2014.

Aubrey Calvin Pearson, Failure to Register as a Sex Offender (third degree felony), Jan. 24, 2015.

Hollis Neel Farris, Theft (third degree felony), July 7, 2014, stole a Black Angus Bull from Paul Hancock without consent of owner with intent to deprive the owner of the property.

Michael Shermane Johnson, Possession of a Controlled Substance (third degree felony), July 30, 2014.

Glendon Dale Webb, Possession of a Controlled Substance (third degree felony), July 5, 2014.

David Nathan Lewis, Jr., Failure to Stop and Render Aid (third degree felony), May 4, 2014, drove a vehicle that became involved in a accident resulting in damage to a vehicle, left the scene without giving his name, address and registration number of the vehicle to Jedediah Dale Davenport, the driver of the vehicle collided with.

Chadwick Obrien Bradshaw, Possession of a Controlled Substance (state jail felony), July 4, 2014.

Jose Luis Garay, Evading Arrest (third degree felony) Aug. 16, 2014, intentionally fled from Game Warden Nathan Skeen, who was attempting to lawfully arrest or detain defendant.

Agustin S. Jimenez, Driving While Intoxicated (third degree felony), July 19, 2014.

NOTE: Indictment does not mean guilt. The use of a grand jury indictment is intended to ensure that a prosecutor brings a case to trial only if there is probable cause to support the crime was committed by a suspect.

Family searching for lost pet

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Please help us find Remi. Last seen this at 9:20 am May 20, 2015 around highway 7 and CR 3000. Please call Matthew or LeAnn Rafferty936.269.9156 or 713.4192721

CHS CNA and Phlebotomy Students Receive Certification

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

The CHS CNA and Phlebotomy students recently completed their program and received their pins.

The CNA students, under the direction of Judy Lee and Kathy Camp had to complete a total of 112 classroom and clinical hours as well as take the exam. The following students received their certification:

Paola Bazaldua
Jakyric Driver
Erika Figueroa
Rylee Hudspeth
Faith Lengl
Riley Mitchell
Patty Romo
Kaleth Salazar
Brianna Ward

The Phlebotomy students, under the instruction of Nicole Vaughn had to complete 120 classroom hours and 120 clinical hours in order to received their certiciation. The group passed their exam in May after having classroom and clinical time. The following students are now certified in phlebotomy:

Jessica Alexander
Carla Almaguer
Madalyn Bartley
Marissa Macias
Taighen Mathews
Macayla Perry
Landri Roberts
Estefany Robledo
Kelsie Waller

URGENT: Mayfest cancelled â€" rescheduling for June

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Bob Bashaw

The annual Mayfest scheduled for today at Lufkin’s Pitser Garrison Convention Center has been cancelled. Heavy rains in the Lufkin area have rendered many streets and highways impassable.

The event’s sponsors, the Area Agency on Aging and 2-1-1 Texas of Deep East Texas will reschedule Mayfest for sometime in June.

Flood Advisory issued for area

Posted About Nine Years Ago

FLOOD ADVISORY
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SHREVEPORT LA
839 AM CDT THU MAY 21 2015

RED RIVER LA-CLAIBORNE LA-BOSSIER LA-CADDO LA-BIENVILLE LA-
WEBSTER LA-LINCOLN LA-NATCHITOCHES LA-DE SOTO LA-RUSK TX-SHELBY TX-
GREGG TX-HARRISON TX-PANOLA TX-
839 AM CDT THU MAY 21 2015

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SHREVEPORT HAS ISSUED A

* URBAN AND SMALL STREAM FLOOD ADVISORY FOR...
  RED RIVER PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...
  SOUTHERN CLAIBORNE PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...
  SOUTHERN BOSSIER PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...
  CADDO PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...
  BIENVILLE PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...
  WEBSTER PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...
  LINCOLN PARISH IN NORTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA...
  NORTHWESTERN NATCHITOCHES PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...
  DE SOTO PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...
  NORTHERN RUSK COUNTY IN NORTHEASTERN TEXAS...
  NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTY IN EASTERN TEXAS...
  SOUTHERN GREGG COUNTY IN NORTHEASTERN TEXAS...
  HARRISON COUNTY IN NORTHEASTERN TEXAS...
  PANOLA COUNTY IN NORTHEASTERN TEXAS...

* UNTIL 1130 AM CDT

* AT 837 AM CDT...DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED HEAVY RAIN DUE TO
  THUNDERSTORMS. THIS WILL CAUSE URBAN AND SMALL STREAM FLOODING IN
  THE ADVISORY AREA. ONE TO TWO INCHES OF RAIN HAVE ALREADY
  FALLEN...WITH RAINFALL RATES INCREASING.

* SOME LOCATIONS THAT WILL EXPERIENCE FLOODING INCLUDE...
  SHREVEPORT...LONGVIEW...BOSSIER CITY...MARSHALL...RUSTON...
  HENDERSON...MINDEN...KILGORE...CARTHAGE...MANSFIELD...GRAMBLING...
  HOMER...HALLSVILLE...HAUGHTON...GREENWOOD...ARCADIA...BLANCHARD...
  WASKOM...COUSHATTA AND BENTON.

ADDITIONAL RAINFALL OF ONE TO TWO INCHES IS EXPECTED OVER THE AREA.
THIS ADDITIONAL RAIN WILL MAKE MINOR FLOODING...AS GROUND REMAINS
VERY SATURATED FROM PREVIOUS RAINFALLS.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE INTO AREAS WHERE THE WATER COVERS THE
ROADWAY. THE WATER DEPTH MAY BE TOO GREAT TO ALLOW YOUR CAR TO CROSS
SAFELY. MOVE TO HIGHER GROUND.

DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF FLOOD WATERS. ONLY A FEW INCHES OF
RAPIDLY FLOWING WATER CAN QUICKLY CARRY AWAY YOUR VEHICLE.

TO REPORT FLOODING...HAVE THE NEAREST LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY RELAY
YOUR REPORT TO THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE FORECAST OFFICE.

Flood Warning continues for Sabine River at Logansport through Monday afternoon

Posted About Nine Years Ago

FLOOD STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SHREVEPORT LA
826 AM CDT THU MAY 21 2015

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...


Do not drive vehicles through flooded waterways.  Use caution when
walking near flooded riverbanks.  Do not try to wade or swim in
flooded rivers and bayous.


The flood warning continues for
  the Sabine River At Logansport, Louisiana.
* until Monday afternoon...or until the warning is cancelled.
* At 745 AM Thursday the stage was 28.7 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 28 feet.
* Forecast...The river will continue to fall to below flood stage by
  Sunday evening.  Also the Sabine River crested at 29.3 feet during
  Wednesday evening at Logansport, Louisiana.
* Impact...at 28.0 feet...Expect lowland flooding problems of the
  heavily wooded floodplain to continue for several days.

Center ISD Literary Magazine available for purchase

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

The first Center ISD Literary Magazine, *Artisan*, is now available at the high school for *$4.00*. Please email sydney.brookshire@centerisd.org if
you would like one delivered to your campus.

Over 40 students across the district have had their writing, illustrations and designs published in the magazine. Support our dedicated artisans by purchasing yours today!

Quantity is limited.

Shower & thunderstorms, chances pick up Sunday & Monday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 77. Northeast wind around 10 mph.

Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 62. Northeast wind around 5 mph.

Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 79. East wind 5 to 10 mph.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 67.

Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 84.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Sunday: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 84.

Sunday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 71.

Memorial Day: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorm, high near 81.

Monday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 85.

Local Sports Round Up 05/21/15; Riders open region quarterfinal series with Hudson tonight

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Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughriders will enter the third round of the Class 4A state baseball playoffs against Hudson in a best-of-three region quarterfinal series in Gary beginning tonight. First pitch is set for 7 p.m. You have to go back almost 40 years to find a Rider team that has gone this far in the state playoffs. Game 2 is scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, and if necessary, Game 3 would be at 1 p.m.

Hudson was Dist. 20-4A champion, going 7-2, with both loses coming to Jasper (7-6 & 2-1). The Hornets enter tonight's series after winning 2-of-3 (2-0, 2-4 & 5-0) from Rusk in bi-district and a one-game area win over Lorena (2-0).

Meanwhile, the Riders have swept their two playoff series over Huntington and Groesbeck, outscoring the opponent 44-5.

The Center/Hudson winner will move on to the region semi-finals against the Bridge City/Huffman Hargrave winner. That one game playoff is being played in Baytown Friday night.

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call. A reminder, you can also listen to the broadcast via our website at cbc-radio.com or download the free Tune-In radio app for your I-phone or Android device and type in KQBB.

CLASS 4A REGION III

Center (22-3-1) vs. Hudson (21-10
Regional Quarterfinals
Game 1 Thursday at 7pm at Gary, Center visitors
Game 2 at 7pm at Gary, Center home
Game 3, if needed, Saturday at 1pm at Gary

W24 Bridge City (19-8) Vs. W23 Huffman Hargrave (22-4)

One Game: Friday, May 22nd @ Baytown Sterling, 7:00

R19 Carthage (17-10) Vs. W17 Robinson (22-5-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Mesquite Tillery, 6:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Mesquite Tillery, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

T24 West Orange-Stark (20-7) Vs. W21 Bellville (20-7)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Barbers Hill, 7:30

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Barbers Hill, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Barbers Hill, 2:00

CLASS 3A REGION III

W20 Academy (23-4-1) Vs. W19 West (24-2-1)

Game 1: Wednesday, May 20th @ Georgetown Eastview, 7:30

R21 Elkhart (21-10) Vs. W23 Buna (17-5)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 1:00

R19 Clifton (20-4-2) Vs. T19 Teague (15-7-2)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Midway, 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Midway, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Midway, 3:00

R23 Warren (20-7) Vs. W21 New Waverly (19-8-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Kingwood, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Kingwood, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

CLASS 2A REGION III

R17 James Bowie v R19 Harleton

Game 1 – Thursday May 21 at 6pm at Hughes Springs

Game 2 – Friday, May 22 at 6pm at Hughes Springs

Game 3 – if needed Saturday at 2pm

West Sabine vs. Colmesneil

(Best-of-three series)

At Lamar or Port Neches

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

Union Grove vs. Maud

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

Beckville vs. Centerville

(Best-of-three series)

At Pollok Central HS

· Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Softball state playoffs:

CLASS 4A REGION III

Carthage vs. Huffman Hargrave

(Best-of-three series)

At Lufkin Hudson HS

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION II

Hughes Springs vs. Pilot Point

(Best-of-three series)

At Bonham HS

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 7 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION III

White Oak vs. Woodville

CLASS 2A REGION III

Cayuga vs. Cushing

(Best-of-three series)

At Mumford HS

· Game 1: 5 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 2: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Harleton vs. Grapeland

· One-game playoff: 6:30 p.m. Thursday (May 21), Bullard’s Brook Hill School

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6, at Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road outside Center. Clint Tanner said there will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers, Collin Matthews with a gun safety demo, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and kids enjoy a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Tenaha ISD Board scheduled to make hire of new AD/head football coach June 4

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Hiring a replacement for Terry Ward as Tenaha ISD AD/head football coach could happen in two weeks. A trustee meeting is scheduled for June 4 at which time a job offer will likely be made.

According to the administration office, applications for the position are being taken through today, Thursday.

The job description states that Superintendent Scott Tyner is screening applicants through June 1, and will make his report of the top candidates to the board at that time.

The site states the board will select and offer a contract to the candidate on June 4.

Ward presented his letter of resignation May 13 after eight years with the Tenaha ISD and left the same day to pursue the head job with the Harleton ISD.

Ward was the Tigers' head football coach for six years, a state championship in 2011, and a return trip as state finalist the following year and semi-finalist in 2013 & 2014.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/20/15--05/21/15

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Arrest Report

5/20/15—5/21/15

Shelby County:

Laporchea McCowin, 22, Shelbyville, Warrant-Theft

Tony Smith, 31, Center, Terroristic Threat against a Public Official

Jermonte Monroe, 20, Mansfield, La., Possession of Marijuana

Jerry Wayne Akins, 28, Lufkin, Violation of Probation, Original Charge: Theft

Jonathan B. Lout, 35, Center, Public Intoxication

Theresa Novascone, 22, Rosenberg, Possession of Marijuana & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Gryson Drew Allen, 28, Sugar Land, Possession of Marijuana & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Timothy Lenard Johnson, 33, Center, Harrassment

San Augustine County:

Corey Galicia, 24, Galveston, Theft

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

San Augustine County man loses life in one-vehicle accident Wednesday

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A San Augustine County man has died from injuries sustained in a one-vehicle accident around 6:15 a.m. Wednesday morning.

According to DPS Communications Lufkin, 23-year old Jesse Rae Welch of Bronson was driving a 2013 Dodge Durango, heading northwest on FM 3279, some 10 miles southeast of Bronson, when for unknown reason left the roadway and overturned.

Welch was pronounced dead at the scene by JP Billy Williams.

Funeral service for Jesse Welch will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.

Timpson City Council members receive oath, employees recognized

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At their meeting Tuesday the Timpson City Council canvassed the results of the May 9 election after it was declared incumbent George Grace had won re-election by one vote after two provisional votes had been declared legal the week before.

Grace, along with other incumbents Janell Baker and Kyle Allen were given their oaths of office by Timpson Municipal Judge James Bogue. Councilman Ronnie Wolfe was then re-elected as Mayor Pro Tem.

Recognized were city employees Tommy Sparks for 29 years, Police Chief Kent Graham with 5 years and Thomas Jernigan with 2 years of employment.

Mayor Debra Smith said the City of Timpson will start the new budget process at the June meeting.

There's already speculation Timpson Council will again revisit a possible reduction in force of the city's five-member police department when budgets are reviewed.

San Augustine City Council gives OK to company to pursue grant monies

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The San Augustine City Council gave the OK to Harold Hunter of Communities Unlimited to begin a search for governmental grants, loans and other funds that would assist the city in repairing and upgrading its utility infrastructure.

City Secretary Cinda Garner said the decision was made during the council's meeting Tuesday. Hunter advised his fees would be paid by another party, not the city.

Ms. Garner said the discussion concerning the purchase of a possible oral history center was tabled.

No action was taken by the San Augustine Council when they reconvened after executive session. Ms. Garner said one city manager candidate was interviewed at Tuesday's meeting.

San Augustine man jailed for throwing grandson against wall, other charges

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A San Augustine man remains in jail after he threw his young grandson into a wall.

San Augustine Police arrested 48-year old James O’Neil Brown last Friday and charged him with Injury to a Child for refusing to let the 9-year old in out of the rain then committed the physical assault.

It was after Brown’s daughter and grandson went to police to report the incident he was taken into custody. He was also charged with Criminal Trespass and Assault by Threat.

The youngsters stated after asking his grandfather if he could come inside the house to put on some shoes to keep his feet from getting wet, Brown would not let him in. The boy came inside the house, was hunted down by Brown, who grabbed the youngster by the shirt and reportedly threw him into a wall.

The Criminal Trespass and Assault by Threat charges resulted from a separate incident at Sunset Hills complex early on May 15. Brown said he was sprayed in the face with mace at his daughter’s apartment. He got angry, started yelling and threatened her. He then reportedly threw a spray bottled at his daughter, and she then sprayed him with the pepper spray.

The report stated because a criminal trespass warning had been issued to Brown, he shouldn’t have been at the apartment complex.

Reminder: Center Emergency facility Grand Opening ribbon cutting postponed

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A reminder, the grand opening ribbon cutting for the Center Emergency and Diagnostic Imaging Facility that was scheduled for today, had been postponed until a later date.

Buster Bounds tabbed Town Historian

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Center businessman Buster Bounds was named by the Shelby County Historical Commission recently as Center Town Historian.

Bounds is the second so citizen receiving the honor, the late Mattie Dellinger being the first.

During a ceremony with family and friends May 14 at the historic Shelby County Courthouse, Buster accepted a plaque from the commission.

He has video archived hundreds of interviews of citizens telling the history of the area. Combined with Mattie’s written history, it’s safe to say Center and Shelby County’s history will live on.

Center High Awards & National Honor Society induction ceremony this afternoon

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The Center High School Student Awards and National Honor Society has been set for today, Thursday, May 21st.

The National Honor Society Induction Ceremony will be in the CHS Library at 4:00 PM.

The Student Awards will be in the CHS Cafetorium at 5:00 PM.

"Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest" underway for annual Sheriff's Posse Rodeo, sign-up ends Monday

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Time is running out to enter the 62nd Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Pro Rodeo coming "Cowboy Up" Your Store Front contest.

You're asked to deck your business store front out in full western flair.

Businesses will be judged by members of the community, and the judging will take place on Thursday, June 4th.

Storefronts will be judged on originality, color, and characteristics.

First Place pays out $250 plus 8 rodeo tickets; second place pays out $150 plus 4 rodeo tickets.

There is no entry fee to participate in the contest. If you would like to enter the Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest, stop by Center Broadcasting Company offices at 307 San Augustine Street in Center to pick up your required entry form, or visit us our website at cbc-radio.com.

For more information contact Boo Klein at 936-590-0661.

Forms must be turned in to Center Broadcasting, 307 San Augustine Street in Center on or before May 25th. Each business will be issued a number upon returning the completed entry form.

Winners will be judged on Thursday, June 4^th, and announced on Fri. morning on the KQBB 100.5 and KDET 930AM; and at rodeo.

Funeral Notices: 05/21/15

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Obits:

Mangum Funeral Home announces a graveside service for 86-year old Ruth Reeve of Alvin, formerly of Tenaha. She passed away Wednesday in Alvin. Graveside will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at New Prospect Cemetery, Timpson. Among Ruth Reeve’s survivors are sons, Joseph & Susan Reeve of Amarillo, Kenneth & Jeanette Reeve of Alvin and Van & Anita Reeve of Houston.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine announces service for 23-year old Jesse Rae Welch of Bronson. He passed away Wednesday, May 20 from injuries sustained in a automobile accident. He was a pipeline and also worked in the log woods. Service will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 24 at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with burial at Dickerson Cemetery, San Augustine County. Visitation will be Friday & Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. Among Jesse Rae Welch’s survivors are his wife, Carolyn Welch of San Augustine County, 3 children, Kacie, Bentlee and Baylee Welch of San Augustine County; Parents, Jerry and Teresa Welch of San Augustine County; sister, Jessica Welch of Broaddus; brother, Jerry Welch of Bronson; grandparents, C.P. and Sue Ray of Etoile, Jodie Welch of San Augustine, and Pat and Carroll Adkins of San Augustine.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine announces service for 65-year old Steven McCauley of Hemphill, formerly of San Augustine. He passed away last Friday in Hemphill. Service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, with burial in Parker Cemetery in San Augustine County. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces a memorial service for 77-year old Charlie Marvin Mills of Houston, formerly of San Augustine. He passed away in January in Houston. Visitation will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Old Salem Cemetery in Sabine County. He was a 1955 graduate of San Augustine High School and owned and operated Aaron’s Septic Tank business.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces pending service for 73-year old Mrs. Maurine Bailey of Center. She passed away Monday at her residence.

CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Services in Timpson and Hicks Mortuary of Center announces service for Martha Price of Nacogdoches, a native of San Augustine. Service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Zion Bapist Church in San Augustine, with burial to follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery. A private visitation will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Chapel in Timpson.

Dickerson, Jones take Teacher of the Year honors at Wednesday's appreciation reception

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Recognized as the "Shelby County Elementary Teacher of the Year" at the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce's Teacher Appreciation Reception was Nancy Dickerson (left), the Excelsior ISD Teacher of the Year. Presenting the award is Education Committee Chairman, Kelly Lucas. The annual event was held at the Windham Civic Center Wednesday. Photo by Jenny Fancher

Shelbyville Middle School Teacher of the Year Jared Jones is presented the "Shelby County Secondary Teacher of the Year" award by Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Education Committee Chairman Kelly Lucas during Wednesday's Teacher Appreciation Reception at the Windham Civic Center. Photo by Jenny Fancher

Veterans Monument to be dedicated at Bethel Cemetery in Nacogdoches County Saturday

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On Saturday, May 23rd, 2015 a Veterans Monument will be dedicated at the Bethel Cemetery in Nacogdoches County.

US Army/Navy Veteran James McLain has spearheaded this project for the past several years. The ceremony will begin at 11 am with Jerry Shumate acting as MC. After the ceremony which is expected to last about 20 - 30 minutes a complimentary BBQ lunch will be served. Comrade McLain has asked that I extend a cordial invitation to all
veterans.

Bethel Cemetery is located south of Hwy 59 on CR 941. Stay on 941 until you
come to FM 2609 and the Cemetery is next to the Bethel Baptist Church. (See
link to google map below)

https://www.google.com/maps/@31.7188987,-94.6034723,15z

Funeral Notice: Jesse Rae Welch

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Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine announces service for 23-year old Jesse Rae Welch, of San Augustine County. He passed away Wednesday, May 20. He was a pipeline and also worked in the log woods.

Service will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 24 at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with burial at Dickerson Cemetery, San Augustine County.

Visitation will be Friday & Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.

Jesse was born to Jerry and Teresa (Yarbrough) in Center, Texas on Jan. 13, 1992.

Left to cherish memories are his wife, Carolyn Welch of San Augustine County, 3 children, Kacie, Bentlee and Baylee Welch of San Augustine County; Parents, Jerry and Teresa Welch of San Augustine County; sister, Jessica Welch of Broaddus; brother, Jerry Welch of Bronson; grandparents, C.P. and Sue Ray of Etoile, Jodie Welch of San Augustine, Pat and Carroll Adkins of San Augustine; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Pallbearers will be Jerry Welch, J.T. Parker, Chris Byley, Westley Hightower, Shelton Williams, Jason Cartwright. Honorary Pallbearers are Sam McGee, Steve Dwire, Kevin Welch, William Paul Allen and Micah Hightower.

Graveside Service Notice: Ruth Reeve

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Ruth Reeve, 86, of Alvin formerly of Tenaha, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2015 in Alvin, Texas.

Graveside Service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 23, 2015 at New Prospect Cemetery in Timpson.

She was born September 6, 1928 in Tenaha to Joseph Artist and Mattie (Cochran) Deaton.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Mattie Deaton and her Husband, Robert Charlie Reeve, Jr.

She is survived by:

Sons:

Joseph Reeve & wife, Susan of Amarillo

Kenneth Reeve & wife, Jeanette of Alvin

Van Reeve & wife, Anita of Houston

5 Grandchildren

5 Great Grandchildren

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

Center High School Class of 2015 benefits from scholarships

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Center High School Scholarship Awards 2015

Thanks to the generosity of the community in which we live, 84% of the Class of 2015 received a scholarship of some type!

Military Recognition

U.S. Army – Jordan Puckett

Foundations

Bonehill Foundation

Cesia Salvador, Rhaelyn Pitts, Madalyn Bartley, Tarsheanna Bauer, Traven Bolton, Josh Burns, Elizabeth Chadwick, Tory Davis, Chris Dunn, Erika Figueroa, Trista Fountain, Patty Romo, Kaleth Salazar, Nehemias Santana, Vanessa Solis, Cecilia Soto, Marissa Tomlin, Taylor Tomlin, Alyssa Waller, Kesie Waller, Chang Wang, Brianna Ward, Samantha Gonzalez, Ethan Hairgrove, DeVincent Hoyt, Rylee Hudspeth, Rani Jamison, Gabriela Landin, Faith Lengl, Alec Lucas, Kamden Lucas, Taighen Mathews, Jesse McGraw, Jacob Mitchell, Riley Jo Mitchell, Miguel Mora, Diana Perez, Adam Reeves, Justin Renfro, Vanessa Renteria

Heritage Achievement Foundation

James Holt, Jessica Johnson, Venessa Renteria, Jazmin Romo, Nehemias Santana

Sand Hill Foundation, LLC – Paige Sims

Roughrider Scholarship Foundation

In memory of Catherine Pinkston – Madalyn Bartley

In memory of Mann Pinkston –Allan Avendano

In memory of Bobby Pinkston – Estefany Robledo

In memory of Bob and Mildred Pinkston – Landri Roberts

In memory of F.E. Parker – Demario Riley

In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Massey – Chardonnay Perodin

In memory of Aileen and Forney Parker –Ka’lyn Rhodes

In memory of Homer Bryce- Austin Wright

In honor of John D. Griffin – Dallas O’Donnell

In memory of Bridges and Maggie Harris – Denzel Moore

In memory of Bobby Lee – Lonzo Weathered

In honor of Hallmark/Center Fixture Operations – Dustin Hearne

In memory of Delores Walker – Brianna Ward

In memory of Mitchell Jetton (family) –Miguel Mora

In memory of Dr. Victor and Wava Mathews – Taighen Mathews

In memory of Earl Biggers – Paola Bazaldua

In honor of Fred Wulf – Haley Denby

In memory of Danny Clint Fenton – Trista Fountain

In memory of Martin Weaver – Elizabeth Chadwick

In memory of Melvin M. Miller – Skylar Jamison

In memory of James Roscoe and Evie Lee McSwain – Julie McSwain

In memory of Pam Baldwin – Alec Lucas

In memory of Kathryn Vaughn – Chris Dunn

In memory of Norris Askew (Shelby Co. Bass Anglers) – Dalton Horton

In honor of Bruce Koonce (Shelby Co. Bass Anglers) – Kamden Lucas

In memory of David Specter – Armando Escobedo

In memory of Brent Barr – Jessica Johnson

In memory of Rena and Julian Taylor – Riley Jo Mitchell

In memory of Dean Stewart (CHS Band Boosters) – Montana Woodard

In memory of Byron McDaniel (CHS Band Boosters) – James Holt

In honor of the Pride of Shelby County (CHS Band Boosters) – Nathan Stuever

In memory of Vance Payne – Jessica Alexander

In memory of Clint Weaver – Kamden Owens

In memory of Lewis and Johnnie Brown – Alyssa Waller

In memory of Gene Borders – Chris Caudle

In memory of Luke “Jack” Motley, Jr. – Rylee Hudspeth

In honor of Shelby Savings Bank – Kaleth Salazar

In memory of Clyde Monroe – Diana Perez

In honor of the Center Noon Lions Club – Whitney Paige Sims

In memory of Mitchell Jetton (Lions Club) – Cheyenne Woodard

In memory of Army Spc. Larry E. Polley, Jr. – Jordan Puckett

In honor of Center Rotary Club – Melissa Palacios

In memory of John Alvis Howard – Chris Mackey

In memory of Carlos and honor of Cathy Fox in memory of Ted Fox – Gabriela Landin

In honor of Becky Yarbrough Jeans and Class of 1977 – Taylor Tomlin

In honor of James and Mona Campbell – C.J. Garner

In memory of Jamie Campbell Gamble – Courtney Bell

In memory of Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Jones - Jazmin Romo

In honor of General Shelters – Justin Renfro

In memory of Clint Donnan and Clay Donnan – Jack Ford

In memory of Darren Wilson – MacKenzie Dockens

In memory of Walter Rainbolt, Jr. – Caiden Rainbolt

In memory of Mitchell Bailey – Macayla Perry

In memory of Jon, Misty and Macy Bush – Ethan Hairgrove

In memory of Billy G. Bridges, Sr. – J.T. Jones

In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Boles – Vanessa Solis

In memory of Gail Cuculic – Kaleigh Scates

In memory of Gail Cuculic and honor of Janie Cuculic – Megan Reynolds

In honor of The Cuculic Kids – Samantha Gonzalez

In memory of Gail and Toopie Cuculic – Devincent Hoyt

In memory of Gene Biddle – Ashley Fults

In memory of Mallory Franks – Emily Fults

In memory of Carlton and Hulon Dance – Emily Jolly

In honor of Armstrong/Bruce Triangle Pacific – Aaron Brazzel

In honor of William “Bill” Lloyd – Macayla Williford

In honor of Port-A-Cool – Mayra Roldan

In honor of Farmers State Bank – Erika Figueroa

In memory of Mr. and Mrs. W.I Davis, Sr. – Quinard Jackson

In memory of Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Neilson, Sr. – Jakyric Driver

In memory of Minnie Jewel Thomas Rogers –Monica Rodriguez

In memory of Ken Sanders – Adam Reeves

In memory of Pat Buddin – Lydia Reimer

In honor of Cecil W. and Virginia Lampley Watlington – Nehemias Santana

In memory of Morris D. Cammack – Mari Garcia

Roughrider Foundation cont.

In memory of Tolbert Foster – Savannah Lout

In memory of Inez Alford Harper and James Harper – Marissa Macia

In memory of Leo Childs and James Innes – Chang Wang

In memory of Davis Kain Tillotson – Jared Wiggins

In honor of James and Becky Greer – Joshua Burns

In memory of Gilbert Link – Tory Davis

In honor of Ray Jones Chevrolet/Center Motor Company – Pedro Mendoza

In memory of F.L. Moffett – Joana Morales

In honor of Pilgrims Pride – Rhaelyn Pitts

In honor of Tyson Foods, Inc. – Gilberto Vega

In memory of Roy and Wilma Wooley – Tarsheanna Bauer

In memory of Mattie Dellinger – Kelsie Waller

In honor of the Classes of 1940 & 1941 – Carla Almaguer

In honor of the Class of 1956 – Kyishia Garrett

In honor of the Class of 1981 – Jacob Covington

In memory of Carolyn Irish Bourque – Vanessa Renteria

In memory of Mac and Mattie Lou Bussey – Cesia Salvador

In memory of Andrew “Andy” Chance – Jesse McGraw

In honor of the Nacogdoches Coca-Cola Bottling Company – Jacob Mitchell

In memory of Gregory Mack Luman – Faith Lengl

In memory of Richard Menefee – Juan Morales

In honor of McNeil and memory of Bonnie Moore – Cecilia Soto

In memory of C.P. (Prentice) and Daliah Sanders – JaGerrick Moore

In memory of Mr. and Mrs. C.P. Scurlock – Brianna Suell

In honor of John Tom Scurlock and C. Ray Scurlock – Diana Espino

In honor of Shelby Regional Medical Center – Marissa Tomlin

In honor of the Shelby County Sportsman’s Committee – Katesia Evans

In honor of F.L. Moffett Primary School – Jamison Moore

In honor of the Center High School DECA – Dustin Folsom

Roughrider Foundation cont.

In memory of Jermichael Rashard Smith – Traven Bolton

In memory of Rayford and Margaret Copelin – Lorena Gonsalez

General Scholarships

Brainstorm Entertainment – C.J. Garner

Camp College - Allan Avendano, Tarsheanna Bauer, Jakyric Driver, Katesia Evans, Kyishia Garrett, Lorena Gonsalez, Marissa Macias, Riley Jo Mitchell, Jamison Moore, Vanessa Renteria, Demario Riley, Landri Roberts, Monica Rodriguez, Kaleth Salazar, Brianna Suell, San Juanita Vazquez, Kelsie Waller, Brianna Ward, Lonzo Weathered

Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative – Kaleth Salazar, Cecilia Soto, Alyssa Waller, Tory Davis, Trista Fountain, Chris Dunn, Jessica Johnson, Jessica Alexander, Faith Lengl, Taighen Mathews, Alec Lucas, Taylor Tomlin, Dalton Horton

Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative Lineman – Zach Verhalen

Center High School Band Boosters – Montana Woodard, Nathan Stuever, James Holt, Tasha Bauer, Mari Garcia, San Juanita Vazquez, DeVincent Hoyt, Julie McSwain, Cheyenne Woodard

CISD Employee – Paola Bazaldua, Traven Bolton, Aaron Brazzel, Joshua Burns, Chris Caudle, Jacob Covington, Chris Dunn, Jack Ford, Faith Lengl, Savannah Lout, Jamison Moore, Paige Sims, Paola Rangel, Cade Foehner

Citizens Bank – Jacob Covington, Skylar Jamison, Taighen Mathews, Jacob Mitchell, Joana Morales, Adam Reeves, Taylor Tomlin, Baylee Woodard, Brooke Woodard, Austin Wright

Heritage Achievement – James Holt, Jessica Johnson, Vanessa Renteria, Jazmin Romo, Nehemias Santana

Shelby County Attorney – Erika Figueroa

Daughters of the Republic of Texas – Ceclilia Soto

Shelby County Farm Bureau – Brianna Suell, Nehemias Santana, Alec Lucas, Faith Lengl, Chris Dunn

Farmers State Bank – Changcai Wang

Shelby County Friends of Go Texan – Jessica Johnson, Adam Reeves, Kaleth Salazar, Julie McSwain, James Holt, Josh Burns, Tory Davis, Kelsie Waller, Alec Lucas, Jessica Alexander, Cecilia Soto, Chris Dunn, Chris Caudle, Dalton Horton, Jesse McGraw, Brianna Ward, Emily Jolly, Gabriela Landin, Rani Jamison, Jacob Mitchell, Kamden Lucas, Justin Renfro, Ethan Hairgrove, Alyssa Waller, Vanessa Solis, Trista Fountain, Taighen Mathews, Caiden Rainbolt (Walter Rainbolt Memorial)

National Wild Turkey Federation – Caiden Rainbolt

Mu Alpha Theta – Kaleth Salazar, Cecilia Soto, Brianna Ward

Pineywoods Board of Realtors – Demario Riley

Center Garden Club – Jared Wiggins

General Scholarships cont.

Port-A-Cool – Mayra Roldan

State Powerlifting Scholarship – DeVincent Hoyt

Texas Garden Club – Kelsie Waller

East Texas Antique Tractor – Alyssa Waller

Jackson Missionary Baptist Church – James Holt

Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Poultry Festival Queens Pageant – Macayla Perry, Jessica Alexander, Taighen Mathews

Rotary Club of Center – Adam Reeves, Elizabeth Chadwick, Alec Lucas, Taighen Mathews

Sam Samford Lodge #149 – Madalyn Bartley, Chris Caudle

Shelby County Bass Anglers – Jared Wiggins, Dalton Horton, Julie McSwain, James Holt, Paige Sims

Shelby County Cruisers – Ethan Hairgrove

Shelby Savings Bank – Josh Burns, Tory Davis, Chris Dunn, Alec Lucas

Texas Glacier Ice and Water – Jack Ford, Dustin Hearne

Woodman Lodge #250 – Jacob Mitchell, Brianna Suell

Xi Epsilon Rho – Jessica Alexander, Jacob Covington, Alec Lucas, Jared Wiggins

Classic Riderz – Rashad Randle, C.J. Garner

Memorials

Erma Daniels James Memorial – Trista Fountain, Rylee Hudspeth

Darren Wilson Golf Memorial – Justin Renfro

L.D. Suell Memorial – Brianna Suell

Steve Webb Memorial – Josh Burns

Eta Rho/Ginny Mallory Wright – Jessica Alexander

Special Recognition – Julie Wilkinson

Colleges/Universities/Affiliates

Aggie Moms Club – Jessica Alexander, Alec Lucas, Tory Davis, Alyssa Waller

Houston Baptist University – Jessica Johnson

Lamar University – Kelsie Waller

Texas Christian University – Dalton Horton

Louisiana State University Shreveport – Jacob Mitchell

University of Houston – Jesse McGraw

College/Universities/Affiliates cont.

University of Texas at Tyler – Josh Burns

Panola College

Leadership – Katesia Evans, Lorena Gonsalez, Marissa Macias, Vanessa Renteria, Mayra Roldan, Jazmin Romo, Jared Wiggins, Cheyenne Woodard, Paola Bazaldua

Theater – Chris Caudle, Braden Wood, Mackenzie Dockens, Emily Jolly, Montana Woodard, Dallas O’Donnell, Allan Avendano, Megan Reynolds

Choir – Juan Ramos

Band – Jamison Moore, Juan Morales

Bonehill Award – Megan Lovett, Mari Garcia, Lonzo Weathered

Stephen F. Austin State University

Office of Admissions Academic Excellence – Josh Burns, Adam Reeves, Trista Fountain, Kaleth Salazar, James Holt, Alyssa Waller, Jessica Alexander, Tory Davis, Julie McSwain

Alumni Awards

Oates Brothers – Austin Wright

Homer & Velma Bryce – Trista Fountain, James Holt, Nathan Stuever, Brianna Ward

Bonehill – Rani Jamison, Brianna Ward

SFA Friends of the Visual Arts – Julie McSwain

SFA Smith-Hutson – Julie McSwain

Texas Ex-Students Association – Shelby County Chapter

Oates Brothers – Changcai Wang, Adam Reeves

Bonehill – Josh Burns, Miguel Mora

Tenaha man busted and charged with seven felonies, found in possession of $30,000 in suspected drug money in Center Tuesday morning

Posted About Nine Years Ago

A Tenaha man was arrested and charged with seven felonies, including Intent to Distribute and money laundering that resulted from a traffic stop early Tuesday morning in Center.

Also taken into possession were an assortment of drugs, a gun and over $30,000 in suspected drug money was seized.

Center Police arrested 25-year old Benny Earl Holmes after he was observed leaving Wal-mart with no headlights on around 1:30 a.m.

Center PD Sgt. Scott Burkhalter stopped Holmes and smelled a strong odor of marijuana and placed him into custody.

K9 officer “Taz”, along with fellow officer Jake Gross and Shelby County Deputies Michael Griffin and Bradley Horton assisted.

The investigation revealed a .380 and two large bags of marijuana in the floorboard of the vehicle. Also, 13.6 grams of meth, powder cocaine, over a quarter-pound of marijuana, a large amount of assorted pills, the currency and a pistol.

Benny Earl Holmes

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/20/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 21, 2015-Boo Bullying in SEC

May 22, 2015-Scholarship Assembly; Senior Celebration at the Youth Center RSVP Required.

May 25, 2015-Texas State Solo & Ensemble Hendrickson HS Pflugerville

May 26, 2015-PK4 Field Trip to Zoo; Elementary Field Day

May 27, 2015- Elementary Awards in SEC 9:00 am

May 28, 2015-Early Release 11:30 am; End of 6th Grading Period; Graduation

May 29, 2015-Teacher In-Service/Student Holiday

Senior Spotlight

Francisca Tovar

Parents/Grandparents: Jose' & Maria Tovar

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Band

Offices Held: Senior Class Secretary

Favorite High School Memory: Participating at the State Championship Game
and actually winning State in Football.

Best Friend in School: Alaina Jones

What College or Tech School planning to attend: Panola College or Tyler
Junior College

What Career Field Pursuing: Nursing

Lance Wagstaff

Parents/Grandparents: Danny Wagstaff & Fondu Sepulvado

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Baseball; Track and
Field

Best Friend in School: Ricky Corpus

What Career Field Pursuing: Oilfield



D'Andre Thomas

Nickname: Dre

Parents/Grandparents: Janella Thomas & Willie Garner

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Track; Basketball

Favorite High School Memory: Going to State in Football back to back

Best Friend in School: Cobe Caraway

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: Kilgore College

What Career Field are you pursuing? Kinesiology

The SCHOLARSHIP Assembly for Seniors is on May 22nd @ 9:30 a.m. in our SEC.
Parents-guardians-relatives are welcome. A reception will follow. Seniors
are asked to dress to impress in their nice clothes as if going for an
interview.

We look forward to recognizing the Class of 2015 for all of their hard work.
Karen Fallin

Notice:

The Tenaha ISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:

Tenaha ISD Cafeteria

138 College Street

Tenaha TX 75661

June 1st, 2015-June 30th, 2015

Monday thru Thursday Starting June 2nd, 2015

Breakfast- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch- 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

Sheriff's investigators, Crime Stoppers asking for info in deer lease theft

Posted About Nine Years Ago by DJ Dickerson, Jr., Shelby County Sheriff's Dept. Investigator Se

PRESS RELEASE

Shelby County Sheriff Willis Blackwell reports that on April 11th, 2015 suspect(s) entered onto the property of a deer lease located on County Road 1017 in Center, Texas and stole items such as a utility trailer with deer stands, deer feeder, solar panels, trail cameras, and buddy heaters. A photograph was provided from a trail camera that shows a vehicle of interest that was on the deer lease on April 09th, 2015 at approximately 12:33pm. The property was stolen on April 11th, 2015 at approximately 1242am. Photographs were also provided depicting the some of the stolen property.

If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office at 936-598-5600 and ask to speak with Criminal Investigation Division Sergeant DJ Dickerson or Investigator Kevin W. Windham.

Center Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information.Anyone who has information regarding this crime should call Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598-SAFE (7233) or submit a tip online at www.centercrimestoppers.com. Remember, you don't have to give your name. All calls and cash rewards are completely anonymous. Rewards will only be
paid on tips submitted through the Center Crime Stoppers system.

Weather Update at 10:30 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

- Yes, that is rain from some widely scattered showers that will continue to alternate with our sun for the next couple of days....

- Friday, maybe no rain, but overcast ahead of the next round of the el Nino driven Lows to hit our area late Sat, Sun, Mon.

- 10 day forecast is for....wait for it....ok, you guessed it! More rain! and sun so you will not become vitamin depleted...

Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Center Crime Stoppers seeks information on vehicle burglaries in James/Antioch communities Monday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by DJ Dickerson, Jr., Shelby County Sheriff's Dept. Investigator Se

Shelby County Sheriff Willis Blackwell reports that sometime on Monday, May 18th, 2015 at 10pm to Tuesday, May 19th, 2015 at 0400am, unknown suspect(s) entered into several vehicles in Shelby County. Areas in which the burglaries occurred was in the James/Antioch Communities on County Road 3215 and FM 2608. Suspect(s) stole a Pioneer stereo system and money.

If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office at 936-598-5600 and ask to speak with Criminal Investigation Division Sergeant DJ Dickerson or Investigator Kevin W. Windham.

Center Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information. Anyone who has information regarding this crime should call Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598-SAFE (7233) or submit a tip online atwww.centercrimestoppers.com. Remember, you don't have to give your name. All calls and cash rewards are completely anonymous. Rewards will only be paid on tips submitted through the Center Crime Stoppers system.

Sheriff's office & Center PD work together to make drug bust

Posted About Nine Years Ago by DJ Dickerson, Jr., Shelby County Sheriff's Dept. Investigator

Sheriff Willis Blackwell would like to report that on the 12th of May at
around 12:00 A.M. Sergeant Michael Griffin while on routine patrol made a
traffic stop on a vehicle for an expired registration on Martin Luther King
Drive in Center. 

Sergeant Griffin identified the driver as James Allen Watson of Joaquin with passenger Crystal Monique Steffen of Center. 

During the course of the traffic stop, Sergeant Griffin observed the driver to be
nervous and was denied consent to search the vehicle. Sergeant Burkhalter
and K9 Taz with the Center Police Department was contacted to perform an
open air sniff around the vehicle. K9 Taz alerted on the vehicle as
containing possible narcotics and a search of the vehicle was performed.

During the search a usable amount of methamphetamine was located along with
several items of drug paraphernalia. 

James Allen Watson was placed under arrest for Possession of a Controlled Substance (state jail felony) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia(class c misdemeanor). 

This illustrates the inter agency cooperation between different law enforcement agencies committed to make Shelby County a better place. We would like to stress if you observe anything you believe to be suspicious or believe there is
illegal drug activity in your neighborhood to please feel free to call your
local agency or report it to the Center Crime stoppers.

James Allen Watson

Local athletes compete in Memorial Hermann Ironman, Shelbyville's Summer Koltonski included

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Sixteen Nacogdoches Endurance Training (NET) athletes competed recently in the Memorial Hermann IRONMAN North American Championship event in The Woodlands. The event consisted of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile run. The NET athletes, who range in age from 25-57, took anywhere from 12 to 16-plus hours to complete the event. The OutRival Racing run aid station, which was managed by volunteers from NET, won second place for best aid station. As part of winning best aid station, an extra donation will be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Pictured, back row, from left, are the 2015 NET IRONMAN athletes, Karl Brisco, Wade Flasowski, Becky McMorries, Alan Gaska, Kyle McMorries, Bryan Davis, Curt Findeisen, John Copen, and Clayton Collier, and front row, Robyn Magar, Kasey Cigich, Kelley Davis, Julie Lewis, Summer Koltonski, Suzie Hapgood and Terri Cawley. (Courtesy Photo)

Slight rain chance today, increases tonight & Thursday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 84. Southwest wind around 5 mph.

Tonight: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 70. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 82.

Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 66.

Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 80.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 67.

Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Sunday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Memorial Day: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82.

Monday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84.

Local Sports Round Up 05/20/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughriders are in the third round of the Class 4A state baseball playoffs and will meet Hudson in a best-of-three region quarterfinal series to be played in Gary starting at 7 p.m. Thursday. Game 2 is 7 p.m. Friday, with Game 3, if needed set for 1 p.m. Saturday. The series winner advances to the region semi-finals to play the Bridge City/Huffman Hargrave winner.

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call.

CLASS 4A REGION III

Center (22-3-1) vs. Hudson (21-10
Regional Quarterfinals
Game 1 Thursday at 7pm at Gary, Center visitors
Game 2 at 7pm at Gary, Center home
Game 3, if needed, Saturday at 1pm at Gary

W24 Bridge City (19-8) Vs. W23 Huffman Hargrave (22-4)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Baytown Sterling, 7:00

R19 Carthage (17-10) Vs. W17 Robinson (22-5-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Mesquite Tillery, 6:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Mesquite Tillery, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

T24 West Orange-Stark (20-7) Vs. W21 Bellville (20-7)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Barbers Hill, 7:30

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Barbers Hill, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Barbers Hill, 2:00

CLASS 3A REGION III

W20 Academy (23-4-1) Vs. W19 West (24-2-1)

Game 1: Wednesday, May 20th @ Georgetown Eastview, 7:30

R21 Elkhart (21-10) Vs. W23 Buna (17-5)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 1:00

R19 Clifton (20-4-2) Vs. T19 Teague (15-7-2)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Midway, 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Midway, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Midway, 3:00

R23 Warren (20-7) Vs. W21 New Waverly (19-8-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Kingwood, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Kingwood, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

CLASS 2A REGION III

R17 James Bowie v R19 Harleton

Game 1 – Thursday May 21 at 6pm at Hughes Springs

Game 2 – Friday, May 22 at 6pm at Hughes Springs

Game 3 – if needed Saturday at 2pm

West Sabine vs. Colmesneil

(Best-of-three series)

At Lamar or Port Neches

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

Union Grove vs. Maud

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

Beckville vs. Centerville

(Best-of-three series)

At Pollok Central HS

· Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Softball All-District Selections:

After taking second place in district and advancing into the state playoffs, the Shelbyville Lady Dragons Softball team had several players named to all-district. Those Lady Dragons chosen by the district coaches were:

Defensive MVP
Ali Baty

Offensive MVP
Caleigh Sparks

All District 1st Team
Chesnie Sullivan
Harlie Hagler
Bailey Rabalais
Kamaryn Smith

All District 2nd Team
Blaire Deal
Hannah Hall
Kalie Vaughn

All District Honorable Mention
Belinda Bohannon
Tristin Wilburn

Softball state playoffs:

CLASS 4A REGION III

Carthage vs. Huffman Hargrave

(Best-of-three series)

At Lufkin Hudson HS

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION II

Hughes Springs vs. Pilot Point

(Best-of-three series)

At Bonham HS

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 7 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION III

White Oak vs. Woodville

CLASS 2A REGION III

Cayuga vs. Cushing

(Best-of-three series)

At Mumford HS

· Game 1: 5 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 2: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Harleton vs. Grapeland

· One-game playoff: 6:30 p.m. Thursday (May 21), Bullard’s Brook Hill School

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6, at Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road outside Center. Clint Tanner said there will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers, Collin Matthews with a gun safety demo, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and kids enjoy a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Go Rodeo!! 62nd Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Pro Rodeo June 5 & 6, tickets just $5

Posted About Nine Years Ago

It’s rodeo time and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse invites you to their 62nd annual Pro rodeo at 8pm, June 5th and 6th at the Shelby County Expo Center.

Get ready to rodeo in Shelby County with some of the top rodeo cowboys in the business riding the tough stock of Klein Brother’s Rodeo Company.

The 62nd annual Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse Pro rodeo is sponsored by The Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse, Wright Chrysler Dodge Ram and Klein Brothers Rodeo.

Get the family ready to rodeo! Admission for children and adults is $5 and five and under get in free.

Presale tickets are available at Wright Chrysler Dodge Ram, Boles Feed, Triple J Feed.

Come out and enjoy entertainment by Shelby County’s own drill teams, including the East Texas Rustlers, East Texas Young Guns, East Texas Roughriders Youth, and the East Texas Roughriders.

Come hungry and enjoy the concessions by Providence Missionary Baptist Church in support of their Belize mission trip.

Joaquin City Council agrees to move forward with annexation of Haslam Tire Co.

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The City of Joaquin has agreed to move forward with the annexation of Haslam Tire Company.

City Secretary Amanda Willey said that decision came at Monday night's meeting where both parties felt it would be mutually beneficial. She said the added sales tax revenue for the city and providing the tire company with additional city utilities and services was an added plus.

Ms. Willey said Joaquin Council also voted to establish a separate account for the voluntary $3 monthly Public Safety Fee that's included on utility billing. The monies go to the volunteer fire department, who would be in charge of paying their bills after receiving the funds from the city.

Action was tabled on hiring a new part-time clerk and a possible utility rate increase.

New Mayor Bill Baker, along with council members Mike Atkinson and Joe Long received their oaths of office from JP Pct. 3 Margie Anderson.

Councilman Ben Brittain was appointed as the new Mayor Pro Tem.

Ms. Willey said the council is discussing the filling of Mayor Baker's seat on the council.

Tenaha City Council approves Employee Handbook, closer to having truck & animal ordinances

Posted About Nine Years Ago

After months of discussion, changes and tweaking the City of Tenaha now officially has an Employee Handbook.

City Attorney Stephen Shires presented the council the manual and they approved the final revisions at their meeting Monday.

Mayor Orinthia Johnson tells us all city employees were given a copy and will be required to read and sign.

Johnson also said the council is closer to having an ordinance dealing with trucks and animal control, and setting fines for violators. Dealing with those issues has been a 'hot button' for the Tenaha Council. The mayor advised Shires is researching information and will present an ordinance proposal at the June meeting.

New council members were also sworn-in as incumbents Michael Baker and Claudine Howard, and Natalie Harris becomes the first black female council member in Tenaha.

Mayor Johnson said there will be a meeting of the Economic Development Advisory Committee at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 26 to discuss how the city and Tenaha ISD can go about receiving reimbursement from Burlington Northern Railroad for the proposed closure of a crossing at Sugar Hill Road and the feed mill.

Center named in Top 100 of best towns to live in Texas

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Center has been chosen as one of the best towns to live in Texas, according to the Top 100 rankings released yesterday by the website U.S. Niche.

Center comes in at No. 63 on the list.

The website says “towns” exclude suburbs and cities with over 100,000 residents.

Towns are ranked on livability using grades for weather, safety, schools and access to activities, jobs, housing and transportation. A high ranking indicates that a town offers a high quality of life to its residents.

Within an hour’s drive of Center, only Henderson (#21), Diboll (#44), Carthage (#52), and Jasper (#55) rank higher than Center.

On the other side, Nacogdoches comes in at #91 and Marshall #96.

Here are Center’s “letter grades”: Things to Do Grade: B-; Easiest Commute Grade: B+; Education Grade C+; Community Grade: C; Housing Grade: C+; Jobs Grade: A+; Crime & Safety Grade: C-; Health & Fitness Grade: B-; Outdoor Activities: B; & Weather Grade: B+.

The Top 3 Best Towns to Live in Texas, according to U.S. Niche are: #3 Conroe, #2 College Station; and #1 Sugar Land.

https://local.niche.com/rankings/towns/best-towns/s/texas/?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=RankingsList&utm_source=facebook

DETCOG Membership Meeting and Award Luncheon to be held in Lufkin May 28

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Ralph W. Steen East Texan of the Year Award will be presented during the 46th Annual Deep East Texas Council of Governments (DETCOG) Membership Meeting and awards luncheon to be held next Thursday, May 28 at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center in Lufkin.

The Steen award was named after past president of Stephen F. Austin State University, the late Dr. Ralph W. Steen. It honors an individual who has played a major role in leadership and service to the twelve county DETCOG Region.

Two sets of scholarships also will be presented. The Stewart and Malone Memorial Scholarships are presented to students from the region’s high schools. The DETCOG Employee Memorial Scholarships are funded by contributions from DETCOG employees and are awarded to the children or grandchildren of DETCOG employees.

DETCOG’s Board President, Angelina County Judge, Wes Suiter, extends an invitation to the public to attend. The morning sessions are free and open to the public.

Luncheon tickets can be purchased at the door.

Center Middle School to host Memorial Day program this morning

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Center Middle School will host a Memorial Day program this morning.

There are two program times, 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.

CMS faculty and staff extends an invitation for the community to attend, especially veterans.

Teacher appreciation reception set for Windham Civic Center at 4 p.m. today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

As the school year winds down the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce will salute the talented teachers throughout the county’s school districts at 4 o’clock this afternoon when a teacher appreciation reception to be held at the Windham Civic Center.

Kelly Lucas is chairperson of the chamber’s education committee and says teachers of the year from each campus will be recognized and presented a certificate of recognition. She adds the event allows the chamber to express gratitude and appreciation to educators throughout Shelby County.

Ms. Lucas says the Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year will be chosen from the nominees submitted by each campus.

The Teacher of the Year from the Shelby County School Campuses are:

F.L. Moffett Primary School – Elizabeth Rowlett

Center Elementary School – Amy Sanford

Center Intermediate School – Betty Cook

Center Middle School – Tabitha Stone

Center High School – Michael Elder

Excelsior ISD – Nancy Dickerson

Joaquin Elementary School – Lori May

Joaquin Junior High School – Mary Hovey

Joaquin High School – Regina Brazzel

S.W. Carter Elementary – Martha Goodwyn

Shelbyville Middle School –Jared Jones

Shelbyville High School – Marc Raines

Timpson Elementary – Cindy Lovil

Timpson Middle School – Kristan Solomon

Timpson High School – Teresa Jourden

Gold sponsors for the event are Farmers State Bank and Shelby Savings Bank.

Roughrider Stadium Track closes Wednesday in preparation for graduation

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Roughrider Stadium track will be closed starting today, Wednesday until the first week of June as the school district prepares for the Center High School graduation ceremony on May 29.

Funeral Notices: 05/20/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Mangum Funeral Home announces 80-year old Billy Joe “B.J.” Wright of the Woods Community of Panola County. He passed away Tuesday. His wishes were to be cremated and no services are planned at this time. He owned and operated B.J. Wright Plumbing Services since 1978. Among Billy Joe “B.J.” Wright’s survivors is a son, Billy Jay & Muriel Wright of the Woods Community; daughters, Kimberley Jan & Mike Marshall of College Station, Jodi Alyson & Raymond Fountain of Center and Shelley & Gary Munsterman of Colorado.

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 52-year old Ricky Earnest Johnson of Tenaha. Service will be at 2 p.m. this afternoon at Watson & Sons Chapel, with interment at North Jericho Cemetery, Center.

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 70-year old Brenda “BB” Cook Hennigan of Joaquin. Service will be at 11 a.m. this morning at Watson & Sons Chapel, with interment at 4 p.m. today at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Beaumont. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department, Desoto Fire District 1 and Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces service for 45-year old James Ollie Burns of San Augustine. Service will be at 11 a.m. this morning at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with burial at Dickerson Cemetery, San Augustine County.

CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Services in Timpson and Hicks Mortuary of Center announces service for Martha Price of Nacogdoches, a native of San Augustine. Service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Zion Bapist Church in San Augustine, with burial to follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery. A private visitation will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Chapel in Timpson.

Portraits of Freedom art exhibit to open at SFA June 13

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Shelbyville Lady Dragon Softball players named all-district

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Debbie Gilchrist

Shelbyville HS Lady Dragon Softball had a good year and it showed in the members selected for All-District honor.

Members of the Shelbyville Softball teams elected are:

Defensive MVP
Ali Baty

Offensive MVP
Caleigh Sparks

All District 1st Team
Chesnie Sullivan
Harlie Hagler
Bailey Rabalais
Kamaryn Smith

All District 2nd Team
Blaire Deal
Hannah Hall
Kalie Vaughn

All District Honorable Mention
Belinda Bohannon
Tristin Wilburn

Shelby County 4-H Shooters take part in Jefferson County Whizbang

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Lane Dunn, Shelby County extension agent for agriculture and nat

May 19, 2015

The Jefferson Co. Whizbang was held in Winnie on Saturday May 16th. Shelby Co 4h shooters had four kids participating; Colton Gutermuth, Lance Holloway, Logan Holloway and Seth Shamblin.
Jr. Division:
Seth Shamlin- 1st skeet, 1st trap, 1st Whizbang
Junior HOA- Seth Shamblin

Intermediate Division:
Skeet- Lance Holloway 1st, Logan Holloway 2nd, Colton Gutermuth 6th
Trap- Logan Holloway 4th
Whizbang- Logan Holloway 1st (he shot a perfect 50/50)
Intermediate HOA- Logan Holloway

Pictured left to right: Colton Gutermuth, Logan Holloway, Lance Holloway, Seth Shamblin

When you see these kids, please congratulate them on a job well done representing Shelby County. If you are interested in 4-H, or know of anyone that is, please call us. We can be reached at 936-598-7744.

Anyone needing special assistance at an Extension Program should contact the Texas A&M AgriLIFE Extension Office of Shelby County at (936) 598-7744 at least one week prior to the program or event. Extension programs serve people of all ages regardless of socioeconomic level, color, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.

Death Notice: Billy Joe "B.J." Wright

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Billy Joe “B.J.” Wright, age 80 of the Woods community, passed away,

Tuesday, May 19, 2015.

His wishes were to be cremated and no services are planned at this time.

He was born November 14, 1934 in Wills Point, Texas to parents, Maxie & Alice Cristine (Carpenter) Wright. He owned and operated B.J Wright Plumbing Services since 1978. He is preceded in death by his parents, Maxie & Alice Wright, his wife, Genevieve Nevels Wright and 2 sisters, Betty Jane Whisenhunt and Barbara June Brichetto.

He is survived by

Son: Billy Jay Wright & wife, Muriel of the Woods community

Daughters:

Kimberley Jan Marshall & husband, Mike of College Station

Jodi Alyson Fountain& husband, Raymond of Center

Shelley Munsterman & husband, Gary of Highlands Ranch, CO

Grandchildren:

Christopher Marshall, Laura Newman, Jayson Wright, Josh Munsterman, Erin Lahey, Matthew Munsterman, Bryan Zulko & Amy Borja

6 Great Grandchildren and one on the way

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

Putting safety first this month â€" and throughout the year Electrical Safety During and After Storms

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

It’s May – and Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is celebrating National Electrical Safety Month. While safety for our members is top priority year-round, Electrical Safety Month is a time to acknowledge the importance of safety excellence.

Severe storms can cause many electrical safety hazards in and around our homes. To protect yourself and your family from storm-related electrical dangers, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative provides answers to common storm-safety questions.

Indoor Safety - How can I keep my family safe inside while it’s storming?

• Stay away from windows and doors.

• Unplug electronic equipment before the storm arrives. During the storm, avoid contact with electrical equipment, cords and plumbing (including sinks, bathtubs and faucets).

• Limit the use of corded telephones to emergencies only. You can use cordless or cellphones safely.

• You should bring your pets inside to protect them. Doghouses are not lightning-safe, and chained animals can easily become victims of lightning strikes.

Outdoor Safety - What should I do if I am caught outside during a thunderstorm or lightning storm?

• Don’t stand close to other people. Spread out.

• Lightning strikes the tallest available object, so if you are in an exposed area, crouch low, tuck your head and cover your ears. Do not lie down.

• Stay away from trees and metal. Don’t hold on to metal items like bats, golf clubs, fishing rods, tennis rackets or tools. Avoid metal sheds, clotheslines, poles and fences.

• Stay away from water, including pools, lakes, puddles and anything damp—like grass or even wet towels.

What should I do if I encounter a lightning storm while driving?

Slow down and use extra caution. If possible, pull off the road into a safe area. Do not leave your vehicle and do not use electronic devices inside the car.

Power Lines - What do I do if I encounter a downed power line?

• Move at least 10 feet away from the line and anything touching it.

• Do not attempt to move a downed power line or anything in contact with the line. Even nonconductive materials like wood or cloth, if slightly wet, can conduct electricity and electrocute you.

a• If you see someone who is in direct or indirect contact with a downed line, do not touch the person—you could become the next victim. Call 911 instead.

What if my car contacts a downed line?

Do not drive over downed power lines. But if you are in a car that has come into contact with a downed line, stay in your car. Tell others to stay away. If you must leave your car because it’s on fire, jump out with both feet together and avoid contact with the car and the ground at the same time. Shuffle away with small steps, keeping your feet together and on the ground at all times.

Flooded Areas - What should I look out for when my home is flooded?

Use extreme care when stepping into flooded areas indoors. Submerged outlets or electrical cords can energize water, posing a lethal situation. Do not use electrical appliances that have gotten wet until a qualified service repairperson can examine them. Electrical equipment exposed to water can be extremely dangerous if re-energized without proper reconditioning or replacement.

Does a flood affect my home’s electrical system?

Electrical system elements such as circuit breakers, fuses, ground-fault circuit interrupters, receptacles, plugs and switches can malfunction when water and silt get inside. If they have been submerged, have a licensed, qualified professional replace them.

Can flooded outside areas be dangerous, too?

Yes. Downed power lines or submerged outlets from adjacent homes could energize the water. Use extreme caution when entering any flooded area.

To ensure safety at all times, when in doubt always call 911 and then contact Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative at 1-800-392-5986.

Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative wishes you a safe and happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Joaquin ISD Board Meeting Minutes 05/18/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jennifer McCann, JISD administrative assistant

Flood Warning continues for Sabine River at Logansport

Posted About Nine Years Ago

FLOOD STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SHREVEPORT LA
909 AM CDT TUE MAY 19 2015

The flood warning continues for
  the Sabine River At Logansport, Louisiana.
* until further notice...or until the warning is canceled.
* At 845 AM Tuesday the stage was 28.8 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 28 feet.
* Forecast...The river will continue rising to near 30.1 feet by
  Wednesday early afternoon then begin falling.
* Impact...Minor lowland flooding of the boat ramp...picnic
  area...and amphitheater.

PANOLA COLLEGE OFFERS THEATRE CAMP GRADES K-4TH

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Donna Yates

The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education office is offering Theatre Camp, July 6-10, for ages K-4th. Camp time is from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. on the Carthage Campus. The cost of the camp is $55.00 and preregistration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email at ce@panola.edu.

PANOLA COLLEGE OFFERS THEATRE CAMP GRADES 5TH-7th

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Donna Yates

The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education office is offering Theatre Camp, July 6 – 10, for grades 5th-7th. Camp is from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on the Carthage Campus. The cost of the camp is $55.00 and preregistration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email at ce@panola.edu.

PANOLA COLLEGE OFFERS SAFE SITTER SUMMER CAMP

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education office is offering a Safe Sitter camp. This camp is scheduled July 15-16 for ages 11-18. The camp is designed to prepare young teens to be safe in unsupervised settings as well as babysitting as a business. Lunch will be provided. Camp is from 9:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on the Center Campus. The cost of the camp is
$85.00 and preregistration is required. For more information, contact the
Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email at ce@panola.edu.

Update on Monday's rainfall amounts

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Center's official weather observer Jim Forbes says the 1.42 inches he received Monday puts the monthly rainfall for May at 5.51 inches, and brings the year-to-date total to 35.84 inches.

Forbes said we are above the yearly average at this point by over 13 inches (22.63").

By the way, James Greer picked up 2.65 inches Monday north of Center.

Patch morning fog, partly sunny, chance of afternoon shower, thunderstorms

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: Patchy morning fog with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Southeast around 5 mph.

Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 69. South wind around 5 mph.

Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 84.

Wednesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 84.

Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 66.

Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 81.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 67.

Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Sunday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Memorial Day: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84.

Local Sports Round Up 05/19/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughriders are in the third round of the Class 4A state baseball playoffs and will meet Hudson in a best-of-three region quarterfinal series to be played in Gary starting at 7 p.m. Thursday. Game 2 is 7 p.m. Friday, with Game 3, if needed set for 1 p.m. Saturday. The series winner advances to the region semi-finals to play the Bridge City/Huffman Hargrave winner.

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call.

CLASS 4A REGION III

Center (22-3-1) vs. Hudson (21-10
Regional Quarterfinals
Game 1 Thursday at 7pm at Gary, Center visitors
Game 2 at 7pm at Gary, Center home
Game 3, if needed, Saturday at 1pm at Gary

W24 Bridge City (19-8) Vs. W23 Huffman Hargrave (22-4)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Baytown Sterling, 7:00

R19 Carthage (17-10) Vs. W17 Robinson (22-5-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Mesquite Tillery, 6:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Mesquite Tillery, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

T24 West Orange-Stark (20-7) Vs. W21 Bellville (20-7)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Barbers Hill, 7:30

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Barbers Hill, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Barbers Hill, 2:00

CLASS 3A REGION III

W20 Academy (23-4-1) Vs. W19 West (24-2-1)

Game 1: Wednesday, May 20th @ Georgetown Eastview, 7:30

R21 Elkhart (21-10) Vs. W23 Buna (17-5)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Texas Slam (Livingston), 1:00

R19 Clifton (20-4-2) Vs. T19 Teague (15-7-2)

Game 1: Thursday, May 21st @ Midway, 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 22nd @ Midway, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 23rd @ Midway, 3:00

R23 Warren (20-7) Vs. W21 New Waverly (19-8-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Kingwood, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Kingwood, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

CLASS 2A REGION III

R17 James Bowie v R19 Harleton

Game 1 – Thursday May 21 at 6pm at Hughes Springs

Game 2 – Friday, May 22 at 6pm at Hughes Springs

Game 3 – if needed Saturday at 2pm

West Sabine vs. Colmesneil

(Best-of-three series)

At Lamar or Port Neches

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

Union Grove vs. Maud

(Best-of-three series)

At Centenary College, Shreveport, La.

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

Beckville vs. Centerville

(Best-of-three series)

At Pollok Central HS

· Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Softball state playoffs:

CLASS 4A REGION III

Carthage vs. Huffman Hargrave

(Best-of-three series)

At Lufkin Hudson HS

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

Game 2: 3 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION II

Hughes Springs vs. Pilot Point

(Best-of-three series)

At Bonham HS

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 21)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 3: 7 p.m. Saturday (May 23), if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION III

White Oak vs. Woodville

CLASS 2A REGION III

Cayuga vs. Cushing

(Best-of-three series)

At Mumford HS

· Game 1: 5 p.m. Friday (May 22)

· Game 2: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 23)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Harleton vs. Grapeland

· One-game playoff: 6:30 p.m. Thursday (May 21), Bullard’s Brook Hill School

Shelby County DU Green Wing event set for June 6

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6, at Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road outside Center.

Clint Tanner said there will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Shelby County Jr. Bass Anglers, Collin Matthews with a gun safety demo, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and kids enjoy a free hot dog meal.

All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend.

Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event.

Registration starts at 9:30 a.m.

The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole.

For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/18/15--05/19/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Arrest Report

5/18/15—5/19/15

Shelby County:

Angela Fults, 28, Joaquin, Assault-Family Violence

Ashley Miller, 22, Grand Cane, La., Assault-Family Violence

Elizavette Perez, 32, Center, Driving While License Invalid & 2 charges-Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle

San Augustine County: No Arrest Reported

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Lots of rain in a short amount of time Monday, Timpson, Shelbyville to begin school later this morning

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Lots of rain in a short amount of time on already saturated ground resulted in flash flooding across the area Monday morning. The National Weather Service issued several warnings for the Deep East Texas and West Louisiana area as upwards to 5 inches of rain fell in the warned area during the mid-morning hours. According to post on the Center Broadcasting Company Facebook pages, rainfall amounts varied from 1.78 to over 3 inches in Joaquin, 2 inches in James and Byrdtown, 2.50 inches in areas just outside Center, 3 inches in Garrison and San Augustine, 4 inches in Stanley, to as much as 5 inches in Huxley. According to Jim Forbes, he had 1.42 inches as of 2 p.m. and in the past week, Jim says he’s received almost five inches. Several areas, especially Joaquin reported flash flooding in a short span of time.

Lots of lightning accompany the storms that tracked across the area. In a bizarre incident, a Timpson High School student was struck by lightning as he sat nearby a window in the computer lab. Timpson ISD Superintendent Dr. Mid Johnson told us the lightning pass through a classroom window hitting the student. Dr. Johnson said the student was medically evaluated as a precautionary measure and he reportedly never lost consciousness, although he was shaken from the ordeal.

Area schools also responded to the high amounts of water as the Joaquin ISD made the decision after lunch Monday to not run the after school bus routes as a safety precaution. Administrative Assistant Jennifer McCann said in a release that road conditions had deteriorated and the decision was made release students at 1 p.m.

The Timpson ISD followed suite releasing students at 1:45 p.m. Dr. Mid Johnson said Timpson ISD will begin classes at 10 a.m. this morning.

The Shelbyville ID has notified us they will be starting classes one hour later this morning due to flooding conditions on roads. Officials believe the later start time will allow for better visibility for bus drivers and others.

In the City of Center, a large oak tree fell on Gladstone around 11:30 a.m. Monday blocking the street for several hours while city employees cleared the roadway. The tree also broke a CenterPoint gas meter and pulled down SWEPCO power lines, and damaged a small car parked along the street.

Another product of the stormy weather were power outages as DETEC reported some 1,300 customers without service at 11 a.m. The number had dwindled to around 50 by 4 p.m.

TxDOT reports several roadways closed in the nine-county Lufkin District. Public Information Officer Rhonda Oaks says the fierce storms produced several reports of stranded motorist. In Shelby County, US 59 at the railroad overpass in Tenaha was reported impassable for some time, in addition to FM 95 and FM 138 in Nacogdoches County.

The flood warning continues for

the Sabine River At Logansport.

* until further notice ...or until the warning is

cancelled.

* At 7:45 PM Monday The stage was 27.6 feet.

* Minor flooding is forecast.

* Flood stage is 28.0 feet.

* Forecast ...Rise above flood stage by early today and continue to

rise to near 29.5 feet by early Friday morning.

* Impact ...at 30.0 feet ...Flooding will continue to slowly decrease

and end during the next several days.

Flood warning also issued for the Attoyac Bayou near Chireno as water level was four feet above flood stage at 8 p.m. last night.

Timpson City Council to have regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. this afternoon

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Timpson City Council will have a meeting at 5:30 p.m. this afternoon and among the agenda items will be canvassing the May 9 election and issuing oaths of office to council members Kyle Allen, Janell Baker and George Grace and then election of a Mayor Pro-Tem.

Among the items for discussion and possible action will be the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality renewal fees and authorizing new city secretary Leslie Leathers for bank depositories.

San Augustine City Council to meet at 5 p.m. today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The San Augustine City Council meets at 5 p.m. today and among the agenda items is accepting the resignation of Robert Brown from the San Augustine Main Street Advisory Board and replacing him with Glenda Harrison.

In addition, Harold Hunter with Communities Unlimited will make a presentation regarding financial opportunities for the City of San Augustine and Jerry Williams will be on hand to discuss the possibility of purchasing an oral history center computer system.

San Augustine City Council will continue to interview city manager candidates to replace the late Bruce Milstead.

Timpson Memorial Day program to be held at 10 a.m. May 25

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The annual Timpson Memorial Day program will be held at 10 a.m. at the Park Plaza in downtown Timpson. The event is sponsored by the Timpson ISD and American Legion.

Funeral Notices: 05/19/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 52-year old Ricky Earnest Johnson of Tenaha. He passed away Sunday at his home. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Watson & Sons Chapel, with interment at North Jericho Cemetery, Center. He worked construction. Among survivors is Laurie Lynn Partlow; her children, John & Tammy Smith of Center, Stacy Smith of Dreka, Eric Partlow of Center, and Amy & Jamie Lindley of Huxley; brother, Johnny Johnson & Nadoona; sisters, Sue Ann & Eddie Joe Chisenhall, and Kathy Mora and Peggy Moore.

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 59-year old Louann Hurst Leach of Pineland. Service will be at 3 p.m. this afternoon at First United Methodist Church in Center, with interment at Fairview Cemetery in Center. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Gideons International, Hemphill

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 70-year old Brenda “BB” Cook Hennigan of Joaquin. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. this evening at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Watson & Sons Chapel, with interment at 4 p.m. Wednesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Beaumont. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department, Desoto Fire District 1 and Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces service for 45-year old James Ollie Burns of San Augustine. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. this evening at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. Service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with burial at Dickerson Cemetery, San Augustine County.

CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Services in Timpson and Hicks Mortuary of Center announces service for Martha Price of Nacogdoches, a native of San Augustine. Service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Zion Bapist Church in San Augustine, with burial to follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery. A private visitation will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at CJ Davis Memorial Funeral Chapel in Timpson.

Weather Update @ 12 midnight

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

As I have discussed several times prior to this, a persistent weather pattern has been fueling the heavy rain in our region and the split jet stream carries the upper level cold air down into Mexico and up through Texas mid section and when it hits the moisture laden Gulf air flowing in where we are...well T-storms, hail, severe weather and heavy rain just can not help itself when it shows up.
Another way of saying the same thing....In short, a southward dip in the jet stream has been locked in place over the western states, allowing it to launch disturbances into the Plains. It is those disturbances that provide the necessary lift in the atmosphere to trigger thunderstorm development as they intercept a warm, moist air mass in place near the surface of the earth.

Ok, I could just say......Unfortunately, it appears this weather pattern will stay in place through much of the rest of thisweek and into the weekend, allowing the bouts of rain and thunderstorms to continue to do what they do....give us lotsof rain, hail, damaging winds, dangerous lightning, flooding.....and everything else that goes with the pattern....If the forecast below is correct...we may only see...less than an inch of total rain through the weekend...anyone want to bet on that?

My automated station rain bowl was blown of level and the rocker arm did not reflect the actual rain we caught Monday...Thank goodness I have an old fashion glass gauge...It said 3 inches...ok, so it was just 2.97 as best I can guess...but at this point in the rainy season who's counting the hundredths!!

CHS Soccer teams honored with dinner

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

On Monday, May 11th, the CHS Athletic Booster Club sponsored an evening at First Baptist Church in order to recognize the individual and team achievements of the CHS Boys and Girls Soccer Teams.

The Shelby County Cookers graciously cooked the hamburgers for the meal.

The master of ceremonies was Center ISD School Board President James Greer and a special guest speaker, Fabio Giminez from Argentina was brought by JBA Financial Services.

Mr. Giminez is a former pro soccer player who played professionally in Argentina, Bolivia, Columbia, Ecuador, Paraguay, and the US. After retiring, he coached for 12 years in Bolivia. He now lives in the Longview area and works with Hispanic Churches throughout East Texas. He spoke to the athletes about his career and encouraged them in the pursuit of their future.

This was a great evening for the athletes to see how important they are to the community.

TxDOT reports flooded roadways during storms Monday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rhonda Oaks, TXDOT public information officer

LUFKIN - TxDOT officials reported flooded and closed roadways in several areas of the nine-county Lufkin District following severe thunderstorms Monday.

TxDOT maintenance crews responded to high water in many areas in Angelina County throughout the morning. The roads were closed or closely monitored until water receded. One road washed out and workers immediately began to repair what rushing flood waters left behind.

Motorists can check for flooding or road closures at www.drivetexas.org. Most roads opened to traffic again by late afternoon but crews continued to monitor situations.

"Drivers should never attempt to drive through a flooded area. As little as six inches of water can sweep a vehicle off the roadway," said Rhonda Oaks, public information officer for the TxDOT Lufkin District. "The storms on Monday were fierce and there were several reports of stranded motorists. If you can keep from driving during bad weather, then do. If you must be on the road, please stay alert to possible flooded roads and fast-rising water. We can't stress enough to slow down and obey all traffic safety signs."

Roadways either impassable or closed from Monday's storms included:

SHELBY COUNTY

* US 59 at the railroad overpass in Tenaha: Impassable

ANGELINA COUNTY

* US 69 North: Closed after water covered all four lanes near Central School;

* FM 2680: Roadway washed out and road closed until repairs are complete;

* Loop 287 at US 59 South: Underpass closed beneath South First Street;

* SH 94 West: Water across all four lanes;

* FM 706: Water across roadway in section between US 69 North and SH 103 West;

* FM 2021: The section of Farm Road between US 59 North and US 69 North had water over both lanes;

* FM 1194 at Loop 287: Road closed;

* FM 3150 at FM 706: Impassable and closed;

* FM 843: High water across both lanes;

* FM 2251: Road flooded and impassable.

* FM 324: Impassable and under water.

* FM 2497: Water on roadway. Closed.

NACOGDOCHES COUNTY

* FM 95, FM 138 and CR 280: Impassable.

TRINITY COUNTY

* FM 356: Water over roadway;

* FM 1280: Water over roadway;

* FM 230: Water over roadway;

* FM 358: Water over roadway;

* FM 358 at Piney Creek: Water on roadway but still passable

Funeral Notice: Ricky Earnest Johnson

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Ricky Earnest Johnson, 52, of Tenaha, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2015 at his home.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Don Windham and Bro. Billy Windham officiating. Interment will follow at North Jericho Cemetery in Center.

Mr. Johnson was born November 27, 1962 in Center to J.T. Johnson and Nora Evelyn Finklea Johnson. He worked construction – building houses, sheet rocking, chicken houses and took pride in refinishing furniture at home. His best piece was redoing his Grandmother Tennie’s old dresser.

Ricky leaves behind his extended family, Laurie Lynn Partlow – who he said “I wouldn’t be anyone without you.” Laurie’s children who called him “Pops” – John Smith and wife Tammy of Center, Stacey Smith of Dreka, Eric Partlow of Center, and Amy Lindley and husband, Jamie, of Huxley; the “boys” – six grandsons who he was “Paw Paw” to – Justin Smith and wife, Krystal, Matthew and Logan Smith of Center, Zachery Hass and Cody Holt of Lufkin, and Dakota Hass of Dreka and “Baby Girl” Evelynn Elizabeth Lindley; brother Johnny Johnson and Nadoona; sisters, Sue Ann Chisenhall and husband, Eddie Joe, Kathy Mora and Peggy Moore.

He is preceded in death by parents, J.T. & Nora Johnson; brothers, Jerry Thomas Johnson, Jackie Lee Johnson; nephews, Michael Etheridge, Rueben Olivas; nieces, Christy and Misty Olivas.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

DETEC outage @ 4 p.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

As of 4 PM, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is reporting approximately 130 members remaining without power due to the severe weather.

Nacogdoches Co: approx. 70 (with the majority located in the Etoile area)
San Augustine Co: less than 5
Sabine Co: approx. 55 (Hemphill)

Flags at half staff in honor of Memorial Day

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Larry Hume, VFW Post 8904 Quartermaster

Memorial Day is Monday, May 25th, 2015. United States Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise until noon. All banks, schools, businesses and government offices that fly a flag that can be lowered are asked to please do so in honor of those Americans who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

If you fly a flag that can't be lowered you can still show respect for the day by tying a black cord or ribbon to the top of the flag pole. It too should be removed at noon.

San Augustine County Chamber News 05/18/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tasha Byrd, SA Chamber executive director

Hello Chamber Friends!

It's Time to Update our Chamber Directory/Visitors Guide...We Hope to Visit
You Soon!

Don't Forget: Membership Meeting Tomorrow, May 19th~ Noon ~ Log Cabin
Our "Jr Chamber" will be Performing the Meeting and Students from Broaddus
will be visiting us- Come out and Support our Youth
Caterer: Jackson Hill Marina
Business of the Month: T & K Shaved Ice and Snacks
Speaker: Denise Smith/ GED Coordinator/ Angelina College

Have a Great Week!

Shelbyville Track & Field has great showing at state meet

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jason Ferguson- Shelbyville ISD athletic director

Shelbyville Track and Field made a strong showing at the UIL State Track and Field Event hosted at Mike Myers Stadium at the University of Texas in Austin this weekend.

Mikel Carter finished 4th in the Pole Vault ending his career in style as a school record holder, a Texas Relay competitor and a State Track Meet Medalist. Great job over the last 4 years for this young man.

The Lady Dragons, who were State Champions in the 4x400 Relay (Keanna Osby, Daisy

Cartwright, Kyra Ross and Cleosha Jeter) last year were on a mission this year. Their goal was to break the state record for Conference AA. They were the talk of the AA and AAA meet. They finished first with an astounding 40+ meter lead to win the race with the fastest time ran since 1978, with a 4:00.30. The Lady Dragons finished just .06 from the state record. Losing only one to graduation this year, the goal will be the same next year. To finish the season as State Record Holders. Great Job 4x400!

The 4x200 (Belinda Bohannon, Kyra Ross, Cleosha Jeter and Daisy Cartwright)
went into the meet in 4th place not expected to overcome some stiff competition. With a revamped plan of attack, the Lady Dragons did indeed overcome the stiff competition and indeed got on the medal stand with a strong 3rd place finish. Keanna Osby qualified for 3 events as a freshman this year and pulled off a 3 second personal record running a 2:18.36 in
the 800 M to finish 2nd. She was 7th in the 400m Dash and was a member of the gold medal 4x400 Relay. Cleosha Jeter added the one extra point placing 6th in the Triple Jump to get our team over the hump for a 2nd overall finish as a team taking home the State Runner Up Trophy. Bailey Rabalais qualified for state in the Discus for the second consecutive year and we expect big things from her in the next two seasons.

Lady Dragons set Regional and School Records in the 4x400 Relay this year. Finished with the school's highest placing ever at the State Meet this year with a 2nd place finish. With only one athlete lost to graduation, the future is very bright for the Lady Dragon Track Team.

WE WILL WIN!

Timpson Bear Update 05/18/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Mid Johnson, Timpson ISD superintendent

Upcoming Events –

Tues. May 19th - High School Awards – 10:00 a.m. - High School Auditorium
-------------------------- Kindergarten Graduation – 6:00 p.m. - Auditorium

Thurs. May 21st – Middle School Awards – 9:00 a.m. - Gym
----------------------------- Senior Scholarship Presentation – 6:00 p.m. - Auditorium

Fri. May 22nd – Senior Celebration – 6:00 p.m. – Auditorium

Tues. May 26th – Elementary Field Day

Thurs. May 28th – Middle School Graduation – 7:00 p.m. – Gym

Fri. May 29th – High School Graduation – 8:00 p.m. – Gym

Congratulations to the Boys’ Track Team as State 2A runner up. Relay teams competing in the State track meet include:

Terence Garrett, Devonta Thompson, Shakur Johnson and Eric Gossett in the 4x100 Relay—2nd.
Hayden Smith, Devonta Thompson, Shakur Johnson and Eric Gossett in the 4X100 Relay---2nd.
Also to Eric Gossett in the 100m Dash—2nd.

Timpson place Runner up (2nd) in the State Track Meet out of 57 Schools competing.

They had an outstanding Track Season.

State Academic UIL Competition - Good Luck to Robert Torres on his trip to Austin for State academic UIL competition on May 26-27!

Timpson ISD to have 10 a.m. start Tuesday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Mid Johnson, Timpson ISD superintendent

The Timpson ISD will have a late start at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow morning to allow for better bus visibility.

Timpson Independent School District

Coming up the week at Center ISD 05/18/15--05/24/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

DETEC outage update @ 1 p.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

As of 1 PM, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is reporting approximately 230 member without power due to the severe weather.

Panola Co: approx. 85 members out
Shelby Co: approx. 80
Nacogdoches Co: less than 10
San Augustine Co: approx. 50
Sabine Co: less than 5

Presentation of Regional Awards and Scholarships Highlight DETCOGâ€™s 46th Membership Meeting

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Bob Bashaw

Jasper, Texas – The Ralph W. Steen East Texan of the Year Award will be presented during the 46th Annual Deep East Texas Council of Governments (DETCOG) Membership Meeting and awards luncheon. It is being held Thursday, May 28th at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center in Lufkin.

The Steen award was named after the beloved past president of Stephen F. Austin State University, Dr. Ralph W. Steen. It honors an individual who has played a major role in leadership and service to the twelve county DETCOG Region.

Two sets of scholarships also will be presented. The Stewart and Malone Memorial Scholarships are presented to students from the region’s high schools. The DETCOG Employee Memorial Scholarships are funded by contributions from DETCOG employees and are awarded to the children or grandchildren of DETCOG employees.

“The annual membership meeting is always special because it gives the DETCOG board of directors, members and staff, a chance to visit with representatives of the communities we serve,” says DETCOG’s Executive Director, Walter G. Diggles, Sr. “The highlight of the meeting has always been the presentation of the Ralph W. Steen East Texan of the Year. What makes it special is that each new recipient is chosen by those who previously received the recognition.”

DETCOG’s Board President, Angelina County Judge, Wes Suiter, would like to extend an invitation to the public to attend. The morning sessions are free and open to the public. Luncheon tickets can be purchased at the door. Anyone needing information may contact Cynthia Trowbridge at the DETCOG office in Jasper at (409) 384-5704.

Joaquin ISD NOT running bus routes Monday afternoon

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jennifer McCann, JISD administrative assistant

Road conditions have deteriorated to such a point that Joaquin ISD has decided not to run bus routes this afternoon.

Students will be held at the school with supervision until parents can pick them up.

This is a highly unusual situation and this decision has been made in an effort to keep all
students safe.

Shelbyville ISD to start classes one hour later Tuesday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Debbie Gilchrist

Shelbyville I.S.D. will start classes one hour later than normal on Tuesday, May 19th due to the prediction of flooding roads in our area. This will allow for better visibility for bus drivers and others.

Center Emergency facility Grand Opening ribbon cutting Postponed

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Shelby County Chamber of Commerce

Due to predicted inclement weather, the Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting for the Center Emergency and Diagnostic Imaging Facility which was scheduled for Thursday, May 21 has been postponed until a later date.

For more information please contact the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at (936) 598-3682 or www.shelbycountychamber.com.

DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office awards scholarships

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Blake Woodward, network administrator, DeSoto Parish Sheriff's O

Sheriff Rodney Arbuckle is pleased to announce the winners of the LSA Scholarship Awards. Sheriff Arbuckle awarded these scholarships to four (4) DeSoto Parish graduating student:

Jasmine N. White of Logansport High School, Irenaissia Kelly of Mansfield High School, Chase Slater of North DeSoto High School, and Baylee' R. Youngblood of Mansfield High School.

Jasmine is the daughter of Ingrid Davis. She plans to attend Louisiana Tech University and will be majoring in Engineering.

Irenaissia is the daughter of TaSunda Kelly. She plans to attend Xavier University of Louisiana and will be majoring in Psychology Pre-Med while minoring in Business Administration.

Chase is the son of Sandra Vig Slater. He plans to attend Northwestern State University and will be majoring in Mass Communication.

Baylee' is the daughter of Ronie T. and Vanessa Mckinney Youngblood. She plans to attend Louisiana State University Shreveport and will be majoring in Biology/Pre-Med.

Sheriff Arbuckle said, "We were able once again to award four scholarships to DeSoto Parish students. This would not be possible without the kind and generous support from DeSoto Parish citizens of the Louisiana Sheriff's Honorary Membership Program. Thanks again for your participation and

support."

Pictured Left to Right: Chase Slater, Irenaissia Kelly, Sheriff Rodney Arbuckle, Baylee' R. Youngblood, Jasmine N. White

Timpson lighting event at MLK Field postponed until June 1

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Paul Smith, Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce, president

Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce President Paul Smith tells us due to the weather today and other events the rest of the month the lighting event at MLK Field in Timpson has been postponed until Monday June 1st. Same time same venue but with fresh hotdogs and buns! Please mark it on your calendar.

DETEC weather related outages @ 11 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

As of 11 AM, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is reporting approximately 1300 member without power due to the severe weather.

Panola Co: 550 members out - due to an outage experienced by SWEPCO whom feeds the DETEC line
Shelby Co: 95
Nacogdoches Co: 60
San Augustine Co: 450
Sabine Co: 150
Jasper Co: less than 10

Crews are currently out working to restore power as quickly and as safely as possible. To report an outage, please call: 1-800-392-5986.

DETEC would like to remind members to be safe - STAY AWAY FROM ALL DOWNED LINES. Consider them all to be live and dangerous. Call DETEC at 1-800-392-5986 to report downed lines and outages.

UPDATE: Timpson ISD student receives lightning shock during height of storms, reported to be OK

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Center Broadcasting has received a confirmed report that a Timpson High school student received a lightning shock while attending a class in the computer lab around 9:30 a.m. Monday morning.

The incident happened during the height of the severe thunderstorms that were tracking through the area.

TISD officials say the student was conscious, checked out by the school nurse and paramedics, and it was decided to take him to the hospital to be checked out.

There were no other injuries resulting from the shock.

According to Superintendent Dr. Mid Johnson,

"TISD students are fine following a lightening storm that passed through our community this morning. According to early and preliminary reports, lightening did pass through one of the classroom windows and apparently hit one student who is currently being medically evaluated as a precautionary measure. The parents of that student have been notified."

CHS Theatre Department presents "Spring House Cafe" Wednesday evening

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

The CHS Theatre Department has its final show, the Spring Coffee House, on Wednesday
May 20th at 7:30 PM.

Performances include Senior Recital scenes (the final original scenes of our advanced students), monologues, UIL Poetry and Prose performances, original poetry and an original song performed by the composer.

It is an intimate evening: the first 90 people will be seated. The audience will sit on the stage with the performers so seating is limited.

Warm drinks and sweets will be sold during intermission. Admission is free but donations are accepted.
â€‹~Chris Watlingtonâ€‹

Rider Baseball to play Hudson in third-round playoff series in Gary starting Thursday

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

The Center High School Varsity Baseball team claimed the Area Championship in Gary last Friday night in a dominate double header against Groesbeck.

The Riders outscored the Goats 29-2 in a two game series that sends them to the next round of playoffs this week. The Roughriders will be against a familiar foe, the Hudson Hornets.

The series will begin on Thursday night in Gary with game time at 7 PM. Game 2 will be on Friday night in Gary at 7 PM and if needed, Game 3 will be on Saturday in Gary at 1 PM.

Center High Awards & National Honor Society induction ceremony on May 21

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

The Center High School Student Awards and National Honor Society has been set for Thursday, May 21st.

The National Honor Society Induction Ceremony will be in the CHS Library at 4:00 PM.

The Student Awards will be in the CHS Cafetorium at 5:00 PM.

UPDATED FUNERAL NOTICE: Louann Hurst Leach

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Louann Hurst Leach, aged 59, of Pineland, Texas passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2015 in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 18, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at First United Methodist Church in Center with Rev. Carl Smith, Rev. Rob Merriman, and Rev. Karen Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Center.

Mrs. Leach was born November 2, 1955 in Center, Texas to Jerry Waters and Marie Hurst Waters. Mrs. Leach enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved attending her grandchildren’s sporting events and other activities. She looked forward to their annual summer vacations where the entire family could be together, as family was so important to her. She particularly loved Christmas and watching her grandchildren’s faces as they opened their gifts. Whenever she was close to her grandchildren, she would devote time reading to them, playing with them, and holding them. Mrs. Leach also enjoyed spending time at Hawkeye, the family’s hunting club, shopping with her friends, and going out to dinner with her husband, Mick Leach. Whenever the family was happy, she was happy. She truly dedicated her entire life to make sure everyone had what they needed.

Mrs. Leach was an active member of Gideons International. She was involved in several women’s groups. Mrs. Leach was strong in her faith in God and blessed in her life. She believed in God and wanted all her children and grandchildren to have God in their lives. We know she is now watching over all of us and will always be with us wherever we go and in all that we do in life.

Mrs. Leach is survived by her husband, Mick Leach of Pineland; two sons Mark Leach and wife, Jennifer, of Shelbyville, Texas, and Tim Leach and wife, Courtney, of Penn Laird, Virginia; five grandchildren: Colt, Gracie, Chloe, Reese, and Sydney Leach; Sisters Mary Lynn Tinkle and husband, Steve, of Center, Texas, and Amy Philips and husband, Mark, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Brother Nick Waters and wife, Misti, of Magnolia, Texas; Special Niece Wendi Summers; and numerous other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jerry Waters and Marie Hurst Waters; and grandparents, Dr. T.L. and Lilly Hurst.

Pallbearers will be Todd Clark, Nathan Phelps, Donnie Moody, Jon Schillings, Tim Hopkins and Ray Griffin. Honorary pallbearers will be Ben Wulf, Deuce Wulf, Vic Cooper, J.B. Raymond, Joez Jones, Justin Wagstaff, Heath Hagler, Randy Tomlin, Brady Scarber and Joey Lawson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Gideons International, PO Box 756, Hemphill, Texas 75948.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Weather Update @ 8:30 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

Nowcast | as of 8:30 a.m. CDT on May 18, 2015Showers and thunderstorms...some of which are producing very heavy rainfall...will continue across parts of East Texas...north Louisiana...and southwest Arkansas this morning. Rainfall amounts through 9 30 am will average between a half to three quarters of an inch...with higher amounts of up to two inches possible under heavier downpours. The rain is training for the South west to the Northeast right over us. Keep tuned to your favorite station for weather updates. Some of these can quickly turn severe as it has in the Bellville area sw of houston. movement is at 45 mph
Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Local Sports Round Up 05/18/15; Lady Dragons, Bears finish in second at state track meet, Shelbyville mile-relay repeats as champs, Rider Baseball headed to region quarterfinals

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In sports,

Track & Field state meet local results:

The Shelbyville Lady Dragons repeated as state champions in the Class 2A 4x400 Relay by grabbing the gold during Saturday’s events. After setting a new region record, the Lady Dragons were .06 off the Class 2A state record. Overall, the Lady Dragons take second place as a team with 41 points (Rosebud-Lott 64). Shelbyville girls also claim a medal in the 4x200 Relay by placing 3^rd.

The Timpson Bears get two runner finishes in two relays and end the meet with second place in Class 2A with 40 points (New Deal 58). Timpson came in second behind New Deal in both the 4x100 Relay and 4x200 Relay. E.C. Gossett of Timpson was silver medalist in the 100 m Dash, .03 of a second behind the winner.

State meet results:

Shelbyville:

Boys-

Pole Vault-Mikel Carter 4^th 14-0 (1^st-15.03 Tolar)

Girls-

Discus-Bailey Rabalais 9th

Triple Jump – Cleosha Jeter 6^th 34-04.5 (1^st-36-04 Canadian)

400 meter – Ke’Anna Osby 7^th 1:02.91 (1^st-59.55 Seymour)

4x200 Relay – (Belinda Bohannon, Cleosha Jeter, Daisy Cartwright & Kyra Ross 3^rd 1:46.39 (1^st-1:42.0 Rosebud-Lott)

4x400 Relay (Mile Relay) (Ke’Anna Osby, Daisy Carwright, Kyra Ross & Cleosha Jeter) 1^st 4:00.3

Timpson:

Shot Put-Alberto Cuero 9th

100m Dash-E.C. Gossett 2^nd 10.8 sec. (1^st-10.77 Lovelady)

4x100 Relay- E.C. Gossett, Terrance Garrett, Shakur Johnson and DeVonte’ Thompson 2^nd 42.45 sec. (1^st-42.25 New Deal)

4x200 Relay - Hayden Smith, Shakur Johnson, E.C. Gossett, DeVonte’ Thompson 2^nd 1:28.84 (1^st-1:28.65 New Deal)

Joaquin:

Girls-

High Jump-Annabeth Vaughn 7th

San Augustine:

Girls –

San Augustine Lady Wolf Ky’Ashlyn Price got a silver medal in the 2A Long Jump. By the way, San Augustine girls were .04 behind the Shelbyville Lady Dragons who picked up the bronze in the 4x200 Relay.

Long Jump -Ky’Ashlyn Price 2^nd 17-02.75 (1^st-17-04.0 Mertzon Irion Co)

4×100 Relay (KiUndrea Sigler, LaErica Pickens, Britney Bluford, Ky’Ashlyn Price, Aaliyah Anders, Millie Medina) 4^th 49.87 (1^st-47.89 Rosebud-Lott)
4×200 Relay (KiUndrea Sigler, LaErica Pickens, Britney Bluford, Ky’Ashlyn Price, Aaliyah Anders, Millie Medina) 4^th 1:46.43 (1^st-1:42 Rosebud-Lott)

Garrison

Boys-

Pole Vault-Cody Cooper

Girls-

High Jump-Kori Westmoreland 7th

Long Jump-Ki’Audra Hayter 5th

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Roughriders take the area championship with a dominating sweep of the Groesbeck Goats in the best-of-three Class 4A playoff series Friday night in Gary. The Riders advance to the region quarterfinal round where they will tangle with former district rival Hudson. The Hornets move on after their area sweep of Lorena. That third-round series is set for Gary due to the threat of rain this week. Game 1 is at 7 p.m. Thursday, Game 2 at 7 p.m. Friday, and if necessary, Game 3 at 1 p.m. Saturday. The Riders dominated Groesbeck in the double-header, taking a 17-0 win in Game 1, and 12-2 in six-innings of Game 2. Center bats tallied 32 hits in those two games. As for pitching, the staff allowed a hit and a run while striking out 16 Groesbeck batters.

Center (22-3-1) vs. Hudson (21-10
Regional Quarterfinals
Game 1 Thursday at 7pm at Gary, Center visitors
Game 2 at 7pm at Gary, Center home
Game 3, if needed, Saturday at 1pm at Gary

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call.

Meanwhile, Dist. 19-4A Carthage sweeps Madisonville in a best-of-three area round series. The Bulldogs move on to play Waco Robinson in the region quarterfinal round this week. Waco Robinson beat Jasper to advance.

Carthage (17-10) vs. Robinson (25-5-1)

Game 1: Friday, May 22nd @ Mesquite Tillery, 6:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 23rd @ Mesquite Tillery, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

The Joaquin Rams had their season end Saturday as state-ranked Centerville takes an 11-1 win in a Class 2A area championship game at Gary Saturday. Centerville moves on to play Beckville in the region quarterfinals.

The second round of the baseball playoffs not good for two No. 1 state-ranked teams. Class 2A’s top team and defending state champion, Douglass lost their best-of-three series to Colmesneil (1-7, 22-5, 5-7). The Game 1 loss to Colmesneil also ended a 51-game winning streak. In Class 3A, Central Heights lost a one-game playoff to Warren (0-1) Thursday. Colmesneil is not the only Dist. 24-2A team still alive, West Sabine defeats Cushing in the area round to advance.

Softball state playoffs:

The Joaquin Lady Rams were eliminated from the Class 2A playoffs when Cushing swept their best-of-three region quarterfinal series in Tatum. Cushing won Game 1, 6-4 Thursday, and Game 2 Friday, 4-3. Cushing moves on to play Fruitvale/Cayuga winner in the region semi-finals.

The Carthage Lady Bulldogs are headed to the Class 4A region semi-finals after a sweep of Huntington in their best-of-three region quarterfinal series. Carthage moves on to play Huffman-Hargrave.

The Henderson Lady Lions were defeated by Waco Robinson in another 4A region quarterfinal round series.

SFA wins commissioner’s cup

The SFA athletics program has won its third Southland Commissioner's Cup, by a landslide. Behind nine Southland Conference championships during the 2014-15 school year, SFA dominated, announced by the league Sunday. SFA finished ahead of second-place Lamar by 20.5 points by compiling 177.5 points. The Commissioner’s Cup is an award given by the Southland Conference to the league program that has accumulated the most points based on each individual sport’s finish in its respective standings.

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6. According to Clint Tanner, the location has been changed to a familiar site, Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road. Tanner said DU used that location previously. There will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

FLASH FLOOD WATCH UNTIL 7 P.M., rain could be heavy at times today

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FLASH FLOOD WATCH TILL 7 P.M.

Today: a 90 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 81. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 68.

Tuesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 85. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 69.

Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 85.

Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 84.

Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 66.

Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 83.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 86.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71.

Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/15/15--05/18/15

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Arrest Report

5/15/15—5/18/15

Shelby County:

Candace Marie Scruggs, 22, Joaquin, Theft

Kevin Randall Nash, 31, Center, Warrants-Failure to Appear, Original Charges: Possession of a Controlled Substance & Possession of Marijuana; Violation of Probation, Original Charges: Possession of Marijuana & Resisting Arrest; Warrants-Theft & Disorderly Conduct; and Bond Surrenders-Driving While License Suspended, Possession of a Controlled Substance & Possession of a Dangerous Drug

Gustarvis Johnson, 41, Center, Tampering/Fabricating Physical Evidence & Possession of Marijuana in a Drug Free Zone

Christopher Huskey, 35, Joaquin, Bond Surrender-Jefferson County Warrant-Reckless Driving

Kathryn King, 37, Center, Driving While Intoxicated-3rd of More & Driving While License Invalid

San Augustine County:

James O’Neil Brown, 48, San Augustine, Criminal Trespass, Assault (Threat), Injury to a Child/Disabled/Elderly

Matarya Q. Whitaker, 40, Nacogdoches, Possession of Marijuana

Radricus L. Polley, 34, Nacogdoches, Public Intoxication

Fanci Sowell, 23, Broaddus, Disorderly Conduct

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Tenaha City Council to hold regular meeting today, new members to take seats

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The Tenaha City Council will meet at 5:30 p.m. this afternoon and their agenda includes canvassing the May 9 council election and administering oaths to newly elected members including Claudine Howard, Michael Baker and Natalie Harris.

City Attorney Stephen Shires is to address the council on the accepting the City of Tenaha Employee Handbook, and truck and animal control ordinances/collecting city fines.

Tenaha City Council will also consider purchasing mower equipment for parks and streets.

Joaquin to swear-in new mayor, council members tonight

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The Joaquin City Council will have a regular meeting at 6 p.m. tonight and swearing in of new mayor Bill Baker and council members Mike Atkinson and Joe Long will be one of the first items of business.

Among the agenda items for discussion and possible action will be appointment of new Mayor Pro Tem and possible annexation of Haslam Tire Company.

In addition to establishment of a separate account for Public Safety Fees and separate account to pay USDA loan.

oaquin City Council will also consider hiring a new part-time clerk and a utility rate increase.

Joaquin ISD Board to meet this evening

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The Joaquin ISD Board of Trustees will meet at 6 p.m. Monday and among agenda items will be reorganization of the school board following the May 9 election. Ronnie Belrose and Thomas Harvey will be administered the oath of office as new trustees.

Items for consideration and possible action will be the 2015-16 School Calendar, resolution to extend depository contract and FNF Policy dealing with student rights, responsibilities/interrogations and searches.

Timpson to flip-on new lights at MLK ballfield this evening

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The City of Timpson has teamed up with the Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce to have a ribbon cutting and flipping the switch for the new lights on the MLK baseball field at 7 p.m. tonight, Monday.

The community is invited to come out and enjoy hotdogs and cold drinks.

Veterans invited to Center Middle School Memorial Day program Wednesday, asked to RSVP today

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While Memorial Day is set aside as a day to remember those who have died in military service to the country, the sacrifice of all veterans is important for Americans to remember.

On Wednesday, May 20, Center Middle School, (CMS) will be hosting a Memorial Day program to remind students of the service veterans have provided in keeping the country safe and secure.

There will be two program times, 9:00 am and 10:00 am.

CMS faculty and staff invite veterans of all branches of service to participate in the program as guests of honor. If you would like to attend, you're asked to RSVP Greg Rowe by calling (936) 657-4844 or emailing gregory.rowe@centerisd.org. If responding by email, please include your branch of service with your name and your preferred time to attend the program.

Please respond by Monday, May 18 at 5:00 p.m.

Shelby County Chamber of Commerce "Teacher Appreciation" reception set for Wednesday

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The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Teacher Appreciation reception hosted by the Shelby County Chamber and presented by Cline Family Medicine will be held this Wednesday, May 20 at the Windham Civic Center in Center at 4:00 p.m.

The reception is held annually to salute and recognize the dedicated administrations and teaching staff of all the Shelby County school districts.

The Chamber of Commerce Education committee will present each school campus Teacher of the Year with a Certificate of Recognition and will announce the Shelby County Teacher of the Year for Elementary and Secondary schools.

The Teacher of the Year from the Shelby County School Campuses are:

F.L. Moffett Primary School – Elizabeth Rowlett

Center Elementary School – Amy Sanford

Center Intermediate School – Betty Cook

Center Middle School – Tabitha Stone

Center High School – Michael Elder

Excelsior ISD – Nancy Dickerson

Joaquin Elementary School – Lori May

Joaquin Junior High School – Mary Hovey

Joaquin High School – Regina Brazzel

S.W. Carter Elementary – Martha Goodwyn

Shelbyville Middle School –Jared Jones

Shelbyville High School – Marc Raines

Timpson Elementary – Cindy Lovil

Timpson Middle School – Kristan Solomon

Timpson High School – Teresa Jourden

Gold sponsors for the event are Farmers State Bank and Shelby Savings Bank. For more information please contact the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at 936-598-3682 or visit us at www.shelbycountychamber.com

Time running out to enter "Cowboy Up Your Storefront", May 25 is deadline, prize money & tickets winners

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With the 62nd Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Pro Rodeo coming to Center on June 5 & 6, the sheriff's posse is encouraging businesses to "Cowboy Up" their store fronts.

You're asked to deck your business store front out in full western flair. Sheriff's Posse Chairman Boo Klein says it helps to add extra excitement to the event and grabs the attention of visitors to the community.

Business will be judged by members of the community, and the judging will take place on Thursday, June 4th. Storefronts will be judged on originality, color, and characteristics. First Place pays out $250 plus 8 rodeo tickets; second place pays out $150 plus 4 rodeo tickets.

There is no entry fee to participate in the contest.

If you would like to enter the Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest, please stop by Center Broadcasting Company offices at 307 San Augustine Street in Center to pick up your required entry form, or visit us our website at cbc-radio.com.

For more information contact Boo Klein at 936-590-0661.

Forms must be turned in to Center Broadcasting, 307 San Augustine Street in Center on or before May 25th. Each business will be issued a number upon returning the completed entry form.

Winners will be judged on Thursday, June 4^th, and announced on Fri. morning on the KQBB 100.5 and KDET 930AM; and at rodeo.

Funeral Notices: 05/18/15

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Obits:

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 70-year old Brenda “BB” Cook Hennigan of Joaquin. She passed away Friday in Dallas. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Watson & Sons Chapel, with interment at 4 p.m. Wednesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Beaumont. Among Brenda “BB” Cook Hennigan’s survivors is her husband, Larry Hennigan of Joaquin; children, Shanna Verret of Hamshire, Shawn & Kelli Morgan of Fannett, Larry “Bosco” Hennigan of Oklahoma, and Anthony & Candace Hennigan of Joaquin; sister, Carolyn Willison of Louisiana; and mother, Nelwyn Earle Cook of Center. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department, Desoto Fire District 1 and Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund.

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 59-year old Louann Hurst Leach of Pineland. She passed away Friday in Nacogdoches. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. this evening at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Service will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at First United Methodist Church in Center, with interment at Fairview Cemetery in Center. Among Louann Hurst Leach’s survivors is her husband, Mick Leach of Pineland; sons, Mark & Jennifer Leach of Shelbyville and Tim & Courtney Leach of Virginia; sisters, Mary Lynn & Steve Tinkle of Center and Amy & Mark Phillips of Baton Rouge; and brother, Nick & Misti Waters of Magnolia. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Gideons International, Hemphill

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 59-year old Richard Lee Sharp, Sr. of Joaquin. Service will be held at 2 p.m. this afternoon at Watson & Sons Chapel, with interment at Strong Cemetery, Huxley.

Garrison Funeral Home announces service for 82-year old Doris Resha Lunsford. She passed away Thursday in Nacogdoches. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, May 17 at Garrison Funeral Home. Service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Nacogdoches County, with burial at Walnut Grove Cemetery, Garrison. Among Doris Lunsford’s survivors is a daughter, Cathey Lunsford of Garrison.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces service for 45-year old James Ollie Burns of San Augustine. He passed away last Friday in Houston. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. Service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with burial at Dickerson Cemetery, San Augustine County. He was a carpenter. Among James Ollie Burns’ survivors is his wife, Judy Burns of San Augustine; daughters, Renee & Jerry Wall of San Augustine and Sissy Burns and David Harvey of Nacogdoches; son, J.D. & Tisha Burns of San Augustine; brothers, Burbon “Punk” Burns of San Augustine and Jessie & Frances Burns of Palestine; and sisters, Octavia Belt of Alto and Emma Lou Martin of San Augustine.

Funeral Notice: Brenda "BB" Cook Hennigan

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Brenda “BB” Cook Hennigan, 70, of Joaquin, passed away Friday, May 15, 2015 in Dallas.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Randy Smith and Bro. Robert Ortigo officiating. Interment will be held at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Beaumont.

Mrs. Hennigan was born April 5, 1945 in Beaumont to John Earnest Cook and Nelwyn Earle Bowers Cook. She loved cooking, rodeoing and spending time with family. She was a member of First Methodist Church in Joaquin.

She is survived by

Husband: Larry Hennigan of Joaquin

Children:

Shanna Verret of Hamshire

Shawn Morgan and wife, Kelli, of Fannett

Larry “Bosco” Hennigan of Stillwater, Oklahoma

Anthony Hennigan and wife, Candace, of Joaquin

Sister: Carolyn Willison of Sulphur, Louisiana

Mother: Nelwyn Earle Cook of Center

Grandchildren:

Justin Morgan of Hamshire

Caleb Verret of Hamshire

Keli Morgan of Fannett

Kassi Morgan of Fannett

Kailea Hennigan of Timpson

Austin Hennigan of Stillwater

Haley Steadman of Joaquin

Layla Steadman of Joaquin

Preceded in death by

Father: John Earnest Cook

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department, Desoto Fire District 1 and Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Timpson Area Chamber's BBQ Cook-off deemed success (cook-off results)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce

Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce 3rd annual BBQ Cook-Off, Bike Rally and Kite Flying event was a huge success. Everyone that came out enjoyed themselves and had plenty to eat. The weather turned out beautiful and the chance of rained proved no threat. This year a kite Flying Contest was added that the children and many adults enjoyed. At one time their were as many as 5 kites in the air with the highest being over 500 feet. A great day to fly a kite. Trophies were awarded for highest, most colorful and smallest. This year the Kite Flying contest was sponsored by Timpson Tamco. Friday evening dance kicked everything off with Curtis Daniel entertaining. Trophies were awarded for motorcycle rally as follows:

Roland Brittian from Tenaha received trophies for oldest rider and farthest ride.
Andy Terry received the people choice trophy.

BBQ winners:
Chicken:
1st Place: Midnight Smokers from Carthage Texax
2nd Place: Rub Me Tender from Timpson Texas
3rd Place: Sean Miller from Benton Louisiana

Ribs:
1st Place: Sean Miller from Benton Louisiana
2nd Place: Midnight Smokers from Carthage Texas
3rd Place: Rub Me Tender from Timpson Texas

Brisket:
1st Place: Sean Miller from Benton Louisiana
2nd Place: Midnight Smokers from Carthage Texas
3rd Place: Rub Me Tender from Timpson Texas
Grand Prize was tied between Midnight Smokers and Sean Miler

VFW Post 8904 Memorial Day Program to be held May 25

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Larry Hume, VFW Post 8904 Quartermaster

Shelby County Memorial VFW Post 8904 & the Ladies Auxiliary will hold their annual Memorial Day Program on Monday, May 25th, 2015 at 11 am in Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church, 211 Porter Street, Center, Texas.

Names of all Shelby County Veterans killed in action from the Civil War to today's War on Terror will be read. The memorial wreath will be decorated by those in attendance as the names are read.

Musical selections will be provided by students from the Center Middle School Band and Choir. The playing of Taps will close the program. As always the public is cordially invited.

Center High School Teacher of the Year: Michael Elder

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Center Middle School Teacher of the Year: Tabitha Stone

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Center Intermediate School Teacher of the Year: Betty Cook

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Center Elementary School Teacher of the Year: Amy Sanford

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

FL Moffett Teacher of the Year: Elizabeth Rowlett

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Funeral Notice: James Ollie Burns

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces service for 45-year old James Ollie Burns of San Augustine. He passed away last Friday in Houston.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.

Service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with burial at Dickerson Cemetery, San Augustine County.

He was a carpenter.

Among James Ollie Burns’ survivors is his wife, Judy Burns of San Augustine; daughters, Renee & Jerry Wall of San Augustine and Sissy Burns and David Harvey of Nacogdoches; son, J.D. & Tisha Burns of San Augustine; brothers, Burbon “Punk” Burns of San Augustine and Jessie & Frances Burns of Palestine; and sisters, Octavia Belt of Alto and Emma Lou Martin of San Augustine.

Funeral Notice: Doris Resha Lunsford

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Garrison Funeral Home announces service for 82-year old Doris Resha Lunsford. She passed away Thursday, May 14 in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, May 17 at Garrison Funeral Home.

Service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Nacogdoches County, with burial at Walnut Grove Cemetery, Garrison.

Among Doris Lunsford’s survivors is a daughter, Cathey Lunsford of Garrison.

DeSoto Parish sheriff involved in reckless driver incident

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Blake Woodward, DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office network administr

DeSoto Parish Sheriff Rodney Arbuckle would like to announce the arrest of a subject following a reckless driver complaint.

On May 14, 2015, at about 1:22 p.m., a complainant contacted the Sheriff's Office in reference to a vehicle which was observed swerving across both lanes of traffic on Highway 171 heading south. Sheriff Arbuckle was en route, along with Clerk of Court Jeremy Evans, to a D.A.R.E. graduation at North DeSoto High School. A deputy clerk in the vehicle with them observed the BOLO vehicle and saw what they believed to be a physical altercation occurring between a male driver and female passenger.

Due to not being in his department vehicle, he contacted the Sheriff's Office and requested a marked patrol unit to intercept the vehicle. The vehicle began driving erratically and nearly caused an accident at the traffic control light in front of NDHS and the entrance to North DeSoto Estates.

Sheriff Arbuckle exited the privately owned vehicle (POV) and approached the driver. He identified himself and verbally informed the driver to stop the vehicle. The driver refused to stop, at which time Sheriff Arbuckle attempted to reach in the vehicle and remove the driver.

A physical confrontation between Sheriff Arbuckle and the driver occurred and the driver began to drive away from Sheriff Arbuckle while he was still reaching inside the vehicle.

Once Sheriff Arbuckle realized the vehicle was moving and he was not going to be able to remove the driver, he pushed himself away from the vehicle. He was run over by the rear driver's tire of the fleeing Jeep Wrangler and sustained injuries to his arm, hands, and right leg. He was able to get up and returned to the POV to follow the fleeing driver.

Other subjects who witnessed the events unfold immediately called the DeSoto Sheriff's Office and began to give information regarding the incident. With the help of the citizens, responding units were directed to assist.

The driver of the vehicle ultimately fled to the 600 block of Long Road in Gloster, LA and stopped at a private residence. Sheriff Arbuckle exited the POV and attempted to get the driver to surrender.

The driver placed the Jeep Wrangler in reverse as if he was going to flee again, at which time Sheriff Arbuckle fired two rounds from a handgun into the passenger rear tire to attempt to disable the vehicle.

With the assistance of a local bail bond recovery agent and Clerk of Court Jeremy Evans, the driver and passenger of the vehicle were placed in handcuffs without further incident. Upon the arrival of other deputies, Sheriff Arbuckle continued on to the D.A.R.E. graduation. He was later taken to a local hospital and his wounds were tended to by staff members.

The driver was identified as Joshua Alan Sepulvado (W/M - DOB: 06/19/1987) of Gloster, LA. The passenger was identified, questioned, and released.

It was found that Mr. Sepalvado was under the influence of narcotics at the time of his arrest and had an extensive criminal history. He was ultimately arrested and booked into
DeSoto Parish Detention Center on the following charges: LA R.S. 32:79
Driving on Roadway Laned for Traffic, LA R.S. 32:58 Careless Operation, LA
R.S. 14:99 Reckless Operation, LA R.S. 14:98.2 Operating a Vehicle While
Intoxicated (2nd Offense), and LA R.S. 14:34.7 Aggravated Second Degree
Battery.

Capitol Update 05/15/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Chris Paddie, State Rep., House Dist. 9

As we enter the final weeks of the 84th Legislative Session, things have been moving fast here in Austin. Procedural deadlines have begun killing legislation that has not advanced far enough through the legislative process.

While I have had some bills fall victim to these procedural hurdles, I am proud of the bills that I have passed out of the House and which are working their way through the Senate. Some of the highlights of my legislation from the 84th Session include:

· H.B. 849 creates two sales tax holidays for firearms, ammunition and hunting supplies. These holidays would occur the weekend before dove season opens and the weekend before deer season opens.

· H.B. 906 allows for additional experienced and dedicated individuals to serve as veterans county service officers. This will help strengthen support for our veterans and provide more counties with qualified people to serve as veterans county service officers.

· H.B. 1123 increases the penalty for possession and promotion of child pornography. I filed this legislation as a result of recent cases of child pornography in our own backyard. The bill also requires that offenders serve at least half of their sentence before even becoming eligible for parole.

· H.B. 1997/S.B. 788 is Kari's Law. This bill, borne out of the tragic murder of Kari Dunn, will require that businesses have phone systems which allow users to call 911 without first having to dial '9' or any other keys. Kari's Law was signed by Gov. Abbott last Friday. I am looking forward to standing with Kari's family and Sen. Eltife as Gov. Abbott signs this bill, which will forever memorialize Kari Dunn.

While these are some of the bills that I have authored and passed out of the House of Representatives, the House has passed many important pieces of legislation including ethics reform, open carry, historic tax reform, border security enhancements, and several pro-life bills. There are many important issues remaining to be resolved over the next two weeks. I look forward to continuing to represent you in Austin.

As the legislative session winds up, I want to encourage you to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. I want to hear your opinion regarding the issues that are important to you. It is with your input that I am able to best represent you. My office number is 512-463-0556 or district9.paddie@house.state.tx.us.

Funeral Notice: Louann Hurst Leach

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Louann Hurst Leach, 59, of Pineland, passed away Friday, May 15, 2015 in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 18, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at First United Methodist Church in Center with Rev. Carl Smith, Rev. Rob Merriman and Rev. Karen Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Center.

Mrs. Leach was born November 2, 1955 in Center to Jerry Waters and Marie Hurst Waters. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Mrs. Leach was a member of First United Methodist Church in Center.

She is survived by

Husband: Mick Leach of Pineland

Sons:

Mark Leach and wife, Jennifer, of Shelbyville

Tim Leach and wife, Courtney, of Penn Laird, Virginia

Grandchildren:

Colt Leach

Gracie Leach

Chloe Leach

Reese Leach

Sydney Leach

Sisters:

Mary Lynn Tinkle and husband, Steve, of Center

Amy Philips and husband, Mark, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Brother: Nick Waters and wife, Misti, of Magnolia

Special niece: Wendi Summers

Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by

Parents: Jerry Waters and Marie Hurst Waters

Grandparents: Dr. T.L. and Lilly Hurst

Pallbearers will be Todd Clark, Nathan Phelps, Donnie Moody, Jon Schillings, Tim Hopkins and Ray Griffin. Honorary pallbearers will be Ben Wulf, Deuce Wulf, Vic Cooper, J.B. Raymond, Joez Jones and Justin Wagstaff.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Gideons International, PO Box 756, Hemphill, Texas 75948.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Gov. Abbott signs "Kari's Law"

Posted About Nine Years Ago

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today signed Senate Bill 788 (Eltife, R-Tyler; Paddie, R-Marshall), also known as “Kari’s Law”, to require direct dialing of 9-1-1 from multi-line telephone systems across the state. Governor Abbott was joined by members of Kari’s family at a signing ceremony hosted in the Governor’s Public Reception Room.

“There’s a lesson virtually every parent teaches their child – if you face an emergency, call 9-1-1,” Governor Abbott said. “I am signing Kari’s Law to ensure that whenever there is an emergency, any child and any adult who dials 9-1-1 is going to be able to connect with emergency personnel to ensure they come to the rescue of those who need help the most. Today cements in history the important role Kari Hunt has played and I’m thankful for her and her family in changing the course of the future of the State of Texas..”

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/15/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 15, 2015- Student Holiday/Teacher In-Service

May 21, 2015-Boo Bullying in SEC

May 22, 2015-Scholarship Assembly; Senior Celebration at the Youth Center RSVP Required.

May 25, 2015-Texas State Solo & Ensemble Hendrickson HS Pflugerville

May 26, 2015-PK4 Field Trip to Zoo; Elementary Field Day

May 27, 2015- Elementary Awards in SEC 9:00 am

May 28, 2015-Early Release 11:30 am; End of 6th Grading Period; Graduation

May 29, 2015-Teacher In-Service/Student Holiday

Senior Spotlight

Bryan Servin

Parents/Grandparents: Filomena Servin & Jose Servin

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Soccer

Favorite High School Memory: Winning 2nd Place in the Soccer Tournament

Best Friend in School: Aaron Harris

Favorite Book: Of Mice and Men

What College or Tech School planning to attend: Panola Junior College

What Career Field Pursuing: Criminal Justice

Jasper Spurlock

Parents/Grandparents: Connie Murphy & Kenny Spurlock

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Baseball; Track and
Field

Favorite Song: Time Marches On

Favorite Book: Bad Moon Rising

What Career Field Pursuing: Psychology; Culinary

Shoneta Thomas

Nickname: TJ

Parents/Grandparents: Shoneta Thomas & Latoria "Danielle" Washington

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Track

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: Trinity Valley

Tiffani Thompson

Parents/Grandparents: Stacy Thompson & Sarah Johnson

What College or Tech School are you planning on Attending: Kilgore Jr
College

What Career Field are you pursuing? Nursing

The SCHOLARSHIP Assembly for Seniors is on May 22nd @ 9:30 a.m. in our SEC.
Parents-guardians-relatives are welcome. A reception will follow. Seniors are asked to dress to impress in their nice clothes as if going for an
interview.

We look forward to recognizing the Class of 2015 for all of their hard work.
Karen Fallin

Notice:

The Tenaha ISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:

Tenaha ISD Cafeteria

138 College Street

Tenaha TX 75661

June 1st, 2015-June 30th, 2015

Monday thru Thursday Starting June 2nd, 2015

Breakfast- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch- 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

Center ISD Board of Trustees' unofficial meeting minutes 05/14/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Joyce Permenter, Center ISD administrative assistant

Sheriff's office issues press release concerning arrest of former Shelbyville ISD teacher

Posted About Nine Years Ago by DJ Dickerson, Jr., Shelby County Sheriff's Dept. Investigator

PRESS RELEASE

ON FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2015 SHELBY COUNTY SHERIFF WILLIS BLACKWELL REPORTS THAT JOHANNA VICKERS, AGE 36, WAS ARRESTED FOR THE OFFENSE OF IMPROPER RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EDUCATOR AND STUDENT AND THE OFFENSE OF SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD, BOTH 2ND DEGREE FELONIES. THE NEED FOR AN INVESTIGATION WAS REPORTED TO THE SHELBY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE BY SHELBYVILLE I.S.D. WHO THEN FULLY COOPERATED WITH THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE THROUGHOUT THE INVESTIGATION. SHERIFF BLACKWELL WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK THE SHELBY COUNTY CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER WHO HAS PURCHASED AND DONATED THROUGH A GRANT TO LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT EARLIER THIS YEAR OF A UNIVERSAL FORENSIC EXTRACTION DEVICE WHICH PLAYED A KEY ROLL IN THE INVESTIGATION. MRS. VICKERS WAS BOOKED INTO THE SHELBY COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT JAIL FACILITY AND ARRAIGNED BY JUSTICE OF THE PEACE PRECINCT 2 MARLA DENBY WITH BOND BEING SET AT A TOTAL OF $50,000 DOLLARS FOR BOTH CHARGES. DJ DICKERSON SERGEANT - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION SHELBY COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

Shelbyville ISD superintendent issues statement concerning investigation of former employee

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Dr. Ray West, Shelbyville ISD superintendent

FROM: Ray West, Superintendent

DATE: May 15, 2015

RE: Statement Regarding Investigation of a Former Employee

I am writing this statement to provide some insight into the ongoing school and criminal investigations involving a former Shelbyville ISD employee. Since the investigations are ongoing and involve possible criminal misconduct, I am limited in offering specific information related to the case. However, I can provide the following:

Shelbyville ISD received phone calls on Friday, May 8, 2015, complaining about possible misconduct by a teacher at Shelbyville High School. After meeting with the teacher on Monday, the district initiated an internal school investigation. Very early in the investigative process, Shelbyville ISD contacted local law enforcement to oversee the investigation, since the case included the possibility of criminal wrongdoing by a school district employee. On Wednesday, May 13, 2015, Johanna Vickers, a teacher at Shelbyville High School, resigned from the school district. At the time of her resignation, Ms. Vickers noted she was resigning for “personal reasons” and did not admit to any wrongdoing related to the investigation involving her and a Shelbyville High School student. At that time, the investigation had not yet uncovered any credible information tying Ms. Vickers to a criminal act. However, since that time, it appears the investigation has uncovered evidence of possible criminal wrongdoing. It has been reported that Ms. Vickers has been charged with improper relationship between an educator and student, and sexual assault of a child. Based on the information provided so far, the charges involve interaction with one high school student. Shelbyville ISD will continue to assist local law enforcement officials as they conduct their investigations. Also, due to the severe nature of these allegations, Shelbyville ISD will be contacting the state enforcement officials to look into the possibility of revocation of teaching credentials.

It is imperative that we allow enforcement officials to uncover the facts from their investigation without an atmosphere of unnecessary rumors or speculation “clouding” the fact-finding process they must engage in. I would be remiss if I did not remind everyone that when bad things happen, many people are often affected. In this case, friends and family of those involved need to be considered. It is a sad day for all of us when anyone does not live up to high standards we all expect from educators. Nonetheless, Shelbyville ISD’s faculty and staff remain unyielding in our commitment to provide a safe and positive learning environment for our children. Thank you.

City of Tenaha Council to meet Monday (agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sheryl R. Clark, Tenaha city secretary

CITY OF TENAHA REGULAR CALLED COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA – MAY 18, 2015

If during the course of the meeting, any discussion of items on the Agenda that should be held in executive or closed session, the Council will convene in executive or closed session, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code Section and Texas Revised Civil Statues.

The City Council of Tenaha will meet in regular session on Monday, May 18, 2015 at 5:15 p.m. at the Tenaha Municipal Building located at 238 N. George Bowers Drive, Tenaha, Texas.

Order of Business:

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call

3. Prayer

4. Welcome Guests

5. Public Comments

6. Canvass The Vote – ACTION

7. Administer The Oath of Office To Newly Elected Council Members – ACTION

8. Approve Previous Meeting Minutes – ACTION

9. Financial Statement – ACTION

10. Approve City of Tenaha Employee Handbook – ACTION

11. Trucks & Animal Control Ordinances / Collecting City Fines – Attorney Stephen Shires – ACTION

12. Consider Purchasing Mowing Equipment for Parks and Streets - ACTION

13. Department Head Report

14. Council Comments

15. Adjourn

Sheryl R. Clark

City Secretary

City of Tenaha

Center Rider Baseball area playoff games rescheduled for today in Gary

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Due to field conditions, Game 1 scheduled for last night in Groesbeck was cancelled. Center and Groesbeck will now play a double header in Gary tonight, Friday, May 15th. The first game will begin at 7 PM and the second game will follow 30 minutes after the completion of the first. If needed, game 3 will take place at 1 PM on Saturday, May 16th at Groesbeck.

Center Middle School to host veterans for Memorial Day program

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

While Memorial Day is set aside as a day to remember those who have died in military service to the country, the sacrifice of all veterans is important for Americans to remember.

On Wednesday, May 20, Center Middle School, (CMS) will be hosting a Memorial Day program to remind students of the service veterans have provided in keeping the country safe and secure. There will be two program times, 9:00 am and 10:00 am. CMS faculty and staff invite veterans of all branches of service to participate in the program as guests of honor.

If you would like to attend, please RSVP Greg Rowe by calling (936) 657-4844 or emailing gregory.rowe@centerisd.org. If responding by email, please include your branch of service with your name and your preferred time to attend the program. Please respond by Monday, May 18 at 5:00 p.m.

It's Friday, and the rain continues

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 83. South wind around 5 mph.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 69.

Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 85. South wind 5 to 15 mph.

Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 72.

Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Sunday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 71.

Monday: A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 82.

Monday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, a high near 83.

Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 86.

Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low around 69.

Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/14/15--05/15/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Arrest Report

5/14/15—5/15/15

Shelby County:

Johanna Vickers, 35, San Augustine, Improper Relationship between Educator and Student & Sexual Assault of a Child

San Augustine County: No Arrest Reported

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Shelbyville ISD teacher arrested for improper relationship, sexual assault of child

Posted About Nine Years Ago

A Shelbyville ISD High School teacher was arrested Thursday by a Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Investigator for allegedly having an improper relationship with a student.

Jail records indicate that 35-year old Johanna Cravey Vickers of San Augustine was taken into custody by Investigator Chad Brown and charged with improper relationship between educator and student, in addition to sexual assault of a child. She made $50,000 bond and was released last night.

We understand Vickers taught High School English at Shelbyville ISD.

No other details of the incident are available, and we haven’t been able to reach Shelbyville ISD administration.

Center ISD Trustees vote to move forward with renovation, construction projects, part of master plan

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Center ISD Board of Trustees voted to move forward with five renovation and construction projects, most being at the Malone Street campuses during their meeting Thursday.

The stipulation is that they not exceed 50 percent of the construction fund balance, or around $3 million.

Superintendent Dr. James Hockenberry said the recommendations presented were given a lot of thought based on a 2013 Master Plan and the recent athletic facilities report and conversations.

He said the overall goal of this project is that it fits into a larger master plan for Center ISD’s future.

The five projects include renovation of the intermediate and middle school gyms, including new bleachers; upgrading the scoreboards in the middle school and intermediate school gyms, as those at the high school gym and Roughrider Stadium; consideration for adding tennis courts and looking at renovating high school stadium field house and normal summer projects such as HVAC and flooring.

The board is hoping a majority of the projects are possibly ready by the start of the new school year.

Also, at Thursday’s meeting, trustees gave Hockenberry permission to solicit proposals to relocate the school district transportation facility and operations center.

The board also approved to extend the depository contract with Shelby Savings Bank.

Construction taking shape for Family Dollar store in Shelbyville, late Fall opening

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Shelbyville is getting a dollar store.

After a sign was put up announcing plans to build several months ago, the reality starting take shape this week as clearing of property began on Hwy. 87 across from Shelbyville Grocery.

According to Family Dollar store Public & Media Relations Manager Bryn Winburn, construction of the 8,300-sq.ft store is slated to begin the end of this month and hopefully open for business in late Fall.

Ms. Winburn tells us each Family Dollar employees between 8 to 10 team members and they look to hire from the communities they serve.

She said it’s the goal of the Family Dollar to open stores in neighborhoods and communities that are in close proximity to where their customers live and work.

Ms. Winburn added the company uses sophisticated modeling software to determine that Shelbyville would be a great new location for them.

She commented that Family Dollar was excited about the new neighborhood store as she said they know their customers will benefit from the value and convenience they provide.

Family Dollar opened a store in Martinsville a few months ago.

Shelby County Relay for Life to be held at expo center tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Shelby County Relay for Life, with the theme, 'Blast from the Past' will be held this evening, Friday, May 15 from 6 p.m. to midnight at the Shelby County Expo Center. Two traditions during the event will be the Survivor Lap at 7 p.m. and the Luminaria Ceremony at 9:30 p.m. The Relay for Life benefits the American Cancer Society.

Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce BBQ Cook-Off / Dance / Bike Rally / Kite Flying Contest starts tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce is having their annual BBQ Cook-Off & Bike Rally Saturday at Frontier RV Park and Storage, located just south of Timpson on US Hwy. 59.

The BBQ Dance is held from 8 PM - 10 PM tonight with free admission and live entertainment from Curtis Daniels.

Saturday, gates will open at 10:30 AM. There will be $2,600 in cash prizes for cooking teams. Grand Champion will receive $500, with the following winners in each category; 1st Place $400, 2nd Place $200, & 3rd Place $100. Categories are Beef, Pork and Chicken. The Baked Beans Contest is a $15 buy in and winner takes all.

There will also be entertainment throughout the day, Arts & Craft vendors, Pie walk, plenty of food for tasting available to the public and a Motorcycle Rally. Barrel Train will return for children to ride all over park.

This year will feature a Kite Flying Contest, sponsored by Timpson Tamco. Trophies will be awarded for Smallest Kite, Largest Kite, Most Colorful Kite, Best Homemade Kite and Highest Kite Flown.

Saturday Admission is $10 for adults. Children under 12 are free.

River City Fest kicks-off today in Logansport, rain or shine

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The 32nd Annual Logansport River City Fest will get underway today and go through Sunday. The carnival, food and arts and crafts booths open at 5 p.m., with a fireworks show planned for 8 p.m. tonight, followed by Tequilia Rose entertaining at 8:30 p.m. Festival Chairman Karla Smith tells us the vendor selection is really good.

She says they have over 30 food and arts and craft vendors this year.

On Saturday, Ms. Smith says activities begin with the Shriners’ Walk at 8:30 a.m., with booths opening at 9 a.m.. The $500 treasure hunt's first clue is posted at 10 a.m. as well as the car show and parade. Saturday night's street dance starts at 8 with "Next of Kin". Activities continue Sunday.

Bring the family out this weekend to the 32nd annual Logansport River City Fest', rain or shine!

Huxley Helping Hands food pantry to have giveaway Saturday morning

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Huxley Helping Hands, the local mission group from the Huxley community is holding a food pantry for residents of Shelby County, tomorrow, Saturday, May 16 with sign-in starting at 9 a.m. until food is gone at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 901 Southview Circle in Center. ID and proof of residencey is required, with only one box per household. A reminder, the Huxley Helping Hands food pantry giveaway takes place the Saturday following the second Wednesday of the month.

Funeral Notices: 05/15/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Obits:

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 59-year old Richard Lee Sharp, Sr. of Joaquin. He passed away in Joaquin Monday. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Watson & Sons Chapel, with interment at Strong Cemetery, Huxley. Among Richard Lee Sharp’s survivors is a daughter, Kasey Hairgrove and Robbie Chambliss of Tenaha; sons, Richard “Little Man” Sharp and Jamie Carroll of Joaquin; brothers, Charlie & Charlotte Sharp of Michigan and Donald Harris of Denver; and sister, Annie Sharp of Orange.

Mangum Funeral Home announces service for 92-year old Vircle McSwain of Zwolle, formerly of Center. Service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Mangum Funeral Home, with burial at White Rock Cemetery, Shelby County. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. this evening at Mangum Funeral Home.

Garrison Funeral Home announces service for 99-year old Rozelle Edna Dowden Murray of Woden. She passed away Wednesday in Garrison. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Garrison Funeral Home. Service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Old Bellwood Baptist Church in Bellwood, La., with interment at Bellwood Baptist Cemetery. Among Rozelle Edna Dowden Murray’s survivors are sons, James Melvin & Lori Murray of California, Hubert & Euna Whitman of Nacogdoches, Sheryl Elmer & Deborah Murray of Timpson and Michael Elmo & Carolyn Murray of Woden; and daughter, Charlotte Edna Murray & Tommy Hamilton of Nacogdoches.

Garrison Funeral Home announces service for 84-year old Myrta Ann Taylor of Louisville, KY, formerly of Garrison. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday at Garrison Funeral Home. Service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church in Garrison, with interment at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces service for 63-year old Robert "Bob" Weberg of Lufkin. Service will be at 3 p.m. this afternoon at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. til service time today at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces a memorial service for 77-year old Charlie Marvin Mills of Houston, formerly of San Augustine. A visitation will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, with memorial service to follow at 2 p.m. at Old Salem Cemetery, Sabine County.

Community Funeral Home of Timpson announces service for 94-year old Mrs. Doris Mae Bussey of Timpson. She passed away May 3 in Washington. Service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Smyrna Baptist Church in Timpson, with interment at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha. Among Doris Mae Bussey’s survivors are sons, Andrew Bussey, Jr. and Terry Bussey, both of Washington; and daughter, Jennifer Bussey of Houston.

Garner & Son Mortuary of San Augustine announces service for 96-year old Jack Hollis of San Augustine. He passed away Tuesday at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Garner & Son Chapel. Service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Roberts Baptist Church, with interment at Roberts Cemetery.

Funeral Notice: Rozelle Edna Dowden Murray

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Rozelle Edna Dowden Murray, 99, of Woden, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2015 in Garrison.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, May 16, 2015 at Garrison Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Old Bellwood Baptist Church in Bellwood, Louisiana. Interment will follow at Bellwood Baptist Cemetery in Bellwood, Louisiana.

Ms. Murray was born March 29, 1916 in Kisatchie, Louisiana to Stephen Willis Dowden and Ada Belle Rhodes Carter Dowden. She loved quilting, crocheting, reading and making jewelry.

She is survived by

Sons:

James Melvin Murray and wife, Lori, of California

Hubert Whitman and wife, Euna, of Nacogdoches

Sheryl Elmer Murray and wife, Deborah, of Timpson

Michael Elmo Murray and wife, Carolyn, of Woden

Daughter: Charlotte Edna Murray Hamilton and husband, Tommy, of Nacogdoches

20 Grandchildren

33 Great Grandchildren

10 Great Great Grandchildren

Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by

Husband: Melvin Elmore Murray

Daughter: Madeline Carrol

Sons: Reginald Earl Murray, Ronald Stephen Murray

Granddaughter: Sabrina Fahey

Great Grandchildren: Coby Murray, Aarron Michael Murray, Sidney Rene Murray, Cameron Elizabeth Murray, Baby Murray

Parents: Stephen Willis Dowden and Ada Belle Rhodes Carter Dowden

Brothers: Martin Carter, Newton Carter, Nathan Amos Dowden, Dave Dowden, Stephen Grant “SG” Dowden

Sisters: Maude Rector, Agnes Chance, Amanda Bets

Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.

Joaquin ISD Board of Trustees to meet Monday evening (agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Funeral Notice: Richard Lee Sharp, Sr.

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Richard Lee Sharp, Sr., 59, of Joaquin, passed away Monday, May 12, 2015 in Joaquin.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 18, 2015 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Jeff Spring officiating. Interment will follow at Strong Cemetery in Huxley.

Mr. Sharp was born November 2, 1955 in Center to Charlie Sharp and Georgia Evans Sharp. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by

Daughter: Kasey Hargrove and Robbie Chambliss of Tenaha

Sons:

Richard “Little Man” Sharp of Joaquin

Jamie Carroll of Joaquin

Grandchildren:

Klayton Lewis

Christian “EZ” Lewis

Paislee Sharp

Wesley Chambliss

Brothers:

Charlie Sharp and wife, Charlotte, of Michigan

Donald Harris of Denver, Colorado

Sister: Annie Sharp of Orange

Nephews:

Bimbo Sharp and wife, Debra, of Joaquin

Jeff Sharp and wife, Cindy, of Joaquin

Charlie Sharp and wife, Ashley, of Stonewall, Louisiana

Nieces:

Danyel Sledge and husband, J.P., of Joaquin

Deena Lum and husband, Casey, of Converse

Crissy Downing and husband, Rodney, of Deadwood

A host of other relatives and friends

Preceded in death by

Wife: Cindy Hargrove Sharp

Parents: Charlie Sharp and Georgia Evans Sharp

Brother: Jimmy Sharp

Pallbearers will be Jeff Sharp, Bimbo Sharp, Lil Charlie Sharp, Wade Alvis, Robbie Chambliss and Brad Stanley. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Head and Elzie Ray Estes.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Timpson City Council to meet Tuesday evening (agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Leslie Leathers, Timpson city secretary

Weather Update @ 1:30 p.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

Isn't the sunshine wonderful? Get out and enjoy it. There are a few summertime pop up showers in the Central part of Texas, but just soft ,white, cotton ball, clouds overhead and mostly blue sky and sun here in Deep East Texas.

Mostly sunny until mid afternoon tomorrow before we see much more than a slight chance for rain.
Saturday, about the same, but with more clouds until around midday when the next SW flow aloft makes its way across Central Texas and into our area. Even then most of the rain will be in the I30 North corridor.

Sunday thru Monday...the front is expected to stall and bring us enhanced chances for another 1/2 to 1 1/2" of rain.Tuesday, we do have a chance for a cold Canadian air mass to drop thru the mid section of the US and make its way into the area and if it does....dry air and sunshine once again.

We will continue to have the upper air LOWs persist and the SW flow will bring rain back into the forecast for us by Friday-Sat of next week. I will send graphics in another email later today.
Shreveport is 1/2 foot below flood stage and the 20+ inches of rain over the last 10 days has the Red River sending lots of water down from North of Dallas. The flood stage of 30 feet has not been seen since 1933.

Joaquin City Council to meet Monday evening (amended agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Amanda Willey, Joaquin city secretary

CITY OF JOAQUIN

REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING

AMENDED AGENDA

May 18, 2015

The City Council of Joaquin will meet in regular session Monday, May 18, 2015 6:00 p.m. at The Joaquin City Hall located at 124 North Preston, Joaquin, Texas.

ORDER OF BUSINESS

1. Call to order, establish quorum & welcome guest.

2. Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance.

3. Swearing of New Mayor and Council Members

4. Council approval of the previous month’s minutes.

5. Discussion & Council action on Payment of Bills.

6. Discussion & Council action on appointment of new Mayor Pro Tem

7. Discussion & Council action on Annexation of Haslam Tire Company

8. Discussion & Council action establishment of a Separate Account for Public Safety Fees

9. Discussion & Council action on establishment of Separate Account to pay USDA Loan.

10. Discussion & Council action on hiring a new part-time clerk.

11. Discussion& Council Action on Utility Rate Increase

12. Open Forum.

13. Adjournment.

IF during the course of the of the meeting, any discussion of items on the Agenda should be held in executive or closed session, the Council will convene in executive or closed session, in accordance With the Texas Open Meetings Act, Governmental Code Section 551 and Texas Revised Civil Statutes.

Posted by Amanda Willey on May 14, 2015 at 12:33 p.m.

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/14/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 14, 2015- HS Band in route to New York

May 15, 2015- Student Holiday/Teacher In-Service

May 21, 2015-Boo Bullying in SEC

May 22, 2015-Scholarship Assembly; Senior Celebration at the Youth Center
RSVP Required.

May 25, 2015-Texas State Solo & Ensemble Hendrickson HS Pflugerville

May 26, 2015-PK4 Field Trip to Zoo; Elementary Field Day

May 27, 2015- Elementary Awards in SEC 9:00 am

May 28, 2015-Early Release 11:30 am; End of 6th Grading Period; Graduation

May 29, 2015-Teacher In-Service/Student Holiday

Senior Spotlight

Tytiannah Moore

Nickname: Tia

Parents/Grandparents: Tomiko Moore & Jimmy Moore

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Basketball; Track

Favorite High School Memory: Graduation Day

Favorite Song: Wrong Side of a Love Song by Melanie Fiona

Favorite Book: Just You by Rebecca Phillips

What College or Tech School planning to attend: Tyler Jr. College or LA
Technical College

What Career Field Pursuing: Occupational Therapy

Adolfo Reyes

Parents/Grandparents: Ismael Reyes & Deyna Reyes

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending? UTI Technical
College

What Career Field Pursuing: Diesel Mechanics

Anfernee Robertson

Nickname: Hardaway

Parents/Grandparents: Akeisha Fredieu & Anthony Robertson

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Basketball; Band

Favorite High School Memory: Winning State in Football

Best Friend in School: LaTonya Goodwin & Kasey Cooke

Favorite Song: I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston

Favorite Book: Cane River

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: Angelina

What Career Field Pursuing: X-ray Technician

Jaqueline Ruiz

Parents/Grandparents: Maria Dominguez

What College or Tech School are you planning on Attending: Panola College

TENAHA ISD'S HEAD FOOTBALL COACH TERRY WARD ACCEPTS POSITION AT HARLETON HIGH SCHOOL

Tenaha ISD's Head Football Coach Terry Ward, accepts a Position at Harleton HS. Coach Ward has been an integral part of the Tenaha ISD's success both on and off the field. For the last eight years he has served the district as an Athletic Director, coach, and for the last year in a dual capacity as Football Head Coach and the Elementary Principal. "His loyalty and
dedication has truly been an inspiration to all," stated High School Principal Judy Monroe.

He will leave a legacy of success in Tenaha unmatched by any who has held the position before him. Coach Ward's career at Tenaha resulted in a 66-15 record, 6 district championships, 4 Regional Championships, and the 2011 State Championship.

"Unfortunately, the coaching profession is one of constant fluctuation. The climate of the profession is fluid and movement is not at all uncommon," states Superintendent Scott Tyner, "but, we at Tenaha have been lucky to have the opportunity to be led by a man and family of the quality of the Wards. My cap is tipped, and I wish them well." Coach Ward, his wife
Elizabeth Ward his sons Andy, Cooper, and Luke, will be missed by the Tenaha
Tiger Nation.

The SCHOLARSHIP Assembly for Seniors is on May 22nd @ 9:30 a.m. in our SEC.
Parents-guardians-relatives are welcome. A reception will follow. Seniors
are asked to dress to impress in their nice clothes as if going for an
interview.

We look forward to recognizing the Class of 2015 for all of their hard work.
Karen Fallin

Notice:

The Tenaha ISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for
all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or
disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal
service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:

Tenaha ISD Cafeteria

138 College Street

Tenaha TX 75661

June 1st, 2015-June 30th, 2015

Monday thru Thursday Starting June 2nd, 2015

Breakfast- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch- 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

ATTENTION: Changes made to Joaquin Ram vs. Centerville area playoff game

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Joaquin Rams have a change in site, day and time for their Class 2A area baseball playoff game.

Joaquin will take on Centerville at 11 a.m. Saturday in Gary.

The change is due to wet conditions at Pollock Central.

The winner advances to the region quarterfinal round to play the Beckville/Grapeland winner.

Stretch of US Hwy. 59 in Nacogdoches County to see lower speed limit

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rhonda Oaks, TxDOT public information officer

The speed limit along a stretch of roadway on US 59 in Nacogdoches County is being lowered after a recent speed study warranted the change.

The Texas Transportation Commission has issued a Minute Order that the speed limit on US 59 from one-half mile north of US 259 to the north Nacogdoches city limits will change from 75 miles per hour to 65 miles per hour.

The engineering and traffic study was conducted to determine a reasonable speed for the road segment. The study revealed the lower speed limit will promote a more efficient and safer traffic flow.

The lower speed limit will go into effect once maintenance crews install new signs. Motorists are advised to abide by the posted speed limits and all other traffic control devices.

My Five Cents...A weekly column from Sen. Robert Nichols

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sen. Robert Nichols

In classrooms at schools and colleges across Texas, teachers and students are counting down the days until finals are over and they can start their summer vacation. In an almost identical countdown here at the Capitol, legislators are marking the days left until the end of session. As I write this, we have 18 days left in the 84th Legislative Session.

Here are five things that happened this week at your Texas Capitol:

1. Cannabis Bill

Last week, Senator Eltife passed SB 339, also known as the Texas Compassionate Use Act. This bill would allow regulation, distribution and use of cannabidiol heavy oils (CBD). These oils, which are found in marijuana, have been known to treat epilepsy and other chronic medical conditions. Intractable epilepsy afflicts approximately 150,000 people in Texas and can cause individuals to suffer from hundreds of seizures each week. CBD would only be distributed to patients whose symptoms have not responded to federally approved medication.

This legislation limits the presence of tetrahydrocannabinol, which is the psychoactive element in marijuana that can cause a high and increased appetite. CBD is to be used for strictly medical purposes and has no recreational purpose.

2. Budget and Taxes

As the end of the 84th Legislative Session draws near, the Legislature is working hard to hammer out the differences in the two chambers budget and tax cut proposals. While both the Senate and the House believe we should be providing some type of tax cuts for the citizens of Texas, each chamber has a different proposal as to how the state should do that.

To avoid having to come back for a special session, the two chambers must not only agree on the type of tax relief, but also work out the differences for the budget. A special session can last from one to 30 days, at the call of Governor Abbott. As passing a balanced budget is the only constitutionally required task of the Legislature during a session, it is very important that an agreement be made in the upcoming weeks.

3. Pastor Protection Bill

This week, the Senate approved SB 2065 which provides ministers, religious organizations, and their employees the right to refuse to perform a marriage or provide goods, services or accommodations related to a marriage ceremony if the action would violate their religious beliefs. The legislation also stipulates that the above mentioned individuals and organizations cannot be sued for damages, prosecuted for criminal violations or lose tax-exempt status for refusing to provide services or allow use of their facilities to same-sex couples.

I believe we should protect the religious freedoms of the citizens of Texas. I heard from over 350 people in Senate District 3 who were in support of this bill. I appreciate those who take the time to share their support and concern on legislation such as this as it helps me to represent you in the Texas Senate.

4. Secret Providers

The Senate has passed SB 1697 which would keep the names of execution drug providers from the public. Pharmacies and medical companies who sell pentobarbital, the single drug used in Texas to execute inmates who are convicted of capital murder, have expressed fears of harassment and threats by those opposed to the death penalty.

Under this law the identities of the suppliers, prison personnel involved in executions and other information about the drugs will be made a state secret. Inmates and defense lawyers will still be able to learn when the drug was purchased, when it expires, the cost and results of lab tests on the drug's potency.

5. Gov. Perry Portrait Hanging

Recently approved Senate Concurrent Resolution 40 directs the State Preservation Board to acquire and hang a portrait of Governor Rick Perry, the 47th Governor of the State of Texas, in the Texas Capitol. Following a long observed tradition, each outgoing Governor's portrait is hung in the state's capitol rotunda.

When a new portrait is added to the walls of the rotunda, each existing portrait is moved one space to the left, to maintain the tradition of keeping the most recent portraits on the first floor. Starting on the fourth floor, each portrait is taken down individually and inspected for any needed restoration. The entire process can take a couple of days to complete. I have heard that after Governor Perry's picture is hung, there will only be six more open spaces available.

Local Sports Round Up 05/14/15; Ward leaves Tenaha for Harleton, Riders & Lady Rams begin playoff series tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

Ward leaves Tenaha for Harleton

After eight years and a state football championship under his belt, Terry Ward has left the Tenaha ISD as athletic director and head football coach.

Ward told Center Broadcasting he submitted his letter of resignation to Superintendent Scott Tyner Wednesday morning, met with the athletes and staff and began similar duties immediately with the Harleton ISD.

While enroute to his new job, Coach Ward told us by phone, “It’s been a blessing being in Tenaha and my family and I had some great times there. He extends a lot of appreciation to the administration, school board, staff and of course the kids.”

Ward added the job came available in Harleton and he felt it was a great place for him and his family and the opportunity presented itself.

He added he’s wanted to get closer to his parents who are some 20 miles down the road from Harleton.

Tyner was unavailable for comment or to the direction Tenaha ISD will take with hiring a replacement.

Ward had a 66-15 record (2009-2014) as AD/Head Football Coach at Tenaha. He will replace Jackie Lloyd who announced his retirement. He has been head coach six years, guiding the Tigers to a state football championship in 2011 and a return trip as state finalist the following year and semi-finalist in 2013 & 2014. T

Terry Ward Era at Tenaha:

2009 13-1-0 Terry Ward
2010 7-4-0 Terry Ward
2011 14-0-0 Terry Ward (Beat Munday 52-28 for Class 1-A Division II State Championship)
2012 10-5-0 Terry Ward
2013 11-2-0 Terry Ward
2014 11-3-0 Terry Ward

Track & Field State Qualifiers—Meet May 14 & 16 in Austin

A good representation of track and field representatives from the area descending on Austin the next couple of days for the UIL State Track & Field Meet. In addition to a number of field events, running events are heavy with home folks, including two relays each from Timpson, Shelbyville and San Augustine.

Timpson:

Shot Put-Alberto Cuero

100m Dash-E.C. Gossett

4x100 Relay- E.C. Gossett, Terrance Garrett, Shakur Johnson and DeVonte’ Thompson

4x200 Relay - Hayden Smith, Shakur Johnson, E.C. Gossett, DeVonte’ Thompson

Shelbyville:

Boys-

Pole Vault-Mikel Carter

Girls-

Discus-Bailey Rabalais

Triple Jump – Cleosha Jeter

400 meter – Ke’Anna Osby

4x200 Relay – (Belinda Bohannon, Cleosha Jeter, Daisy Cartwright & Kyra Ross

4x400 Relay (Mile Relay) (Ke’Anna Osby, Daisy Carwright, Kyra Ross & Cleosha Jeter)

Joaquin:

Girls-

High Jump-Annabeth Vaughn

San Augustine:

Girls –

Long Jump -Ky’Ashlyn Price

4×100 Relay (KiUndrea Sigler, LaErica Pickens, Britney Bluford, Ky’Ashlyn Price, Aaliyah Anders, Millie Medina)

4×200 Relay (KiUndrea Sigler, LaErica Pickens, Britney Bluford, Ky’Ashlyn Price, Aaliyah Anders, Millie Medina)

Garrison

Boys-

Pole Vault-Cody Cooper

Girls-

High Jump-Kori Westmoreland

Long Jump-Ki’Audra Hayter

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Baseball Roughriders will meet Groesbeck in an area championship series beginning at 8 p.m. tonight in Groesbeck. Start time for Game 1 has been pushed back an hour. Game 2 will take place at 7 p.m. Friday in Gary. If needed, Game 3 will be on Saturday at 1 PM in Groesbeck. The series winner gets the Hudson/Lorena winner in region quarterfinals.

Center vs. Groesback

4A Region 3-Area Playoff Series

Game 1 8 p.m. Thursday in Groesbeck

Game 2 7 p.m. Friday in Gary

Game 3 1 p.m. Saturday in Groesbeack (if needed)

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call.

The Joaquin Rams have advanced to the area round of the Class 2A playoffs and will take on Centerville. There will be one game only at 6 p.m. Friday at Central Pollock. The winner advances to the region quarterfinal round to play the Beckville/Grapeland winner.

Joaquin vs. Centerville
2A Region 3 - Area Playoff Game
One Game to be played on:
Friday, 6:00 pm at Central Pollok ISD

CLASS 4A REGION III

Center vs. Groesbeck

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Groesbeck HS

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Gary HS

· Game 3: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Groesbeck HS, if necessary

Hudson vs. Lorena

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Lorena HS

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Hudson HS

· Game 3: 5 p.m. Saturday (May 16), A&M Consolidated HS, College Station, if necessary

Carthage vs. Madisonville

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7:30 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Gary HS

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Rusk HS

· Game 3: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Rusk HS, if necessary

Jasper vs. Robinson

(Best-of-three series)

At Athens HS

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15)

· Game 2: 2:30 p.m. Saturday (May 16)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION III

Central Heights vs. Warren

· One-game playoff: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Hemphill HS

Crockett vs. Buna

(Best-of-three series)

At New Caney HS

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14)

· Game 2: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 2A REGION III

Joaquin vs. Centerville

· One-game playoff: 6 p.m. Friday (May 15), Pollok Central HS

West Sabine vs. Cushing

(Best-of-three series)

At Huntington HS

· Game 1: 7:30 p.m. Thursday (May 14)

· Game 2: 7:30 p.m. Friday (May 15)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16), if necessary

Douglass vs. Colmesneil

(Best-of-three series)

At Livingston’s Texas Slam

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14)

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15)

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16), if necessary

Beckville vs. Grapeland

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Pollok Central HS

· Game 2: 4 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Gary HS

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Softball state playoffs:

The Joaquin Lady Rams are in the third-round of the Class 2A playoffs and will meet Cushing in a best-of-three region quarterfinal series with all games in Tatum beginning tonight, Thursday. The winner has the Fruitvale/Cayuga winner in the region semi-finals.

Joaquin vs. Cushing
2A Region 3 - Regional Quarterfinal Playoff Series
1st Game - Thursday, 05/14 at 6:00 pm
2nd Game - Friday, 05/15 at 6:00 pm
3rd Game if necessary - Saturday, 05/16 at 2:00 pm
All games will be held at Tatum High School

CLASS 2A REGION III

Cayuga vs. Fruitvale

· One-game playoff: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Athens HS

Beckville vs. Harleton

(Best-of-three series)

At LeTourneau University, Longview

· Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 14)

· Game 2: 6 p.m. Friday (May 15)

· Game 3: noon Saturday (May 16), if necessary

Alto vs. Grapeland

(Best of-three series)

At Rusk HS

· Game 1: 5 p.m. Friday (May 15)

· Game 2: follows Game 1

· Game 3: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 16). if necessary

CLASS 4A REGION III

Carthage vs. Huntington

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Carthage HS

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Huntington HS

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16), SFA, Nacogdoches, if necessary

Henderson vs. Robinson

(One Game Playoff) Thursday, TBD

Center Athletic Banquet:

The Center High School “Banquet of Champions” will be held Tuesday, May 26 at 7 p.m. at the Windham Civic Center. The meal is catered by Pete Lowe’s Catering, and is chicken & chopped BBQ. There will be a slideshow with memories from the year and awards for each sport.. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students, five and under are free, and $3 for kids 6-12. All athletic students are admitted free. Tickets are available in the athletic office at the high school until Friday, May 15. No tickets sold at the door. For more information, call the athletic office at 598-6173, ext. 2231.

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6. According to Clint Tanner, the location has been changed to a familiar site, Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road. Tanner said DU used that location previously. There will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

You got it...more rain expected

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Today: A 40 percent chance of showers, with thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 70.

Friday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 82.

Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 84.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 72.

Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Sunday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 70.

Monday: A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 81.

Monday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68.

Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83.

Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67.

Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/13/15-05/14/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Arrest Report

5/13/15—5/14/15

Shelby County: No Arrest Reported

San Augustine County:

Kandi Green, 37, Groveton, Warrants-Liberty County, San Jacinto County & Polk County

James Peace, 33, San Augustine, Motion for Adjudication of Guilty

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Suspect captured in connection to beating death of Logansport man

Posted About Nine Years Ago

A man wanted in connection to a homicide in Logansport earlier this month has been arrested in Tyler.

Acting on a Crime Stoppers tip, police say 24-year old Jacorryn Lavell Wilson was arrested by U.S. Marshals late Tuesday night in an attic space of a town home.

Wilson is accused of being involved in the beating death of 58-year old Charles “Chuck” Rowell Worthington, and the assault of a DeSoto Parish deputy May 1.

Wilson also has outstanding Dallas & Smith County warrants for Unlawful Carrying of a Prohibited Weapon and Engaging in Organized Crime. DeSoto Parish charges for Battery of a Police Officer and Resisting by Force are also pending.

Local Van tornado relief effort to pull-out of town at noon today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

A local ministry will be heading out around noon today to assist in the clean-up of tornado ravaged Van.

Stepstones Ministry International founder Mike Brister says they are responding to the tornado relief effort and have been asked to bring men to run chainsaws, remove debris and provide a cook team for a group of 40-50 relief personnel staying at a location.

Brister said the goal is to leave around noon today, Thursday, May 14 and return Saturday evening late.

A second round of help will depart the following week and remain for a longer period of time.

Volunteers are asked to contact Mike Brister at his cell: 254-718-5040 or 936-598-8877.

The following items have been requested and can be dropped off at 117 San Augustine Street in Center by noon Thursday: shovels, rakes, gloves, large trash bags, snacks for families and workers, such as meat sticks, jerky, peanut butter, cheese crackers, nuts, Gatorade, bottled water, paper plates, cups, plastic ware, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, and first-aid kits.

Brister says monetary donations are needed to purchase food items to prepare meals for the team staying at the facility.

All donations are tax deductible.

Shelbyville ISD bus with children on board involved in freak accident Wednesday, no injuries

Posted About Nine Years Ago

A Shelbyville ISD school bus with a dozen students on board was involved in a freak accident in Huxley Wednesday morning, with fortunately no injuries.

According to school district transportation director Thomas Swearengen, bus driver Matthew Gregston was traveling along FM 3172 in Huxley during student pickup around 7 a.m. when he encountered a saltwater disposal truck in a curve, owned by MKO Trucking, and driven by 25-year old Leon Hardaway of Center, when suddenly two rear tires and wheels came off the trailer, striking the front of the bus.

Swearengen says Gregston, “did a tremendous job,” to keep the bus controlled and the children safe.

The bus ended up off the roadway in a shallow ditch.

Swearengen said parents of the students were notified of the incident, and they were transported to another bus and safely taken to school.

“We’re just blessed there were no injuries,” Swearengen noted.

Center ISD Trustees have regular meeting at noon today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Center ISD Board of Trustees will have a regular meeting at 12 noon today and among the agenda items for consideration and approval will be to extend the depository contract.

In addition, the board will receive a presentation of preliminary scope and sequence of District Facility Master Plan and discuss and permission to solicit proposals to relocate school district transportation facility and operations center.

Joaquin ISD to canvass results of May 9 election today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Joaquin ISD Board of Trustees will meet to canvass results of the May 9 school board election at 1 p.m. this afternoon.

San Augustine ISD Board will meet tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The San Augustine ISD Board of Trustees will meet at 6 p.m. this evening.

Among the agenda items for discussion and board action will be purchase of a school bus and sending out for bids.

In other business, action could be taken on athletic insurance for the next school year; and changing board policy EIF local requirement credit to begin with 9th grade students in 2015-16.

In executive session, employment of teachers, resignations, high school principal are to be discussed. Any action on those items would be done so in open session.

San Augustine ISD Trustees are also expected to discuss/review SB 149 Resolution and Board Policy 102.

City of Center Planning & Zoning Commission to meet this afternoon

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Center Planning and Zoning Commission will meet at 5:15 p.m. this afternoon and among the agenda items will be two case numbers, 1420 Shelbyville Street, which had application withdrawn on Monday, and 413 Hurst Street. The latter will involve a public hearing for a rezone and specific use permit and then action by the P&Z Commission to approve or deny the permit request at 413 Hurst Street.

Effort to name Nacogdoches roadway after local Country Music star hits bump

Posted About Nine Years Ago

An effort to name a portion of roadway in Nacogdoches County in honor of late County Music star Bob Luman may have hit a “bump in the road”.

During the commissioners' court meeting Tuesday former Marine Michael Bishop described where he would like a stretch of highway from Loop 224 down Hwy. 21 to Chireno to be called the PFC Oscar P. Austin memorial highway.

Bishop told commissioners after he found out from TxDOT that there was an effort to name the roadway after Luman, he sent a formal request in writing to Rep. Travis Clardy to withdraw the bill in the Texas Legislature to name it in Luman's honor.

In March, Nacogdoches entertainer David Stallings requested a 15-mile section of the highway, the same as requested by Bishop, be named after Robert Glynn "Bob" Luman.

PFC Oscar P. Austin was injured during the Vietnam War after throwing himself between a grenade and a wounded comrade. The 21-year old was eventually shot and killed by a North Vietnamese soldier.

Bishop said he had the deepest respect for the Luman family and his contribution to society.

After commissioners discussed several options, they took no action until Bishop hears back from Rep. Clardy.

Center Lion Club's annual BBQ being held today

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Center Lions Club is having a BBQ Chicken dinner, today, Thursday, May 14 on the downtown Center Square. Plates are $7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

All proceeds will be used for helping the Texas Lions Camp for Disabled Children.

Memorial Day program planned for May 25 in Center, students invited to participate

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Larry Hume, VFW Post 8904 Quartermaster

Shelby County Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8904 and the Ladies Auxiliary will hold their annual Memorial Day Program on Monday, May 25th at 11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church here in Center.

As in past years the tradition of reading the names of the 188 Shelby County Veterans killed in action from the Civil War to today's War on Terror will continue. This year however they’re asking any Shelby County student (public or home schooled) in grades 6 - 12 to assist in the readings.

If you have a student who would like to participate call post quartermaster Larry Hume at 936-598-2976.

Hume says they see this as a great opportunity for young people to get to know and appreciate the sons that Shelby County has given in the defense of our country.

"Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest" underway for annual Sheriff's Posse Rodeo

Posted About Nine Years Ago

With the 62nd Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Pro Rodeo coming to Center on June 5 & 6, the sheriff's posse is encouraging businesses to "Cowboy Up" their store fronts.

You're asked to deck your business store front out in full western flair. Sheriff's Posse Chairman Boo Klein says it helps to add extra excitement to the event and grabs the attention of visitors to the community.

Business will be judged by members of the community, and the judging will take place on Thursday, June 4th.

Storefronts will be judged on originality, color, and characteristics. First Place pays out $250 plus 8 rodeo tickets; second place pays out $150 plus 4 rodeo tickets. There is no entry fee to participate in the contest.

If you would like to enter the Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest, please stop by Center Broadcasting Company offices at 307 San Augustine Street in Center to pick up your required entry form, or visit us our website at cbc-radio.com.

For more information contact Boo Klein at 936-590-0661.

Forms must be turned in to Center Broadcasting, 307 San Augustine Street in Center on or before May 25th.

Each business will be issued a number upon returning the completed entry form. Winners will be judged on Thursday, June 4^th, and announced on Fri. morning on the KQBB 100.5 and KDET 930AM; and at rodeo.

Funeral Notice: 05/14/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Obits:

Mangum Funeral Home announces service for 92-year old Vircle McSwain of Zwolle, formerly of Center. Service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Mangum Funeral Home, with burial at White Rock Cemetery, Shelby County. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Mangum Funeral Home.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces a memorial service for 77-year old Charlie Marvin Mills of Houston, formerly of San Augustine. He passed away in January at his home in Houston. A visitation will be held Saturday, May 23 at 11 a.m. at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. Memorial service will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 23 at Old Salem Cemetery, Sabine County. He was a 1955 graduate of San Augustine High School and owned and operated Aaron's Septic Tank business. Among Charlie Marvin Mills' survivors are children, Charlie "Chuck" Marvin Mills, Jr., Thirty Gayle Kincaid and Velton Edward Mills, Jr.; brothers, Sonny & Laurie Mills and Eddie & Betty Mills; and sisters, Vera & Bobby Mitchell, Donna Rae & Davis Hammond, Edith Ellis and Deborah & David Young.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces service for 63-year old Robert "Bob" Weberg of Lufkin. Service will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. til service time Friday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.

Garrison Funeral Home announces service for 84-year old Myrta Ann Taylor of Louisville, KY, formerly of Garrison. She passed away Sunday in Louisville. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday at Garrison Funeral Home. Service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church in Garrison, with interment at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison. Among Myra Ann Taylor’s survivors is a daughter, Dr. Nancy Kubiak and husband Alan of Louisville; sisters, Anna Lou Wilson, Mattie Sue Humphrey and Gloria Leigh “Judy” Holloway, all of Georgia; son-in-law, Fred Sharrock; and daughter-in-law, Cindi and Max McCarley.

Timpson Bear Update 05/13/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Mid Johnson, Timpson ISD superintendent

Events -

Wed. May 13 – STAAR Reading retest

Thurs. May 14 – Band trip

Fri. Sat. May 15 – 16 – State track meet

Sun. May 17 – First Baptist Church Baccalaureate program for seniors with reception to
follow

Thank you from Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center -

On her 18th birthday, Elizabeth happily danced the night away – something she wasn't able to do 10 years ago, while her arms and legs were temporarily paralyzed due to the side effects of chemotherapy. Thanks in part to Commit for Life donors, Elizabeth received multiple units of platelets over a four-year period and was able to successfully overcome brain and spine cancer.

THANK YOU!

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center and area patients like Elizabeth, thank you for your blood drive. Your blood drive results are as follows:

Timpson High School
Drive Date: 05/11/2015
Donors: 27
Total Units: 32

These donations will help patients like Elizabeth throughout our community and are greatly appreciated.
If you have any questions regarding your recent blood drive, please contact your Donor Recruitment Coordinator. We appreciate Nurse Brittany Kimbro for organizing this drive and for all who donated.
Once again, thank you for Committing for Life!

Honors from Timpson Athletic Banquet

MVP

VOLLEYBALL

Holly Hughes

MVP

FOOTBALL

Alberto Cuero

MVP

BASKETBALL

Jasmine Rogers

MVP

BASKETBALL

Shakur Johnson

MVP

SOFTBALL

Kaylie Bush

MVP

BASEBALL

Hunter Smith

MVP

TRACK

Justus Osby

MVP

TRACK

Eric Gossett

MVP

GOLF

Dustin Pledger

FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

Kaylie Bush

MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

Shakur Johnson

Athletic Banquet Award - The REAL BEAR AWARD was presented to Mrs. Judy Raines at the Timpson athletic banquet. This award goes to a person who shows support and loyalty to the Bear athletic program. Judy has been a devoted supporter of the Timpson Bears since she was in high school. Her sons were in sports here and she continues to support the Bears long after they have graduated. One of them, John Elvis Raines, was a coach here for a while. This is the introduction that John wrote that Mrs. Tippett used to introduce the winner of the Real Bear Award……

I am honored to share a few thoughts on tonight's recipient of the Real Bear of the Year 2015 Award. Most of you all know my mother very well. You know that when she meets a new athletic director or head football coach, her first questions aren't where are you from or where you went to school; her first questions are on that coach's offensive philosophy and preferred type of offense as well as defensive preferences. And, she expects a direct answer. She is serious when it comes to HER Bears. She plans her entire fall schedule around the Timpson-Garrison game. She even goes to scout teams the Bears are getting ready to play on the Bear's bye week (hint - coaches, she would make a great scout). For as long as I can remember my mother has been an avid Bear fan and supporter. I can remember sitting in the old wooden bleachers and remember the thrill of hearing the team coming running from beneath onto the field and how my mother would be right there to cheer on the team. I can remember way back when I didn't have the attention span to watch a game and I wanted to go play with the other kids. My mother, would tell me, "No, we came to watch the game!" She was a supporter all through the years that my brothers and I were involved, and I know she still is even though her last son to don the black and gold was 17 years ago. She supports the Bears in the good weather, and the bad. She supports the Bears when they are doing well, and when they are not. She is always going to cheer on the students and will NOT say anything negative about the coaches or players from the stands. She supports the young men and women, always doing her best to attend "Meet the Bears night" because she wants to know who is involved. She is a true fan and supporter. I couldn't think of a better recipient for this award.

FLASH FLOOD WATCH ISSUED UNTIL 1 A.M. THURSDAY

Posted About Nine Years Ago

FLOOD WATCH

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SHREVEPORT LA

337 PM CDT WED MAY 13 2015

...FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THE EVENING HOURS...

.A LINE OF THUNDERSTORMS IS POISED TO MOVE ACROSS MUCH OF EAST

TEXAS LATE AFTERNOON AND EVENING. SOME TRAINING OF THUNDERSTORMS

WILL BRING THE THREAT OF VERY HEAVY RAINFALL ON STILL WET

SOIL...BAYOUS...RIVERS AND LAKES.

OKZ077-TXZ096-097-108>112-124>126-136>138-149>153-165-166-140600-

/O.NEW.KSHV.FF.A.0007.150513T2100Z-150514T0600Z/

/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/

MCCURTAIN-RED RIVER-BOWIE-FRANKLIN-TITUS-CAMP-MORRIS-CASS-WOOD-

UPSHUR-MARION-SMITH-GREGG-HARRISON-CHEROKEE-RUSK-PANOLA-

NACOGDOCHES-SHELBY-ANGELINA-SAN AUGUSTINE-

INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...IDABEL...BROKEN BOW...CLARKSVILLE...

BOGATA...TEXARKANA...MOUNT VERNON...MOUNT PLEASANT...PITTSBURG...

DAINGERFIELD...LONE STAR...NAPLES...OMAHA...ATLANTA...LINDEN...

HUGHES SPRINGS...QUEEN CITY...MINEOLA...WINNSBORO...QUITMAN...

HAWKINS...GILMER...BIG SANDY...JEFFERSON...TYLER...LONGVIEW...

MARSHALL...JACKSONVILLE...RUSK...HENDERSON...CARTHAGE...

NACOGDOCHES...CENTER...LUFKIN...SAN AUGUSTINE

337 PM CDT WED MAY 13 2015

...FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SHREVEPORT HAS ISSUED A

* FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR PORTIONS OF SOUTHEAST OKLAHOMA AND

TEXAS...INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING AREAS...IN SOUTHEAST

OKLAHOMA...MCCURTAIN. IN TEXAS...ANGELINA...BOWIE...CAMP...

CASS...CHEROKEE...FRANKLIN...GREGG...HARRISON...MARION...

MORRIS...NACOGDOCHES...PANOLA...RED RIVER...RUSK...SAN

AUGUSTINE...SHELBY...SMITH...TITUS...UPSHUR AND WOOD.

* UNTIL 1 AM CDT THURSDAY

* A WIDE LINE OF THUNDERSTORMS THAT WILL LIKELY HAVE TRAINING

ECHOES THAT WILL BE CAPABLE OF PRODUCING HEAVY RAINFALL TOTALS.

* THE SOIL IS STILL PRIMED FOR QUICK RUNOFF INTO ALREADY HIGH BANK

BAYOUS...RIVERS AND LAKES. RAINFALL AMOUNTS OF ONE TO THREE

INCHES WILL OCCUR IN MANY LOCALES WITH ISOLATED HIGHER AMOUNTS

NOT OUT OF THE REALM OF POSSIBILITY.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH MEANS THAT CONDITIONS MAY DEVELOP THAT LEAD

TO FLASH FLOODING. FLASH FLOODING IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION.

YOU SHOULD MONITOR LATER FORECASTS AND BE PREPARED TO TAKE ACTION

SHOULD FLASH FLOOD WARNINGS BE ISSUED.

Center Emergency Clinic Grand Opening ribbon cutting to be held May 21

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Leigh Porterfield, Shelby County Chamber of Commerce

The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and Nacogdoches Medical Center invite the public to a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting for the Center Emergency Room and Diagnostic Imaging Facility located at 5100 Loop 500 in Center on Thursday, May 21 at 11:00 a.m. An Open House will follow through 1:00 p.m.

For more information please contact the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at (936) 598-3682 or www.shelbycountychamber.com.

Joaquin City Council to meet Monday evening

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Amanda Willey, Joaquin city secretary

CITY OF JOAQUIN

REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING

AGENDA

May 18, 2015

The City Council of Joaquin will meet in regular session Monday, May 18, 2015 6:00 p.m. at The Joaquin City Hall located at 124 North Preston, Joaquin, Texas.

ORDER OF BUSINESS

1.Call to order, establish quorum & welcome guest.

2.Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance.

3.Swearing of New Mayor and Council Members

4.Council approval of the previous month’s minutes.

5.Discussion & Council action on Payment of Bills.

6.Discussion & Council action establishment of a Separate Account for Public Safety Fees

7.Discussion & Council action on establishment of Separate Account to pay USDA Loan.

8.Discussion & Council action on hiring a new part-time clerk.

9.Discussion and Council Action on Utility Rate Increase

10.Open Forum.

11.Adjournment.

IF during the course of the of the meeting, any discussion of items on the Agenda should be held in executive or closed session, the Council will convene in executive or closed session, in accordance With the Texas Open Meetings Act, Governmental Code Section 551 and Texas Revised Civil Statutes.

Posted by Amanda Willey on May13, 2015 at 3:36 p.m.

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/13/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 14, 2015- HS Band Trip to New York

May 15, 2015- Student Holiday/Teacher In-Service

May 21, 2015-Boo Bullying in SEC

May 22, 2015-Senior Celebration at the Youth Center RSVP Required.

May 25, 2015-Texas State Solo & Ensemble Hendrickson HS Pflugerville

May 26, 2015-PK4 Field Trip to Zoo; Elementary Field Day

May 27, 2015- Elementary Awards in SEC 9:00 am

May 28, 2015-Early Release 11:30 am; End of 6th Grading Period; Graduation

May 29, 2015-Teacher In-Service/Student Holiday

Senior Spotlight

Jaime Mendoza

Parents/Grandparents: Maria and Jaine Mendoza

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Soccer; Track; Band; Robotics

Favorite High School Memory: Going to New York with the Band

Favorite Song: Happy

What College or Tech School planning to attend: Tyler Jr. College

What Career Field Pursuing: Economics

Pablo Moralez

Parents/Grandparents: Jenny Hicks

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Graduating with Intermediate
Certification from Panola

Best Friend in School: Calvin Estes

Favorite Song: Savin Me by Nicklback

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending? Panola College

What Career Field Pursuing: Masters Degree

Da'Markus Perry

Nickname: Boo

Parents/Grandparents: Nicole and Porter Perry

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Basketball; Football;

Favorite High School Memory: Winning State in 2011

Best Friend in School: Coby Caraway; Pablo Moralez

Favorite Song: Never Change by Lil Snupe

Favorite Book: B Jones

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: Blinn

What Career Field Pursuing: Rugby Football; Petroleum Technology

Markevaus Reed

Nickname: Kebo

Parents/Grandparents: Chiquita Reed and Aubrey McClure

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Basketball; Track

Favorite High School Memory: Playing my senior year of High School with my
brother

Best Friend in School: TJ Thomas

Favorite Song: Thugged Out by Kevin Gates

Favorite Book: Pursuit of Happiness

What Career Field Pursuing: US Army 92A Automated Logistical Specialist

TENAHA ISD POLICE DEPARTMENT IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING A DRUG FREE CAMPUS

The Tenaha ISD Police Department is committed to providing the safest
environment for our kids to learn and grow. The department has initiated
many safety programs over the last few years in order to accomplish this
goal. One of these programs is the implementation of a drug free school.
With the assistance of Shelby County Constable Bryan Gray and the Panola
County K9 deputy Richard Mojica, random drug checks are done on the Tenaha
ISD campus. "This is a necessary tool to make sure illegal drugs are not on
our campus and identify potential problems", stated David Jeter, Tenaha ISD
Police Chief.

The K9, named Roxie, plays an instrumental role in keeping our schools and
communities safer. Roxie is trained to sniff out not only illegal drugs but
has the ability to detect pills. Roxie, along with her handler Richard
Mojica, are committed to providing safe schools and communities.

Notice:

The Tenaha ISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for
all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or
disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal
service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:

Tenaha ISD Cafeteria

138 College Street

Tenaha TX 75661

June 1st, 2015-June 30th, 2015

Monday thru Thursday Starting June 2nd, 2015

Breakfast- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch- 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

Funeral Notice: Myrta Ann Taylor

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Myrta Ann Taylor, 84, of Louisville, Kentucky, formerly of Garrison, Texas, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2015 at the Episcopal Church Home in Louisville after a life of Christian service.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, May 16, 2015 at Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17, 2015 at the First Baptist Church in Garrison. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Garrison.

Ms. Taylor was born June 20, 1930 in Ellijay, Georgia. She was active at First Baptist Church in Garrison, where she taught the Martha Sunday School Class and had a heart for mission work.

Survivors include her daughter, Dr. Nancy Kubiak and husband Alan of Louisville; sisters, Anna Lou Wilson and Mattie Sue Humphrey, both of Morganton, GA, and Gloria Leigh "Judy" Holloway of Ellijay, GA; grandchildren, Michael Taylor and wife Claire, Matthew McCarley, Derrick McCarley and wife Mattison, Trevor McCarley, Mark Kubiak and Scott Kubiak; two great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Fred Sharrock; and daughter-in-law, Cindi McCarley and husband Max.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Thelma Ray Jarrett; husband, James Taylor; son, Steven J. Taylor; and daughter, Mary Ann Sharrock.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Family Scholar House in Louisville, KY or First Baptist Church in Garrison, TX (P.O Box 99, Garrison, TX 75946).

Services are under the direction of Garrison Funeral Home in Garrison, Texas.

Tenaha ISD committed to providing a drug-free campus

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

Land prep begins for construction of Family Dollar in Shelbyville

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Work has begun on clearing the building site for a Family Dollar store to be built in Shelbyville. After months of speculation a dozer was on location Wednesday morning prepping for construction.

Photo by Lori Alvis

Terry Ward leaving Tenaha ISD as AD/head football coach

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Light and Champion is reporting that Tenaha ISD Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Terry Ward is leaving the Tenaha ISD after six years and headed to the Harleton ISD.

Ward guided the Tigers to a state championship in 2011.

We hope to speak with Superintendent Scott Tyler, soon.

Shelby County Sheriff's Office issues press release on Joaquin homicide

Posted About Nine Years Ago by DJ Dickerson, Jr., Shelby County Sheriff's Dept. Sergeant-Crimin

Shelby County Sheriff Willis Blackwell reports that on Sunday, May 10, 2015 at approximately 0549PM, a Deputy responded to 3678 FM 139 in Joaquin, Texas in reference to an altercation that had occurred between a John Leggett, James Leggett, and a Richard Sharp, Sr.

On Tuesday, May 12, 2015 Deputies were dispatched to the same location at approximately 01:06PM in reference to a shooting incident involving James Leggett, Richard Sharp, Sr. and a Richard Sharp, Jr. Upon arrival, Deputies found Richard Sharp, Sr. deceased in the front yard of James Leggett's residence and Richard Sharp, Jr. having received a gunshot wound to the right leg. Richard Sharp, Jr. was treated by ACE EMS and lifeflighted by LifeAir Rescue to LSU in Shreveport, Louisiana.

It was found that James Leggett had shot both Richard Sharp, Sr. and Richard Sharp, Jr. at his residence. No charges have been filed at this time. Texas Rangers Brazil and Rayburn are investigating along with Criminal Investigation Division Sergeant DJ Dickerson and Investigator Kevin W. Windham. All evidence was mapped, cataloged, and packaged for processing.Texas DPS Crime Scene Team also came to the Leggett residence to map evidence.

Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Judge Margie Anderson pronounced Richard Sharp, Sr. as deceased at 01:45PM and an autopsy was ordered.

Richard Sharp, Jr. was reported to be in ICU at LSU hospital.

This case is under investigation. A Grand Jury will hear all evidence of the case.

San Augustine ISD Trustees to meet Thursday evening (agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Shelby County Teacher of the Year Reception to be held May 20

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Fancher, Shelby County Chamber of Commerce

The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Teacher Appreciation reception hosted by the Shelby County Chamber and presented by Cline Family Medicine will be held on Wednesday, May 20 at the Windham Civic Center in Center at 4:00 p.m.

The reception is held annually to salute and recognize the dedicated administrations and teaching staff of all the Shelby County school districts.

The Chamber of Commerce Education committee will present each school campus Teacher of the Year with a Certificate of Recognition and will announce the Shelby County Teacher of the Year for Elementary and Secondary schools.

This is a time when gratitude and appreciation is expressed to the educators throughout the county. The Teacher of the Year from the Shelby County School Campuses are:

F.L. Moffett Primary School – Elizabeth Rowlett

Center Elementary School – Amy Sanford

Center Intermediate School – Betty Cook

Center Middle School – Tabitha Stone

Center High School – Michael Elder

Excelsior ISD – Nancy Dickerson

Joaquin Elementary School – Lori May

Joaquin Junior High School – Mary Hovey

Joaquin High School – Regina Brazzel

S.W. Carter Elementary – Martha Goodwyn

Shelbyville Middle School –Jared Jones

Shelbyville High School – Marc Raines

Timpson Elementary – Cindy Lovil

Timpson Middle School – Kristan Solomon

Timpson High School – Teresa Jourden

Gold sponsors for the event are Farmers State Bank and Shelby Savings Bank. For more information please contact the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at 936-598-3682 or visit us at www.shelbycountychamber.com

Center Intermediate School to have annual Artwalk Thursday afternoon

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

Center Intermediate School will be having their annual Art Walk in the CMS/CIS Cafeteria from 5 PM to 6 PM on Thursday, May 14th. Art work will be displayed from each student at CIS to reflect their individual creativity. Come out and enjoy viewing what these students and Ms. Heron have worked so hard on this school year.

Shelby County 4-H Shooters take part in district shotgun games

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Lane Dunn, County Extension Agent for agriculture and natural re

Weather Update @ 8 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

The rain showers that came through the area a little earlier this morning giving us .17 of an inch of rain.

South of us is additional light rain that will move into our area giving us more rain over the next 2 hours. This afternoon and tomorrow the chances are slim to none and we may even see a peek of the yellow stuff. No real rain chances until Friday afternoon about 1 pm.

Linda Goller ask me how the weather would be for Saturday's Farmer's Market around the downtown courthouse square. I suggested that since it starts at 7am things would be fine. About closing time at noon we might get just enough rain to wash the fruits and veggies.

Sunday, Monday and Tuesday...well, a much different story. We have several super upper LOWs spinning from the Alaska region downward to catch the Southern jet stream and be guided by el Nino on into Texas to collide with the rich, moist Gulf air.....to create more possibilities for T-storms and severe weather for our region.

Last night at the Boys & Girls Club banquet and auction, John Oglesbee ask about the weather this Summer. I offered up this in response: Here is something the "Big Boys" in the forecasting business are talking about...due to the weather, we could see a cooler summer than last year...that's right a cooler summer....and with el Nino it could also be wetter. If you thought this last weeks termite swarms were bad...wait for the dry eggs to hatch from all the rain....In my opinion (based on the mosquito population I am seeing around my place) it's them flying around that will provide the shade to keep us under their cloud cover and cooler this Summer.

NWS briefing tomorrow at 10...I will try to verify all I have mentioned above....but with more detail. Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Local Sports Round Up 05/13/15; Rider tennis doubles come up short at state

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

State tennis tournament:

Inclement weather in Aggieland Tuesday delayed start of play in the tournament until last night. The Center boys’ doubles team of Adam Reeves and Alec Lucas were defeated in straight sets, 6-2, 6-1 by Abilene Wylie. Meanwhile, the girls’ doubles team of Julie Garcia and Malory Nehring were eliminated by Fredericksburg, 6-2, 6-2.

Track & Field State Qualifiers—Meet May 15 & 16 in Austin

Timpson:

Shot Put-Alberto Cuero

100m Dash-E.C. Gossett

4x100 Relay- E.C. Gossett, Terrance Garrett, Shakur Johnson and DeVonte’ Thompson

4x200 Relay - Hayden Smith, Shakur Johnson, E.C. Gossett, DeVonte’ Thompson

Shelbyville:

Boys-

Pole Vault-Mikel Carter

Girls-

Discus-Bailey Rabalais

Triple Jump – Cleosha Jeter

400 meter – Ke’Anna Osby

4x200 Relay – (Belinda Bohannon, Cleosha Jeter, Daisy Cartwright & Kyra Ross

4x400 Relay (Mile Relay) (Ke’Anna Osby, Daisy Carwright, Kyra Ross & Cleosha Jeter)

Joaquin:

Girls-

High Jump-Annabeth Vaughn

San Augustine:

Girls –

Long Jump -Ky’Ashlyn Price

4×100 Relay

4×200 Relay

Garrison

Boys-

Pole Vault-Cody Cooper

Girls-

High Jump-Kori Westmoreland

Long Jump-Ki’Audra Hayter

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Baseball Roughriders will meet Groesbeck in an area championship series beginning at 8 p.m. Thursday in Groesbeck. Start time for Game 1 has been pushed back an hour. Game 2 will take place at 7 p.m. Friday in Gary. If needed, Game 3 will be on Saturday at 1 PM in Groesbeck. The series winner gets the Hudson/Lorena winner in region quarterfinals.

Center vs. Groesback

4A Region 3-Area Playoff Series

Game 1 8 p.m. Thursday in Groesbeck

Game 2 7 p.m. Friday in Gary

Game 3 1 p.m. Saturday in Groesbeack (if needed)

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call.

The Joaquin Rams have advanced to the area round of the Class 2A playoffs and will take on Centerville. There will be one game only. The winner advances to the region quarterfinal round to play the Beckville/Grapeland winner.

Joaquin vs. Centerville
2A Region 3 - Area Playoff Game
One Game to be played on:
Friday, 6:00 pm at Central Pollok ISD

CLASS 4A REGION III

Center vs. Groesbeck

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Groesbeck HS

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Gary HS

· Game 3: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Groesbeck HS, if necessary

Hudson vs. Lorena

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Lorena HS

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Hudson HS

· Game 3: 5 p.m. Saturday (May 16), A&M Consolidated HS, College Station, if necessary

Carthage vs. Madisonville

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7:30 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Gary HS

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Rusk HS

· Game 3: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Rusk HS, if necessary

Jasper vs. Robinson

(Best-of-three series)

At Athens HS

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15)

· Game 2: 2:30 p.m. Saturday (May 16)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION III

Central Heights vs. Warren

· One-game playoff: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Hemphill HS

Crockett vs. Buna

(Best-of-three series)

At New Caney HS

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14)

· Game 2: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16)

· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 2A REGION III

Joaquin vs. Centerville

· One-game playoff: 6 p.m. Friday (May 15), Pollok Central HS

West Sabine vs. Cushing

(Best-of-three series)

At Huntington HS

Game 1: 7:30 p.m. Thursday (May 14)
Game 2: 7:30 p.m. Friday (May 15)
Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16), if necessary

Douglass vs. Colmesneil

(Best-of-three series)

At Livingston’s Texas Slam

ï‚· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14)

ï‚· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15)

ï‚· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16), if necessary

Beckville vs. Grapeland

(Best-of-three series)

ï‚· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Pollok Central HS

ï‚· Game 2: 4 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Gary HS

ï‚· Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Softball state playoffs:

The Joaquin Lady Rams are in the third-round of the Class 2A playoffs and will meet Cushing in a best-of-three region quarterfinal series with all games in Tatum beginning Thursday. The winner has the Fruitvale/Cayuga winner in the region semi-finals.

Joaquin vs. Cushing
2A Region 3 - Regional Quarterfinal Playoff Series
1st Game - Thursday, 05/14 at 6:00 pm
2nd Game - Friday, 05/15 at 6:00 pm
3rd Game if necessary - Saturday, 05/16 at 2:00 pm
All games will be held at Tatum High School

CLASS 2A REGION III

Cayuga vs. Fruitvale

· One-game playoff: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Athens HS

Beckville vs. Harleton

(Best-of-three series)

At LeTourneau University, Longview

· Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 14)

· Game 2: 6 p.m. Friday (May 15)

· Game 3: noon Saturday (May 16), if necessary

Alto vs. Grapeland

(Best of-three series)

At Rusk HS

Game 1: 5 p.m. Friday (May 15)
Game 2: follows Game 1
Game 3: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 16). if necessary

CLASS 4A REGION III

Carthage vs. Huntington

(Best-of-three series)

· Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Carthage HS

· Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Huntington HS

· Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16), SFA, Nacogdoches, if necessary

Henderson vs. Robinson

(One Game Playoff) Thursday, TBD

Center Athletic Banquet:

The Center High School “Banquet of Champions” will be held Tuesday, May 26 at 7 p.m. at the Windham Civic Center. The meal is catered by Pete Lowe’s Catering, and is chicken & chopped BBQ. There will be a slideshow with memories from the year and awards for each sport.. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students, five and under are free, and $3 for kids 6-12. All athletic students are admitted free. Tickets are available in the athletic office at the high school until Friday, May 15. No tickets sold at the door. For more information, call the athletic office at 598-6173, ext. 2231.

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6. According to Clint Tanner, the location has been changed to a familiar site, Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road. Tanner said DU used that location previously. There will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Pretty good rain chances in forecast

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Today: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 78. East wind 5 to 15 mph.

Tonight: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 68. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Friday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 83.

Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 69.

Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 87.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 72.

Sunday: A 40 percent chance of rain, high near 84.

Sunday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71.

Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a high near 83. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Monday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68.

Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/12/15--05/13/15

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Arrest Report

5/12/15—5/13/15

Shelby County:

Sheneki Lavell McCollister, 38, Center, Theft

Michael Lynn Jones, 22, Center, Tampering with Evidence & Possession of Marijuana

Earnest Beard, 62, Timpson, Driving While Intoxicated

Brian Bittick, 41, Center, Public Intoxication & Angelina County Warrant-Theft by Check

San Augustine County:

Jeremy Ryan, 28, Nacogdoches, Motion for Adjudication of Guilt

Bobby Downing, 34, Gary, Evading Arrest, Fail to ID & Possession of a Controlled Substance

Kandi Green, 37, Groveton, Fail to ID

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Joaquin shooting results in death of one, serious injury to another

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A Joaquin man was shot and killed and his son is recovering from a gun- shot wound suffered when a long-time land feud escalate between neighbors Tuesday afternoon.

Center Broadcasting has learned James Leggett reportedly shot Richard Sharp, Sr. and wounded Richard Sharp, Jr. at Leggett’s home on FM 139.

The elder Sharp was pronounced dead at the scene, while the younger was taken by Life Flight to University Health in Shreveport after receiving a gunshot wound to the leg. After surgery he's reported to be OK by a family member.

A Texas Ranger is investigating the shootings at the request of Shelby County Sheriff Willis Blackwell.

We’re still waiting for an official press release, but from the information we’ve gathered, the Sharps walked to Leggett’s armed around 1 p.m., discharged a gun in the air, with Leggett reportedly firing and striking Sharp, Sr., and then turning the gun on Sharp, Jr.

We received information Leggett and Sharp, Sr. were involved in a physical altercation last weekend, with Sharp receiving a broken arm. Sharp was released from the hospital Tuesday, and reportedly decided to approach Leggett, joined by his son.

No arrest have been made.

Two provisional ballots swing outcome of Timpson City Council election in favor of incumbent

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After two provisional ballots in last Saturday's Timpson City Council election were verified Tuesday, the outcome of Saturday's city council election has changed.

Councilman George Grace received two additional votes to unofficially win re-election. Challenger Kenny Walker had apparently defeated Grace, 77-76.

However, Timpson Mayor Debra Smith tells Center Broadcasting there were three provisional ballots, with one being discarded since they registered after the cut-off date. The other two were verified at Voter Registrar Debora Riley's office Tuesday morning and the results were announced at city hall after lunch in favor of Grace.

Councilwoman Janell Baker also picked up two more votes from the provisional ballots.

Mayor Smith said Walker, or any of the candidates have two days after canvassing, if so chooses, to request a re-count at their expense by May 21.

Unofficial, all three incumbents are re-elected:

Kyle Allen 95

Kenny Walker 77

Linda Hancock 74

Janell Baker 82

George Grace 78

Center City Council approves P&Z Commission appointments, reserve police officer

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The Center City Council approved re-appointments on the Planning & Zoning Commission at Monday night's meeting, in addition to OK'ing a police department reserve officer.

P&Z members Larry Ballard and Rachel Campbell have accepted re-appointment, with John Howard's acceptance pending.

Former Center Police Officer Jeremy Konderla was approved as a reserve to maintain his certification and credentials after transitioning to a private sector job. The reserve position became available when a current reserve, Terry Enloe left to accept a position as Chief of Police in Magnolia.

Center ISD Trustees to meet at noon Thursday

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The Center ISD Board of Trustees will have a regular meeting at 12 noon Thursday and among the agenda items for consideration and approval will be to extend the depository contract.

In addition, the board will receive a presentation of preliminary scope and sequence of District Facility Master Plan and discuss and permission to solicit proposals to relocate school district transportation facility and operations center.

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Longtime Downtown Carthage business closes doors

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A fixture on the Carthage square closed its doors for business yesterday.

According to the Panola Watchman newspaper, Ken Turner Pharmacy has turned over its pharmacy records to CVC Pharmacy and the location is beign turned into a closed-door, mail order compounding pharmacy.

Originally Rand Drug, Ken Turner purchased the store in 1962, and after passing away in 2013, his daughters have been operating the business.

The article said the daughters felt it was time to move on.

Center Lion Club's annual BBQ set for Thursday

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The Center Lions Club is having a BBQ Chicken dinner, Thursday, May 14 on the downtown Center Square. Plates are $7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds will be used for helping the Texas Lions Camp for Disabled Children. For more information, contact any Lions Club member or Richard Prince at 590-2771. Buy now or stop by the Center Square on May 14.

Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce BBQ Cook-Off / Dance / Bike Rally / Kite Flying Contest set for May 15-16

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The Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce's 2015 Annual BBQ Cook-Off & Bike Rally will be held Friday May 15th & Saturday May16th at Frontier RV Park and Storage, located just South of Timpson on US Hwy 59.

Friday night will be the BBQ Dance from 8 PM - 10 PM with free admission with live entertainment from Curtis Daniels.

Saturday, gates will open at 10:30 AM to the public.

There will be $2,600 in cash prizes for cooking teams. Grand Champion will receive $500, with the following winners in each category; 1st Place $400, 2nd Place $200, & 3rd Place $100. Categories are Beef, Pork and Chicken. The Baked Beans Contest is a $15 buy in and winner takes all.

There will also be entertainment throughout the day, Arts & Craft vendors, Pie walk, plenty of food for tasting available to the public and a Motorcycle Rally. Barrel Train will return for children to ride all over park.

This year will feature a Kite Flying Contest, sponsored by Timpson Tamco. Trophies will be awarded for Smallest Kite, Largest Kite, Most Colorful Kite, Best Homemade Kite and Highest Kite Flown. Saturday Admission is $10 for adults. Children under 12 are free.

For more or to register as a team or vendor contact Paul Smith @ 936-254-3161 or Dustin Norris @ 936-332-2976.

Sheriff's Posse Queen, Duchess & Princess registration continues until May 29

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The annual Shelby County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo will be coming to town June 5-6. Entries are now being accepted for the Queen, Duchess & Princess contests.

The age group for Queen is 16-24, the Duchess age is 11-15 and the Princess category is 5-10. The deadline to enter is May 29.

There will be a “Queen” clinic offered by contest coordinator, Ann Blackwell in May. That date will be announced later.

Contestants will be required to sell raffle tickets, so early entry is encouraged. For more information and entry forms, contact Ann Blackwell at 936-590-9126 or 936-590-1855 or email to tablackwell@yahoo.com or message on Facebook.

Ms. Blackwell says the reigning royalty have done a great job in promoting the rodeo and have, in fact, held their titles for 2 years as the contest was not held last year.

She adds that a big response from local young ladies would be awesome for our rodeo. 2013-14 SCSP Rodeo Queen is Harli Joe Cowdin from Grand Cane, LA; the 2013-14 SCSP Rodeo Duchess is Emily Andrus of Carthage and the 2013-14 SCSP Rodeo Princess is Leiza Klein of Center. Watch for these young ladies as they make appearance promoting the rodeo in June.

If you would like to have them visit your business or civic group, please contact Ann Blackwell.

Shelby County Relay for Life to be held at expo center Friday evening

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The Shelby County Relay for Life, with the theme, 'Blast from the Past' will be held Friday evening, May 15 from 6 p.m. to midnight at the Shelby County Expo Center. Two traditions during the event will be the Survivor Lap at 7 p.m. and the Luminaria Ceremony at 9:30 p.m. The Relay for Life benefits the American Cancer Society.

32nd River City Fest set for Logansport Friday-Sunday

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The 32nd Annual Logansport River City Fest is May 15, 16, & 17^th. Theme for this year’s event is “It’s a Southern Thang”.

There will be a carnival, food booths, arts & crafts, treasure hunt and entertainment throughout.

A fireworks show will be held at 8 p.m. Friday.

Parade is at 11 a.m. Saturday and if you own classic cars, they need you there.

There will also be a blood drive from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Saturday.

Sunday’s activities include the Pet Parade at 2 p.m. and River City Fest Duck Derby at 4 p.m.

Funeral Notices: 05/13/15

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Mangum Funeral Home announces a graveside for 71-year old Leonard Sanford of Pearland. He passed away Tuesday in Pearland. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Borders Cemetery, Shelby County. He worked in environmental cleanup for Garner Environmental. Among Leonard Sanford’s survivors is his wife, Diana Sanford of Pearland; children, Catherine, Leonard Sanford, Jr., Loniel Sanford and Joann Sanford; sister, Lisa Martinez; and brothers, Russell Sanford, Douglas Sanford and Daniel Sanford.

Mangum Funeral Home announces service for 92-year old Vircle McSwain of Zwolle, formerly of Center. She passed away Monday in Lufkin. Service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Mangum Funeral Home, with burial at White Rock Cemetery, Shelby County. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Mangum Funeral Home.

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces a graveside service for 93-year old Velma Wheeler McLeoy of Center. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. this morning at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces service for 63-year old Robert "Bob" Weberg of Lufkin. Service will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. til service time Friday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home.

Stepstones Ministry International responding to Van tornado relief

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Stepstones Ministry International in Center, Texas is reponding to the Van, Texas tornado relief effort.

Stepstones has been asked to bring men to run chainsaws, remove debris and provide a cook team for a group of 40-50 relief personnel staying at one location.

The goal is to leave around noon on Thursday, May 14th and return Saturday evening late. A second round of help will depart the following week and remain for a longer period of time.

Contact Mike Brister, Founder/Executive Director, at 254-718-5040 (cell) or 936-598-8877 for details and to volunteer.

The following items have been requested and can be dropped off at 117 San Augustine Street in Center by noon on May 14th: shovels, rakes, gloves, large trash bags, snacks for families and workers such as meat sticks, jerky, peanut butter, cheese crackers, nuts, Gatorade, bottled water, paper plates, cups, plastic ware, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, first aid kits.

Monetary donations are needed to purchase food items to prepare meals for the team staying at the facility.

All donations are tax deductible.

Texas Livestock & Crop Weather 05/12/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Robert Burns

East: Fields and pastures remained saturated. Water sources were overflowing, even those that did not depend upon runoff water. Subsoil and topsoil were adequate to surplus. In most areas, pastures were too wet to drive through with trucks and tractors. Fly and other insect populations increased with sun and warmer weather. Fungus was occurring due to all the rain and pasture conditions in Upshur County. Vegetable growers were still having difficulty working fields. Hay crops needed to be harvested, but inadequate drying conditions have not allowed for harvest. Soil erosion was becoming a problem in many areas. A few producers were able to apply fertilizer and herbicides or harvest hay. Cattle were in good condition. The weaning and selling of market-ready calves and cull cows continued. Feral hog damages increased.

Putting safety first this month-and throughout the year: Outdoor Electrical Safety

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brittney Johnson, DETEC communications specialist

Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative

May 12, 2015

Putting safety first this month – and throughout the year

Outdoor Electrical Safety

It’s May – and Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is celebrating National Electrical Safety Month. While safety for our members is top priority year-round, Electrical Safety Month is a time to acknowledge the importance of safety excellence.

Outdoor Work Safety

One critical part of safety around electricity is awareness. With outdoor work, you can easily find yourself in dangerous proximity to overhead lines. Being aware of the location of those wires can help reduce accidents. DETEC urges outdoor workers to remember these guidelines:

• Keep a 10-foot minimum distance around power lines. That means 10 feet above, below and to the sides of power lines.

• It can be difficult to judge from the driver’s seat how close a piece of machinery is to electric lines. Have someone on site to guide you.

•Remember that power lines and other utilities run underground, too. Call 811 to have utility lines marked before you start digging.

• Use caution when handling long items such as ladders and rods. Coming too close to a power line can cause electricity to arc, or “jump,” to conducting material or objects.

• Be aware of increased height when loading and transporting tractors on trailer beds. Many tractors are now equipped with radios and communications systems with very tall antennas extending from the cab, which could make contact with power lines.

• Never attempt to raise or move a power line to clear a path.

• Remember, even nonmetallic materials such as lumber, tree limbs, tires, ropes and hay will conduct electricity depending on dampness, dust and dirt contamination.

• If you hit a pole’s guy wire and break it, call the cooperative to fix it. Do not do it yourself. Guy wires, used to stabilize utility poles, are grounded. However, when a guy wire is broken, it can cause an electric current disruption. This can make those neutral wires anything but harmless.

Outdoor Play – Children’s Safety

Your safety is a top priority, and it’s even more important when it comes to kids. They don’t always know—or remember—what can be dangerous, so it’s up to all of us to watch out for their safety.

Safety rules for power lines:

• Don’t plant trees or install tall playground equipment under or near power lines.

• Don’t build tree houses in trees near electric lines.

• Don’t allow children to climb trees growing near electric lines. Teach your children to always look up to check for power lines before climbing trees or any tall objects. Never climb a power pole.

• Keep children away from ladders, poles or work equipment that may be near power lines.

• Obey signs that say “danger” and “keep out” around large electrical equipment, like substations. These signs aren’t warnings; they’re commands to keep you safe.

And the No. 1 safety rule for everyone to remember is this: Don’t touch a power line or anything that’s touching a power line. No one can tell simply by looking at a line whether it is energized or not, and contact with a power line can be deadly. If there’s water nearby, don’t go in it. Water is the best conductor of electricity. Remember, electricity always seeks the easiest path to reach the ground, and, unfortunately, human beings are good conductors of electricity. Be mindful of your surroundings while working or enjoying the outdoors!

Graveside Service Notice: Leonard Sanford

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Leonard Sanford, 71, of Pearland, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at Tusany Village Nursing Home in Pearland.

Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Borders Cemetery with Bro. John Bender officiating.

He was born October 23, 1943 in Casa Grande, New Mexico to Loniel Clayton and Juanita (Weir) Sanford. He worked as an environmental cleanup for Garner Environmental.

He is survived by:

Wife:

Diana Sanford of Pearland

Children:

Catherine

Leonard Sanford, Jr.

Loniel Sanford

Joann Sanford

Sister:

Lisa Martinez

Brothers:

Russell Sanford

Douglas Sanford

Daniel Sanford

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

Funeral Notice: Vircle McSwain

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Vircle McSwain, 92, of Zwolle, La formerly of Center, passed away Monday, May 11, 2015 in Lufkin.

Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 2015 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jim Manning officiating. Burial will follow at White Rock Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, May 15, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born August 26, 1921 in Shelby County to Samuel and Leta (Johnson) Lucas.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Tuck and Leta Lucas, Husband, Clarence McSwain, 3 Brothers, Floyd Lucas, Ennis Lucas & Dennis Lucas.

She is survived by:

Son:

CV McSwain & wife, Cathy and Corpus Christi

Daughter:

Sulane Mayer & husband, Gene of Zwolle, LA

Grandchildren:

Marc McSwain of San Jose, CA

Larissa McSwain of Corpus Christi

Great Granddaughters:

Elysia & Estia

Sister:

Lillie Mae Williamson of Livingston formerly of Shelby County

Numerous Nieces & Nephews

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com

Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

Timpson provisional ballots go in favor of councilman, Grace among three incumbents to retain seats

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After two provisional ballots in last Saturday's city council election were verified Tuesday, the outcome of Saturday's city council election changed as Councilman George Grace got two additional votes to unofficially win re-election.

Challenger Kenny Walker had originally defeated Grace, 77-76. However, Timpson Mayor Debra Smith tells Center Broadcasting there were originally three provisional ballots, with one being discarded since they registered after the cut-off date. The other two were verified at Voter Registrar Debora Riley's office Tuesday morning and the results were announced at city hall afer 1 p.m. in favor of Grace.

Councilwoman Janell Baker also picked up two more votes from the provisional ballots.

Mayor Smith said Walker, or any of the candidates have two days after canvassing, if so chooses, to request a re-count, at their expense by May 21.

Unofficial, all three incumbents are re-elected:

Kyle Allen 95
Kenny Walker 77
Linda Hancock 74
Janell Baker 82
George Grace 78

Timpson Mayor Debra Smith writes the unofficial results outside city hall Tuesday afternoon after the provisional ballots reveal George Grace defeats challeger Kenny Walker, 78-77.

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/12/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 12, 2015-Awards Banquet 6:30 pm; JH Robotics in Kilgore

May 14, 2015- HS Band Trip to New York

May 15, 2015- Student Holiday/Teacher In-Service

May 22, 2015-Senior Celebration at the Youth Center RSVP Required.

May 25, 2015-Texas State Solo & Ensemble Hendrickson HS Pflugerville

May 26, 2015-1st Grade Field Trip to Zoo; Elementary Field Day

May 27, 2015- Elementary Awards in SEC 9:00 am

May 28, 2015-Early Release 11:30 am; End of 6th Grading Period; Graduation

May 29, 2015-Teacher In-Service/Student Holiday

Senior Spotlight

Alaina Jones

Nickname: Lainy

Parents/Grandparents: Sherron Woolf; Alex Jones

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: BETA; JCC; Robotics; Soccer

Best Friend in School: Francisca Tovar

Favorite Song: Milk Marie

Favorite Book: Hunger Games Trilogy

What College or Tech School planning to attend: Panola College

What Career Field Pursuing: Journalism/Medical

Chyenne Koller

Nickname: China

Parents/Grandparents: John Eric & Mary Koller

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Valedictorian; BETA; Soccer
(Captain); Band; Track; Cross Country; Tiger Dolls; JCC; Robotics

Favorite High School Memory: Our over-night soccer tournament trips

Best Friend in School: Shawna Hall & Janeth Trejo

Favorite Song: See You Again by Carrie Underwood

Favorite Book: "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh", "The Call of the Wild" &
"White Fang"

What Career Field Pursuing: Criminal Justice or Veterinary Field

Rafael Loredo

Nickname: Rafy

Parents/Grandparents: Ramiro Loredo & Patricia Loredo

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Soccer; Track; Cross Country

Favorite High School Memory: New York City Band Trip

Favorite Song: Firework by Katy Perry

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: Panola

What Career Field Pursuing: Medicine

TaKameria McClure

Parents/Grandparents: Commetrice McClure

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Salutatorian; BETA; JCC; Robotics;
Basketball; Cheer; Band; 2nd Team All District

Favorite High School Memory: Winning Homecoming Queen

Best Friend in School: Ashton Griffin & Taylor Walton

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: University of
Texas at Tyler

What Career Field Pursuing: Mursing

Notice:

The Tenaha ISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for
all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or
disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal
service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows:

Tenaha ISD Cafeteria

138 College Street

Tenaha TX 75661

June 1st, 2015-June 30th, 2015

Monday thru Thursday Starting June 2nd, 2015

Breakfast- 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch- 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.

UPDATE: Time change for start of Game 1 Center vs. Groesbeck area championship series Thursday

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Updated information for The Center vs. Groesbeck Area round series:

Game 1

Thursday in Groesbeck at *8pm*
Game 2

Friday at Gary H.S. at 7pm
Game 3

Saturday at 1pm at Groesbeck (if needed)

BBQ benefit, auction & bake sale to be held for John Hendricks

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There will be a BBQ benefit for John Hendricks to help cover medical expenses for a costly medical procedure. John is the son of Joaquin resident Shirley Spinks and the step-son of Roy Spinks. The event will be held at the Joaquin Community Center on Saturday, June 6, starting at 11 a.m. There will also be an auction and bake sale. Any donations will be greatly appreciated. BBQ plates will be $8, or $4 for a BBQ sandwich. Contact Shirley Spinks for more information or donations at 936-269-3151 or Roy Spinks at 936-572-0992.

Center Crime Stoppers seeks information on residential burglaries

Posted About Nine Years Ago by DJ Dickerson, Jr., Shelby County Sheriff's Dept. Investigator Se

Press Release

Shelby County Sheriff Willis Blackwell reports that on Friday, May 08th, 2015, unknown suspect(s) forced entry into (5) residences in Shelby County. Areas in which the burglaries occurred was (1) on FM 417 West, (2) in the Jericho Community, (1) on County Road 1234, and (1) on County Road 1510. Suspect(s) stole firearms, boots, clothing, a Sentry safe and money.

If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office at 936-598-5600 and ask to speak with Criminal Investigation Division Sergeant DJ Dickerson or Investigator Kevin W. Windham. Center Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information.

Anyone who has information regarding this crime should call Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598-SAFE (7233) or submit a tip online at www.centercrimestoppers.com. Remember, you don't have to give your name. All calls and cash rewards are completely anonymous. Rewards will only be paid on tips submitted through the Center Crime Stoppers system.

Huxley Helping Hands food pantry to have giveaway Saturday morning

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Weather Update @ 8:30 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

Well, enjoy this morning into the early afternoon as the counter clockwise rotation of the LOW pressure system that passed through our area is beginning to rotate back from the Corpus, Houston, Beaumont areas into our region....not heavy....but it gives chances for scattered showers in our area this afternoon.... rain, is rain ....and you can see that flooding is expected where the ground is saturated to our South and West. Also, to the California and Pacific Coast are more LOWS that will keep the rain and disturbed weather headed our way and in our forecast for the upcoming week. The air is heavy with warm, humid Gulf air. This sets us up for more possible severe weather starting this weekend and depending on the speed it could be as early as Thursday. Keep tuned to your favorite weather source.....and yes the white stuff in the mid section of the US is snow and winter mix from Kansas into Canada.
Good News SUNSHINE by mid week.

Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

DeSoto Parish Crime Stoppers seeks info on stolen boat from Logansport

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DeSoto Parish Crime Stoppers Felon of the Week Program is asking for the public’s help in locating/identifying suspect(s) wanted from the DeSoto Parish Area.

DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a stolen 2002 22 foot Moomba ski boat and trailer. This boat bears Louisiana registration number LA 9900 FM. It is believed to have been stolen between May 3, 2015 and May 8, 2015 from the 900 Block of River Road in Logansport, LA.

DeSoto Parish Crime Stoppers is offering a reward up to $1000.00 for information that results in the recovery of the boat and the arrest of a suspect. Anyone with information is asked to call the Crime Stoppers line at 1-800-505-STOP (7867) or contact the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318) 872-3956 and request to speak to Sgt. Travis Chelette. All calls are confidential.

PANOLA COLLEGE OFFERS GLAM CAMP IN CENTER

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The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education office is offering Glam Camp, July 7 - 8. This camp is for girls age 7-13 and will include a mini-facial, manicure, shampoo/style and other fun activities. Camp is from 9:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on the Center Campus an d lunch will be provided. The cost of the camp is $45.00 and preregistration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email at ce@panola.edu.

PANOLA COLLEGE OFFERS FUNDAMENTALS OF RETIREMENT CLASS

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The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education office is now offering a Fundamentals of Retirement class. This class is scheduled for Tuesday June 9, 2015 and Tuesday June 16, 2015. Class time begins at 6:30 pm until 8:30 p.m. in the Ballroom on the Carthage Campus. The cost of the class is $15.00 per person or $25.00 per couple and preregistration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067, email: ce@panola.edu.

Center ISD Board of Trustees to meet at noon Thursday (agenda)

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Rain, possible thunderstorms expected this afternoon

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Today: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, high near 74. East wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 64.

Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 81. East wind 5 to 10 mph.

Wednesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 67.

Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 84.

Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 68.

Friday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 84.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, a low around 70.

Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87.

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 72.

Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86.

Sunday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71.

Monday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 84.

Local Sports Round Up 05/12/15; Center tennis doubles' teams begin play at state tourney, baseball, softball playoffs set

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In sports,

State tennis tournament:

Center Roughrider Tennis is represented at the State Tennis Tournament at Texas A&M by two doubles teams. Adam Reeves and Alec Lucas will be playing in boys’ doubles division, and Julie Garcia and Malory Nehring will be in the girls’ doubles. Quarterfinal play begins at 8 a.m. this morning with Reeves/Lucas taking on a duo from Abilene Wylie. Garcia/Nehring will face Fredericksburg at 12 noon. The semi-finals will be held this afternoon.

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Baseball Roughriders will meet Groesbeck in an area championship series beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday in Groesbeck. Game 2 will take place at 7 p.m. Friday in Gary. If needed, Game 3 will be on Saturday at 1 PM in Groesbeck. Groesbeck advances after sweeping China Springs in bi-district. The series winner gets the Hudson/Lorena winner in region quarterfinals.

Center vs. Groesback

4A Region 3-Area Playoff Series

Game 1 7 p.m. Thursday in Groesbeck

Game 2 7 p.m. Friday in Gary

Game 3 1 p.m. Saturday in Groesbeack (if needed)

Center Broadcasting will have coverage of the Riders throughout the state playoffs on Q-100 KQBB as Don Wall has the call.

The Joaquin Rams have advanced to the area round of the Class 2A playoffs and will take on another state-ranked opponent, Centerville. There will be one game only. The winner advances to the region quarterfinal round to play the Beckville/Grapeland winner.

Joaquin vs. Centerville
2A Region 3 - Area Playoff Game
One Game to be played on:
Friday, 6:00 pm at Central Pollok ISD

CLASS 4A REGION III

Center vs. Groesbeck

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Groesbeck HS
Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Gary HS
Game 3: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Groesbeck HS, if necessary

Hudson vs. Lorena

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Lorena HS
Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Hudson HS
Game 3: 5 p.m. Saturday (May 16), A&M Consolidated HS, College Station, if necessary

Carthage vs. Madisonville

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 7:30 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Gary HS
Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Rusk HS
Game 3: 1 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Rusk HS, if necessary

Jasper vs. Robinson

(Best-of-three series)

At Athens HS

Game 1: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15)
Game 2: 2:30 p.m. Saturday (May 16)
Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 3A REGION III

Central Heights vs. Warren

One-game playoff: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Hemphill HS

Crockett vs. Buna

(Best-of-three series)

At New Caney HS

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14)
Game 2: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16)
Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

CLASS 2A REGION III

Joaquin vs. Centerville

One-game playoff: 6 p.m. Friday (May 15), Pollok Central HS

West Sabine vs. Cushing

Douglass vs. Colmesneil

(Best-of-three series)

At Livingston’s Texas Slam

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14)
Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15)
Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16), if necessary

Beckville vs. Grapeland

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Pollok Central HS
Game 2: 4 p.m. Saturday (May 16), Gary HS
Game 3: follows Game 2, if necessary

Softball state playoffs:

The Joaquin Lady Rams are in the third-round of the Class 2A playoffs and will meet Cushing in a best-of-three region quarterfinal series with all games in Tatum beginning Thursday. The winner has the Fruitvale/Cayuga winner in the region semi-finals.

Joaquin vs. Cushing
2A Region 3 - Regional Quarterfinal Playoff Series
1st Game - Thursday, 05/14 at 6:00 pm
2nd Game - Friday, 05/15 at 6:00 pm
3rd Game if necessary - Saturday, 05/16 at 2:00 pm
All games will be held at Tatum High School

CLASS 2A REGION III

Cayuga vs. Fruitvale

One-game playoff: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Athens HS

Beckville vs. Harleton

(Best-of-three series)

At LeTourneau University, Longview

Game 1: 6 p.m. Thursday (May 14)
Game 2: 6 p.m. Friday (May 15)
Game 3: noon Saturday (May 16), if necessary

Alto vs. Grapeland

CLASS 4A REGION III

Carthage vs. Huntington

(Best-of-three series)

Game 1: 7 p.m. Thursday (May 14), Carthage HS
Game 2: 7 p.m. Friday (May 15), Huntington HS
Game 3: 2 p.m. Saturday (May 16), SFA, Nacogdoches, if necessary

Henderson vs. Robinson

New SFA coach

The SFA Ladyjacks have a new head basketball coach. SFA named Mark Kellogg to that position Sunday. He was introduced yesterday. Kellogg has served as the head coach at West Texas A&M, a Division II program in Canyon. for two seasons. He compiled a 62-6 record and two straight Elite Eight appearances and a national championship appearance in 2014. Former Ladyjack coach Brandon Schneider resigned in April to accept the head coaching job at Kansas University.

Center Athletic Banquet:

The Center High School “Banquet of Champions” will be held Tuesday, May 26 at 7 p.m. at the Windham Civic Center. The meal is catered by Pete Lowe’s Catering, and is chicken & chopped BBQ. There will be a slideshow with memories from the year and awards for each sport.. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students, five and under are free, and $3 for kids 6-12. All athletic students are admitted free. Tickets are available in the athletic office at the high school until May 15. No tickets sold at the door. For more information, call the athletic office at 598-6173, ext. 2231.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/11/15--05/12/15

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Arrest Report

5/11/15—5/12/15

Shelby County:

James Allen Watson, 41, Joaquin, Possession of a Controlled Substance & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

San Augustine County: Malissa Stanton, Order Modifying Community Supervision

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Calm after the storm...local neighborhoods picks up after Monday's pre-dawn damage

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A cold front that spawned off violent weather Sunday night left its mark on areas of Center early Monday morning.

There was widespread wind and storm damage, in addition to scattered power outages, primarily in Center.

Several areas of town were left in the dark for upwards to six hours due to trees being blown down.

A house at the corner of Houston and Elliott Street suffered substantial damage when three trees were laid over on it. The occupant of the home, the Jonathan Brittain family escaped without injury.

The Pine Terrance Subdivision off FM 138 was the hardest hit area as numerous trees were pushed over by the 60 mph plus wind gusts around 4:30 a.m.

Center Broadcasting and most businesses along San Augustine Street, Shelbyville Street and at the South Traffic Intersection were left with no power for operation until around 8:15 a.m. It was around 10:30 a.m. before SWEPCO crews had power was restored to the Shelby County Courthouse.

DETEC also reported scattered outages. Brittney Johnson says 150 members in Shelby County were without electricity during the storm passage.

No injuries were reported from the storm passage.

Shelby County Commissioners approve use of local firm for indigent refunds, audit report is OK

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Meeting with no electrical power to the courthouse due to Monday’s storm damage, the Shelby County Commissioners’ Court gave approval to an outside organization to file for refunds of Indigent Health Care expenditures for the county. Local attorney Stephen Shires’ practice includes the firm Disability Needs which will assist in filing the tedious paperwork with the federal government.

County Judge Allison Harbison says the county has not made an attempt to seek these monies for years. She added the county primarily deals with qualifying applicants.

Disability Needs’ fee will be 33 percent of indigent refunds collected. Commissioners agreed to begin the services upon approval by County Attorney Gary Rholes of a trial six-month agreement with Shires, and re-evaluate for a possible annual contract.

In other business, Shelby County’s finances received a ‘clean bill of health’ from Axley & Rode CPA’s. Eric Carver was on hand to present the news on the FY2014 external audit report.

One item of business that died on Monday’s agenda without action was adopting a resolution in support of putting in a weigh and inspection station south of Nacogdoches and the state paying the costs of adding an additional 13 troopers to the region.

There was no discussion by commissioners.

Judge Harbison said she was asked by Nacogdoches County Judge Mike Perry to see if the county would support the issue.

Approval was given to:

· A surety bond for Barbara Walton for appointment as assistant treasurer.

· Accepted $4,000 donation from Devon Energy to the sheriff’s department. Sheriff Willis Blackwell said the money would go toward purchasing night-vision body cameras for deputies.

· Re-appointment of Judge Allison Harbison and appointment of County Treasurer Ann Blackwell to the DETCOG Board of Directors.

Timpson City Council race could be determined by provisional ballots

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There’s one race from last Saturday’s city council election that could come down to two provisional ballots.

In the City of Timpson incumbent Councilman George Grace came up short to challenger Kenny Walker by one vote, 76-77.

Those two provisional voters have until Friday to present their proper ID to Voter Registrar Debora Riley for verification so the results can be canvassed and the election results declared official.

Jury finds man not guilty of molesting teen girl in San Augustine

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It took a San Augustine County jury a little over two hours to reach a not guilty verdict Monday against Stacy Jerome Jones who was accused of molesting a 15-year old girl in 2012.

The eight men and five women jury heard testimony yesterday with the defense calling one witness to the stand, Jones, who admitted to stroking the girl’s hair and kissing her earlobe, but denied touching her genitalia.

The girl’s mother reported the alleged crime occurred Dec. 5, 2012. Jones and the victim were reportedly left alone in the kitchen when the incident was to have occurred.

The jury also heard testimony from the victim and the victim’s mother.

Jones was indicted by a San Augustine grand jury on a charge of Indecency with a Child in June 2013.

The jury began deliberating around 3:30 p.m. yesterday.

Timpson ISD Board of Trustees to meet this evening

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The Timpson ISD Board of Trustees will meet at 6:30 p.m. this evening and among the agenda items for discussion and possible action will be canvassing voting results from the board election May 9 and administering the oath of office. The board will then re-organize with the election of officers. Also, Timpson Trustees will certify superintendent to Region 7 Advisory Council, and approval of donation from the band boosters to the THS Band.

San Augustine County Commissioners' Court meeting this morning

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The San Augustine County Commissioners’ Court will meet at 9 a.m. this morning and among the agenda items for discussion and possible action includes an Excessive Force Resolution, county road inventory for TxDOT biennial report, reimbursement policy and an extension of agreement with GOV-Pay for credit card services for the tax office.

In addition, the Whippoorwill Cove, abandonment/relinquishment of McIver Road, New Water Supply waste water permit, and a possible part-time hire for Pct. 2.

Also, the need to prepare a resolution to identify culverts before a Forest Service prescribed burn.

In addition, San Augustine County Commissioners receive an update concerning the National Historic Trail signs and proclamation for Elder Abuse Prevention Awareness.

Judge Samye Johnson is to give a report on the public information meeting of Sam Rayburn Reservoir Master Plan Revision and the ANRA Sewer Grant.

Funeral service for Newton County Judge Ronnie Boyett set for today

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Newton County Judge Ronnie W. Boyett died from injuries he received when a tree reportedly fell on him while clearing land last Saturday afternoon.

It’s reported the 66-year old Boyett was cutting trees on his property when the incident took place.

He was taken by ambulance to a Jasper hospital where he was pronounced dead shortly after arriving before 6 p.m.

Boyett was elected in 2014, and took office on Jan. 1.

Funeral service for Newton County Judge Ronnie W. Boyett will be at 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church in Newton.

Tenaha ISD Board of Trustees to meet today

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The Tenaha ISD Board of Trustees have a called regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. this afternoon and among the agenda items includes canvassing of the May 9 board election, consider for approval the recipient for the Martindale Scholarship and budget amendments.

In addition, Tenaha ISD Trustees will discuss proposed board adopted changes to Hall of Honor Selection Process.

By the way, the 5:15 Board Meeting to discuss Federal Programs has cancelled. Information will not be released until June 5th. They will reschedule for the June 22nd Meeting.

New member ribbon cutting for Classic Nails @10:30 a.m. this morning

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The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors invite the public to join them at a new member ribbon cutting for Classic Nails and owners, Joshua and Lily Moody at 10:30 a.m. this morning, Tuesday, May 12. Classic Nails is located at 1009 Hurst Street in Center.

Funeral Notices: 05/12/15

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Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces a graveside service for 93-year old Velma Wheeler McLeoy of Center. She passed away Saturday in Plano. Visitation will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. this evening at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. She was a former employee of the Center ISD. Among Velma Wheeler McLeroy’s survivors is a son, Dan McLeroy of Plano; and daughter, Janet & Don Townsend of Bowling Green, KY.; and sisters-in-law, Gladys Davis of Austin and Charlsie Wheeler of Center.

Mangum Funeral Home announces pending service for 92-year old Vircle McSwain of Zwolle, La., formerly of Center. She passed away Monday in Lufkin. Among Vircle McSwain’s survivors is a son, CV & Cathy McSwain of Corpus Christi; daughter, Sulane & Gene Mayer of Zwolle, La; and sister, Lillie Mae Williamson of Livingston.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces 91-year old Kenneth Skillern passed away last Friday in San Augustine. A service will be announced at a later day, he was cremated. He retired after 45 years as a project engineer with Brown & Root. Among Kenneth Skillern’s survivors is a son, Fred & Kathy Skillern of Houston; and sister, Wilma Graham of Tyler.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces service for Robert "Bob" Weberg of Lufkin. He passed away Friday at his residence. Service will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. til service time Friday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. He worked as a truck driver.

Coming up this week at Center ISD 05/11/15--05/16/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

DeSoto Parish officials make multiple narcotics arrest

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Blake Woodward, DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office network administr

DeSoto Parish Sheriff Rodney Arbuckle is pleased to annouce multiple drug arrests made within the Parish by the Tri-Parish Drug Task Force and the Directed Patrol
Unit.

An investigation initiated by agents with the Tri-Parish Drug Task
Force on May 1, 2015 into the illegal sale of marijuana near Logansport High
School led to the arrest of Raven Samone White (B/F - DOB: 07/22/1997) of
Logansport, LA and Trevor Cole Arbuckle (W/M - DOB: 01/30/1997) of
Logansport, LA.

Ms. White was arrested on the charges of LA R.S. 40:966.A.(1) Distribution of Schedule I - Marijuana and LA R.S. 40:966.E Possession of Schedule I - Marijuana. Mr. Arbuckle was arrested for the charge of LA R.S. 40:968.C Possession of Schedule III - Anabolic Steroids and LA R.S. 40:1023 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Both were booked into the DeSoto Parish Detention Center on the above charges.

In a separate incident, on May 8, 2015, at about 7:50 p.m., deputies working with the Special Services division and the Directed Patrol Unit conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 49 near the 175 milepost.

The driver verbally identified himself as Jeremy McGildy but was unable to provide a valid drivers license. The U-Haul truck the driver was operating was found to be late on being returned to the U-Haul dealer. Deputies placed the driver under arrest for not having a driver's license and during a pat down located a wallet containing an identification card which identified the driver as
Jeremy Collinsworth (W/M - DOB: 01/05/1975) of Bossier City, LA.

Mr.Collingsworth admitted he gave a false identity because he had outstanding
warrants through Bossier Parish and he admitted to having illegal narcotics
in the vehicle he was operating.

A search of the vehicle was conducted and deputies recovered 39 oxycotin pills, about 76 hydrocone pills, 23 valium pills, 4 soma pills, and 3 ounces of suspected liquid hydrocodone. They also recovered a loaded Ruger LC9 9mm handgun in the console.

Mr. Collinsworth was arrested for the charges of LA R.S. 32:51 Speeding, LA R.S.
32:52 No Driver's License, LA R.S. 14:108.B.(1)(c) Resisting an Officer by
Giving False Information, 3 counts of LA R.S. 40:967.A.(1) Possession of
Schedule II with Intent to Distribute, 2 counts of LA R.S. 40:969.A.(1)
Possession of Schedule IV with Intent to Distribute, LA R.S. 14:95.E
Possession of a Firearm in the Presence of CDS, and with being a Fugitive
from Justice.

He was transported to and booked in the DeSoto Parish
Detention Center.

Raven Samone White

Trevor Cole Arbuckle

Jeremy Collinsworth

Pending Funeral Notice: Vircle McSwain

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Vircle McSwain, 92, of Zwolle, La formerly of Center, passed away Monday, May 11, 2015 in Lufkin.

Services are pending at Mangum Funeral Home.

She was born August 26, 1921 in Shelby County to Samuel and Leta (Johnson) Lucas.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Samuel and Leta Lucas and Husband, Clarence McSwain.

She is survived by:

Son, CV McSwain & wife, Cathy and Corpus Christi

Daughter, Sulane Mayer & husband, Gene of Zwolle, LA

Grandchildren:
Marc McSwain
Larissa McSwain

Great-Granddaughters: Elysia & Estia

Sister, Lillie Mae Williamson of Livingston

You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas

Funeral Notice: Velma Wheeler McLeroy

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Velma Wheeler McLeroy, 93, of Center, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015 in Plano.

Visitation will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Carl Smith officiating.

Ms. McLeroy was born September 25, 1921 in Garrison to Weldon S. Wheeler and Della Nelson Wheeler. She was a homemaker and later worked alongside her husband, Chester, at the Center and Iola School Systems. Ms. McLeroy was a member of First Baptist Church in Center.

She is survived by

Son: Dan McLeroy of Plano

Daughter: Janet Townsend and husband, Don, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Grandchildren:

Lori Gilbert of Lufkin

Joel McLeroy and wife, Trisha, of Lufkin

Rustin McLeroy of Houston

Ben Townsend of Bowling Green, Kentucky

Jeffrey Townsend and wife, Ali, of Bowling Green, Kentucky

Luke Townsend and wife, Crystal of Bowling Green, Kentucky

Shaina Townsend of Bowling Green, Kentucky

Great Grandchildren:

Miranda Smith and husband, Ryan, of Honolulu, Hawaii

Hannah Gilbert of New York

Abby Gilbert of New York

Luke Gilbert of New York

Amelia Townsend of Bowling Green, Kentucky

Great Great Grandchild: Maddi Smith of Honolulu, Hawaii

Sisters-in-law:

Gladys Davis of Austin

Charlsie Wheeler of Center

Preceded in death by

Husband: Chester McLeroy

Son: John Allen McLeroy

Parents: Weldon S. Wheeler and Della Nelson Wheeler

Brother: Hubert Wheeler, Oran Wheeler, Eula Wheeler, James Wheeler

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Rider Baseball Area Round Series set with Groesbeck

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

After a decisive victory last weekend over the Huntington Red Devils, the Center Roughrider Varsity Baseball team clinched the Bi-District Championship and is now headed to Area. They will face the Groesbeck Goats for Game 1 on Thursday, May 14th at 7 PM in Groesbeck. Game 2 will take place on Friday, May 15th at 7 PM in Gary. If needed, Game 3 will be on Saturday, May 16th at 1 PM in Groesbeck.

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/11/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 11, 2015-4th & 5th Grade Robotics in Kilgore

May 12, 2015-Awards Banquet 6:30 pm; JH Robotics in Kilgore

May 14, 2015- HS Band Trip to New York

May 15, 2015- Student Holiday/Teacher In-Service

May 22, 2015-Senior Celebration at the Youth Center RSVP Required.

May 25, 2015-Texas State Solo & Ensemble Hendrickson HS Pflugerville

May 26, 2015-1st Grade Field Trip to Zoo; Elementary Field Day

May 27, 2015- Elementary Awards in SEC 9:00 am

May 28, 2015-Early Release 11:30 am; End of 6th Grading Period; Graduation

May 29, 2015-Teacher In-Service/Student Holiday

Senior Spotlight

LaTonya Goodwin

Nickname: Tonya

Parents/Grandparents: Sharee Goodwin; Louis Boykin

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: BETA; Band (State Champs 2011)

Favorite High School Memory: Just being with my Best Friends

Best Friend in School: Kasey Cooks; AnPernee Robertson

Favorite Song: Nothing on Me by Toni Romiti

Favorite Book: Bluford Series

What College or Tech School planning to attend: Panola College

What Career Field Pursuing: CNA

Shawna Hall

Nickname: Shawnii

Parents/Grandparents: Tabitha and Wayne Estes

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: BETA; FFA (Show Team Award; Horse
Evaluation Award); Cheerleading; Soccer (Captain/Letterman);

Track; Poultry Pageant Committee Award;

Favorite High School Memory: Texarkana Soccer Tournament

Best Friend in School: Chyenne Koller

Favorite Song: Mean to Me by Brett Eldridge

Favorite Book: "Blue" by Joyce Hostetter

What College or Tech School planning to attend: Panola College

What Career Field Pursuing: Dental Assistant

Aaron Harris

Nickname: A-Rod

Parents/Grandparents: Carolyn Cooks

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Football; Basketball; Baseball;
Track

Favorite High School Memory: Winning State in 2011

Best Friend in School: Bryan Servin

Favorite Song: K-Camp

What College or Tech School are you planning on attending: Kilgore

What Career Field Pursuing: Football; Petroleum Technology; Automotive Body
Repair

Tenaha 5th Grade Beginner Band Performs Above Expectations

The Tenaha 5th grade beginner band attended the Sound Post Music Festival in Canton this past Friday, May 8th. The band performed two pieces of music that they had prepared over a two month period. They performed above expectations for a 5th grade beginner band, and received a division 1 (superior rating) from every judge! Some of the judges' comments were
"Great characteristic tone qualities from all students- Bravo," "This group is musical and plays well beyond their years," "Nice sounds, solid fundamentals, and good concert tonally-very nice!" "Good listening skills apparent." The students received a great experience and plenty of feedback to carry them into their second year of band next year. The band then traveled to Splash Kingdom Water Park afterwards as a reward for their hard work and incredible performance! Brian Sours, Band Director

Correction: Center Middle School to hold meeting for incoming 7th-9th grade female students tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jenny Cassell, CISD PR & Media

There will be a parent meeting tonight, Monday, May 11th for all parents of *incoming
7th, 8th and 9th* grade female students at Center ISD who are participating in athletics. This meeting will take place in the Center Middle School Auditorium at *5:30 pm.*

Joaquin ISD to hold special meeting to canvass results of recent election on May 14

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jennifer McCann, JISD administrative assistant

NOTICE Special Meeting Of

Joaquin Independent School District Board

Notice is hereby given that on the 14^th day of May 2015, the Board of Trustees of the Joaquin School District will hold a special meeting at 1:00 p.m., at the Joaquin ISD Administration building Board room, Joaquin, Texas.

The subjects to be discussed are listed on the agenda attached to and made a part of this Notice. If, during the course of the meeting covered by this Notice, the Board of Trustees should determine that a closed session of the Board of Trustees is required, then such closed session as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et seq., Texas Education Code, will be held by the School Board at the date, may conveniently meet in such closed session concerning any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including, but not limited to the following sections and purposes:

Texas Government Code Section:

551.071 Private consultation with the board’s attorney.

551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property.

551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations.

551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel.

551.076 Considering the deployment, specific occasions for, or implementation of, security personnel or devices.

551.082 Considering the discipline of a public school child, or complaint or charge against personnel.

551.083 Considering the standards, guidelines, terms, or conditions the board will follow, or will instruct its

representative to follow, in consultation with representative of employee groups.

551.084 Excluding witnesses from a hearing.

551.086 Economic development negotiations.

Education Code 39.030

39.030 Discuss or adopt individual assessment instruments or assessment instrument items.

Should and final action, final decision, or final vote be required in the opinion of the School Board with regard to any matter considered in such closed session, then the final vote shall be either:

(a) in the open meeting covered by the Notice upon the reconvening of the public meeting; or

(b) at a subsequent public meeting of the School Board upon notice thereof; as the School Board shall determine.

Agenda

1. Roll call, establishment of quorum, call to order

(Two members constitutes a quorum, Election Code 67.003, 67004(a), Board Policy BBB (Legal))

2. Canvass votes from the May 9^th School Board Election

3. Adjournment

On this 11^th day of May 2015, this Notice was mailed to news media that had previously requested such Notice and an original copy was posted on the bulletin board outside the School District Administration Building at 1:00 p.m. on said date.

___________________________

Phil Worsham, Superintendent

May 11, 2015

National Nursing Home Week is May 10-16, proclamation signed by Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison

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May 10-16 is National Nursing Home Week and representatives from all nursing facilities in Shelby County were on hand for a proclamation signing by Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison Monday morning. Pictured (standing, left) Sherry Smith, Green Acres Administrator; Sara Watson, Pine Grove Social Services; Hollie Adams, Holiday Nursing Center Administrator; Shikella Patton, Pine Grove Activity Director; and Pat Bush, Holiday Nursing Center, Activity Director. (Center Broadcasting photo)

Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 to hold Stated Meeting Tuesday evening

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Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149 will hold its monthly Stated Meeting on Tuesday Evening, 5-11-2015. A pot luck dinner will be served beginning at 6:30 and the meeting will start at 7:30
--
Paul Ragan, President
East Texas Disciples #1127
Christian Motorcyclists Association
"Riding for the Son - Its all about Jesus"

Joaquin Baseball, Softball playoff schedule for this week

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jennifer McCann, JISD administrative assistant

Baseball:*

Joaquin vs. Centerville
2A Region 3 - Area Playoff Game
One Game to be played on:
Friday, 05/15 at 6:00 pm at Central Pollok ISD

*Softball:*

Joaquin vs. Cushing
2A Region 3 - Regional Quarterfinal Playoff Series
1st Game - Thursday, 05/14 at 6:00 pm
2nd Game - Friday, 05/15 at 6:00 pm
3rd Game if necessary - Saturday, 05/16 at 2:00 pm
All games will be held at Tatum High School

Funeral Notice: Jerry Donald Rudd

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Jerry Donald Rudd, 66, of Center passed away Saturday May 9, 2015 in Nacogdoches.

Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, May 11, 2015 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel with Center Church of Christ minister Tim Perkins officiating and Rodney Golden leading congregational singing. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

Jerry was born in the sand hills of South Jericho, Texas in 1948 to Pershing and Alene Cook Rudd. He lived in Center, Texas most of his life and was a loyal employee of Tyson Foods for more than 30 years in their hatchery and food processing facilities.

Jerry was a diligent and hard worker, earning him the nickname “Speedy." He was a devoted Christian and a faithful member of Center Church of Christ. He loved his church family and the Holy Scriptures, studying the bible weekly. He was a familiar face in the Center, Texas community serving as Chaplain of the Capt. Jesse Amason Camp #282 Sons of Confederate Veterans.

Jerry, a devoted father and doting grandfather, especially loved spending time with his family and friends, where he was known for his big bear hugs. He married Flora Coyle and was the proud father of two daughters and grandfather to three grandchildren. Jerry possessed boundless energy, an indomitable spirit and an ever optimistic outlook on life. He will be dearly missed.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and brother Frank Davis Rudd. He is survived by his wife, two daughters Donna Rudd Anderson and husband David and Dana Rudd Richardson and husband Paul and three grandchildren Christina Patterson, Emily Richardson and Kathryn Anderson.

William Rudd, Barry Rudd, Matthew Rudd, Carl Rudd, Ray Smiley, David Anderson, Gene Bradshaw and Rodney Golden will serve as pall bearers.

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com

Timpson Bear Update 05/11/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Mid Johnson, Timpson ISD superintendent

Second Graders Write Letters - Mrs. Iles’ Second Grade Class practiced their letter writing skills by writing letters to Mrs. Burns’ Fourth Grade Homeroom. Mrs. Iles’ students worked very hard on their letters and were very excited to get a response from the fourth graders.

Mrs. Burns’ Fourth Grade Class enjoyed reading the letters from the second graders. They were very excited to respond to the letters they received. This activity has really helped students to see that writing can be fun and it has helped some of our younger students get to know some of our older students. All of these students are anxious to continue with their letter writing until the end of the school year.

Pre-K News - Maxine Bersch Lovern, is 96 years old. She is a professional storyteller. She has written books on storytelling along with her memoirs. Her web page is: https://maxinebersch.com/ Last month she taught storytelling to a group in Virginia. She will be coming to Timpson Elementary School's Pre-K on Tuesday, May 19th at 10:00 a.m. to share a story with students.

Timpson High School Graduation - The 2015 Graduating Class of Timpson High School announces its Commencement Exercises will be on Friday the twenty-ninth of May two thousand fifteen at eight 0'clock in the evening in the gymnasium at the John Herbert Eakin Sports Complex.

Free Tickets to Six Flags Over Texas - The following fourth grade students received a free ticket to Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, TX: Corey Barnes, David Barton, Angel Booker, Halle Burns, Kaitlyn Crockett, James Fabian, D’Chelle Garner, Jacob Horton, Dakota Kolajack, Giselle Manzano, Najala McCollister, Mackenzie Parks, and Jayden Windham. Students had to read 6 hours or more independently and keep a record of what they read and for how long. I am very proud of these students and the time they took to read and improve their independent reading skills. Good job, Fourth Graders!!!!!!!!

Cold front blews through leaving scattered storm damage, power outages to Center

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A cold front that spawned off continued violent weather in North Texas and through the Midwest barreled through Deep East Texas this morning leaving widespread wind and storm damage, in addition to scattered storm damage in Center.

Several areas of town were left in the dark for almost 4 hours due to trees being blown down.

A house at the corner of Houston and Elliott Street suffered substantial damage when three trees were laid over on it.

The house is being rented by Jonathan Brittain and there's no injuries.

In addition, trees were blown over in the Pine Terrace Subdivision. Center Broadcasting and most businesses along San Augustine Street, Shelbyville Street and at the South Traffic Intersection were left with no power for operation until around 8:15 a.m. as SWEPCO crews worked to restore.

We’re expecting continued thunderstorm activity through most of the week.

Rain forecast through the week, heavy rain this morning

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Today: A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Mostly cloudy, high near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming west in the afternoon.

Tonight: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 65.

Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 75.

Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 64.

Wednesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 79.

Wednesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 66.

Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81.

Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, low around 67.

Friday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, high near 85.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68.

Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86.

Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69.

Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87.

Take a Kid Fishing a huge success, some 550 children take part

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The 37^th annual Center Broadcasting-Shelby County Bass Anglers’ Take a Kid Fishing Bream Tournament is in the books as some 550 children took part in the event at Huxley Bay Marina on Toledo Bend.

Taking the honor of “Largest Single Bream” of the tourney was 4-year old Landry Balkcom, with a catch of .63 lbs. She also received a $100 gift card from the Shelby County Bass Anglers in memory of long-time TAKF mainstay, the late Kenneth Fulsom.

Heaviest String of fish honor went to Levi Porter with 2.58 lbs. He also received a $50 gift card from the bass anglers in Fulsom’s memory.

Center Broadcasting has posted pictures of each age division’s winners, along with winners in the Shelby County Bass Anglers’ Casting Contest on our website, cbc-radio.com, and on our Facebook pages, including Center Broadcasting and KQBB Real Country.

A big “thanks” to all sponsors and parents for your assistance during our annual Take a Kid Fishing Tournament. We’re looking forward to next year’s!

Local Sports Round up 05/11/15; State Tennis Tourney starts Tuesday, Riders, Rams, Lady Rams headed to next round of state playoffs

Posted About Nine Years Ago

In sports,

State tennis tournament:

Center Roughrider Tennis is represented at the State Tennis Tournament at Texas A&M by two doubles teams. Adam Reeves and Alec Lucas will be playing in boys’ doubles division, and Julie Garcia and Malory Nehring will be in the girls’ doubles. Quarterfinal play begins at 8 a.m. Tuesday with Reeves/Lucas taking on a duo from Abilene Wylie. Garcia/Nehring will face Fredericksburg at 12 noon Tuesday. The semi-finals will be held Tuesday afternoon.

Baseball state playoffs:

The Center Baseball Roughriders capture the Class 4A bi-district championship with a 5-1 win in Huntington Saturday. The Riders move on to the area round of the state playoffs where they'll meet Groesbeck (sweep China Springs, 10-7, 1-0). Center defeated Huntington in Game 1, 10-2 on Friday.

This message was posted by Rider Head Coach David Sheppard on Facebook last night:

We are still a coin flip away from locking the series sites in, but I can give you the two options
Heads: Thursday 7pm in Gary
Friday. 7pm in Groesbeck
Saturday at 12pm in Gary
Tails: the reverse Thursday in Groesbeck Friday in Gary, Saturday in Groesbeck.

Pray for little to no rain. With the turf in Gary, if Groesbeck field isn't playable, the game will be moved to Gary.

The Joaquin Rams get a 7-6 win in Game 2 of a best-of-three bi-dist. baseball series against Broaddus Saturday to sweep the state-ranked Bulldogs and advance to the area round this week and play state-ranked Centerville. Joaquin won Game 1 on Friday, 5-2. The site, date and times are being finalized today.

The Garrison Bulldogs exit the Class 3A state playoffs as they are swept by Crockett in a bi-district series.

Saturday results:

· CLASS 4A REGION III

· Center 5, Huntington 1 (Center wins series, 2-0)

· Rusk 4, Lufkin Hudson 2

· Hudson 5, Rusk 0 (Hudson wins series, 2-1)

·Carthage 5, Diboll 0 (Carthage wins series, 2-0)

CLASS 3A REGION IIII

· Crockett 6, Garrison 3 (Crockett wins series, 2-0)

· Central Heights 13, Buffalo 0 (Central Heights wins series, 2-0)

· Jefferson 7, Troup 3 (Jefferson advances)

· Frankston 3, New Diana 2 (Frankston advances)

· Elkhart 10, Hemphill 0 (Elkhart wins series, 2-0)

· Malakoff 9, Elysian Fields 4 (Malakoff advances)

· White Oak 15, Corsicana Mildred 5 (White Oak advances)

· New Waverly 8, Woodville 7 (New Waverly wins series, 2-0)

CLASS 2A REGION III

· Joaquin 7, Broaddus 6 (Joaquin wins series, 2-0)

· Colmesneil 20, Gary 8 (Colmesneil wins series, 2-1)

· Hawkins 8, Cayuga 7 (Hawkins wins series, 2-0)

· Grapeland 2, Groveton 1 (Grapeland wins series, 2-0)

Softball state playoffs:

The Joaquin Lady Rams are area champions after a 13-3 win in Game 3 of their bi-district softball series with Groveton Saturday. Sophomore Darby Hughes added to the assault with a home run in the six-inning game. Joaquin takes the series, 2-1. Groveton won Game 2 Saturday, 4-6 to send it to a third game. The Lady Rams won Game 1, 5-2 Friday. Joaquin advances to the region quarterfinal to play Cushing. The site, date and times are being worked out.

The Shelbyville Lady Dragons had their season end at home Friday night as Cushing grabs an 8-0 victory to sweep the Class 2A area round softball home-and-home series in two games. Cushing took Game 1 Thursday, 2-1.

The Garrison Lady Bulldogs are eliminated from the Class 3A playoffs after a 1-0 loss to East Bernard Friday night in Huntsville.

Saturday results:

CLASS 4A REGION III

·Huntington 3, Lorena 2

·Huntington 6, Lorena 5 (Huntington wins series, 2-0)

Henderson vs. Fairfield

·Robinson 13, Rusk 4 (Robinson advances)

CLASS 3A REGION III

· Franklin 4, Sabine 3 (Franklin wins series, 2-0)

· Pollok Central 5, Kirbyville 2 (Central wins series, 2-0)

· Malakoff 4, Teague 0 (Malakoff advances)

· White Oak vs. Little River Academy

· Woodville 4, Danbury 0 (Woodville wins series, 2-0)

· Boling 15, Elkhart 2 (Boling wins series, 2-0)

CLASS 2A REGION III

· Joaquin 4, Groveton 6 (Game 2 Saturday)

· Joaquin 13, Groveton 3 (Game 3 Joaquin wins series, 2-1)

· Fruitvale 7, Bogata Rivercrest 3 (Fruitvale advances)

· Harleton 12, Martin’s Mill 2 (Harleton wins series, 2-0)

New SFA coach

The SFA Ladyjacks have a new head basketball coach. SFA named Mark Kellogg to that position Sunday. Kellogg has served as the head coach at West Texas A&M, a Division II program in Canyon. for two seasons. He compiled a 62-6 record and two straight Elite Eight appearances and a national championship appearance in 2014. Former Ladyjack coach Brandon Schneider resigned in April to accept the head coaching job at Kansas University.

CMS Athletics Parent’s Meeting

There will be a parent meeting for all parents of incoming 6th, 7th & 8th grade students at Center ISD who are participating in athletics on May 11th & 14th.Monday, May 11th will be for the middle school girls and *Thursday, May 14th*, will be for the middle school boys. These meetings will take place in the Center Middle School Auditorium at *5:30 pm* both evenings.

Center Athletic Banquet:

The Center High School “Banquet of Champions” will be held Tuesday, May 26 at 7 p.m. at the Windham Civic Center. The meal is catered by Pete Lowe’s Catering, and is chicken & chopped BBQ. There will be a slideshow with memories from the year and awards for each sport.. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students, five and under are free, and $3 for kids 6-12. All athletic students are admitted free. Tickets are available in the athletic office at the high school until May 15. No tickets sold at the door. For more information, call the athletic office at 598-6173, ext. 2231.

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6. According to Clint Tanner, the location has been changed to a familiar site, Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road. Tanner said DU used that location previously. There will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/08/15--05/11/15

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Arrest Report

5/08/15—5/11/15

Shelby County:

James Bailey, 22, Center, Violation of Probation, Original Charge: Obstructing Airway Passage

Jackie Charles Boyett, 58, Joaquin, Cruelty to Livestock

Craig Randall Crocker, 27, Center, Warrant-Failure to Appear, Original Charge: Possession of Marijuana & Failure to ID as a Fugitive

Jonathan Lee Hill, 30, Center, Criminal Trespass & Resisting Arrest

Bonnie Denby, 36, Shelbyville, Sabine County Warrant-Violation of Probation, Original Charge: Criminal Trespass

William Parks, 28, Shelbyville, Burglary of a Habitation

Marco Martinez, 45, Center, Driving While Intoxicated

Cassie Gilman, 32, Joaquin, Assault on a Public Servant

Ashley Lynn Alexander, 29, Tenaha, Warrant-Bond Surrender, Original Charge: Possession of a Controlled Substance

San Augustine County:

Wallace Clifton, 60, San Augustine, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest, Assault on a Public Servant & Retaliation, Attempt to Take Officer’s Weapon

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Results of school board & city council elections from May 9

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There will be some new faces taking office on several area school boards and city councils as well as some familiar faces that were re-elected following last Saturday’s elections. Long-time Tenaha ISD Board member and current president Bo Morris loses his seat, as challengers David Fallin with 159 votes and Joe Anderson with 153, are elected. Retaining his seat is long-time member Robert Barton with 119.

There will be a new mayor in Joaquin as Councilman Bill Bakers takes a 58-52 win over fellow Councilwoman Pat Gray. Mayor Mike Woods chose not to see re-election. An incumbent council member in Joaquin is re-elected as Mike Atkinson tallies 69 votes, and challenger Joe Long wins a seat, outpolling incumbent LeeVern Stotts Gilliam, 55-46.

In the Tenaha City Council election two of three incumbents were re-elected. Councilman Michael Baker pulled in the most votes Saturday with 96, and council challenger Natalie Harris had 94 to win election as current council member Larry Terry (53) is defeated. Councilwoman Claudine Howard wins another term with 56 votes.

The Timpson ISD Board of Trustees will have two new faces as incumbent Dannie Hunt(140) is re-elected, with newcomer Jim Rader leading all balloting with 164 votes. Also elected was Carlos Johnson with 136.

Joaquin ISD Board of Trustees member Ronnie Belrose wins re-election with 170 votes. However, Thomas Harvey leads the ticket with 289 votes to win a seat.

Two Timpson City Council members retain their seats as incumbents Kyle Allen had 95 votes and Janell Baker with 80 to lead the five candidate field. Not all incumbents were as fortunate as George Grace loses his seat to challenger Kenny Walker, by a one vote margin, 77-76.

Two familiar faces retain seats on the Shelbyville ISD Board of Trustees as Joe Tom Schillings led all balloting with 1155 votes, and Etola Jones ended with 151.

Garrison ISD voters decide on keeping two incumbents as Bart Reneau pulls in 142 votes and Wes Chandler with 184. Lane Barton defeats Bradley Davis, 122-35 for the two-year unexpired term.

In the City of Garrison council race, Nichole Todd (30) and Samantha Douglass Van Pelt (24) win election.

May 9 School and City Unofficial Election Results

Joaquin ISD elect 2

Ronnie Belrose (i) 170

Thomas Harvey 289

Jay Wilson 152

Maggie Bowden 135

Joaquin City Mayor

Bill Baker 58

Pat Gray 52

Joaquin City Council 2 spots

LeeVern Stotts Gilliam (i) 46

Mike Atkinson (i) 69

Joe Long 55

Tenaha ISD 3 positions

Bo Morris (i) 87

Robert Barton (i) 119

Joe Anderson 153

David Fallin 159

Korey McClure 89

Tenaha City Council elect 3

Larry Terry (i) 53

Claudine Howard (i) 56

Michael Baker (i) 96

Natalie Harris 94

Timpson ISD 3 positions

Dannie Hunt (i) 140

Carlos Johnson 136

Linda Frazier Todd 77

Jim Rader 164

Timpson City Council elect 3

Kyle Allen (i) 95

Janell Baker (i) 80

George Grace (i) 76

Kenny Walker 77

Linda Hancock 74

Shelbyville ISD elect 2

Joe Tom Schillings (i) 155

Etola Jones (i) 151

Chris Koltonski 97

Brad Hinton 74

Latashia Thompson 75

Clint Norton 34

Garrison ISD elect 2

Bart Reneau 142

Wes Chandler 84

Matt Barrett 41

Garrison ISD 2-year unexpired, elect one

Bradley Davis 35

Lane Barton 122

Garrison City Council 2 seats

Nichole Todd 30

Hope Hallmark 20

Samantha Douglass VanPelt 24

Shelby County Commissioners' Court to hold meeting this morning

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The Shelby County Commissioners’ Court will have a regular meeting at 9:30 a.m. this morning and among the agenda items for discussion and possible action will be adopting a resolution in support of placement of a weigh station in Nacogdoches County and the state adding an additional 13 troopers and appoint or reject an agreement between Shelby County and Disability Needs for the filing for refunds of Indigent Health Care expenditures for the county.

In addition, commissioners will receive Treasurer Ann Blackwell’s report on technology improvements for the JPs; approve bond and appointment of assistant treasurer; accept $4,000 donation from Devon Energy to the sheriff’s department for equipment; presentation of the Shelby County FY2014 external audit report from Axley & Rode; and appoint 2 elected officials to the DETCOG Board of Directors.

Jury cancelled for 273rd District Court in Center today

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Shelby County District Clerk Lori Oliver announces the jury that had been summoned for today, Monday, May 11 for the 273rd District Court, Honorable Charles R. Mitchell, presiding has been cancelled due to the scheduled cases being resolved or passed. Anyone receiving a summons for that day is released from jury service until they receive a future summons.

Center City Council to have meeting today

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The Center City Council will have a regular meeting at 5 p.m. this afternoon, and among the agenda items for discussion and possible action will be approving a reserve officer for the police department, approve appointment of board members to the Planning & Zoning Commission, and consider entering executive session concerning property at 305 Nacogdoches Street and legal consultation with the city attorney and discussion of pending litigation, personnel matters and land acquisition.

Center home destroyed by fire Sunday

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Center Fireman responded to a house fire off Loop 500 on County Road 2235 just after noon Sunday.

The wood frame and brick home belonging to Mary Cartwright was a total loss.

Fireman arrived to find the house fully involved in flames.

The cause of the fire is not known. Ms. Cartwright was reportedly out of town.

Tenaha City Council meets today

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The Tenaha City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. this afternoon and among the agenda items for discussion and action includes a resolution to authorize change of signatures on all city account at First National Bank of Hughes Springs and repair or replace the air conditioning system in the city marshal's office.

Newton County Judge dies when tree falls on him

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According to KJAS Radio in Jasper, Newton County Judge Ronnie W. Boyett had died from injuries he received when a tree reportedly fell on him Saturday afternoon.

It’s reported the 66-year old Boyett was cutting trees on his property when the incident took place.

He was taken by ambulance to a Jasper hospital where he was pronounced dead shortly after arriving before 6 p.m.

Boyett was elected in 2014, and took office on Jan. 1.

"Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest" underway for annual Sheriff's Posse Rodeo

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With the 62nd Shelby County Sheriff's Posse Pro Rodeo coming to Center on June 5 & 6, the sheriff's posse is encouraging businesses to "Cowboy Up" their store fronts.

You're asked to deck your business store front out in full western flair. Sheriff's Posse Chairman Boo Klein says it helps to add extra excitement to the event and grabs the attention of visitors to the community. Business will be judged by members of the community, and the judging will take place on Thursday, June 4th.

Storefronts will be judged on originality, color, and characteristics. First Place pays out $250 plus 8 rodeo tickets; second place pays out $150 plus 4 rodeo tickets. There is no entry fee to participate in the contest.

If you would like to enter the Cowboy Up Your Storefront Contest, please stop by Center Broadcasting Company offices at 307 San Augustine Street in Center to pick up your required entry form, or visit us our website at cbc-radio.com.

For more information contact Boo Klein at 936-590-0661.

Forms must be turned in to Center Broadcasting, 307 San Augustine Street in Center on or before May 25th.

Each business will be issued a number upon returning the completed entry form.

Winners will be judged on Thursday, June 4^th, and announced on Fri. morning on the KQBB 100.5 and KDET 930AM; and at rodeo.

Center Lion Club's annual BBQ set for Thursday

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The Center Lions Club is having a BBQ Chicken dinner, Thursday, May 14 on the downtown Center Square. Plates are $7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

All proceeds will be used for helping the Texas Lions Camp for Disabled Children.

For more information, contact any Lions Club member or Richard Prince at 590-2771.

Buy now or stop by the Center Square on May 14.

Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce BBQ Cook-Off / Dance / Bike Rally / Kite Flying Contest set for May 15-16

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The Timpson Area Chamber of Commerce's 2015 Annual BBQ Cook-Off & Bike Rally will be held this Friday May 15th & Saturday May16th at Frontier RV Park and Storage, located just South of Timpson on US Hwy 59.

Friday night will be the BBQ Dance from 8 PM - 10 PM with free admission with live entertainment from Curtis Daniels.

Saturday, gates will open at 10:30 AM to the public.

There will be $2,600 in cash prizes for cooking teams. Grand Champion will receive $500, with the following winners in each category; 1st Place $400, 2nd Place $200, & 3rd Place $100. Categories are Beef, Pork and Chicken. The Baked Beans Contest is a $15 buy in and winner takes all.

There will also be entertainment throughout the day, Arts & Craft vendors, Pie walk, plenty of food for tasting available to the public and a Motorcycle Rally. Barrel Train will return for children to ride all over park.

This year will feature a Kite Flying Contest, sponsored by Timpson Tamco. Trophies will be awarded for Smallest Kite, Largest Kite, Most Colorful Kite, Best Homemade Kite and Highest Kite Flown.

Saturday Admission is $10 for adults. Children under 12 are free.

For more or to register as a team or vendor contact Paul Smith @ 936-254-3161 or Dustin Norris @ 936-332-2976.

CHS Theatre Department's "Centerstage" set for tonight

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The 21st Annual Centerstage: An Evening of Music and Improv will be Monday, May 11 at 6:30 pm at the CHS auditorium.

The evening features an original sketch musical composed and performed by all 75 members of the Theatre Department from 1st year to 4th year students followed by improv comedy performances from each class based on audience suggestion.

The theatre will open at 5:45 with the curtain opening at 6:30.

Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for students.

Proceeds benefit the department.

Logansport's annual River City Fest set for this week

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The 32nd Annual Logansport River City Fest is May 15, 16, & 17^th. Theme for this year’s event is “It’s a Southern Thang”.

There will be a carnival, food booths, arts & crafts, treasure hunt and entertainment throughout.

A fireworks show will be held at 8 p.m. Friday.

Parade is at 11 a.m. Saturday and if you own classic cars, they need you there. There will also be a blood drive from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Saturday.

Sunday’s activities include the Pet Parade at 2 p.m. and River City Fest Duck Derby at 4 p.m.

Funeral Notices: 05/11/15

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Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 66-year old Jerry Rudd, he passed away Saturday in Nacogdoches. Service will be at 2 p.m. this afternoon at Watson & Sons Chapel. Visitation will be prior to service beginning at 1 p.m. Survivors will be release later.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home of San Augustine announces 91-year old Kenneth Skillern passed away last Friday in San Augustine. A service will be announced at a later day, he was cremated. He retired after 45 years as a project engineer with Brown & Root. Among Kenneth Skillern’s survivors is a son, Fred & Kathy Skillern of Houston; and sister, Wilma Graham of Tyler.

Wyman Roberts Funeral Home announces service for Robert "Bob" Weberg of Lufkin. He passed away Friday at his residence. Service will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. til service time Friday at Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. He worked as a truck driver. Among Robert "Bob" Weberg's survivors are daughters, Danielle Weberg & husband, Duglas Hightower of Lufkin and Sandra Smith of Lufkin; son, Robert & Katrina Weberg of Kingwood; and brother, William Foster of Mississippi.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING ISSUED UNTIL 4:30 A.M.

Posted About Nine Years Ago

BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SHREVEPORT LA

331 AM CDT MON MAY 11 2015

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SHREVEPORT HAS ISSUED A

* SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR...

CADDO PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...

WESTERN DE SOTO PARISH IN NORTHWESTERN LOUISIANA...

EASTERN RUSK COUNTY IN NORTHEASTERN TEXAS...

SOUTHERN HARRISON COUNTY IN NORTHEASTERN TEXAS...

NORTHWESTERN NACOGDOCHES COUNTY IN EASTERN TEXAS...

NORTHERN SHELBY COUNTY IN EASTERN TEXAS...

PANOLA COUNTY IN NORTHEASTERN TEXAS...

* UNTIL 430 AM CDT

* AT 331 AM CDT...SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS WERE LOCATED ALONG A LINE

EXTENDING FROM NEAR HALLSVILLE TO NEAR BECKVILLE TO 8 MILES SOUTH

OF MINDEN...MOVING EAST AT 45 MPH.

HAZARD...60 MPH WIND GUSTS.

SOURCE...RADAR INDICATED. WINDS IN EXCESS OF 60 MPH...AND TREES

HAVE BEEN BLOWN DOWN ACROSS RUSK COUNTY.

IMPACT...EXPECT DAMAGE TO ROOFS...SIDING AND TREES.

* SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS WILL BE NEAR...

CARTHAGE AROUND 335 AM CDT.

MARSHALL...GARRISON AND DEBERRY AROUND 345 AM CDT.

TIMPSON AND ELYSIAN FIELDS AROUND 350 AM CDT.

WASKOM AROUND 400 AM CDT.

GREENWOOD AND TENAHA AROUND 405 AM CDT.

STONEWALL AND MOORINGSPORT AROUND 415 AM CDT.

BLANCHARD AROUND 420 AM CDT.

SHREVEPORT...LOGANSPORT AND JOAQUIN AROUND 425 AM CDT.

OTHER LOCATIONS IMPACTED BY THESE SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS INCLUDE

BETHANY...DIXIE...FRONT...WOODS...KEAT CHIE...CUSHING...LILBERT...

LOONEYVILLE...PAXTON AND GARY CITY.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A TORNADO WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE WARNED AREA. TORNADOES CAN

DEVELOP QUICKLY FROM SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS. ALTHOUGH A TORNADO IS NOT

IMMEDIATELY LIKELY...IF ONE IS SPOTTED...ACT QUICKLY AND MOVE TO A

PLACE OF SAFETY INSIDE A STURDY STRUCTURE...SUCH AS A BASEMENT OR

SMALL INTERIOR ROOM.

FOR YOUR PROTECTION MOVE TO AN INTERIOR ROOM ON THE LOWEST FLOOR OF A

BUILDING.

&&

A TORNADO WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 500 AM CDT FOR NORTHWESTERN

LOUISIANA AND NORTHEASTERN TEXAS.

Funeral Notice: Jerry Rudd

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Jerry Rudd, 66, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015 in Nacogdoches.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, May 11, 2015 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home in Center with Tim Perkins officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Mr. Rudd was born November 25, 1948 in Center to Pershing Rudd and Alene Cook Rudd. He was a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, where he served as Chaplain of Captain Jesse Amason Camp #282. Mr. Rudd was of the Church of Christ faith.

Additional service information and survivors to follow.

Weather Update @ 8:30 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

The storms are already firing up this morning with movement still very slow to the East.

They are training to the Northeast at 30 miles per hour and there is a lot of flooding, frequent dangerous lightning and high winds associated with the storms this morning.

Severe T-storms and large hail is being predicted.

As the daytime heating occurs, it is anticipated that the storms will turn ugly with long duration, multi vortex tornadoes. These are not expected in our area today. With the highly charged air this could change on very short notice. Stay tuned to your favorite weather sources throughout the day. Particularly on Monday and Tuesday due to the Eastward movement.

Looking at the map, I do see a line of widely scattered, light rain showers forming to our Southwest in the Huntsville, Livingston, and Jasper areas. Movement of those is to the Northeast also and could pass thru our area.

The National Weather Service has not posted a briefing for today, but with all the flooding and possibilities with the Dallas arrea storms movement toward the ArkLaTex region I do think they will schedule a briefing.

Tom JohnsonKTXSANAU6

Shelby County Bass Anglers' Casting Contest Winners - 11-15 year old division

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The winners in the 11-15 year old division of the Shelby County Bass Anglers'

Casting Contest during the 37th annual Take a Kid Fishing Bream Tournament

May 9 at Huxley Bay Marina include (left to right) Cody Hanlon, first place, 12",

Austin Williford, second place, 15", and Caleb Rawlinson, third, 21". (Photo by

Allyson Broadway)

Shelby County Bass Anglers' Casting Contest Winners - 6-10 year old division

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Winners in the 6-10 year old division of the Shelby County Bass Anglers' Casting

Contest held at the annual Take a Kid Fishing Tournament May 9 were (left to right)

tie for first place, bullseye, Emma Sims and Levi Stevens, and Zachary Patero, 10",

tied, but not pictured, Yakira Rogers. Not pictured, Joshua Blue, second place, 4".

(Photo by Allyson Broadway

Shelby County Bass Anglers' Casting Contest Winners - 3-5 year old division

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Winners of The Shelby County Bass Anglers' Casting Contest during the Take a

Kid Fishing Tournament May 9 in the 3-5 year old division were (left) Fisher Bright,

10", and LaDiamond Robinson, 12", not pictured, Kaylie Jaensomme, 13". (Photo

by Allyson Broadway)

37th annual Take a Kid Fishing Tournament - 11-15 year old division

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Winners in the 11-15 year old division at the 37th annual Center Broadcasting-

Shelby County Bass Anglers' Bream Fishing Tournament May 9 at Huxley Bay Ma-

rina on Toledo Bend were (left to right) Jalandon Stansberry, Heaviest String

(2.44 lbs.), Sydney Haley, Smallest Fish by Length (.01"), tied, not pictured,

Keaton Burns, and Sidney Leach, Largest Single Bream (.52 oz) (Photo by

Allyson Broadway)

37th annual Take a Kid Fishing Tournament 6-10 year old division winners

Posted About Nine Years Ago

37th annual Take a Kid Fishing Bream Tournament 6-10 year old division winners

- (left to right) Caitlynn White, Smallest Fish by Length (2.5"), also tied, but not

pictured, Stormy Meyers, Preslee Sims, Dijake Parks and Jarren Neal, and Levi Porter,

Largest Single Bream (.53 oz) and Heaviest String (2.58 lbs.) (Photo by Allyson Broadway)

37th annual Take a Kid Fishing Tournament - 3-5 year old division winners

Posted About Nine Years Ago

3-5 year old division - winners (left to right) Landry Balkcom, Largest Single Bream (.63) & Heaviest String (2.39 lbs.), tied for Smallest Fish by Length Kylee White and Naomi Meyers (2.5 inches). (Photo by Allyson Broadway)

37 annual Take a Kid Fishing Tournament - Overall Heaviest Stringer

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Levi Porter took Overall Heaviest Stringer (2.58 lbs.) at the Take a Kid Fishing Tournament May 9 at Huxley Bay Marina. He also had the Largest Single Bream and Heaviest Stringer in the 6-10 year old division. Levi also received a $50 gift card from the Shelby County Bass Anglers in memory of Kenneth Fulsom. (Photo by Allyson Broadway)

37th annual Take A Kid Fishing Tournament - Overall Largest Single Bream

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Landry Balkcom was the big winner of the 37th annual Center Broadcasting-

Shelby County Bass Anglers' Take a Kid Fishing Bream Tournament May 9 on Tole-

do Bend. She had the Overall Largest Single Bream of the tourney (.63), Largest Single

Bream and Largest String in her age division. She also received a $100 gift card from

the Shelby County Bass Anglers in memory of Kenneth Fulsom. (Photo by Allyson Broadway)

School board & city election results for May 9

Posted About Nine Years Ago

May 9 School and City Election Results

Joaquin ISD elect 2

Ronnie Belrose (i) 170

Thomas Harvey 289

Jay Wilson 152

Maggie Bowden 135

Joaquin City Mayor

Bill Baker 58

Pat Gray 52

Joaquin City Council 2 spots

LeeVern Stotts Gilliam (i) 46

Mike Atkinson (i) 69

Joe Long 55

Tenaha ISD 3 positions

Bo Morris (i) 87

Robert Barton (i) 119

Joe Anderson 153

David Fallin 159

Korey McClure 89

Tenaha City Council elect 3

Larry Terry (i) 53

Claudine Howard (i) 56

Michael Baker (i) 96

Natalie Harris 94

Timpson ISD 3 positions

Dannie Hunt (i) 140

Carlos Johnson 136

Linda Frazier Todd 77

Jim Rader 164

Timpson City Council elect 3

Kyle Allen (i) 95

Janell Baker (i) 80

George Grace (i) 76

Kenny Walker 77

Linda Hancock 74

Shelbyville ISD elect 2

Joe Tom Schillings (i) 155

Etola Jones (i) 151

Chris Koltonski 97

Brad Hinton 74

Latashia Thompson 75

Clint Norton 34

Garrison ISD elect 2

Bart Reneau 142

Wes Chandler 84

Matt Barrett 41

Garrison ISD 2-year unexpired, elect one

Bradley Davis 35

Lane Barton 122

UPDATE: Local Sports Round Up 05/09/15; Riders & Rams capture bi-district championships, Lady Rams headed to region quarterfinal round

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Center Baseball Roughriders capture the Class 4A bi-district championship with a 5-1 win in Huntington Saturday. The Riders move on to the area round of the state playoffs where they'll meet Grosbeck (sweep China Springs, 10-7, 1-0). Center defeated Huntington in Game 1, 10-2 on Friday.

The Joaquin Rams get a 7-6 win in Game 2 of a best-of-three bi-dist. baseball series against Broaddus Saturday to sweep the state-ranked Bulldogs and advance to the area round next week and play state-ranked Centerville. Joaquin won Game 1 on Friday, 5-2.

The Joaquin Lady Rams are area champions after a 13-3 win in Game 3 of their bi-district softball series with Groveton Saturday. Sophomore Darby Hughes added to the assault with a home run in the six-inn ing game. Joaquin takes the series, 2-1. Groveton won Game 2 Saturday, 4-6 to send it to a third game. The Lady Rams won Game 1, 5-2 Friday. Joaquin advances to the region quarterfinal to play Cushing.

The Shelbyville Lady Dragons had their season end at home Friday night as Cushing grabs an 8-0 victory to sweep the Class 2A area round softball home-and-home series in two games. Cushing took Game 1 Thursday, 2-1.

In search of the oldest & youngest World War II Veteran in Shelby County

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Larry Hume, VFW Post 8904 Quartermaster

I'm trying to find out who is the oldest and youngest living World War II veterans in the county. If you have one in your family or know one give me their name and date of birth. Must be living.

Thanks

Larry Hume

VFW Post 8904 Quartermaster

CMSgt, USAF (Retired)

Vietnam Veteran 1966 - 1967

chief@chiefimaging.com <mailto:chief@chiefimaging.com>

936.598.2976

"VFW - No One Does More For Veterans"

http://www.facebook.com/vfw8904

Local Sports Round Up 05/09/15; Riders win Game 1, on to Huntington today, Rams, Lady Rams get wins, Lady Dragons fall short

Posted About Nine Years Ago

LOCAL SPORTS ROUND UP 05/09/15

The Center Roughriders are a win away from advancing to the area round of Class 4A state baseball playoffs after a 10-2, Game 1 win over Huntington at Roughrider Field Friday night. Center goes to Huntington for a scheduled 1 p.m. start today. If necessary, a decisive Game 3 would be played 30 minutes upon completion of Game 2. The winner of Center/Huntington will play the Grosbeck/China Springs winner in area next week. Grosbeck is up 1-0 in their best-of series, with Game 2 at 1:30 p.m. in Grosbeck today.

Center Broadcasting will have Rider Baseball throughout the state playoffs on Q100, KQBB with as Don Wall has the call. You can also download the free Tune-In radio app for your Android or I-Phone and listen anywhere.

The Shelbyville Lady Dragons had their season end at home last night as Cushing grabs an 8-0 victory to sweep the Class 2A area round softball home-and-home series in two games. Cushing took Game 1 Thursday, 2-1.

Meanwhile, the Joaquin Lady Rams are a win away from advancing to the Class 2A region quarter-final round of the state softball playoffs after they win the opening game of their best-of-three over Groveton, 5-2 at Central Heights Friday night. Game 2 will be at noon today in Central Heights. The winner will meet Cushing in the region quarterfinal round next week.

The Joaquin Rams can clinch the Class 2A bi-district baseball round with a win today in Game 2 of their best-of-three against Broaddus. The Rams win Game 1, 5-2 Friday night in Gary. Today's Game 2, also in Gary will start at 1 p.m. Game 3, if necessary, would follow also be in Gary. The winner has Centerville in area.

Baseball Bi-District Round Friday Results
CLASS 4A REGION III
Center 10, Huntington 2 (Center leads series, 1-0)
Lufkin Hudson 2, Rusk 0 (Hudson leads series, 1-0)
Carthage 2, Diboll 1 (Carthage leads series, 1-0)
Jasper 2, Tatum 1
Jasper 8, Tatum 1 (Jasper wins series, 2-0)

CLASS 3A REGION III
Elkhart 6, Hemphill 5 (Elkhart leads series, 1-0)
Crockett 5, Garrison 2 (Crockett leads series, 1-0)
Nacogdoches Central Heights 12, Buffalo 0 (Central Heights leads series, 1-0)

CLASS 2A REGION III
Broaddus 2, Joaquin 5
Cushing 10, Lovelady 1 (Cushing wins series, 2-0)
Gary 11, Colmesneil 8 (Series tied, 1-1)
Grapeland 11, Groveton 5 (Grapeland leads series, 1-0)

Softball Area Round Friday Results

CLASS 4A REGION III
Carthage 7, Groesbeck 1 (Carthage leads series, 1-0)

CLASS 3A REGION III
Franklin 6, Sabine 4 (Franklin leads series, 1-0)
Pollok Central 4, Kirbyville 0 (Central leads series, 1-0)
Woodville 2, Danbury 1 (Woodville leads series, 1-0)

CLASS 2A REGION III
Groveton 2, Joaquin 5
Cushing 8, Shelbyville 0
Beckville 11, Simms Bowie 1 (Beckville leads series, 1-0)
Cayuga 7, Avery 6 (Cayuga leads series, 1-0)
Zavalla vs. Alto
Grapeland 2, Colmesneil 0 (Grapeland leads series, 1-0)

Center City Council to meet Monday afternoon (agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Center City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, May 11, 2015 at 5pm in the Council Room at City Hall. The following items are on the agenda for approptiate action:

1. Welcome guest and visitors.
2. Approval of Minutes fo the Regular Meeting on April 27, 2015.
3. Consider Discussion and possible action on the following:

A. Approved Police department reserve officer.
B. Appointments:

1. Approve Board Meeting - Planning and Zoning Commission

4. Workshop on Financial Report and Preliminary Budget Discussion.
5. Items of interest from Council and City Manager, Citzens - No Action Items.
6.Executive Session

1. 305 Nacogdoches Street

Consider entering executives session for legal consultation with the City Attorney and discussion of pending litigation, personnel matters and land acquisition with possible action related thereto upon reconvening in open session in accordance with Local Government CodeSection 551.071, 551.072, and 551.774

7. Adjournment

Lufkin District TxDOT work scheduled for week of May 11

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rhonda Oaks, TXDOT public information officer

LUFKIN - As spring gives way to summer, TxDOT maintenance and construction crews are gearing up for some of the busiest workdays of the year.

New projects are being planned and sealcoating applications will begin that will resurface roadways throughout the district. Motorists should be prepared for delays in construction and maintenance areas and remain alert to slow-moving, stopped traffic or lane closures as they travel the nine-county Lufkin District.
Here are the updates for construction and maintenance for the week of May 11-15:

ANGELINA COUNTY

* Loop 287/US 59: The westbound ramp from Business 59 southbound has been opened which included the closing of Spence Street at US 59 south. Drivers can expect to see the frontage road west of Business 59 to be opened next week, weather permitting. Workers will also continue concrete paving to connect the southbound direct connector to the Moffett overpass area.
* US 59/FM 2021: The construction project in Redland will have workers installing storm sewers along the southbound ramp and removing old concrete pavement to prepare for new paving.
* Loop 287/North Timberland Drive: Construction at the A&NR railroad underpass has begun and contractors are preparing right-of-ways. On Monday, motorists can expect a shift in traffic flow and intermittent lane closures that will last through the week. The closure will have southbound traffic narrowed to a single lane while northbound traffic moves left in a single lane. The change will allow for a safe work zone in both directions. Northbound traffic will transition back where the median begins.
* US 69 South: Workers will continue to resurface the roadway from south of Huntington to the Jasper County line. Beginning in Zavalla, crews will work northward to Huntington and then back southward to Zavalla. Motorists should expect delays and lane closures in both directions. A pilot car will lead motorists through the construction area.
* FM 2680: TxDOT crews will do level-up on the roadway.
* Maintenance crews will be treating with herbicide and patching potholes in various locations.

NACOGDOCHES COUNTY

* US 59/Loop 224: Contractor crews will complete the remaining seal coat and place final stripes and pavement markers. Workers will also be upgrading guardrails.
* Loop 224: Between Mockingbird and the US 59/Loop 224 intersection, contractors are working to widen the westbound entrance ramp. Low profile concrete traffic barriers are being placed at the intersection of South Street and the westbound entrance ramp. Motorists can expect workers to be laying hot mix in the new widening along Loop 224 in the center median as well as placing topsoil and seeding. Traffic barricades on the Loop 224/ US 59 bridge west to Old Lufkin Road will be relocated to the eastbound exit ramp for US 59 South. A fast track pavement will be formed along the westbound entrance ramp for US 59 northbound near the corner of the ramp and South Street.
* Yseleta Creek: Work is near completion and contractor crews are working to establish strong vegetation.
* Loop 224: Motorists can expect workers to be installing pipes and cross-drainage structures along the highway from SH 7 to US 59 South.
* FM 3314: Contractors will work on cross-drainage structures and work to widen the surface width.
* Maintenance crews will work throughout the week to level up FM 1638 between US 59 and FM 698. Other work will include a small base repair along FM 1275.

HOUSTON COUNTY:

* US 287: Motorists traveling from Crockett to the Trinity County line will find workers adding safety treatments at driveways and streets. Most of the work is being done in the right-of-way, but drivers should expect intermittent lane closures in the area.
* SH 7: Workers will be installing culverts to improve drainage between FM 232 and Kennard. They will also be trimming trees and stockpiling gravel for future use. Drivers should expect lane closures in both directions with a pilot car guiding one lane of traffic through the work area. Crews will also be working along the roadway to Kennard to widen cross-drainage structures so material can be hauled in to begin adding shoulders and passing lanes.
* SH 19 South: Workers will be doing base repairs.
* FM 228 and FM 2663: Maintenance workers will be repairing and cleaning ditches.
* FM 2915: Crews will be working to rehabilitate the roadway.

SABINE COUNTY

* FM 1751: Crews will be leveling along the roadway throughout the week. Motorists should expect delays in the area. Pipes and cross-drainage structures will also be placed.
* FM 1: Installation of a flashing beacon at the railroad underpass.
* FM 1592, FM 2261 and FM 3184: Work on driveways and bridge railings will continue.

SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY

* SH 103: Maintenance crews will be working at various locations to add base and level up on roadways and continue storm cleanup from recent weeks.
* SH 21: Construction continues on intersection improvements at the intersection of US 96.
* Crews will set project barricades and signs to being sealcoating in various locations.

SHELBY COUNTY

* FM 138: Workers will be busy with base repairs.
* US 84: Crews will complete the final striping from the Rusk County line to US 59 in Timpson.
* US 84: At the Sabine River, crews will begin hanging deck panels on the new eastbound bridge with beams soon thereafter. In Logansport, work will continue on storm sewer and other drainage structures and subgrade stabilization.
* FM 139: Safety treating fixed objects at Tenaha Bayou and driveway work throughout the project.
* Crews will set project barricades and signs in various locations to begin sealcoating.
* Loop 500: Surface mix applications, backfilling pavement edges and striping.
* FM 699 and FM 2468: Preparation in order to place new stop signs.
* Herbicide treatments in various locations.

TRINITY COUNTY

* SH 94: Crews will be working between Trinity and Groveton and from Groveton to the Angelina County line applying safety treatments to driveways and connecting streets. Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures during work hours.
* Set project barricades and signs to begin sealcoating in various locations.

POLK COUNTY

* US 287: Safety treating objects and concrete construction on cross-drainage structures.
* US 59: Patching base failures at various locations, rehabilitating road shoulders and striping, weather permitting. Motorists should expect alternate lane closures.
* SH 146: Micro-surfacing and striping in various areas.
* Crews will set barricades in various locations to begin seal-coating.

SAN JACINTO COUNTY

* US 59/FM 2914: Crews will move concrete barriers, begin pouring concrete for bridge caps and continue to haul embankment materials. Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures in the northbound lanes of US 59 through the week.
* US 287/FM 946: Construction crews will pour concrete headwalls and wing walls on cross structures.
* Set project barricades and signs in various locations to begin sealcoating.

Chatter from the Chamber-San Augustine upcoming events 05/08/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tasha Byrd, SA Chamber executive director

Hello Chamber Friends!

It's Friday!!! We hope you've had a great week and enjoyed all the
festivities last weekend (i.e. Heritage Festival, Junk in Trunk, Sale on
the Trail, and Farmer's Market.
Farmer's Market will be open every Saturday morning on the south side of
Courthouse square.

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Don't Forget...

*Relay for Life*
*Tonight, May 8*
*7pm- High School*
*Support our Heroes...Walk a Mile or More!!!*

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VFW Post 9313 proudly presents a Custom Built (by Ag students) BBQ Pit and
Grill Raffle

Drawing will be held during the Sassafras Festival in October. Contact
Roger Holt... 936-275-6844 or Lee Jarvis...936-288-3722 for more
information.
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*Next Membership Meeting:*
Tuesday, May 19~ Noon~ Log Cabin
"Celebrating Education"
Our Jr Chamber will conduct the meeting- Come and Support our Youth!!!
Caterer: Jackson Hill Marina
Speaker: Dr. Larry Phillips (Angelina College)

Have a Great Weekend!

Ag News: The Farm Pond

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Lane Dunn, Shelby County extension agent for agriculture and nat

It seems that every rural or “nearly-rural” landowner wants their own farm pond for the kids to fish in, livestock to drink from, and just its natural beauty. Ponds certainly add beauty, function, and value to one’s property.

Keeping ponds healthy and useful is possible through following a good management program. Good management includes controlling weeds, harvesting fish in appropriate numbers and sizes, and keeping ponds stocked at recommended rates.

If fishing is your main concern, stock only with fish from reliable fish hatcheries. This can greatly reduce some of the common problems that can occur naturally. Contact your favorite, local feed store and ask about the schedule and pricing for the fish hatchery that delivers at their store.

Fishing experiences can be enhanced by creating fish attractors, such as shelter, in strategic locations in ponds. The easiest option is to sink a fallen tree. Shelters provide spawning areas and harbor invertebrates and insects that small fish feed on. They also serve as areas where prey fish can hide from predators.

Estimating the number of fish in your pond is a difficult proposition. Unlike counting livestock in the pasture, you can’t see the fish. But a great way to estimate population density is to study the condition of fish caught. Thin, diseased fish or lots of small fish that never reach a desired size are good indicators of overpopulation.

What can you do to remedy an overpopulated pond is simply to go fishing more and, once caught, don’t throw them all back! IF you have seriously over populated pond, your best option may be to harvest so many fish that a fish-fry for your family and neighbors is possible.

Water clarity is very important with many pond owners more so to landowners than the fish are concerned. Having a clear pond may be more visually appearing to the landowner, but fish, especially catfish, can get around just fine in muddy conditions.

To clear up muddy pond water, the simple solution is to add gypsum. The easiest was to do this is to buy 100 to 200 pounds at a time and add to the pond every week. Continue to do so until the water reaches a clear state.

Keep in mind that when you increase water clarity in your pond, you will have more vegetation in the pond as more sunlight reaches the bottom, encouraging the seeds aquatic vegetation to sprout. Weeds are not your enemy. Some aquatic vegetation is beneficial and enhances the pond’s ecosystem. Too much vegetation can be unsightly and cause stress on the fish population. To control aquatic weeds it’s very important to properly identify the weed so you can select the proper control method.

Lastly, test your pH and total alkalinity every few years. Our office offers this service free of charge. East Texas farm ponds can develop acidic water. While correctable with the addition of ag lime, it is imperative that only ag lime be added so that the water can change slowly over time.

Never use hydrated lime, pickling lime, pelletized lime and other quick liming agents will kill fish as they rapidly change water conditions. One way to make sure is to buy it in bulk and stay away from the bagged lime for use in your pond.

Lane Dunn is the County Extension Agent for agriculture and natural resources for Shelby County. His email address is jldunn@ag.tamu.edu.

Educational programs of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, or national origin.

Center Crime Stoppers seeks info on home burglaries Friday morning

Posted About Nine Years Ago by DJ Dickerson, SCSO Criminal Investigation Division Sergeant

Shelby County Sheriff Willis Blackwell reports that on Friday, May 08th, 2015 between the hours of 0900am and 1000am, unknown suspect(s) forced entry into (2) residences located in the Jericho community on FM 711. Suspect(s) stole firearms, pair of Ostrich boots, a Sentry safe and money.

If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office at 936-598-5600 and ask to speak with Criminal Investigation Division Sergeant DJ Dickerson or Investigator Kevin W. Windham.

Center Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information. Anyone who has information regarding this crime should call Center Crime Stoppers at 936-598-SAFE (7233) or submit a tip online atwww.centercrimestoppers.com. Remember, you don't have to give your name. All calls and cash rewards are completely anonymous. Rewards will only be paid on tips submitted through the Center Crime Stoppers system.

Fourth Suspect Arrested in Harrison County Cattle Theft Case

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Laramie Adams, Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association

MARSHALL, TEXAS – A fourth suspect was arrested on Sunday and charged
with third degree felony theft of livestock after helping three other
suspects steal twelve head of penned yearling cattle from a Harrison County
ranch on Sept. 30, 2014. All four suspects are now under indictment as of
April 30 and were arrested on various dates.

This joint investigation was conducted by Texas and Southwestern Cattle
Raisers Association[2] (TSCRA) Special Ranger Larry Hand and Harrison
County Sheriff’s Investigator BJ Fletcher.

Hand and many local authorities have been working on this investigation
since Sept. 30, 2014 and evidentiary leads spanned across 4 counties. The
arrest of the fourth suspect, Alex Christopher Hinton, 34, of Carthage,
Texas, occurred after Hinton’s employer and the alleged suspect’s truck
were located in March 2015. Witnesses had described a flatbed truck to Hand
in October and he was able to locate the suspect’s truck in March with
help from DPS Intelligence. Panola Deputies arrested Hinton after
indictment.  

On Sept. 30, 2014 Stacie Laine Soape, 43; Hinton; Michael Duane Nettles,
31; and Elizabeth Ann Newton, all from Carthage, Texas, stole twelve head
of penned yearlings around midnight from a Harrison County ranch. Soape,
Nettles and Newton then returned to the ranch later that night and stole
saddles and tools.

Seven of the twelve head of cattle have been retrieved and Hinton
allegedly took his share of five head of yearlings from a hidden location
in Panola County on the night of the theft. Three saddles, assorted tack
and numerous power tools and equipment were recovered on Oct. 2, 2014.

“Ear notches were important in locating and identifying the stolen cattle
we have recovered.” said Hand, “However, branding provides a much more
effective way for authorities to retrieve stolen livestock, especially if
they have been taken to an auction or feedlot.” 

TSCRA would like to thank the following for their roles in this lengthy
investigation and indictment: Harrison County Sheriff’s Office Detective
BJ Fletcher; Panola County Sheriff Kevin Lake and his Investigators and
Patrol Deputies; Panola County Constables Mitch Norton and Bryan Murff;
Texas DPS Intelligence and Counterterrorism Division; Louisiana Brand
Investigator Carnie Burcham; Harrison County District Attorney Coke
Solomon and his staff; and TSCRA Market Inspector Pat McGuigan.

Anyone with further information regarding the unaccounted five head of
stolen cattle in this case should contact TSCRA’s Operation Cow Thief[3]
hotline at 888-830-2333 or call Hand at 903-592-5252. A cash reward may be
paid to individuals who can provide useful information leading to the
arrest and indictment of suspect(s). Individuals reporting information may
choose to remain anonymous.

Man with Gun Call Prompts SWAT Response in DeSoto Parish

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Blake Woodward, network administrator, DeSoto Parish Sheriff's O

Sheriff Rodney Arbuckle reports that on May 7, 2015, at about 7:50 p.m., DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office received multiple calls for service in reference to a male subject pointing what appeared to be a gun at passing motorist in the 9000 block of U.S. Highway 84.

Upon arrival, a patrol deputy contacted the subject in question and he was identified as Adam Lilley (W/M - DOB: 01/20/1964) of Mansfield, LA. The deputy attempted to place Mr. Lilley in custody at which time Mr. Lilley began physically resisting the deputy.

An electronic control device, commonly referred to as a Taser, was deployed on Mr. Lilley but was not effective. Due to the distance given to deploy the Taser, Mr. Lilley was able to retreat to his residence and barricade himself inside.

Because of the physical actions as well as verbal statements made by Mr. Lilley, the S.W.A.T. team was activated along with its trained negotiators. After many hours of negotiations attempting to get Mr. Lilley to surrender peacefully, S.W.A.T. deployed a chemical agent,

commonly referred to as tear gas, into the residence.

Mr. Lilley succumbed to the chemical agent and exited the residence where he was taken into
custody without further incident. Following a further investigation into the original complaint, Mr. Lilley was transported to the DeSoto Parish Detention Center and booked on the charges of LA R.S. 14:108.B.(1)(b) Resisting an Officer with Violence and LA R.S. 14:59 Criminal Mischief.

Sheriff Arbuckle is pleased to announce that no one was injured as a result of this incident.

Panola College offers Panola Academy Summer Camp

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education office is offering Panola Academy I and II. These are tutorial camps which meet on Tuesday and Thursday from June 9 – July 30. Camp is from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on the Carthage Campus. The cost of the camp is $75.00 per session and preregistration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email at ce@panola.edu.

Panola College offers Art Adventure Camp

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Donna Yates

The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education office is offering Art Adventure Camp, July 13 – 15, for grades K-4th. Camp is from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on the Carthage Campus. The cost of the camp is $65.00 and preregistration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email at ce@panola.edu.

Tenaha City Council to meet Monday (agenda)

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sheryl R. Clark, Tenaha city secretary

CITY OF TENAHA COUNCIL CALL TO MEETING AGENDA – MAY 11, 2015

If during the course of the meeting, any discussion of items on the Agenda that should be held in executive or closed session, the Council will convene in executive or closed session, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code Section and Texas Revised Civil Statues.

The City Council of Tenaha will meet in regular session on Monday, May 18, 2015 at 5:15 p.m. at the Tenaha Municipal Building located at 238 N. George Bowers Drive, Tenaha, Texas.

Order of Business:

1. Call to order

2. Roll call

3. Prayer

4. Welcome guests

5. Public comments

6. Resolution to authorize change of signatures on all City accounts at the First National Bank of Hughes Springs - ACTION

7. Repair or replace the air conditioning system in the City Marshal’s office – ACTION

8. Council comments

9. Adjourn

Tenaha 2nd graders take field trip to Sci-Port in Shreveport

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

Severe weather expected, TxDOT urges motorist to drive with caution

Posted About Nine Years Ago

AUSTIN – With potentially severe weather in the forecast for most parts of the state, the Texas Department of Transportation reminds drivers to use caution when travelling.

Weather reports indicate severe thunderstorms, hail, strong winds, flash floods and chances for tornadoes are all possible in areas across the state today and into the weekend. As flooding continues to be the leading cause of all weather-related deaths in Texas, TxDOT strongly encourages all drivers to take extra precautions on the road by following these tips:

If water is covering a road, don’t try to cross. As little as six inches of water can float some vehicles.
It is illegal to remove barricades blocking lower water crossings. Penalties can range from $200 to $1,000 and/or two years in jail.
Never try to walk, swim or drive through swift water.
If your vehicle stalls in deep water, leave it and move to higher ground if you can do so safely.
Turn around; don’t drown.

Also, for added security, consider these safe-driving tips at all times when behind the wheel:

Wear seat belt
Put phone away
Slow down; drive to conditions
Never drive drunk
Obey all traffic laws

Road conditions and traffic updates are available at DriveTexas.org or on Facebook and Twitter.

Garage sale being held to benefit extension education association/XYZ Homemaker's Club

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Jheri-Lynn McSwain, Family and Consumer Sciences County Agent

The Texas Extension Education Association, XYZ Homemaker's Club will host a garage sale Friday, May 8th and Saturday, May 9th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 223 FM 2788. Proceeds will benefit the members trip to state conference this fall.

U.S. Postal Service's "Stamp Out" food drive set for Saturday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

The U.S. Postal Service is having their annual Food Drive "Stamp Out Hunger" this Saturday, May 9. According to Patsy Carl of Helping Hands Outreach, you're asked to place non-perishable canned goods on your mailbox and your mail carrier will pick them up. The canned goods will help feed local Shelby County residents by distributions through Shelby County Outreach Ministries' Helping Hands Outreach Center. Your support is greatly appreciated!

Nacogdoches businessman still interested in purchasing Hotel Fredonia

Posted About Nine Years Ago

A Nacogdoches businessman says he's still interested in buying Hotel Fredonia. Richard DeWitt is reportedly still conducting due-diligence and said he should decide by the end of June whether to close on the property.

Texas State Bank wrapped up foreclosure proceedings on Hotel Fredonia in December, securing three liens on the property and inventory for more than $2.2 million.

More than $4 million is owned on the property.

Former owner Susan Reents closed the property in November 2013.

There is a bill in the Legislature that would allow DeWitt to use hotel occupancy tax revenue to renovate the property. The House approved the bill, which was sponsored by Rep. Travis Clardy, and it remains in the Senate Committee on Business & Commerce.

City management has said they can make it work without legislation, but it would be easier with the bill.

DeWitt's other properties include Clear Springs and Auntie Pasta's.

School board, city council elections set for Saturday

Posted About Nine Years Ago

School board and city council elections will take place tomorrow, Saturday, May 9 for a number of school districts and municipalities. Elections will be held for the Joaquin, Tenaha, Timpson, Shelbyville and Garrison school districts, and in the Cities of Joaquin, Tenaha, Timpson and Garrison. All polling locations are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Center Broadcasting has posted Saturday's voting locations and a list of each race’s candidates on our website at cbc-radio.com. Just look on the homepage.

Joaquin ISD-Joaquin ISD Administration Office & Huxley Vol. Fire Dept.

Electing 2 trustees

City of Joaquin-Joaquin ISD Administration Office

Mayor & 2 at-large council members to be elected

Tenaha ISD-Administration Office

Electing 3 trustees

City of Tenaha-TISD Administration Office

Three council members to be elected

Timpson ISD-Gym Foyer

Election for 3 trustees

City of Timpson-TISD Gym Foyer

Three council members to be elected

Shelbyville ISD-Administration Office

Electing 2 trustees

Garrison ISD-Garrison City Hall

Two trustees & a special election to fill an unexpired two-year term

City of Garrison-Garrison City Hall

Two council members to be elected

Remember, you must have a photo ID in order to vote.

Results will be posted on the Center Broadcasting Co. Website and Facebook

Contested Races:

In the Joaquin ISD Trustee election there are four vying for two positions, including incumbent Ronnie Belrose, and challengers Thomas Harvey, Jay Wilson and Maggie Bowden.

For the City of Joaquin, the council race has three running for two spots, they are incumbent council members LeeVern Stotts Gilliam and Mike Atkinson, and challenger Joe Long.

Two current Joaquin Council members are running for mayor, Bill Baker and Pat Gray.

The Tenaha ISD board race has five running for three spots. They include Bo Morris and Robert Barton, both incumbents, and challengers Joe Anderson, David Fallin and Korey McClure.

In the City of Tenaha Council race four are running for three available spots. They include all three incumbents, Larry Terry, Claudine Howard and Michael Baker, and challenger Natalie Harris.

For the Timpson ISD board, four are running for three position Dannie Hunt (incumbent), Carlos Johnson, Linda Frazier Todd and Jim Rader.

Timpson City Council there are five vying for three positions. All three incumbents, Kyle Allen, Janell Baker and George Grace are seeking re-election with a challenge from Kenny Walker and Linda Hancock.

The Shelbyville ISD board of trustees has six running for two positions. Incumbents Joe Tom Schillings and Etola Jones are challenged by Chris Koltonski, Brad Hinton, Latashia Thompson and Clint Norton.

The Garrison ISD has two regular trustee positions to fill with Bart Reneau, Wes Chandler and Matt Barrett running.

Also, Garrison ISD is filling a two-year unexpired term with Bradley Davis and Lane Barton running to fill the term left vacant by the death of Perry Honea.

Garrison City Council has two council seats to fill with Nichole Todd, Hope Hallmark and Samantha Douglas VanPelt running.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/07/15--05/08/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Arrest Report

5/07/15—5/08/15

Shelby County:

Stacey Burford, 43, Nacogdoches, Driving While Intoxicated

James Sandstrum, 48, Center, Driving While Intoxicated-3^rd of More

Eric Polk, 24, Shelbyville, Driving While Intoxicated with Blood Alcohol Content more than .15, speeding, Warrant-Failure to Appear, Original Charge: Speeding

Julie McMahon, 26, Center, Theft of Property

Maggie Vaughn, 24, Center, Theft of Property

Adam Pleasant, 29, Center, Driving While License Invalid with Previous Conviction, Possession of a Controlled Substance & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

San Augustine County:

Cecil Boyd Shiver, Jr., 36, Huntington, Accident Involving Damage to Vehicle greater than $200.

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Local Sports Round Up 05/08/15; Lady Dragons on verge of elimination after loss, Riders host Huntington in first-round game tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Softball

The Shelbyville Lady Dragons are facing elimination from the state playoffs after a 2-1 loss to Cushing in Game 1 of a best-of-three area round series last night. The game was moved to Nacogdoches due to rain in Cushing. Game 2 will be at 6 p.m. tonight in Shelbyville. Game 3, if necessary, would be in Cushing at 2 p.m. Saturday. According to head coach Vance Vickers, the Lady Dragons scored their only run in the top of the 7^th. Bailey Rabalais (Rab uh lay) doubled to right center gap and Kamaryn Smith knocked her in with a triple to the right center gap. Shelbyville would strand Smith on 3^rd to end the game. Caleigh Sparks gave up 2 unearned runs on 3 hits.

The Joaquin Lady Rams’ playoff series against Groveton will get started at Central Heights tonight. Game 1 has a first pitch at 6:30 p.m. Game 2 is at noon Saturday, and if necessary, Game 3 would be played 30 minutes after completion of Game 2 Saturday.

The winners of both area series will meet in the region quarterfinal round next week.

The Garrison Lady Bulldogs are in a one-game Class 3A, Region III area championship game versus East Bernard at 7 p.m. tonight at Sam Houston State in Huntsville.

Baseball

The #12 state ranked Center Roughriders take on Huntington in a best-of-three home-and-home Class 4A bi-district series starting at 7 p.m. tonight at Roughrider Field. The Riders took the Dist. 19-4A championship (10-2), while Huntington enters the playoffs going 0-9 in Dist. 20-2A, finishing in last place in a four-team district. The Red Devils were outscored 33-2 in the final five games of the season. Game 2 of the first-round series will be in Huntington at 1 p.m. Saturday. Game 3, if necessary, would follow Game 2 in Huntington. The winner will take on the Grosbeck/China Springs winner in the area round next week. In Game 1 of their bi-district series last night, Grosbeck rallies to take a 10-7 win over China Springs in extra innings. Game 2 in Grosbeck tonight.

Center Broadcasting will have Rider playoff action on Q100 KQBB throughout the state playoffs as Don Wall has the call.

The Joaquin Rams begin a Class 2A bi-district best of series against state-ranked Broaddus tonight in Gary. Action starts at 6 pm; Game 2 at 1 pm Saturday; Game 3 if needed 30 min after game 2. The winner has state-ranked Centerville in area next week.

Gary is on the verge of elimination as state-ranked Colmesneil gets a 7-1 last night in Game 1 of their bi-district series in Gary. Game 2 is at 7 p.m. tonight in Colmesneil, and Game 3, if necessary at 2 p.m. Saturday in Douglass, if necessary. The winner has No. 1 Douglass in area.

In Class 3A, No. 1 Central Heights, the Garrison Bulldogs and Hemphill Hornets will enter the state playoffs tonight.

W22 Central Heights (20-1-1) vs F21 Buffalo (17-7)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Tyler Chapel Hill, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Driller Park (Kilgore), 12:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

R22 Garrison (12-8) vs T21 Crockett (12-8-3)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Palestine High, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Palestine High, 4:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

R21 Elkhart (18-10) vs T22 Hemphill (14-7)

Game 1: Friday, May 7th @ Texas Slam (Livingston),

Game 2: Saturday, May 8th @ Texas Slam (Livingston),

Game 3: After game 2 (if necessary)

Dist. 19-4A Playoff teams matchups

W19 Center (18-3-1) vs F20 Huntington (6-15)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Center, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Huntington, 1:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

R19 Carthage (13-10) vs T20 Diboll (13-12)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ SFA, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ SFA, 1:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

R20 Jasper (15-6-2) vs T19 Tatum (6-13)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Pollok Central, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Pollok Central, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

W20 Lufkin Hudson (18-9) vs F19 Rusk (8-14)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Lufkin Hudson, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Rusk, 1:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if needed)

CMS Athletics Parent’s Meeting

There will be a parent meeting for all parents of incoming 6th, 7th & 8th grade students at Center ISD who are participating in athletics on May 11th & 14th.Monday, May 11th will be for the middle school girls and *Thursday, May 14th*, will be for the middle school boys. These meetings will take place in the Center Middle School Auditorium at *5:30 pm* both evenings.

Center Athletic Banquet:

There’s been a rescheduling of the Center High School “Banquet of Champions”. The athletic banquet will now be held Tuesday, May 26 at 7 p.m. at the Windham Civic Center. The meal is catered by Pete Lowe’s Catering, and is chicken & chopped BBQ. There will be a slideshow with memories from the year and awards for each sport.. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students, five and under are free, and $3 for kids 6-12. All athletic students are admitted free. Tickets are available in the athletic office at the high school until May 15. No tickets sold at the door. For more information, call the athletic office at 598-6173, ext. 2231.

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6. According to Clint Tanner, the location has been changed to a familiar site, Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road. Tanner said DU used that location previously. There will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Take a Kid Fishing:

The 37^th annual Center Broadcasting and Shelby County Bass Anglers’ Take a Kid Fishing Bream Tournament will be held on Toledo Bend at Huxley Bay Marina tomorrow, Saturday, May 9. Hundreds of children from ages 3 to 15 years are registered for the free tournament. Trophies will be awarded to each group and prizes will be given to each participant. Plus, each child receives a free hot dog, cold drink and cookie. Fishing begins at 6am, and all participants must be in the weigh-in line no later than 12:30pm. The Shelby County Bass Anglers conduct the official weigh-in and also the Norris Askew Casting Contest. We invite you to come join in the fun during the weigh-in and other events of our annual Take a Kid Fishing tourney.

Funeral Notices: 05/08/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 67-year old Jerry Dwight Willey of Shelbyville. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. this evening at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Dunnigan Church in the Patroon Community of Shelby County, with interment at Dunnigan Cemetery. He was a longtime employee of L&R Timber in San Augustine and later was owner and operator of Patroon Store.

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces graveside service for 75-year old Jimmy Michael Cosby, Sr. of Nacogdoches. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. He was the owner and operator of the Country Kitchen for 20 years.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces service for 60-year old Joe Bell of Tenaha. Service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Benford Chapel Baptist Church in Tenaha, with interment at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha.

Garner & Son Mortuary of San Augustine announces service for 90-year old Bell Nash of Center. She passed away Wednesday at Nacogdoches Medical Center. She was a native of Broaddus. Service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at True Vine Baptist Church, with interment at St. Peter Cemetery in Broaddus. Visitation will be from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Garner & Son Chapel.

Garner & Son Mortuary of San Augustine announces service for 83-year old Louis McCoy of Houston. Service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, with interment in McCoy Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Garner & Son Chapel and from 11:30 to service time at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

Capitol Update 05/07/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Rep. Chris Paddie, House Dist. 9

As many of you have shared with me, transportation funding is one of the biggest issues we are facing this legislative session. TxDOT currently needs $5 billion additional dollars just to maintain our current infrastructure. The legislature, with your approval of Proposition 1 last November, has made great strides toward fully funding our transportation needs. Recently, the House passed H.B. 20, which would provide TxDOT with direct criteria for how to spend that money. H.B. 20 requires TxDOT to use an unbiased scoring system when evaluating projects, and sets up oversight committees to review TxDOT's plans and make sure that they are being good stewards of our tax dollars.

This week the House took steps to reform the Texas Emerging Technology Fund. You may have read some criticisms of investments made by the Fund. The House passed H.B. 26, which would dissolve the Emerging Technology Fund and transfer the majority of its assets to a fund that Gov. Abbott could use to promote research at Texas universities. H.B. 26 also creates a board to oversee all of the discretionary economic incentive programs under the Governor, Comptroller, and Agriculture Commissioner.

The House passed a measure that would restrict the ability of payday and title loan lenders to telemarket. Through a loophole in state law, these lenders were able to make unsolicited calls pushing their high fee, high interest loans. The House bill, which I hope the Senate will pass as well, closes the loophole and prevents payday and title lenders from making these telemarketing calls.

I am pleased to report that I passed H.B. 1123, which would increase the penalties for child pornography offenses. Unfortunately, Harrison County has seen two recent cases that underscore the necessity to make sure that our prosecutors have every tool necessary to combat this heinous crime. H.B. 1123 would make possession a second degree felony, while promotion of child pornography would be enhanced to a first degree felony. Further, those convicted would have to serve half of their sentence before becoming eligible for parole. I look forward to the Senate passing H.B. 1123 and giving our prosecutors better tools for protecting our children.

As the legislative session continues, I want to encourage you to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. I want to hear your opinion regarding the issues that are important to you. It is with your input that I am able to best represent you. My office number is 512-463-0556 or district9.paddie@house.state.tx.us.

Timpson Bear Update 05/07/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Mid Johnson, Timpson ISD superintendent

Biology Review Camp - Timpson High School biology students participated in a biology review camp on May 4. They were preparing for the biology end of course exam. Biology teacher is Teresa Jourden. Attached are photos of students working hard to review everything they had learned this year. We had a Biology review camp on Monday May 4th. Photos attached are of the students working hard to review everything they have learned this year.

Timpson ISD Federal Programs – Timpson ISD plans to participate in the following federal programs during the 2015-2016 school year. Title I-Part a, Title I-Part C Migrant, Title II-Part A. Title III-Part A-LEP. Teachers, paraprofessionals, principals, other school personnel, parents, community members and business representatives are invited to the 2015-2016 consolidated application meeting on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. in the administration building boardroom. The focus of the meeting will include planning for the 2015-2016 program activities and gathering input for the preparation of the application for funding. At the meeting TISD staff will present parents with a draft of a Title One Part-A Parent Involvement Policy and School/Parent Compact/Pledge. Private schools and homeschools have an opportunity to participate in the Timpson ISD 2015-2016 federally funded programs. If your school or facility is interested in participating in any of the above programs, please contact Assistant Superintendent Mary Lynn Tinkle at 936/254-2463 ext. 8-2003 or Special Education Director by June 30, 2015. Any schools receiving these services must comply with federal program requirements.

Two-part horticulture and canning workshop planned for May 14 & 15 in Center, register now

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Lane Dunn, Shelby County extension agent for agriculture and nat

From Garden to Jar

Fruit & Vegetable Production and Preservation Workshops

Join the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Shelby County agents for a two-part horticulture and canning workshop on Thursday, May 14^th and Friday, May 15^th in the active Shelby County courthouse, 2^nd floor meeting room.

Part 1 of the workshop will be held on Thursday, May 14 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and will focus on fruit and vegetable production for both the home and commercial grower. Kim Benton, Horticulture agent in Cherokee County will be presenting information on pruning fruit trees, disease prevention, insect control and identification. Vegetable production including disease prevention, insects and control, and how to increase production with fertilizer will be covered. 2 CEU’s given at this program for those with a private applicators license. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m.

Part 2 of the workshop will be held on Friday, May 15^th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and will focus on making and canning jams and jellies safely. An abundance of home grown fruits and vegetables often triggers the desire to can foods at home. While this can be a fun and rewarding way to keep foods long after the season ends, care must be taken to assure that foods canned at home are safe to eat. Attend this fun and informative food preservation workshop if you would like to learn hands-on how to make and preserve jams and jellies. The 6^th edition of So Easy to Preserve by Cooperative Extension Service of The University of Georgia will be available for purchase at a discount of $15 per book.

The Fruit & Vegetable Production and Preservation workshops will have a one-time cost of $20 for both programs. We would like to thank Shelby County Farm Bureau for sponsoring this program.

If you would like to register for either workshop, please contact Daphne at 936-598-7744. For more information of either workshop, contact Lane Dunn, CEA-Ag/NR or Jheri-Lynn McSwain, CEA-FCS at 936-598-7744.

Shelbyville Lady Dragon Softball game moved to Nacogdoches tonight

Posted About Nine Years Ago

According to Shelbyville Lady Dragon Head Softball Coach Vance Vickers tonight's area playoff Game 1 vs. Cushing has been moved to Nacogdoches High School due to rain. Start time is 7 p.m.

Shelby County Commissioners' Court to hold regular meeting May 11

Posted About Nine Years Ago

Notice is hereby given that a regular meeting of the Governing body of the Shelby County Commissioners' Court will be held on the 11th day of May, 2015 at 9:30am in the courtroom of the Shelby County Courthouse at 200 San Augustine Steet, Center, Shelby County, Texas to deliberate and consider action on the following items:

1. Approve minutes of the April 13th Regular Meeting, anf the April 16th, 2015 Public Hearing Meeting, and the April 27th, 2015 Special Meeting of the Shelby County Commissioners' Court.

2. Approve and pay monthly expenses.

3. Approve Officers' Reports.

4. Treasurer Report on technology improvements for the JPs.

5. Approve bond and appointment Assistant Treasurer.

6. Public Comments on Agenda items.

7. Accespt donation from Devon Energy to the Sheriff's Department in the amount of $4,000 for equipment.

8. Eric Carver of Axley & Rode, LLP to give presentation of Shelby County FY2014 external audit report.

9. Discuss and possibly take action to adopt "A Resolution of the County of Shelby, Texas in support of putting in a weigh station in Nacogdoches County and the State adding an additional 13 Troopers."

10. Appoint 2 elected officials to the DETCOG Board of Directors, for the 2015-2016 year.

11. Appoint or reject an Agreement between Shelby County and Disability Needs

authorizing Disability Needs to file for refunds of Indigent Health Care expenditures for the County.

Bone Hill Foundation tips hat to all Shelby County graduates

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Bone Hill Foundation

The Bone Hill Foundation would like to congratulate all Seniors Graduating from Center, Timpson, Shelbyville, Joaquin, and Tenaha. We encourage all graduates to seek out further education in College or Vocational Schools to prepare you for the future.

The Bone Hill Foundation was established in 1967 by Will Bridges with the goal of helping those in need. Originally this property was called the Bone Hill Ranch.

During a very long drought many cows died and were dragged to the top of a hill. The story goes that since the land was more Pasteur than timber that for miles around a person could see the white bones of the cows and thus the name stuck. Bone Hill Ranch.

In 1991, the board was reorganized and the focus was placed on scholarships for students to attend Traditional colleges or Vocational Colleges.

These scholarships have been awarded to high school seniors thru an application process and a committee in their local high school that makes all final selections. The Bone Hill Foundation does not select students for scholarships.

Additionally funds have been given in the past to Stephen F. Austin University, Angelina College and Panola College.

In 2014 approximately $240,000 was awarded to Shelby County High Schools, Stephen F. Austin State University, University of Texas at Tyler, Texas A&M University, Angelina and Panola College.

A major part of Bone Hill assets and what generates cash flow for the foundation is timber resources. Working closely with Stephen F. Austin University and their Forestry Department and Professor and Bone Hill Foundation board member Gary Konrad, the foundation has developed a management plan that includes timber resources, wildlife and the entire property providing a balanced plan for timber and the surrounding natural resources.

The management and sale of timber provides income to the Foundation, job creation in the timber industry and most importantly scholarships for students from Shelby County.

The Bone Hill Foundation has provided over $2,800,000 in scholarships for Shelby County Students.

Bone Hill Foundation Chairman, Rick Campbell & the entire board Congratulates all Seniors, Parents, Teachers and Staff for another job well done.

Weather Update @ 11:30 a.m.

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Tom Johnson, San Augustine official weather observer

The dryline creating all the havoc is vacillating back and forth over far West Texas and will continue to redevelop the real severe weather threats there just has been the case the last 2 days. Any storms we see should diminish as the sun's heating also diminishes at sunset each day.

Keep in mind that any of the T-storms can develop quickly into severe status due to the current instability of our atmosphere.

As the cold frontal boundary is pushed into our area we can expect to see some severe weather the first part of the week. It is that time of the year when we see our worst weather.

The really severe weather will occur beginning late Sunday afternoon in our area and another NWS briefing is scheduled for Sunday morning should this worst case scenario stay in play for Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

Tenaha Tiger Daily 05/07/15

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Brenda Lucas, Tenaha ISD administrative assistant

May 7, 2015- STAAR Testing EOC US Biology; Tiger Fest 6:00 pm in SEC (Tiger Cafe open at 5:00 pm)

May 8, 2015- Beginners Band Festival in Canton

May 11, 2015-1^st and 2^nd Grades to Center Library; 4^th & 5^th Grade Robotics in Kilgore

May 12, 2015-Awards Banquet; JH Robotics in Kilgore

May 14, 2015- HS Band Trip to New York

May 15, 2015- Student Holiday/Teacher In-Service

May 22, 2015-Senior Celebration at the Youth Center RSVP Required.

Kacey Cooks

Nickname: Michelle

Parents/Grandparents: Lou Willie Cooks

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: BETA; JCC; Basketball; Tiger Dolls; Cheer; Band

Favorite High School Memory: When we won State in Football

Best Friend in School: Anfernee; La’Tonya

Favorite Song: Pose to be (Omarion)

Favorite Book: Fault in Our Stars

What College or Tech School planning to attend: Panola

What Career Field Pursuing: Nursing

Marissa Cooper

Nickname: Coop

Parents/Grandparents: Katherine Raymond

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: Soccer

Best Friend in School: Kolton

Favorite Song: Afire Love-Ed Sheeran

Favorite Book: The Fault in Our Stars

What Career Field Pursuing: Air Force

Ricardo Corpus

Nickname: Ricky

Parents/Grandparents: Jose Corpus; Veronica Corpus

Clubs/Organizations/Sports/Honors/Awards: FFA

Favorite High School Memory: Activities in FFA

Best Friend in School: Lance Wagstaff

Favorite Song: I Mean It

What Career Field Pursuing: Oil Field

3^rd Grade Activities

Third grade has been learning about Cinco de Mayo in class and today celebrated it with authentic Mexican cusine. The menu included gorditas, enchiladas, rice, chicarrones, chips and salsa, arroz con leche,

empanadas, quesadillas, molotes, Mexican wedding cookies, and Jumex nectar. This meal was enjoyed by all. We want to give a special thanks to all of our parents who prepared the wonderful food for our Cinco de Mayo.

Mrs. Davison & Mrs. Matthews

Senior Celebration Invitation

Seniors RSVP before May 11^th to attend. Email, jjbowlin11@gmail.com to confirm your attendance.

10^th ANNUAL TIGER FEST!

The Tenaha community is invited for a “Night at the Movies Extravaganza” to night, May 7^th at 6 pm in the SEC.

Students from all grade levels will perform songs from the movies. Band music will fill the venue from all four Tigerland bands along with Kindergarten Graduation and Tenaha’s own unique 8^th Grade Completion tradition.

Don’t forget to arrive early for another Tiger tradition … Tiger Café. Cajun fried catfish, French fries, coleslaw, tea and a special dessert will be served that evening beginning at 5 pm. Cost is only $7 per plate. All proceeds from the Tiger Café go to the girls’ basketball program to assist with the costs of summer camp.

USPS "Stamp Out Hunger" food drive to be held Saturday

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The U.S. Postal Service is having thier annual Food Drive "Stamp Out Hunger" this Saturday, May 9.

According to Patsy Carl of the Helping Hands Outreach Center, you're asked to place non-perishable canned goods on your mailbox and your mail carrier will pick them up.

The canned goods will help feed local Shelby County residents by distribution through Shelby County Outreach Ministries' Helping Hands Outreach Center.

Your support is greatly appreciated!

My Five Cents...A weekly column from Sen. Robert Nichols

Posted About Nine Years Ago by Sen. Robert Nichols

The saying goes that April showers bring May flowers, but at the Capitol April bills bring May thrills. With major issues like approving a state budget and addressing tax cuts, finalizing the state's budget and transportation funding still ahead of us, May promises to be both busy and exciting.

Here are five things that happened this week at your Texas Capitol:

1. Fracking Bans

House Bill 40, which would preempt local efforts to regulate a wide variety of oil and gas activities, was sent to Governor Abbott's desk this week. The state's Natural Resources Code will be amended to specify oil and gas operations are exclusively under the jurisdiction of the state and a city cannot enact or enforce an ordinance that bans, limits or regulates oil and gas operations.

Cities will be able to regulate above-ground activity such as lights, noise, traffic and anything that would inhibit fire and emergency response. Cities will also be able to enforce reasonable setbacks between drilling sites and certain buildings.

2. Gun Tax-Free Holiday

This past week, the Senate passed SB 228, for which I am a co-author. This bill would create a sales tax holiday for individual purchases of firearms and/or hunting supplies.

As hunting season begins at the end of August or early September, the sales tax holiday would be on the last full weekend in August. It would provide a sales tax benefit to hunters prior to the hunting season and will give retailers in Texas an economic boost. Contributions hunters make when purchasing equipment or licenses to engage in their sport relieves taxpayers from a part of the burden to finance state wildlife habitat restoration and conservation efforts.

3. SJR 5 Conference

The Senate has declined to accept the version of Senate Joint Resolution 5 which was returned by the House this week. This important transportation legislation will be sent to a conference committee made up of members from both chambers to work out the differences on the proposed constitutional amendment.

While both versions strive to provide much needed funding for transportation in the state, they do so in very different ways. The Senate version would redirect money from the vehicle sales tax, while the House version would tap the general sales tax. I look forward to working with the members of the House to address the funding for our states transportation infrastructure, which is a core function of government.

4. Preserving Alamo Trademark

The Alamo is a historic site which commemorates the history and battle for Texas' independence fought by so many brave men and women. The State of Texas is considered the owner of the Alamo, and a U.S. District Judge recently ruled the state also owns the image of the shrine and has the authority to challenge those who use its likeness for any use. This ruling came after the General Land Office, which oversees the Alamo, intervened in a lawsuit between Alamo Beer Company of San Antonio and Texian Brewing in Houston. Alamo Beer claimed trademark infringement on Texian, stating they were trying to capitalize on their years of advertisement and experience. The Land Commission believes they are the ones who should have the right to the trademark and not someone else.

The court order permanently restrains the companies from using the trademark or anything similar. The Land Commission says it does not oppose the use of the word "Alamo" with products or services as long as images of the roofline design of the building are not used. Through trademarks, the Alamo sells dozens of officially branded products from barbecue sauce, to tie tacks and pickled okra in their gift shop. The money supports operations of the historic site to preserve it for generations to come.

5. Unscrambling Eggs

This week when I laid out HB 275 in the Senate Finance Committee, the question of the definition of an egg came up. Not the age old question of whether the chicken or the egg came first (I do believe it was the chicken), but rather what the definition of an egg should be in the State's Tax Code.

While eggs are defined as a farm product in the Agriculture Code, that definition is not in the Tax Code and thus, eggs are not property tax exempt. This bill defines eggs to make them eligible for exemption and includes packaged eggs that have not yet been sold by the egg producer. Hopefully this bill will help to unscramble the definition of an egg and make the law more consistent.

Game Warden Field Notes 05/06/15

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Game Warden Field Notes

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports.

No Fish Tank License
While patrolling Toledo Bend, a Newton County game warden observed a fish tank in a truck with displaying commercial markings required for selling aquatic products. Upon further investigation, the warden could find no matching valid license for selling bait. The warden issued the man a citation and the case is pending.
Gone Net Fishing
Two Freestone County game wardens patrolling Richland-Chambers Reservoir encountered three individuals collecting firewood a little distance from their car on a county road near the lake. The wardens made contact with the individuals and saw several open containers of alcohol in their car. The individuals took the wardens back to their fish camp, where one warden found several game fish with no hook marks in their mouths. After further questioning, the individuals said they caught the fish in their nets. One warden found two cast nets. Cases are pending.
Don’t Take More than Your Fill
A Cherokee County game warden seized 18 hybrid striped bass from two individuals fishing below the spillway at Lake Palestine. The warden, who had dealt with both individuals before concerning fishing violations, had already checked both individuals that morning and found that they had each already reached their hybrid bass bag limit for the day. Cases are pending.
That’s a Lot of Hunting Gear
A Limestone County game warden apprehended an individual for hunting from a public roadway. The warden first saw the vehicle on the public road without its headlights on. When the warden stopped the vehicle, he found night vision goggles, a legally possessed high-powered rifle with a suppressor attached, a spotlight and loaded handgun. The individual said he had permission to hunt on both sides of the roadway, though the warden could not confirm his story. Cases are pending.
Because He Didn’t Want to Break the Law
A Polk County game warden was patrolling a private neighborhood when he observed a truck with fishing poles in the back leaving a private pond where no fishing was allowed. When the warden stopped the vehicle to determine if the individuals had been fishing in the private pond without consent, he discovered the driver had not possessed a valid Texas driver’s license since 1992, had no vehicle insurance, had two felony arrest warrants from the neighboring county and had stolen license plates displayed on the vehicle. The driver said he had intended to go fishing in the pond but, after getting out and walking around, he decided to go home because he did not want to break the law. The warden arrested the driver for the outstanding warrants and possession of stolen property before turning him over to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department. Cases are pending.
No More Catfish for You
A Polk County game warden patrolling the Trinity River below the Lake Livingston Dam found two individuals who had exceeded the daily bag limit for blue catfish by 26 fish. Several cases and civil restitution are pending.
Stranded on the Water
A Leon County game warden received a call from stranded bow fishermen on the Trinity River. The fishermen had launched their boat at the Highway 79 bridge and made it about 30 miles south when the boat motor quit. The fishermen were prepared with cell phones and a SPOT GPS Rescue Beacon, so they were able to give their GPS coordinates to the warden. The warden found the fisherman from land, gave them a ride back to their truck at the bridge on Highway 79, and then led them back to their boat to load it.
Surviving an ATV Accident
A Zapata County and a Duval County game warden responded to an ATV accident near the Falcon Lake shoreline. The wardens found a 13-year-old girl who had crashed her ATV lying on a steep embankment, a few feet from deep water. The ATV was partially submerged. The girl sustained a broken femur and head trauma. The wardens gave medical aid until Zapata Emergency Medical Services arrived. The girl was then transported to Laredo.
Boating While Intoxicated
Two game wardens patrolling Falcon Lake for water safety violations saw a personal watercraft (PWC) violate the 50-feet rule, which prohibits operation within that distance of another craft. After the wardens turned on their emergency lights, the PWC continued toward the bank. After contacting the operator, who didn’t have any identification, the wardens administered seated Standardized Field Sobriety Tests in their state boat since the operator said he’d had a "few" drinks that day. Following the seated test, the wardens conducted the standing SFST; both tests indicated the operator was intoxicated. He was placed under arrest for BWI and booked into Zapata regional jail.
Body Found in the River
Two Zapata County game wardens received a call from the Zapata County Sheriff’s Office about a body floating in the Rio Grande River. When the wardens arrived on scene, they walked in the shallow water to recover the body. The wardens found a Mexican identification card on the body and believed he crossed into the United States illegally. The wardens turned the body over to the Zapata County Sheriff’s office for an investigation.
Don’t Post Illegal Harvests on Social Media
Bexar County game wardens received an Operation Game Thief call regarding a group of individuals who shot a deer on Easter weekend and posted about it on their social media accounts. With the information from the OGT call, the wardens contacted the subjects and obtained confessions. Multiple cases and restitution are pending.
Four Men Caught Catfishing
A Starr County and a Zapata County game warden patrolling Falcon Lake conducted a water safety inspection on a boat on which four men were fishing. During the inspection, the wardens noticed freshly cut catfish chunks on top of an ice chest. The men told the wardens the fishing slowed down so they decided to catch an alligator gar, but since they hadn’t brought any bait to catch a gar, they decided to use a catfish they caught earlier in the day as bait. The wardens asked all four men to reel in their lines and saw more catfish chunks on their hooks. The wardens educated all four men about not using game fish as bait. Citations were issued to all subjects. Cases and civil restitution pending.
Triple Threat of Violations
A Comal County game warden concluded an investigation that started with a couple dumped animal carcasses in New Braunfels last week. In his investigation, the warden found that one individual killed a hen turkey, failed to keep any of the bird in edible condition and did not tag the bird. The warden cited this hunter for hunting hen turkey in closed season and for failing to keep the bird in edible condition. The warden issued a warning for the tagging violation. The warden also cited a second hunter for illegal dumping: the hunter disposed the remains of an exotic animal in a city drainage channel. Cases are pending.
Looking for a fishing license, found arrest warrants
A Lubbock/Lynn County game warden was checking fisherman on the Lubbock Canyon lakes when she found an individual without a fishing license. The warden then discovered the individual had several arrest warrants. The warden placed the man under arrest and transported him to the Lubbock County Detention Center.
Party Foul
A Motley/Cottle County game warden received a call from an individual who said he was physically assaulted after a long night of partying on a property in Motley County. The individual said the suspect, who was intoxicated and high on a controlled substance, dragged him out of his vehicle as he was sleeping, threw him to the ground and beat him over the head for several minutes. After the warden interviewed several eye witnesses and obtained a cell phone video of the incident, he filed for an arrest warrant. The warden, along with a Briscoe/Swisher game warden, found and arrested the suspect for assault with bodily injury, a Class A misdemeanor. The case is pending.
Traffic Stop Produces Arrest Warrants
A Scurry/Garza County game warden on routine patrol saw a suspicious vehicle on a rural road. As the warden drove past the vehicle, he noticed the inspection sticker on the windshield was expired and initiated a traffic stop. After the warden discovered the individual had three outstanding local warrants and was driving without a license, he placed the individual under arrest and transported him to the county detention center.
The Case of the Goose Egg Thief
A Lubbock/Lynn County game warden solved a goose egg theft case after receiving a call about an individual who was digging through the bushes at a Lubbock city park and collecting goose eggs. The man, who only spoke Mandarin Chinese and spoke through a translator from the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office, admitted to taking them for personal consumption. The warden issued the man a citation for disturbing the nest and destroying the eggs. The case is pending.
The Fish Don’t Belong to Us. No Wait, Yes They Do
While patrolling Lake Granger for water safety compliance and recreational freshwater fishing enforcement, a Williamson County and a Milam County game warden found five fishermen on the water without a valid fishing license. The wardens asked if they had caught any fish, and the men said they had caught two little ones but released them. One warden went to their campground and found seven white bass in an ice chest. One of the fish was 9 inches long. They men said the fish did not belong to them. After a short interview, one warden got a confession and several citations and civil restitution were filed.
A Tale of Two Wardens…and Undersize Crappie
A Williamson County game warden received an OGT call about an man using a cast net to catch undersized crappie at the Granger Spillway. The warden got a description of the man and went to the spillway to meet with the complainant, who pointed out the suspect. The warden caught the suspect red-handed catching undersized crappie with a cast net and hiding the fish in a green plastic bag. As the warden took him up to his patrol truck to interview him, another warden was checking another fisherman in the parking lot with 10 undersized crappie and no fishing license. The warden cited the suspect for illegal cast net over seven feet, illegal means and methods, no fishing license, catching undersized crappie and civil restitution. Both wardens recovered a total of 30 undersized crappie.
The Caged Birds Aren’t Singing
Acting on a tip, a Williamson County game warden found a backyard bird cage containing 10 doves, both mourning and white winged, and two blue jays. Next to the cage was a small trap with a mourning dove tied to it. The warden also found a small shed nearby with several cages inside and cracked corn on the floor. The door to the shed was tied to a nearby tree with string. The warden confirmed the homeowner was not a TPWD approved wildlife rehabilitator and then took evidence photos before liberating all the doves and blue jays, including the mourning dove that was tied to the trap. The warden came back to the house four hours later to make contact with the owner, who admitted doves would fly into the shed to eat the intentionally placed corn on the floor. When several dove had flown into the shed, the homeowner would pull the string attached to the doorknob, trapping the birds inside. He would then enter the shed with his young son to catch the doves by hand and put them in the cage in the yard. He admitted the dove tied to the cage was a live decoy to lure more doves. The man received numerous citations for illegal baiting and possession of migratory game birds and songbirds and no hunting license. The cases are pending.
The Oysters Returned to the Water
Two Aransas County game wardens apprehended a commercial oyster boat in Mesquite Bay with a 23 percent undersized cargo of oysters. The wardens issued the captain of the boat a citation and returned 12 sacks of oysters to the water.
Team Takedown
Three game wardens were patrolling for oyster violations by helicopter when one of them spotted a vehicle working a spotlight on the public roadway. Another game warden used the helicopter’s onboard infrared camera system to observe and record the suspect spotlighting and releasing dogs from the public roadway. Three different game wardens contacted the four individuals on the ground and filed multiple cases against the

Local Sports Round up 05/07/15; Shelbyville Lady Dragons begin area round series tonight, Joaquin Lady Rams pushed back to Friday

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In sports,

Softball

The second round of the girls' Class 2A softball playoffs gets started tonight as the Shelbyville Lady Dragons meet Cushing in a home-and-home series starting at 7 p.m. in Cushing, with Game 2 at 6 p.m. Friday in Shelbyville. Game 3, if necessary would be in Nacogdoches at 2 p.m. Saturday.

There has been a change in the Joaquin Lady Rams’ playoff series against Groveton at Central Heights. Game 1 will be at 6:30 p.m. Friday, not today. Game 2 is at noon Saturday, and if necessary, Game 3 would be played 30 minutes after completion of Game 2 Saturday.

The winners of both area series will meet in the region quarterfinal round next week.

The Garrison Lady Bulldogs are in a one-game Class 3A, Region III area championship game versus East Bernard at 7 p.m. Friday at Sam Houston State in Huntsville.

Baseball

The Riders take on Huntington in a best-of-three home-and-home Class 4A bi-district series starting at 7 p.m. Friday at Roughrider Field. Game 2 will be in Huntington at 1 p.m. Saturday. Game 3, if necessary, would follow Game 2 in Huntington. The winner will take on the Grosbeck/China Springs winner in the area round next week.

Center Broadcasting will have Rider playoff action on Q100 KQBB throughout the state playoffs as Don Wall has the call.

The Joaquin Rams enter the Class 2A state baseball playoffs Friday against Broaddus, in a best-of-three Class 2A bi-district series, with all games in Gary. Game 1 is at 6 pm Friday; Game 2 at 1 pm Saturday; Game 3 if needed 30 min after game 2. The winner has state-ranked Centerville in area next week.

Gary, the other Dist. 23-2A team playing this week in this week in the playoffs will meet Colmesneil. Game 1 is 7:30 p.m. tonight, Thursday in Gary, Game 2 7 p.m. Friday in Colmesneil, and Game 3 at 2 p.m. Saturday in Douglass, if necessary. The winner has No. 1 Douglass in area.

In Class 3A, No. 1 Central Heights, the Garrison Bulldogs and Hemphill Hornets will enter the state playoffs this week. Central Heights will begin their post-season tonight.

W22 Central Heights (20-1-1) vs F21 Buffalo (17-7)

Game 1: Thursday, May 7th @ Central Heights, 7:00

Game 2: Friday, May 8th @ Buffalo, 7:00

Game 3: Saturday, May 9th @ Kilgore, 12:00

R22 Garrison (12-8) vs T21 Crockett (12-8-3)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Palestine High, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Palestine High, 4:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

R21 Elkhart (18-10) vs T22 Hemphill (14-7)

Game 1: Friday, May 7th @ Texas Slam (Livingston),

Game 2: Saturday, May 8th @ Texas Slam (Livingston),

Game 3: After game 2 (if necessary)

Dist. 19-4A Playoff teams matchups

W19 Center (18-3-1) vs F20 Huntington (6-15)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Center, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Huntington, 1:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

R19 Carthage (13-10) vs T20 Diboll (13-12)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ SFA, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ SFA, 1:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

R20 Jasper (15-6-2) vs T19 Tatum (6-13)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Pollok Central, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Pollok Central, 2:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if necessary)

W20 Lufkin Hudson (18-9) vs F19 Rusk (8-14)

Game 1: Friday, May 8th @ Lufkin Hudson, 7:00

Game 2: Saturday, May 9th @ Rusk, 1:00

Game 3: After Game 2 (if needed)

CMS Athletics Parent’s Meeting

There will be a parent meeting for all parents of incoming 6th, 7th & 8th grade students at Center ISD who are participating in athletics on May 11th & 14th.

Monday, May 11th will be for the middle school girls and *Thursday, May 14th*, will be for the middle school boys. These meetings will take place in the Center Middle School Auditorium at *5:30 pm* both evenings.

Center Athletic Banquet:

There’s been a rescheduling of the Center High School “Banquet of Champions”. The athletic banquet will now be held Tuesday, May 26 at 7 p.m. at the Windham Civic Center. The meal is catered by Pete Lowe’s Catering, and is chicken & chopped BBQ. There will be a slideshow with memories from the year and awards for each sport.. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 students, five and under are free, and $3 for kids 6-12. All athletic students are admitted free. Tickets are available in the athletic office at the high school until May 15. No tickets sold at the door. For more information, call the athletic office at 598-6173, ext. 2231.

DU Greenwing event:

The Shelby County Ducks’ Unlimited annual Green Wing event will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 6. According to Clint Tanner, the location has been changed to a familiar site, Weldon Boles’ property off Old City Lake Road. Tanner said DU used that location previously. There will be prizes for all kids, along with Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens providing hunter safety, Mike Hudman with Black Water Retrievers with a dog demo and a free hot dog meal. All kids’ ages up to 17 are invited to attend. Mark your calendar for June 6, the Shelby County Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. The location is 245 CR 1006, Center. By the way, kids, bring your fishing pole. For more information call Clint Tanner at 936-332-4767 or Adam Reeves at 936-332-6420.

Take a Kid Fishing:

The 37^th annual Center Broadcasting and Shelby County Bass Anglers’ Take a Kid Fishing Bream Tournament will be held on Toledo Bend at Huxley Bay Marina this Saturday, May 9. Hundreds of children from ages 3 to 15 years are registered for the free tournament. Trophies will be awarded to each group and prizes will be given to each participant. Plus, each child receives a free hot dog, cold drink and cookie. Fishing begins at 6am, and all participants must be in the weigh-in line no later than 12:30pm. The Shelby County Bass Anglers conduct the official weigh-in and also the Norris Askew Casting Contest.

Partly Sunny with rain chances this afternoon

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Today: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high near 84. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind around 10 mph.

Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, high near 86. South wind around 10 mph.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 70.

Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, low around 70.

Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84.

Sunday Night: A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms likely, low around 69.

Monday: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 82.

Monday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64.

Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80.

Tuesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.

Wednesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78.

Arrest Report: Shelby & San Augustine County 05/06/15--05/07/15

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Arrest Report

5/06/15—5/07/15

Shelby County:

Trevor Laurence, 30, Joaquin, Possession of a Controlled Substance & Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

John Robert Chisenhall, 31, Center, Theft, Two charges-Driving While License Invalid, Failure to Appear, Original Charge: Driving While License Invalid, No Liability Insurance, Ran a Red Light & Violate Promise to Appear

San Augustine County: No Arrest Reported

A reminder: All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Center ISD Trustees agree to focus on facility committee's recommendations at Malone Street campuses

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After receiving the district's athletic facilities' committee's report and recommendations last month, which directed priority for improvements to the middle and intermediate school campuses, the Center ISD Board of Trustee members agreed to focus attention on the Malone Street campuses for now.

Superintendent Dr. James Hockenberry tells us the board discussed both athletic and academic facilities at their special meeting Tuesday, and reviewed the facility report from 2013 and the recent athletic facility report, and it was generally considered that the district establish a master plan with a scope and priority sequence.

He said no formal action was taken, but it was the board's overall sentiment that the district give priority to the junior high and intermediate school campuses. Hockenberry said this would include improvements, modifications and additions that would be established as a result of the master plan.

Hockenberry noted that remaining in these suggested areas eliminates the need to purchase land--which likely would be costly.

National Day of Prayer observed with prayer breakfast at Sr. Citizens' Center at 7 a.m.

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Today is National Day of Prayer, it an annual day of observance held on the first Thursday of May, designated by the United States Congress, when people are asked "to turn to God in prayer and meditation".

Each year since its inception, the president has signed a proclamation, encouraging all Americans to pray on this day.

Locally a prayer and breakfast is being held this morning at the Senior Nutrition Site, Loop 500 in Center. Breakfast will be served from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. and is hosted by Shelby County Outreach Ministries in conjunction with Ministers’ Fellowship of Shelby County. Breakfast is free, with any donations to be used to support Shelby County Outreach Ministries.

Also, National Day of Prayer will be observed in Hemphill on the steps of the Sabine County Courthouse at noon, today.

Funeral Notices: 05/07/15

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Obits:

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces service for 67-year old Jerry Dwight Willey of Shelbyville. He passed away Wednesday in Lufkin. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Dunnigan Church in the Patroon Community of Shelby County, with interment at Dunnigan Cemetery. He was a longtime employee of L&R Timber in San Augustine and later was owner and operator of Patroon Store. Among Jerry Dwight Willey’s survivors is his wife, Debbie Willey of Shelbyville; children, Amanda Willey of Shelbyville, Gary Willey of Florida and Arthur & Samantha Willey of Mississippi; special children, Ellen Lout of Center and Barry Lout of Patroon; brother, Nat & Charlene Willey of Pineland; sisters, Viola McKinney of Colmesneil, Grace Simmons of Milam, Mary Sullivan of Broaddus and Carolina & Latrent Elliott of Milam; and mother-in-law, Ruby Risinger of Goober Hill.

Watson & Sons Funeral Home announces graveside service for 75-year old Jimmy Michael Cosby, Sr. of Nacogdoches. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center. He was the owner and operator of the Country Kitchen for 20 years.

Community Funeral Home of Center announces service for 60-year old Joe Bell of Tenaha. He passed away Tuesday at Holiday Nursing Center. Service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Benford Chapel Baptist Church in Tenaha, with interment at St. John Cemetery in Tenaha. Officiating will be Rev. Cedric Grace. Among Joe Bell’s survivors are sons, Kendrick McClure and Korey McClure, both of Tenaha; daughter, Greta Robertson of Houston; and sisters, Shirley Joffrion of Alexandria, La., Linda Bell of Houston and Dorothy Smith of Houston; and 8 grandchildren.

Garner & Son Mortuary of San Augustine announces service for 83-year old Louis McCoy of Houston. He passed away Monday, April 27 at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital in Humble. Service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, with interment in McCoy Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Garner & Son Chapel and from 11:30 to service time at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

Voting locations, races for Saturday's school board, city elections listed

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School board and city council elections will take place Saturday, May 9 for a number of school districts and municipalities. Elections will be held for the Joaquin, Tenaha, Timpson, Shelbyville and Garrison school districts, and in the Cities of Joaquin, Tenaha, Timpson and Garrison. All polling locations are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday's Polling Location hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Joaquin ISD-Joaquin ISD Administration Office & Huxley Vol. Fire Dept.

Electing 2 trustees

City of Joaquin-Joaquin ISD Administration Office

Mayor & 2 at-large council members to be elected

Tenaha ISD-Administration Office

Electing 3 trustees

City of Tenaha-TISD Administration Office

Three council members to be elected

Timpson ISD-Gym Foyer

Election for 3 trustees

City of Timpson-TISD Gym Foyer

Three council members to be elected

Shelbyville ISD-Administration Office

Electing 2 trustees

Garrison ISD-Garrison City Hall

Two trustees & a special election to fill an unexpired two-year term

City of Garrison-Garrison City Hall

Two council members to be elected

Remember, you must have a photo ID in order to vote.

Results will be posted on the Center Broadcasting Co. Website and Facebook

May 9 School and City Elections