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TPWD’s annual roadside surveys show modest gains in some regions, spurring cautious optimism for the future
TPWD’s annual roadside surveys show modest gains in some regions, spurring cautious optimism for the future News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image Bobwhite quail are dapper little game birds known for their signature trills, huddling in tight groups (called coveys) amid thick cover, then flushing in explosive bursts that can shock you. (Photo by Matt Williams) TPWD...
CISD Gifted and Talented program referrals open
CISD Gifted and Talented program referrals open News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image Body The Counseling Department of Center ISD is accepting referrals for the Gifted and Talented program until Friday, October 27, 2023, for our annual assessment period. Referral forms can be found on the District website and in the front office of each campus and should be returned either to the campus office or to the administration office. While the district accepts referrals throughout the year, assessments for students after October 27, 2023, will be on an as-needed basis as determined by the district. Please contact the Director of Federal Programs at 1-832-615-4993 or your campus counselor with questions.
CHS Hall of Honor inductees
CHS Hall of Honor inductees News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image CHS Hall of Honor inductees Body Inductees to the Center High School Hall of Honor for 2023 were introduced to the fans at Center’s homecoming game Friday, September 29 during halftime activities.This year’s inductees were (left) 1967 CHS graduate, Dr. Martha Lou Chadwick Scott and (right) 1973 CHS graduate, Jen lhlo. (Leon Aldridge photo/ The Light and Champion)
CMS yearbook orders are underway
CMS yearbook orders are underway News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image Body Center Middle School 2024 yearbook early sales have begun. The hardback, full color book is just $25. The number of books ordered is limited so place orders early. Business ads and memory ads are available for the cost of $25 for a quarter page, $50 for a half page and $100 for a full page. Contact Jessica Gurley at 936-598-5619, or email jessica.gurley@centerisd.org.
Mooney’s Emporium Business After Hours
Mooney’s Emporium Business After Hours News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image Mooney’s Emporium Business After Hours Body Mooney’s Emporium hosted a Business After Hours event with the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors recently. A steady crowd of visitors attended to see Chelle Mooney’s unique and personalized gifts, custom-made tee-shirts, Consuela bags and wallets, plus gourmet jams, salsas and more. Mooney’s Emporium is located at 107 San Augustine Street in downtown Center.
Parade week in Center
Parade week in Center News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image Parade week in Center Parade week in Center Parade week in Center Parade week in Center Body Last week was parade week with two of the festive events in Center. The Doo Dah parade that signals the arrival of the East Texas Poultry Festival and the Center Homecoming Parade.For more parage photos, check our website at www.lightandchampion.com.
Shelbyville class reunion planned
Shelbyville class reunion planned News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image Body A Shelbyville class reunion is planned for October 28, the fourth Saturday in October. Admission is $10 per person. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. for visiting. A meal will be furnished at 12:30 p.m. For more information, contact Ann at 936-488-1641 or bradmar48@gmail.com. Please confirm by October 15.
Wallace Chapel church anniversary plans set for Nov. 5
Wallace Chapel church anniversary plans set for Nov. 5 News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image Body Wallace Chapel Baptist Church invites everyone to their church anniversary Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at 3 p.m. The theme will be: “For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.” II Corinthians 5:1. The guest speaker will be Superintendent Marvin Jackson I of Clayton Temple Church of God in Christ at Timpson. Wallace Chapel Baptist Church is located at 108 South Marcus Street in Timpson. Reverend Derrick Johnson Rhodes is the pastor and sister LaQuista Garret in the secretary and will be the Mistress of Ceremony.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Subhead UPCOMING EVENTS News Staff Thu, 10/05/2023 - 08:00 Image Body To Submit Calendar Items...
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