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November 22, 2020 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society held their regular monthly meeting this past Saturday in Center, Texas at the First United Methodist Church. The monthly challenge "What's That?" showed members having fun doing abstract photography. There was also a workshop featuring editing in Lightroom/Photoshop and updates. With the Covid 19 keeping some members quarantined, voting was done, both virtual and in person.
The PWPS members voted for their favorites photographs as follows with a 4-way-tie for first place favorites and a 2-way-tie for 2nd place favorites. Congratulations to all those who stepped out of their comfort zone to submit photos to the challenge. For more information on the Piney Woods Photographic Society meetings, memberships or general information contact Billie F. Jones, 936-591-2426.
"What's That?" November Challenger Winners
1st place (tie) - 'Shadow' by Jan Huffman Carter, Milam
1st place (tie) - 'Abstract 2' by Billie F. Jones, Center
1st place (tie) - 'Blue Abstract' by Anna Jones, Center
1st place (tie) - 'Woodland Water Color' by Summer Koltonski, Shelbyville
2nd place (tie) - 'Red and Gold' by Bobbie Jean Wood, Center
2nd place (tie) - 'On the Water' by Melvin Henson, Milam
State Queen Clinic November 21 – 22, 2020
November 20, 2020 - Every year the Miss THSRA program sponsors a rodeo Queen clinic to help girls of all ages learn the ins and outs of being a rodeo Queen. In years past, the clinic has been held in Waco, College Station and Mesquite. This year the High Roller Group has graciously allowed the clinic to be held at their arena here in Center. It’s a fitting location as the THSRA State Secretary, Susan Thompson Baldwin, State Queen Coordinator Ann Blackwell, and the State Student Secretary, Abi DePriest are all from right here in Shelby County.
The clinic covers all categories of a rodeo queen contest in great detail with hands on practice and demonstration. It covers everything from modeling, appearance and personal interview to public speaking and horsemanship. A full half day will be devoted strictly to horsemanship on horseback.
Presenters for the clinic are Queen Coordinator, Ann Blackwell; Joanna Blackwell Huckabee, former THSRA/NHSRA Queen; Chloe Costello, former THSRA/NHSRA Queen; Ms. Codi Cowdin Ward, former Miss THSRA; reigning 2020 Miss THSRA/NHSRA Laramie Dearing; Ms. Caren Gray, Speech Coach; Ms. Judy Gill, past Miss Rodeo America Board President; Caroline Corbell, hair/makeup stylist; and Ms. Tonia Crump Epperson, basic horsemanship. The wealth of knowledge among these incredible women will make for a clinic that any aspiring rodeo Queen will not want to miss!
For more information or to request a registration packet, contact Ann Blackwell, THSRA Queen Coordinator at tablackwell@yahoo.com or phone/text 936-590-1855. The clinic is open to girls of any age or experience level. You do not have to bring a horse to attend the clinic.
November 19, 2020 - The 98th Annual Awards Celebration for the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce was held at the John D. Windham Civic Center with awards being presented in recognition of volunteerism, hard work, as well as contributions to the community.
Chamber of Commerce President Deborah Chadwick started the evenings event with a welcome and an introduction of the guest speakers and the awards presentations coming.
The Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors were acknowledged with special recognition given to Marco Pallares who is serving as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Wil Blackshear who is serving as Chairman Elect of the Board of Directors. Pallares works at Farmers State Bank and Blackshear works at Ihlo Sales.
Seven Shelby County citizens were honored recipients of awards and were recognized for their contributions to the community. The recipients were:
Stephanie Elswick was presented with the 2020 Chamber of Commerce President's Award by Deborah Chadwick.
Teachers of the Year were honored by Mary Lynn Tinkle and announced to be Elementary Teacher of the Year - Laura Oates from Center ISD and Secondary Teacher of the Year - Virginia Fischer from Center ISD.
Texas AgriLife Extension Agent Lane Dunn then presented the Farm Family of the Year award to Waylon and Margo Griffith of Center.
Young Citizen of the Year was awarded to James Ragan, owner of 3 P's Mobile Pressure Washing. The award was presented by the 2019 recipient Clay Ihlo. Ragan was recognized for his work helping others during a crisis whether it was COVID-19 or a hurricane demonstrating a true servant's heart.
The Distinguished Service Award was then awarded by last years recipient, Fannie Watson, to a surprised Allison Harbison, Shelby County Judge. Watson commended Harbison's strong work ethic which included being a business owner and an elected official. Even as she experienced serious health problems in 2019, she fought hard to recover only to be confronted with COVID-19 in 2020 which she didn't hesitate to take on.
Congratulations to all who received recognition and thank you for your hard work and dedication to the Shelby County community.
Additional details from the event as well as more photos will be added soon.
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November 18, 2020 - Fancy's Cafe in Tenaha celebrated with a ribbon cutting event Thursday, November 12, 2020 hosted by the Tenaha Businessman's Club and the City of Tenaha.
Community members gathered in front of the business located at 172 Wall Street and Amanda Treat, City Secretary, welcomed Carly Howard, owner, and her family to the area.
"Welcome to Fancy's Cafe, it's a family run business. Our hours are from 10:30 to 8, we're open seven days a week," said Howard.
The cafe offers a variety of home baked pies, cakes and other desserts. Other items on the menu are fish, hamburgers, steaks and daily lunch specials.
Fish is all you can eat on Fridays and Saturdays starting at 4pm.
"Thank y'all so much for coming to support us and thank y'all for being here today," said Howard.
For more information contact Fancy's Cafe at 936-248-4409.
Update: The Annual Taste of the Holidays event is cancelled.
November 18, 2020 - The Taste of the Holidays, sponsored by Shelby Savings Bank, will be held on Thursday, December 3rd at the Windham Civic Center from 4:30p.m. – 7:30p.m. There will be delicious food samplings available.
For more information contact the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at 936-598-3682 or email info@shelbycountychamber.com.
Students stand around the bed donated by Pine Grove Nursing Center
November 17, 2020 - Pine Grove Nursing Center donated a bed to the Center High School CTE Health Science Program to assist the Certified Nurse Aide Program. The donation gives the students the equipment necessary to assist in skill training.
November 14, 2020 - DKE Nutrition celebrated with a ribbon cutting event on Thursday, November 12, 2020, at their location on South George Bowers Drive.
Members of the community including the Tenaha Businessman's Club and City of Tenaha representatives gathered at the business to welcome them.
Jason and Crystal Samford, owners of DKE Nutrition, gathered with friends and family and welcomed the public to their business.
"We're very happy to be here, I don't spend much time here, this is all my wife Crystal, " said Samford. "We are as of right now open Monday through Friday from 7 to 2:30."
Samford described the products offered are what are called "Loaded Teas," which he explained have extensive flavor options to choose from.
"What the loaded teas are meant to do for you is to boost your metabolism, improve your digestion health and help to burn up to 100 calories a day. They have 24 calories total and four carbs that are completely sugar free," said Samford.
Other items Samford shared are on the menu include coffee and iced coffee., He said the coffee is high in protein at 15 grams and two grams of sugar.
"Thank y'all for being here and welcoming us to Tenaha, we greatly appreciate y'all's support," said Samford.
DKE Nutrition is located at 118 South George Bowers Drive in Tenaha. They can be reached by calling 936-488-9089.
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November 12, 2020 - Veterans Day was honored and celebrated on Wednesday, November 11th in Shelby County on the historic courthouse grounds in front of the Veterans Memorial. Members of VFW Post 8904 and its auxiliary gave tribute to the men and women of the armed forces.
Larry Hume, Post Quartermaster, welcomed everyone and gave an invocation, "Almighty God, we stand here today to pay tribute to the great men and women, living and dead, who have served their country in the armed forces. Accept our thanksgiving for their sacrifices and the sacrifices of their families. Let us never take for granted their devotion to liberty. Let our spirits be proud of them, let our hearts be compassionate, and our minds clear and determined to give them the honor and the respect that they deserve. Amen."
All attending then recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
Hume then said, "Thank you for being here today. I know I don't have to tell you that 2020 has been an unusually difficult year. You know for some today it might be easier to forget about it and make a promise to make it up next year with a bigger celebration. But we the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Auxiliary will never let that happen. You know, although we can't be within our beautiful old courthouse today like we were a couple of years ago with standing room only when we celebrated the 100 anniversary that ended War War I, we can be here and we are here to remember and celebrate Veterans Day. Large or small gathering makes no difference, we will always remember Veterans Day. You know, it's Veterans of Foreign Wars and its members are an organization whose primary mission is to serve and care for those who have served. We understand that Veterans Day has a deep significance. To us here today it isn't just another day overlooked and ignored, to the more than 1.5 million members of the VFW and the VFW Auxiliary it's a day to celebrate. A day to honor the millions of Soldiers, Marines, Sailors, Airmen, and Coastguards men who have selflessly gone where ever and whenever they were called."
Hume also acknowledged the birthday of the Unites States Marine Corps which was November 10th. He applauded the Marine attending the event who was Newton Johnson.
"Veterans Day is not just for those who died in service. Veterans Day is mainly for those still living. But we also remember those who have served and have since passed," said Hume before inviting all those in attendance to name family members who have served.
Newton Johnson, Post 8904 Senior Vice, placed the memorial wreath before taps was sounded by Post Commander Gene Hutto for all those who have served and passed whether in war time or peace time.
November 11, 2020 - Tragedy struck a local family changing their lives forever last August. Their story inspired Debra Schiron, who is a designer with Origami Owl, to nominate the Masterson Family on the Live Sparkly campaign. Schiron's reason is to "give healing and a new start to parents after tragic loss of their three children."
The annual Live Sparkly “Share the Sparkle” campaign was created as a way for the Origami Owl community to bless individuals or families who could use a little sparkle in their lives.
Voting ends Friday, November 13, 2020. To view their story and to vote, click the following link - http://www.livesparkly.com/masterson/.
November 11, 2020 - The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors along with Lisa and Roderick Jones, owners of White Cottage Mercantile, will welcome Chamber members to a Business After Hours event on Thursday, November 12th from 5:00 until 6:30pm.
White Cottage Mercantile will showcase the fun selection of inventory while at the same time Chamber members will have an opportunity to network with each other in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. There will also be food and entertainment.
White Cottage Mercantile specializes in customized handcrafted rustic wood furniture. They build from locally sourced wood both reclaimed and new. They also have an extensive selection of delicious gourmet foods such as soups, sauces, salsas, pastas, popcorn and so much more. And yes, they have Moon Pies. You will also find a large selection of home décor and gift items. Christmas is right around the corner so visit White Cottage Mercantile to do your Christmas shopping.
White Cottage Mercantile is located at 401 Hurst Street. Look for the pink bunny.
For more information please contact the Chamber at 936-598-3682 or visit info@shelbycountychamber.com.
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