What’s New for Shelby County 4-H; Membership Discount Ends November

October 19, 2018 - Calling all Shelby County youth and parents! Have you ever wanted to learn something new and different while having fun? Well we have it, from cooking, taking pictures, fashion, robotics, shooting sports, raising and showing livestock and much, much more for youth 3rd through 12th grades. Youth members may join now until October 31st for a $20 participation fee. Price changes November 1st to $25. Adults pay a $10 volunteer applicant fee. An active enrollment is required in order to register and participate in all 4-H activities and events.

Women on the Go Featuring 'Meeting the Needs of the Hungry through Volunteerism'

October 5, 2018 - You are invited to attend the Texas Extension Education Association Women on the Go Club, Thursday, October 11th from noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Extension office, located at 266 Nacogdoches Street in Center. Come out, bring a friend, and enjoy this learning experience.

Poultry Festival Broiler Sale Raises All-Time Record Sell of $157,500

2018 Official Broiler Auction Results

October 9, 2018 - The 2018 East Texas Poultry Festival Broiler Sale was an all-time record sell bringing over $157,500 with the grand champion pen of broilers selling for $10,000.00.

Landscaping in the Fall

September 12, 2018 - We’ve had some days where high temperatures did not reach 90. We have also received some much needed rain that put a smile on many peoples face. I can’t wait for fall to get here.

And as we’ll talk about for the home landscaper, I want to emphasize the point that fall is a great time to get big items planted.

Women on the Go Featuring Planning Ahead for After the Fact Program (RSVP Deadline)

September 8, 2018 - You are invited to attend the Texas Extension Education Association Women on the Go Club, Thursday, September 13th from noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Extension office, located at 266 Nacogdoches Street in Center. Come out, bring a friend, and enjoy this learning experience.

Health & Fitness Committee to Kick Off Worksite Wellness Challenge

Sewing Sensations for Adults Class to be Offered

September 6, 2018 - Want to learn how to sew and complete a Crazy Patch quilt as you go? Then register for this fun, hands-on Sewing Senations class hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and taught by professional quilter, Margaret Smith.

McSwain Earns Doctorate Degree

August 31, 2018 - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service announces that Jheri-Lynn McSwain, Shelby County Extension Agent for Family and Community Health graduated with her Ph.D. in Forestry from Stephen F. Austin State University on August 11, 2018.

Shelby County 4-H Recognizes Members, Volunteers

August 28, 2018 - At the recent 4-H Kick-off event, Shelby County Extension agents Lane Dunn and Jheri-Lynn McSwain presented Garrett Lewis and Joshua Clark with the 4-H “I Dare You” award.

From left: Jheri-Lynn McSwain, Garrett Lewis, and Lane Dunn

Accredited Food Handler’s Training Course to be Offered

August 24, 2018 - A food handlers course accredited by the Texas Department of State Health Services is being offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Shelby County. Food Safety: It’s in Your Hands is scheduled for Wednesday, August 29, 2018 starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Extension office meeting room, 266 Nacogdoches Street, Center, Texas 75935.

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