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May 24, 2022 - The Center Police Department Auxiliary will be selling shirts to help support our officers/families in times of need, and also to add to our Scholarship fund. This is our “Back the Blue" Patriotic shirt that we will be selling for the public to purchase and hope to have in by 4th of July. We will be doing some pre-sale orders, but will also order extra to sell later. Hopefully will have in time for the Battle of the Badges Community Blood Drive on Friday, July 8, 2022.
Please contact Amy, or a CPD employee, or come by the PD to place your order. Pre-sales end May 30th, and all money needs to be in to place the order to ensure plenty of time for arrival. Paypal accepted.
Scholarship recipient Gage Weldon pictured with Garden Club members. From left: (standing) Gage Weldon, Alison Scull, (seated) Carolyn Bounds and Cherry Jones.
May 24, 2022 - Center Garden Club met on May 11th in the home of hostess Alison Scull. The club was pleased to recognize a special guest, its 2022 scholarship recipient Gage Weldon from Joaquin High School.
Gage will be attending SFA in the fall majoring in forestry and minoring in horticulture. The club’s other scholarship recipient Chandler Jones from Center High School was unable to attend the meeting.
Other guests included Luciana Barr and Merry Carnes. The group enjoyed an end-of-year video program produced by Buster Bounds recapping the many garden club activities throughout the 2021-2022 year. They also enjoyed both a delicious luncheon served by Mrs. Scull and warm fellowship. The club is looking forward to celebrating National Garden Week the first week of June with a special plant exhibition and then resuming regular monthly meetings beginning the second Wednesday in September.
From left: (Back row) Jennifer Wright, Leigh Porterfield, Janette Wittmann, (Front row) Madalyn Bryant, Kinsey Bryant, Tim Verner
May 23, 2022 - On April 26, 2022, the Center Garden Club sponsored the program “Nature in Music” at First Baptist Church for the community. This lecture/recital was designed and written by Janette Wittmann, local music teacher and Garden Club member, whose purpose was to remind the audience of how nature has influenced the development of music since time began. Music has been our vehicle to express our thoughts and feelings through sound. Throughout history, composers have used the muse Nature for inspiration.
Information was cited for the following categories included in Mrs. Wittmann’s exploration of nature’s influence on our music: seasons, water, birds, mountains, hills and valleys, prairies and meadows, trees, garden critters, flowers, and air and wind. For each of the natural categories, examples of orchestral, movie music, spiritual, opera, children’s songs, songs of yesteryear, choral, madrigals and rounds, Christmas, ballet, cowboy, college songs, patriotic, metaphysical, folk songs, sacred, pop and other genre.
Performers for the event included students Kinsey and Madalyn Bryant, Mrs. Jennifer Wyatt, Mrs. Wittmann, and guest performers Mrs. Leigh Porterfield and Tim Verner.
Examples illustrating the different categories were: “Over the Rainbow” (Vocal - Leigh P.), “Waiting for Sunrise” (Piano – Kinsey B.), “Icicles” (Piano – Kinsley B.), “The Engulfed Cathedral” (Piano – Tim V.), “The Birch Tree” (Piano and Gusli – Madalynn B.), “Trees” (Vocal – Leigh P.), “Kuckoo” (German Vocal – Madalyn B.), “Yellow Butterflies” (Piano- Kinsey B.), “Jumpin Junebugs” (Piano – Madalyn B.), “Blue Daisies” (Piano – Jennifer W.), and “Cotton Bale Blues” (Piano – Janette W.).
In final segment of the program, Mrs. Wittmann also introduced several unusual instruments: the “Sea Organ” in Zadar, Croatia and the Jean Siblius Monument of six hundred pipes in Helsinki, Finland. Mrs. Wittmann had visited both of the unusual instruments. She also introduced the beautiful manual Stalactite Organ located in the Virginia’s Luray Caverns which Center’s own Ann Harmon had once played. Mrs. Wittmann also cited the annual ice music festival held in Geilo, Normay where instruments are carved from ice and then played. In conclusion she encouraged everyone to view these musical wonders on YouTube.
From left: Carolyn Bounds, Janette Wittmann, and Cherry Jones
Through this most informative, inspirational, and moving program, produced and narrated by Mrs. Wittmann, the audience became vastly more aware of how the marriage of nature and music is therapeutice and inspirational, expressing beauty and showing us as Louis Armstrong used to sing: “What a Wonderful World!”
May 23, 2022 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society (PWPS) held their regular monthly meeting this past Saturday. There was a workshop given by Billie Jones on how to photograph motion and post processing your photographs. If you are interested in learning more about how to take a better photograph or just want to associate with others who share your passion of photography, join the PWPS for their their next meeting in June. Always lots of fun with discussions on cameras, photographs, post processing, field trips, etc.
The May Challenge "Patterns/Leading Lines" featured at least 3 photographs submitted by club members for favorite voting and discussions. The challenge photos included patterns or leading lines, whether specific or implied. To view all the challenge photos check out PWPS Flickr page, https://www.flickr.com/groups/pineywoodsphotographic/.
May Challenge - Patterns/Leading Lines
1st Place Favorite: Bobbie Jean Wood, Forcheta
2nd Place Favorite: Anna Jones, Run Ryleigh Run
3rd Place Favorite: Janice Carter, Leading Lines
May 20, 2022 - The contractor has completed construction activities that inhibited the safe use of the facilities at Perry Sampson Park. While the work is not yet entirely complete, as some minor items remain, control and site responsibilities were returned to the City after yesterday’s project inspection. This allows for daily access during regular park hours, sunrise until 11 PM daily, to resume.
This project was funded through a grant from Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife, matched with local funds contributed from Tyson Foods and the City of Center. Permanent recognition of Tyson Foods will be installed on site to commemorate this generous gift which made this project possible.
The renovation project included complete replacement of all playground equipment and swings, resurfacing of the existing basketball court, installation of a covered pavilion over the basketball court with lighting, rehabilitation of the existing pavilion, partial perimeter fencing, and installation of handicap-accessible routes to all park features. All these features were installed while enhancing the site grading, improving drainage, removing detrimental trees, installing new grass areas and adding additional trash cans, benches, picnic tables and iconic entrance.
A ceremony will soon be scheduled for rededication and official reopening of this historic park by the City.
May 17, 2022 - Kathy Luna is listed among students on the Midwestern State University Dean’s Honor Roll. Luna is a Shelbyville High School 2021 graduate and is majoring in Pre-Radiologic Technology.
Midwestern State University Announces Spring Honor Rolls
Midwestern State University recognized 1,040 honor students for the Spring 2022 semester. The President's Honor Roll included 426 students, the Provost's Honor Roll included 284 students and the Dean's Honor Roll included 330 students.
A student who completes 12 hours in one semester with no grade lower than A (4.0) will be included on the President's Honor Roll. The student cannot have semester grades of I, WF or NC.
A student who completes 12 hours in one semester with a grade point average of 3.75 to 3.99 and no grade lower than C will be included on the Provost's Honor Roll. The student cannot have semester grades of I, WF or NC.
A student who completes a 12 hours in one semester with a grade point average of 3.50 to 3.74 and no grade lower than C will be included on the Dean's Honor Roll. The student cannot have semester grades of I, WF or NC.
May 12, 2022 - The 2nd Saturday in May is when Mail Carriers try to Stamp Out Hunger by collecting non-perishable donations in a bag by your mailbox. Saturday, May 14th is the day this year and the National Assocation of Letter Carriers (NALC) asks everyone to "Help us, Help Someone." The bags will be picked up and delivered to the local food bank. This is the 30th Annual Letter Carriers' Food Drive.
Fill a bag. Help feed families. Bag healthy, non-perishable food items and place by your mailbox for your letter carrier to pick up and deliver to food banks and pantries in your community!
From left: (Seated) Cheryl Alexander - Shelbyville, Paola Rangle-Grande - Shelbyville, Syreeta Johnson - Timpson, Jody Stephens - Center, Terri Snider - Excelsior, (Back row) Bree Bearden - Shelbyville, Katha Wyatt - Tenaha, Donny Johnson - Center, Connie Hooper - Center, Lori Center - Timpson, Dee Elliott - Timpson, and Joanna Huckabee - Tenaha. Not pictured: Zonia Corbell - Center and Shane Corbell - Center.
May 9, 2022 (More Photos) - The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Elementary Teacher of the Year is Syreeta Johnson, a teacher at Timpson Elementary. The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Secondary Teacher of the Year is Paola Rangel-Grande, a teacher at Shelbyville High School. Congratulations to these outstanding Educators!
Mary Lynn Tinkle introduced and announced the two Shelby County teachers. Speaking about the Elementary Teacher of the Year, Syreeta Johnson, Tinkle began with a quote by Rita Pierson, 'Every child deserves a champion, an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they become the best they can be.' Tinkle shared the champion for Johnson was her third grade teacher Mrs. Vicky Edge, who was the 2002 teach of the year. She continued to explain, "[Johnson's] journey to becoming a teacher was not a straight path but a winding road that led to where she is meant to be. Interestingly, teaching was not her first career choice. Her original life plan was to go into Fashion Merchandising and become a buyer for Neiman Marcus. While attending college, she worked as a substitute teacher on days she didn't have classes and it was then she realized there were so many students like her in her very own community that had yet to meet their champion. It was this 'aha' moment that led her to realize that the impact of fashion is fleeting but the impact of teaching is forever."
Introducing the Shelby County Secondary Teacher of the Year, Tinkle described Paola Rangel-Grande's life of moving to a country were she didn't speak the language and faced many challenges while adjusting to a new life to being a teacher who speaks four languages. "By letting her students know that she faced the same shame and despair that they sometimes feel when struggling to learn something new - two things happen - they learn to trust her and know they have someone in their corner fighting for them. You can't be what you never see. Having our Secondary Teacher of the Year as a role model and mentor, students see an example of a person that faced many of the same challenges they face but did not give up or use it as an excuse for failure but instead gritted her teeth, worked hard and found great success! She gives students the skills, support, and knowledge and encouragement to overcome their own obstacles in pursuit of achieving their own goals. Our secondary teacher of the year's future goals are focused on her students as her parents did for her, she hopes to teach and inspire students to broaden their view of the world, learn about other cultures, learn a new language and inspire them to travel knowing that all this can not only enhance their personal lives but will give them more career opportunities."
The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Teacher Appreciation reception, presented by Badders Law Firm and hosted by the Shelby County Chamber, was held on Wednesday, May 4 at the Windham Civic Center in Center at 4:30 p.m. The reception is held annually to salute and recognize the dedicated administrations and teaching staff of all the Shelby County school districts. The Chamber of Commerce Education committee presented each school campus Teacher of the Year with a Certificate of Recognition and announced the Shelby County Teacher of the Year for Elementary and Secondary schools. This is a time when gratitude and appreciation is expressed to the educators throughout the county. Congratulations to all the Campus winners!!
Thank you to all the table sponsors and businesses who donated gifts for door prizes!
Gold sponsors for the event are Farmers State Bank and Shelby Savings Bank.
Thank you to the following Sponsors and Businesses who donated door prizes and/or gift for the Teacher Goody bags for the 2022 Annual Teacher Appreciation.
Presenting Sponsor: Badders Law Firm
Gold Sponsors: Farmers State Bank and Shelby Savings Bank
Silver Sponsors: H&R Block, McWilliams & Son and Ray Jones Chevrolet
Table Sponsors: American State Bank, Blake Furniture, Century 21 Action Team, Mathew Realty, McDonalds, Panola College, Sonic Drive-In, Town & Country Real Estate and Windham Family Dental
Spotlight Tables: Hospice Plus, Impressions Advertising and Shelby Insurance Agency
Additional sponsors: Ace Hardware, Blake Furniture, Center Floral & Coffee Shop, Center Health and Harmony, Century 21 Action Team, Citizen’s Bank, Deb’s Boutique, Farmers State Bank, Hello Beautiful, Hot Headz Salon, Lasting Impressions, Light and Champion, Mathews Real Estate, McDonalds, McWilliams & Son A/C and Heating, Mooney’s Emporium, Panola College – Shelby County, Payne & Payne Home N’Suchlike, Primp Salon & Spa, Rio Theater, Shelby County Chamber of Commerce, Shelby County Today, Southern Reign Boutique, Sugar Rush Artisan Bakery, The Balcony, Toledo Automotive Supply, Town and Country Real Estate, T&R Steaks & More, What-A-Burger, White Cottage Mercantile, and Zack’s Tint Shop
May 9, 2022 - Tri-C Head Start Center Base and Shelby Home Base are now taking applications for the 2022-2023 program year.
We accept children 6 weeks to 5 years old after September 1.
To complete an application you will need copies of your child’s birth certificate, insurance card, WIC card (if applicable), SNAP award letter, immunization record, and proof of income (W2, Tax return, SSI/SSD award letter, check stubs, etc.).
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Kristle Soto at (936) 657-4740 for the Center Base option and Vera Boxley at (936) 598-6315 Ext. 304 for the Home Base option.
May 7, 2022 - Bee Keepers of Shelby County will be meeting at the library in Center this Saturday, May 7 from 12 to 2 pm.
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