Rusk, Jacksonville break with statewide trend, post lackluster sales during January
      While the state economy churned out a healthy 9.7 percent growth in March compared to a year ago, the local economy is moving into negative numbers.
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Texas State Railroad bond idea floats around Austin
BY TERRIE GONZALEZ
      A new option for funding the Texas State Railroad may be on the table for consideration. A $1 billion bond package designated for capital improvements among several state agencies is being discussed in Austin as the House and Senate conference committee work out the differences between their two v...
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Relay for Life raises $83,000
      PHOTOS: ROBERT GONZALEZ
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