Funding for repairs to the Texas State Railroad appear to be on again-off again as revenue sources have changed. Last week, it was reported that Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) funds earmarked for park roads would be used to repair the Texas State Railroad. More...
A flood of aid is coming into Cherokee County, thanks to two federal agencies. Approximately $444,458 has been pumped into Cherokee County's economy as a result of floods that occurred from June 16-Aug. 2. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently issued $402,383 to 223 persons livi... More...
The theft of approximately $150,000 from the City of Rusk's water department is still under investigation. District Attorney Elmer Beckworth said the matter has been turned over to the Texas Rangers and is expected to be presented to the September Grand Jury. More...
Calvary Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church in Alto will host a one-day vacation Bible school from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25. There will be puppets, skits, games and crafts, as well as hot dogs and snacks. All area children, ages 3-12, are invited to attend. For additional information, co... More...
During my most recent escapade to Colorado Springs, Colo., I had the opportunity to watch Daystar and TBN television with my in-laws. There were preachers preaching to massive congregations with beautiful facilities. Some of these were good preachers. Some had their own issues. One gentleman was ... More...
Mr. and Mrs. Robert (David) Hale announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter Donna Marie, to Ricky Lee Rogers, son of Angela Gunter of Rusk. The couple will be married at 3 p.m. Saturday Aug. More...
When a team's quarterback is recruited as an athlete, it usually means the team will scramble throughout two-adays to find a suitable replacement. That's not the case for the Alto Yellowjackets. Jacket Head Coach Keith Gardner named Lance Low as the starting quarterback on the first day of practi... More...
Graveside service for William P. (Bill) Harris, 87, of Rusk was at 10 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 16, at Salem Cemetery with the Rev. Don Copeland officiating. Mr. Harris died Aug. 13. He was born April 3, 1920, in Rochester to the late Charlie and Pliney Wood Harris. He lived in Cherokee County 68 years... More...
I would like to express the sincere gratitude of the Texas Highway Patrol for the experience, knowledge, expertise and willingness to sacrifice on the part of Constable Eddie Lee and his deputy, Ray Bouman, and canine Ronn. Deputy Bouman and his canine, Ronn, have assisted the Texas Highway Patro... More...
It's time for students and parents to begin shopping for school supplies. From left are McKenna, nine; Madeline, 11; Maggie, six; and Micah, 13. They are the children of Molly and Monte Ethington, owners of Chapman Pharmacy. More...
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