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December 19, 2017 - Shelby County Outreach Ministries, Inc. will be closing at 1:00 pm on Friday, December 22nd for Christmas. All programs will also be closed on Monday, December 25th and Tuesday, December 26th. We will be opened at regular hours on Wednesday. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.
We want to wish you and your family a Blessed and Merry Christmas. Be safe and God Bless you.
Judge Rafferty draws the winning ticket with Officer Steve Thornburgh
December 19, 2017 - On Monday, December 18th winners were drawn at the court house with the help of Judge Leanne Rafferty and Center Police Department Officer Steve Thornburgh. Congratulations to our IPAD winner, Avery Faulkner, and to our Mossberg 410 Gun winner, Mark Hopkins. Another to big thank you to everyone that purchased raffle tickets for the gun drawing and everyone that brought in a toy for the IPAD drawing.
Monday the 18th was also the last day to turn in applications for Blue Santa. We will now start sorting through toys and lists to make sure we have all we need. No more applications will be accepted but you can still donate toys if you want to help out.
After hearing that she won the IPAD drawing, Avery Faulkner, a 13-year-old student of Shelbyville ISD said, “She felt in her heart that someone else could use the IPAD more than her.” She said she wanted to donate it to the Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center.
To accept the donation of the IPAD for the SCCAC was Executive Director Denise Merriman. Merriman states, “There are children that go there for counseling and interviews, and sometimes they have to wait, or they may be too nervous to talk to someone. Having the IPAD there for them to play on may make their time there a little less stressful.“
Merriman wants to thank Avery for her kind heart and says, “That not many 13-year-olds would give up such a nice prize.”
December 19, 2017 (photos coming soon) - Center Police Department Ladies Auxiliary along with Operation Blue Santa would like to thank everyone who came out and enjoyed Cookies & Cocoa with Santa. This was our first time, and it was a huge success, and will defiantly be an annual event for Operation Blue Santa. Everyone had a great time, and enjoyed delicious cocoa and a good variety of cookies, cake and popcorn. We would like to thank all our little elves who helped set up, decorate, serve food, take pictures, and collect toys. And of course a very big Thank you to Santa Clause! Already looking forward to next year, Thanks for making a Childs Christmas Blessed this year.
December 19, 2017 - Colette Metcalf sent in the following poem Jack Mack, years ago, would play on KDET at Christmastime. The tape recording of the peom he played was recited by Abe Snake.
The poem and additional Jack Mack's writings can be read at the library or the Shelby County Museum in the book, "Hey, Jack Mack!"
Was the night before Christmas and I'd just started to snore
When this piney-wood rooter come slidin' through the door
Grandma and Grandpa was dippin' their snuff,
And the reason I was in bed, I'd done had enough (snuff).
Then out across the road I heard such a clatter,
I run out on the porch to see what was the matter.
I was standing' there wondering what was makin' all them sounds,
When here come Robert Risigner after a pack of foxhounds.
He was screamin' and hollerin', tryin' to get 'em to stop,
And I heard Grandpa say "A fox what eats slop?"
About this time from out in the rear,
I heard somethin' sounded like a truck strippin' gears.
I jumped off the porch, ran around to the back,
And here come Jack Mack with that hog in a sack.
He run up the steps and fell through the door
'Cause he'd slipped where Grandpa had spit on the floor.
About this time, the hog split the sack,
And Risinger's foxhounds hit me right in the back.
I was scramblin' around tryin' to get my eyes to focus,
And here comes Robert and runs over bo'fus.
He jumped up and run, and I heard him holler:
"If they catch that rooter, I'll sell 'em all for a dollar!"
December 18, 2017 - The University of Texas at Tyler held fall 2017 commencement ceremonies December 15 – 16 and among the degree candidates recognized were two Shelby County graduates - Maggie Elizabeth Bush, a Timpson ISD graduate and Meagan Leigh Nehring, a Center ISD graduate.
Commencement speakers and the ceremonies during which they spoke were John E. Soules, Sr., chairman of the board at John Soules Foods – Colleges of Nursing and Health Sciences and Arts and Sciences, and James I. Perkins, president and chairman of Citizens 1st Bank – Colleges of Business and Technology, Education and Psychology and Engineering.
All ceremonies were held in the R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center.
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY (559 candidates)
Bachelor of Science
TIMPSON – Maggie Elizabeth Bush, human resource development.
COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES (405 candidates)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
CENTER – Meagan Leigh Nehring.
December 15, 2017 - The Center High School JCC students collected toys at the Christmas on Roughrider Drive Festival on December 14. The toys will be donated to the Center Police Department to help with their Blue Santa Program.
Pictured from left to right: JCC members: Taylor Nichols, Ana Guerrero, Brisieda Sanchez, and Alexis Fields
December 15, 2017 - Kaylin Burleson's senior government and economics classes delivered Christmas presents to students at F.L. Moffett.
Burleson, who named the project, "Mr. Haddox's Big Riders Caring/Sharing for Little Riders" after founder and former teacher Archie Haddox, asked teachers at F.L. Moffett for names of students they thought needed a Christmas wish.
The seniors at CHS received only their age and gender. The volunteers delivered to the FLM campus today.
"I had no trouble filling up the 23 names," Burleson said. "In fact my 2nd period class each took a name after I explained. Others then asked if they could just bring a toy and I said sure, so we took the initial wish list today along with those extras.
"I know had FLM sent more names these high school students would have answered the call to help the little ones, and I have to say watching our students engage with the little ones this morning was a blessing for me - they were so kind, caring, and gentle."
December 13, 2017 - Center Police Departments Ladies Auxiliary is happy to host, and would like to invite everyone to come enjoy Cookies and Cocoa with Santa, to benefit Blue Santa's Toy Drive, on Sunday, December 17th, 2017 2pm – 5pm at the Center Police Department.
There will be a Hot Cocoa bar with all the trimmings, whip cream, marshmallows, cinnamon, and sprinkles, and more along with yummy cookies, and cupcakes to enjoy. Children who get their pictures taken with Santa, will receive a Free printed copy. Blue Santa asks that everyone bring a new unwrapped toy (boys and girls of all ages,) books, or clothes to donate to Blue Santa’s Gift Program. Monetary donations are also welcomed.
Those that bring a toy in, will be entered into the drawing for a FREE 32gb IPAD! Don’t miss your chance to see Santa, and let Blue Santa help you make a child’s Christmas blessed this year!
Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department Wall of Honor
December 13, 2017 - On Saturday, December 9th, the Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department held it's annual Christmas Party at the Joaquin ISD Cafeteria.
After the fire department members and their families enjoyed a steak dinner, Chief Perry Pugh welcomed the guests, which included members of the Joaquin City Council, Joaquin Public Safety Development Corporation Board, Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Margie Anderson, Precinct 3 Constable Roy Cheatwood, and many others.
Assistant Chief Jeremy Boyett presented a plaque to Patrick Sandifer, who donated his time and skills to paint the department's newly acquired Army truck, which came from the Texas Forest Service on a grant.
Training Officer Stephen Ewing presented service awards. Ewing and Firefighter David Pierce were recognized for perfect attendance at the department's bi-monthly meetings. Chief Perry Pugh was given a certificate for making the most runs of any member for the year. Out of 54 calls for the year, Chief Pugh responded on 43 of them.
Ewing then presented six members with awards for years of service. In addition to a certificate for each firefighter who was recognized, their wives were also recognized. Ewing stated that being a volunteer firefighter is virtually impossible without the support of one's family. Firefighter Jesse Parent, along with his wife, Sarah, were presented with a certificate and a pin for five years of service. Ewing himself, and his wife, Tami, received an award for ten years of service. Assistant Fire Marshall Justin Boyett and his wife Katie received awards for 15 years of service. Assistant Chief Jeremy Boyett and his wife, SueSue, received awards for 25 years. Firefighter Michael Sandifer, and his wife, Rhonda, were not able to attend, but they were recognized for 30 years. Assistant Chief Steve Cockrell was presented with the department's first ever 45 year service award. Ewing stated "Big Steve has been here, literally from the start. This department was formed in 1973, and he was there. It's been a huge part of his life ever since." Steve's wife, Joyce, has been by his side for every one of his 45 years. She was awarded a 45 year pin as well.
Assistant Chief Jeremy Boyett took the floor to present the JVFD's annual Firefighter of the Year Award, which is voted on by the members. The honor went to Firefighter Nat Rodgers, who has been a firefighter for four years.
Boyett also spoke about the JVFD's Wall of Honor. The Wall was created in 2015, to recognize people who have been influential in the history and growth of the department. The four inaugural honorees were Steve Cockrell, former Fire Marshall Jim Hutto, Former Chief Mike Wood, and Former Chief Elmer Mathews. In 2016, Former Assistant Chief Jim Swindell, Former Assistant Chief Mike Cummings, Sr., and Former Firefighter Buddy Boyett were added to the Wall. This year, Former Driver/ Operator J.G. (Junior) Spurlock and Former Driver/ Operator Kenneth Spurlock were honored. J.G. Spurlock's daughters, Betty McDaniel and Sheila Fisher were presented with a plaque in honor of their father as his picture was added to the Wall. Kenneth Spurlock's daughter, Mary Lawrence, was also presented with a plaque as his picture was added. Both Spurlock brothers had multiple grandchildren and great grandchildren in attendance.
The JVFD would once again like to wish everyone in the 269 community a safe and Merry Christmas.
Assistant Chief Jeremy Boyett presents Firefighter Nat Rodgers with the annual Firefighter of the Year Award.
Boyett presents Sheila Fisher and Betty McDaniel with a plaque in honor of their father, J.G. (Junior) Spurlock's service to the JVFD. J.G. Spurlock was added to the JVFD Wall of Honor at the Christmas Party.
Jeremy Boyett presents Mary Lawrence with a plaque honoring her father, Kenneth Spurlock's service to the JVFD. Mr. Spurlock was added to the JVFD Wall of Honor Saturday night.
Ewing presents Assistant Fire Marshall Justin Boyett with a certificate and a 15 year service pin.
Ewing presents Assistant Chief Jeremy Boyett with a certificate and a 25 year service pin.
Assistant Chief Steve Cockrell shows off the plaque he received for 45 years of service.
Joaquin VFD Training Officer Stephen Ewing presents Firefighter David Pierce with a certificate for Perfect Attendance at fire meetings for 2017.
Training Officer Ewing presents Firefighter Jesse Parent with a certificate and pin thanking him for five years of service.
Ewing recognizes Fire Chief Perry Pugh for making the most calls in 2017
December 12, 2017 - Cline Family Medicine is excited to wish a happy 3-year anniversary to Laura Briggs!
Briggs says, "Three years ago the Lord opened up a door of opportunity when the position at Cline Family Medicine in Center fell into my lap. It has truly been a blessing to be able to serve this community! The relationships I have developed with my co-workers and patients are priceless! I am looking forward to many more years of being a member of the Cline Family Medicine team! "
Dr. Mark Cline would like everyone to know, “In her 3 years at Cline Family Medicine, Laura has distinguished herself by providing compassionate, high quality healthcare for a growing number of Shelby County families.
“She’s a pleasure to have with us and her patients love her!
“We invite you all to come by anytime to say hello and congratulate her.”
Cline Family Medicine was established in Center in December 2012. The clinic serves pediatrics through geriatrics. Open Monday through Friday for all types of physicals, well child exams and immunizations, minor injuries with in-house x-ray, complete primary care services and allergy testing and treatment. Dr. Cline, board certified physician, also has admitting privileges with Nacogdoches Medical Center. Laura Briggs, ACNP-BC and Candace Carter, FNP-C additionally care for patients in the Center clinic along with Dr. Cline.
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