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March 16, 2020 - This is Scary times these days, but the need for Blood has not went away! Donations are needed even more now. Please help Save Lives!
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will be set up at the Center Police Department hosting an Emergency Blood Drive in the parking lot on March 25th from 10am until 4pm. There will be two (2) donor coaches set up in the parking lot. Please spread the word and help us help others! One (1) donation helps saves 3 lives!
Contact Amy at the PD 936-598-2450 to sign up for scheduled times, or go to www.giveblood.org to schedule a time.
All attempted donors will receive a Free T-SHIRT!
March 19, 2020 - The Joaquin Senior Center will remain closed through Friday, May 1. During that time, we will reassess; any changes to this schedule will be posted.
Questions and information: 936/269-3975, Leave an answering machine message.
March 18, 2020 - Harvest for homes will have a produce drop tomorrow, Wedensday March 25, 9am at Ivan Smith parking lot near old Somberos. We are asking that due to COVID-19 "Coronavirus" that everyone remain in their cars until further instructions from staff are given please do not get out of your vehicle we will assist you from your car.
Any questions please call 598-6315 ext 501
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(Editor's Note: Due to the effect of COVID-19 on all activities locally and around the globe, we are re-running the 2017 article covering VFW Post 8904s Kosovo Remembrance Ceremony. With increased calls for social distancing to help prevent the spread of this virus, the event which would have occurred on March 24, 2020 was cancelled this year. However, if each of us take a moment to remember, they are never forgotten.)
March 28, 2017 - VFW Post 8904 and Auxiliary hosted a Kosovo remembrance at the Shelby County Veteran's Memorial on the Center square Friday, March 24, 2017.
The program was opened by Larry Hume, Quartermaster, followed by a prayer given by Cynthia Islas, Chaplain.
"Eighteen years ago on March 24, 1999 NATO launched an air campaign called Operation Allied Force, to halt the humanitarian devastation that was then unfolding in Kosovo, and the decision to intervene followed more than a year of fighting within that province and the failure of international efforts to resolve the conflict by diplomatic means," said Hume.
Hume stated, NATO announced the suspension of the air campaign on June 10, 1999 once it had concluded a military technical agreement with the federal republic of Yugoslavia. NATO casualties were light and the alliance suffered no fatalities as a result of combat operations.
"However, two American Army helicopter pilots Chief Warrant Officer David Gibbs and Kevin Riker died when their helicopter crashed in the early morning hours May 5, 1999," said Hume. "The crash was not due to enemy fire, but two of America's finest died on that day serving our country."
In remembrance, a memorial wreath was hung on the Shelby County Veteran's Memorial by Leigh Porterfield whose sister served in Kosovo.
March 22, 2020 - Although the PWPS was unable to hold their regular monthly meeting this past Saturday, the monthly challenge "Baby It's Cold Outside" was viewed online via Flickr and voted by members for their favorites. PWPS holds their monthly meeting the third Saturday of each month at the First United Methodist Church, 211 Porter St., Center, TX. They provide learning workshops and challenges each month to members and visitors alike.
The PWPS goal is to help you become a better photographer and give you a place to meet others who share your passion for photography. Featuring programs and activities with information and instruction for all skill levels in an environment of support and cooperation. To learn more about the Piney Woods Photographic Society meetings or memberships contact Billie F. Jones, 936-591-2426, like us on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/groups/PineyWoodsPhoto/. To view all the photographs submitted to the March challenge, check out our Flickr page, https://www.flickr.com/groups/pineywoodsphotographic/
March Challenge - Baby It's Cold Outside
First Place Favorite - Winter Fog by Billie F. Jones
2nd Place Favorite Tie - Yellowstone Fog by Donna Holt
2nd Place Favorite Tie - Snowy Morning in Shelbyville by Summer Koltonski
3rd Place Favorite - Simple Beauty by Bobbie Jean Wood
March 20, 2020 - No words are adequate to speak what is in our hearts. We are so thankful for our family, friends, and community for their constant prayers during our time of tragedy. We thank you for the outpouring of love and support for our family thru beautiful flowers, plants, gifts, and financial support. Your love and kindness has forever made an impact in our hearts.
March 20, 2020 - Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and social distancing, the Wreath Laying in honor of Kosovo Veterans that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 24th, 2020 at the Veterans Memorial, Historic Courthouse has been cancelled.
March 9, 2020 - Twenty-one years ago, on March 24, 1999 NATO launched an air campaign called Operation Allied Force to halt the humanitarian devastation that was then unfolding in Kosovo. The decision to intervene followed more than a year of fighting within the province and the failure of international efforts to resolve the conflict by diplomatic means.
NATO announced the suspension of the air campaign on June 10, 1999 once it had concluded a military technical agreement with the federal republic of Yugoslavia. NATO casualties were light, and the alliance suffered no fatalities as a result of combat operations.
VFW Post 8904 and the Auxiliary will conduct a wreath laying ceremony in honor of those who served in Kosovo at the Veteran’s Memorial on the grounds of the 1885 Historic Courthouse in Center on Tuesday, March 24th at 10am. As always, the public is invited to honor their fellow Americans.
March 19, 2020 - The RIO Theatre will open FRIDAY NIGHT ONLY, March 20th, with Bloodshot starring Vin Diesel and rated PG-13.
The box office opens at 7:00pm and the feature begins at 7:30pm and will be over at 9:10pm.
Admission is $7.00 for adults and $6.00 for children.
The RIO Theatre is staying in accordance with Covid-19 ruling to keep our community safe. We appreciate our customers and want everyone to stay well and watch our Facebook page or Shelby County Today for us to announce our re-opening when available.
March 19, 2019 - In efforts to help slow the COVID-19 outbreak, we are announcing a temporary closure to the public starting Monday, March 23rd, 2020 through April 3rd, 2020.
We will have staff in office to answer the phones and any questions that you may have. We apologize for any inconvenience but the safety of our staff and our county residents are a main concern at this point.
You have other payment options that can be utilized in lieu of in-person. You can still mail in your payments or for property tax: Go to co.shelby.tx.us and under “quick links”, “County offices”, “CountyAssessor/Collector"
March 19, 2020 - Shelby County Outreach Ministries will be closing ALL programs for the week of March 23 – March 27 with the exception of the Helping Hands Outreach Center. Helping Hands will be open only on Friday, March 27 from 10-2 in order to provide assistance.
The senior citizens that are currently being served through our senior programs have received extra meals that will cover them through the next 2 weeks. They will also receive calls to confirm that they are safe, and all is going well.
If you are scheduled to receive an emergency food box for the month of March, please come to the Helping Hands Outreach Center this week, March 19 – March 20, to receive it between the hours of 9-2. Our lobby is closed to the public, so we are asking all clients to come to the door, and we will assist them from there. You may be required to show your ID.
For information, please call us at 936-598-4990. Thank you.
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