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October 28, 2020 - The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend thanks to the public and local media outlets for their assistance with helping us locate and safely bring home Ashiyah Patton. Patton was returned home on October 28, 2020. Our press release received numerous tips and hundreds of Facebook shares, and this is what helped officers bring him home.
Donna Hughes, Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 – the SCSO is very appreciative of your quick response and eagerness to assist, in not only this situation but each time you are needed. We thank you.
We are very fortunate to live in a county that pulls together in the time of need.
October 26, 2020 - Tri-County will have a Produce Drop this Wednesday, October 28 at 9:30am at lower end of Ivan Smith Parking lot. For more information please contact LaTisha Stanberry at 936-598-6315 ext 501.
Pictured are (from left): Jerry Agnew, Ron Barker, Paul Ragan, Alan Ricketson, Detective Sgt. Nicole Faulkner, Sammy Arnold, Clay Ihlo, and Sheriff Willis Blackwell.
October 22, 2020 - Sam Samford Lodge 149 in Center, to show support for law enforcement, gathered bags full of stuffed animals for law enforcement and first responders to give the stuffed animals to children who may be in the middle of a difficult time and need comfort.
Lodge members present for the donation were: Paul Ragan, Worshipful Master; Alan Ricketson, Senior Warden; Jerry Agnew, Junior Warden; Ron Barker, Steward; Sammy Arnold, Chaplain; Clay Ihlo, Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master and Treasurer of the Lodge.
Receiving the stuffed on behalf of the Center Police Department Detective Sgt. Nicole Faulkner and Shelby County Sheriff's Department Sheriff Willis Blackwell.
To the People of Shelby County and Area Churches:
October 20, 2020 - On behalf of the entire Bonner family of Joaquin, we would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for the prayers lifted up during our recent bouts with the Covid-19 virus. It is truly a blessing to live among such caring and sincere people. We believe those prayers for healing were answered as those family members are doing better and on the mend. What a testament to the power of prayer and to the power of Almighty God! What an awesome God we serve. God is good!
Once again, thank you all so much.
May God Bless You All,
Sincerely,
The Bonner Family
Randy, Jeannette and Family
Zach, Laurie and Family
David, Holly and Family
Mark, Debbie and Family
Tim, Jenifer and Family
Justin, Callie and Family
October 19, 2020 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society did not have their regular monthly meeting this past Saturday, but the October Challenge, "The Eyes Have It," was done virtually. Club members posted three of their favorite photographs, with "EYES" being the main subject, for voting and critique by fellow members. To view all the Challenge Photos view the PWPS Flickr page, https://www.flickr.com/groups/pineywoodsphotographic/ or "Like" our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/PineyWoodsPhoto/.
The PWPS is a club for all levels of camera enthusiasts, whether a beginner or more advanced, we offer something for everyone. For more information about the Piney Woods Photographic Society contact any club member or Billie F. Jones, 936-591-2426.
October Challenge Winners - "The Eyes Have It"
1st Place Tie - "1 More Pic for Mom" by Summer Kontonski
1st Place Tie - "Pretty Girl Tahoe" by Anna Jones
2nd Place - "Eye on You" by Bobbie Jean Wood
3rd Place - "The Stare" by Billie F. Jones
October 13, 2020 - A new member ribbon cutting was hosted at C&J A/C and Electrical on Tuesday, October 13th to welcome them as the newest members of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce.
Owners Carl Jernigan and his wife Vicki were welcomed by Ambassador President Stephanie Elswick who spoke on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors, "We are here to welcome C&J A/C to our business community in Center. They have been a part of Tenaha's community for 30 years, I believe, and we are very happy to have them here."
Carl Jernigan thanked everyone who attended the ribbon cutting and thanked them for their support, "We appreciate everything about Shelby County so far; its been actually a blessing to work out of Shelby County. The move to Center was, a couple of motivations behind it, of course Center's the hub of Shelby County and its an ideal location to operate out of." Jernigan gave the second reason being the next generation which are the future of the business, "I don't see myself retiring any time soon, but I see myself slowing down a little bit and I'm relinquishing more and more power and authority and control to the next generation because they are on top of what the generations are expecting and what they want. Fortunately, I'm really confident in doing that because over the past several years they've definitely shown they have the attitude and the drive and the will to give customers exactly what I've always wanted to give customers and that's the best job you can give them, the satisfaction of a job well done and honesty and fairness."
The next generation of C&J A/C mentioned by Carl Jernigan are Joshua Jernigan, Lauren Jernigan Smith and her husband Sean Smith.
C&J A/C and Electrical is a family owned business started in 1990 by Carl Jernigan. For 30 years, C&J A/C and Electrical has been dedicated to providing the best possible cooling and heating solutions for you home or business. The trained technicians keep customers up to date with new laws and energy saving technology offering the safest and most efficient equipment for your home or business.
C&J A/C and Electrical is located at 955 Southview Circle, in the old Radioshack building. Hours are Monday – Friday 7am – 5pm. They also offer 24/7 Emergency Service for their customers.
October 9, 2020 - Shelby County Outreach Ministries would like to say 'Thank You' to Brookshire Brothers in Center.
On May 14th, they launched an initiative to raise money to provide food to those who have lost jobs, income, and their health due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Customers were given the opportunity to donate $1, $3, or $5 during checkout. For every customer donation, Brookshire Brothers matched it dollar for dollar!
The money raised through this effort will help Shelby County Outreach Ministries continue to feed the hungry and assist the needy in Shelby County.
We want to thank all the generous customers and Brookshire Brothers for their efforts and support. Together, we can do more and make a difference.
October 8, 2020 - Shelby County Outreach Ministries will be closed on Monday, October 12th in observance of Columbus Day. Food boxes will be available on Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 2pm. We are sorry for the inconvenience this may cause you. We hope you have a blessed holiday.
From left: Johnny Montemayor and Dr. Kyle Coffin stand beside Montemayor's watercolor "Chickens."
October 7, 2020 - The COVID-19 pandemic mantra has been 'we are in this together' and Kyle Coffin, DDS is putting actions to the words by reaching out to local artists.
On September 28, the Facebook page Kyle S. Coffin DDS, PLLC posted, "We know that the art community has been hurt by the covid-19 pandemic with art galleries closed and trade shows not happening. We want to display your work on our walls and will share it on our social media pages (while giving our office a fresh look, of course)." With the post was an image of artwork by Jack Bartlett, an oil on canvas "Fall Water."
“Fall Water” by Jack Bartlett - Oil on canvas
Dr. Coffin was excited to share on October 6th, artwork by Johnny Montemayor will also be displayed at his office located at 514 Tenaha Street, Center, Texas.
The artwork is available for purchase as well as contact information for the artist if you wish to commission work.
October 4, 2020 (Photos coming soon) - A fun fan favorite of the East Texas Poultry Festival is the Strut, Cluck, and Crow Chicken Clucking Contest which was held Saturday, October 3rd with a large crowd attending. Youngsters of all ages took to the stage competing for Chicken Clucking bragging rights.
The following won their divisions:
Peeps (Ages 5 and under)
1st place - Maggie Mathews
2nd place - Carson Russell
3rd place - Joanna Lowe
Honorable Mention: Amelia Windham
Chicks (Ages 6-11)
1st place - Olivia Lowe
2nd place - Jebediah Lowe
3rd place - Caitlyn Madden
Honorable Mention: Vance Payne, Nicholas Volz, Carrie Mathews
Pullets (Ages 12-16)
1st place - Andrew Volz
2nd place - Abby Burkhalter
3rd place - Joel Volz
Roosters and Hens (Ages 17 and up)
1st place - William Jacobs
2nd place - Clayton Paul Windham
3rd place - Logan Vincent
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