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By Lane Dunn CEA AG/NR and Feleshia Thompson CEA FCH
September 10, 2024 - The Shelby County 4-H program ushered in a new year of youth development with a vibrant and inspiring kick-off event held at County Extension Office on September 9th. The ceremony celebrated the achievements of the past year, welcomed new officers, and honored outstanding contributions from both individuals and local businesses.
Gold Star Award: (from left) Lane Dunn, Camille Greer, and Feleshia Thompson
The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the esteemed Gold Star Award, 4-H’s highest honor, which was bestowed upon Camille Greer. This award recognizes exceptional 4-H members who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, commitment, and contributions to their community. Camille, an 8 year veteran of the program, and a 4th generation Gold Star recipient has been lauded for her innovative projects and dedication to mentoring younger members. “It’s an incredible honor,” said Camille. “I’m grateful for the support of my family, my leaders, and all my fellow 4-H members.”
The ceremony also saw the unveiling of new leadership for the coming year. Camille Greer was announced as the new President, Avery Metcalf as 1st Vice President, and Conner Nutt as 2nd Vice President, Landree Jousan as Secretary, Carter Greer as Assistant Secretary, Cassie Nutt as Treasurer, Luke Jousan as Reporter, Della Groves as Parliamentarian and Mia Munoz as Club Program/Activity Leader. These individuals were elected to guide the program with fresh perspectives and renewed energy.
I Dare You Award: (from left) Lane Dunn, Avery Metcalf, and Feleshia Thompson
Another significant accolade, the I Dare You Award, was presented to Avery Metcalf and Conner Nutt, two promising young 4-H members recognized for their potential and enthusiasm. This award aims to inspire the next generation of leaders by acknowledging those who show great promise and dedication. “Avery and Conner embody the spirit of 4-H,” said Feleshia Thompson. “Their passion and commitment to growth are truly inspiring.”
I Dare You Award: (from left) Lane Dunn, Conner Nutt, and Feleshia Thompson
The Friend of 4-H Award, which acknowledges outstanding support from local businesses, was given to Despino Tire Service. This year, Despino Tire Service was recognized for their unwavering support of 4-H initiatives, from sponsoring events to providing resources and mentoring. “Despino Tire Service has been an invaluable partner in our mission,” said Lane Dunn. “Their support has made a significant impact on our programs and the lives of our members.”
Jerrod Nutt accepts the Friend of 4-H Award on behalf of Despino Tire Service
The event was not only a celebration of past achievements but also a rallying call for the upcoming year. As new officers take their posts and new projects take shape, the 4-H community looks forward to another year of growth, learning, and service.
For more information on how to get involved with 4-H or to support upcoming events, please visit Texas A&M Extension Service Shelby County on Facebook or contact us the County Extension Office at 936-598-7744.
About 4-H
4-H is a youth development program that empowers young people to become productive citizens and leaders through hands-on learning in various fields including agriculture, science, and leadership. With a focus on practical skills and community involvement, 4-H programs foster growth and development in young people across the nation.
For further inquiries, please contact:
Lane Dunn, CEA AG/NR
Shelby County
936-598-7744
jldunn@ag.tamu.edu
Feleshia Thompson, CEA FCH
Shelby County
936-598-7744
feleshiathompson@ag.tamu.ed
Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating.
September 6, 2024 - Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library programs for September 10-14.
Please note there will be no Preschool Storytime on Wednesday, September 11.
- Wednesday, September 11, 1pm - Adult Crafternoon class
- Saturday, September 14, 10:30 - Crafts for 6th grade and up
It's "Get a Library Card Month"! Come by the library and get a library card (They're Free!) Let us tell you about our renovation project!
September 5, 2024 - The Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library is pleased to announce the awarding of the Tocker Foundation Library Transformation Grant in the amount of $100,000. The Tocker Foundation promotes public libraries in communities of 12,000 or less. The Tocker Foundation was established in 1964 to implement the philanthropic interests of Phillip and Olive Tocker. Mr. Tocker was an attorney and built an outdoor advertising business in Waco, TX. In 1993 and 1994, Mr. and Mrs. Tocker endowed the foundation with their estates.
Since 1992, the Tocker Foundation has been supporting small rural libraries to make library services more accessible to the public. The foundation partners with libraries to meet the particular needs of the community. The Executive Director of the foundation is Darryl Tocker.
The Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library has been serving Center and the surrounding area in its present location on Tenaha Street since 1974. The library is planning a major interior renovation in late fall consisting of new shelves, furniture, carpet, lighting, and amenities to make the library more inviting and user-friendly for the public. An enlarged children’s area, a teen area, and a comfortable reading area are also planned. An open house to celebrate our 50th anniversary is also being planned.
The generous grant from the Tocker Foundation will cover most of the cost of the renovation, but it will not entirely cover the cost of the renovation. The library invites civic groups, corporations, businesses, patrons, and concerned citizens to support this historic project. We invite interested parties to visit the library and receive more information about this exciting event or you may call the library at 936-598-5522.
Sandra Davis, Library Director
September 4, 2024 - On Monday, September 2, 2024, VFW Post 8904 and the Auxiliary held a wreath-laying in honor of V J (Victory over Japan) Day. On this day, 79 years ago, aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, the Japanese signed the instrument of surrender that ended World War II.
The program was held at the Veterans Memorial on the grounds of the 1885 Historic Courthouse. Past Post Commander Gene Hutto placed the Memorial Wreath in honor of all who served in the Pacific.
September 3, 2024 - HOPE Community Medicine would like to share our calendar to let you know where our Mobile Clinic will be set up each day it is out. Our Mobile Clinic is fully equipped to provide comprehensive medical services including but not limited to Flu and COVID testing and treatment, Preventive Care, OB/GYN services, Pediatric Primary Care, DOT Physicals, and much more.
Please call 936-598-2717 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Photo submitted by Larry Hume. From left: Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison, Richard Roddy with Maq, Leigh Porterfield, Carroll Ray Miller, Gene Hutto, Kenneth Ramsey, Mary Fausett, Theresa Hume, Carolyn Umbrell, Jan Ramsey, Richard Lundie, Mary Roberts, Derrick Roberts, and Ike Reeves.
September 3, 2024 - On Friday, August 30, 2024, members of VFW Post 8904 and the Auxiliary gathered at the Veterans Memorial on the grounds of the 1885 Historic Courthouse and remembered those veterans who served in "Operation Iraqi Freedom," which began on March 20, 2003 and ended on August 31, 2010.
Post Chaplain Richard Lundie gave the invocation followed by Quartermaster Mary Roberts giving the history of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
"The war in Iraq began on March 20, 2003, and continued until August 31, 2010. It has been twelve years since the end of hostilities, and it is our duty as fellow veterans and citizens to ensure this piece of history and sacrifices made are never forgotten... During the Iraq War, 4,486 Americans paid the ultimate sacrifice, including Shelby County's own U.S. Army Specialist Larry E. Polley, Jr. in January of 2004. Larry graduated from Center High School in 2001 and was 20 years old when killed in action. Many more Americans suffered wounds and loss of limbs in that war."
Post Sr. Vice Kenneth Ramsey placing the Memorial Wreath.
Post Senior Vice Kenneth Ramsey laid the memorial wreath in honor of all Iraq Veterans. Then in honor of all fallen Iraq War Veterans, those who survived but have since passed, taps was performed by bugler, Past Post Commander Gene Hutto.
August 29, 2024 - Need a Ride? Brazos Transport can get you where you need to go.
Demand and Response Service: A shared ride, curb to curb service for individuals who are either non-disabled or disabled. Service Area: Within Shelby County, Wednesday 7am-3pm.
How to schedule a trip:
Call Dispatch: 979-778-4480 or 1-800-272-0039 & be prepared to give the scheduler the following information:
- Your name, phone number, and complete pick-up address.
- The date you would like transportation.
- The time you want to arrive at your destination. The complete address of your destination, including suite and/or building, doctor’s name, phone number, etc.
- Your return address.
- If a personal Care Attendant or companion will accompany you. Your application for service must be signed by your physician for your PCA to ride free of charge.
- If you will be using a wheelchair, scooter, or other mobility device.
Si requiere esta información en español, por favor póngase en contacto con BTD en 979-778-0607
Dispatch/Reservations (800)272-0039 (979)778-4480; Main Office (979)-778-0607, 2117 Nuches Ln. Bryan TX, 77803 www.btd.org
This service is only offered on Wednesdays. Scheduling begins a week before, it is a first come – first serve service. The cost is $3.50 per ride, $7 round trip. The transport is for in-county trips only at this time. Hopefully, this is just a start of the service and the days of service will increase.
August 29, 2024 - Chamber of Commerce members and ambassadors attended a ribbon cutting at Diamond B Cafe in Center to celebrate and welcome business owner Marty Brandon once again to the business community on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
Shelby County Chamber of Commerce President Deborah Chadwick spoke before presenting Marty Brandon with his Chamber plaque, “Marty, he’s been giving us coffee and great muffins for over a year now at Diamond B Coffee and here we are at Diamond B Cafe. And I know you’ve been open a few months already and we’ve all had breakfast and lunch here but I just want to welcome Diamond B Cafe to the Chamber.”
“I’m glad to be in the chamber again, you all know, we always support the chamber and they support us much that I can’t believe all of y’all are here,” said Diamond B Cafe owner Marty Brandon. “It is so exciting, I mean, I didn’t think we would get to the cafe this fast but the Lord provided opportunities.” Brandon shared how much he is loving being in the kitchen because he loves people and loves food. He did say he plans to expand to serving dinner on Thursdays along with the Fridays and Saturdays they have now.
Brandon added before giving thanks to all who attended the ribbon cutting, “It is the most fun I’ve ever had, it beats digging post holes. Diamond B Coffee is still my baby. We go over there, we had a meeting yesterday, we love it and I’m there every morning 5 o’clock but this is really exciting too.”
Diamond B Cafe offers a full breakfast menu which includes waffles, pancakes, omelets, hearty breakfast plates, and his famous quiche. For lunch, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and special lunch plates are available. Diamond B Cafe is open Monday thru Saturday 6am until 2pm and on Sundays 7am until 2pm. He has recently started serving dinner on Fridays until 5pm and Saturdays until 8pm. Check the Diamond B Cafe facebook page for daily specials. Diamond B Cafe is located at 246 Tenaha Street, Center, Texas 75935.
August 28, 2024 - Timpson Volunteer Fire Department received a grant from Enbridge to purchase cribbing and a gas monitor.
Cribbing is used during a rescue to stabilize a vehicle to prevent further injury to the occupant or to the rescuers. The new cribbing is now in operation on the rescue truck. The benefit of this cribbing is huge for the department for both health and safety. The new cribbing by Turtle plastic can be washed after each use and doesn’t absorb chemicals as traditional wood cribbing does. Another advantage is being able to carry more cribbing due to its stack-ability inside the rescue truck.
The gas monitor will be used to detect any harmful gases as well as possible explosions. Timpson VFD will continue to train on the use of these items.
A huge thanks to Enbridge for showing their support of the Timpson VFD.
August 27, 2024 - A new member ribbon cutting was held for CT’s Space Place on Thursday, July 11th to welcome them to the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce business community.
Chamber of Commerce President Deborah Chadwick shared, “We are excited to have CT’s Space Place as a new member.” She added, “Especially with our summer heat around here there is such a need for climate controlled. So, thank you so much for filling that need and we are excited to have you as new members.”
Daphne LaRock spoke for CT’s Space Place, “We are excited to be here, we have 26 units, we have three different sizes available and we will start renting today after we get this ribbon cuttin’ going on. We are excited and thank y’all for having us.” Unit sizes available are 5x10, 8x10, and 12x12.
CT’s Space Place, owned by Chris Tyre shared, “You’ll be able to come in 7 days a week, 7 to 7. I didn’t want to leave it all night because I think if you leave it all night, you are just asking for trouble.” Additional security on site includes a key card entry and monitored security cameras.
Added features includes each unit has a light and there is a large access door available when needed by request.
CT’s Space Place is conveniently located at 807 Hurst Street, Suite E. It is a clean and well maintained storage facility using key card controlled access which is open 7 days a week from 7am until 7pm. There are 3 different sizes of storage spaces available. Discounts available if paid 12 months in advance. Keep your belongings safe from extreme temperatures, humidity and unauthorized access. Contact them to reserve a space at 936-590-0271 or 936-590-1770.
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