Carroll Shelby Automotive Institute represented at annual Shelby Car Show in Plano

The Carroll Shelby Automotive Student Institute (CSAI) participated in the Annual Shelby Car Show in Plano, Texas, on May 30. The event was hosted by Third Coast Bank, the Shelby family, and the Shelby Cobra Association of Texas (SCAT).Representing CSAI at the event were NTCC President Dr.

Arrests

June 9, 2026• There are 165 inmates in jail with 139 males and 26 females.• Alfredo S. Ysasi Jr., 23 of Mt. Pleasant, was arrested on 2 counts of Terroristic Threat, and Harassment.• Lakendrick C. Avila, 41 of Mt. Pleasant, was arrested on 27 Class C warrants.

Dr. Doug and Kathy Richey pledge $5,400 to “$40 for 40 Years” campaign

Dr. Doug and Kathy Richey recently pledged $5,400 to the Northeast Texas Community College Foundation as part of the college’s “$40 for 40 Years” campaign celebrating NTCC’s 40th anniversary.

Turn the Page: NTCC’s Summer Reading Picks

One of the best things about a college campus is being surrounded by people who love to learn. We asked the NTCC community to share a favorite book they’re reading this summer and tell us why they recommend it.

Financial Focus:

• Despite their tax advantages, just 14% of adults include a 529 plan in their education savings strategy, according to a 2025 Edward Jones and Morning Consult study.• 529 funds cover college, vocational programs, registered apprenticeships and can be used towards K-12 education.

The dividends of freely offered friendliness

------We met Bobbi Jo at a restaurant across the street from our Appleton, Wisconsin hotel.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

The Community Events Calendar is published as space permits. Events will also be published on our website. Submit event notices to: mmcclanahan@texaslocalmedia.

Did You Know?

June 11• National Corn on the Cob Day• National German Chocolate Cake DayJune 12• World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought• Global Garbage Man Day• World Day Against Child Labour• World Loving Day• National Peanut Butter Cookie Day• National Red Rose DayJune 13• National Rose Wine Day•...

An Adult’s Tipping Point

Four-year-old Jimmy stood motionless beneath the large bucket balanced above him. A bucket that held a lot of cold water already, with water being added constantly from the never-ending stream feeding it. Shivering in anticipation, Jimmy watched as the water level steadily inched upward.

Don’t Get Taken for a Ride. Tips for Renting a Vehicle

How to Avoid Vehicle Rental StressWhether you’re traveling for business, taking a family vacation, or dealing with transportation needs while your vehicle is in the shop, renting a vehicle can be a convenient solution.