Alto homecoming court
      Participants in the Alto Homecoming ceremonies Friday night at Jacket Stadium will include in front from left Chandra Skinner, Lexi Sessions, Sharenza Green and Monaca Mayes, queen candidates. In back are duchess Trakena Skinner, Abbey Scott, Kaylan Thacker and Kourtny Munsinger.
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Dinner will benefit cancer patient
      A benefit Jambalaya dinner is planned for noon- 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at the Rusk First United Methodist Church. Tickets are $5 each and may be purchased from DeeDee Rigsby by e-mail cdrigs@peoplepc. com. All proceeds will go to a local resident and his family. The man has been diagnosed with ...
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BIRTH
David Ikoma George
      Misty Ferrell and Ikoma George of Wichita, Kan. announce the arrival of a son, David Ikoma George on Aug. 25. He measured 20.25 inches and weighed seven pounds and 15 ounces. Grandmother is Ann Ferrell of Rusk. Great-grandmother is Patsy Dean of Alto.
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NEWS
      TOPS holds fundraiser TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) #TX1870 of Rusk is selling Country Charm candles to help raise money to buy a new scale. The 16 ounce candles are on sale for $15 each, two for $28, three for $40. Persons interested in purchasing a candle may contact Cindy at (903) 743-5431.
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NEWS
      RSH resale shop is open 1st, 2nd Fridays The Resale Shop operated by the Volunteer Council for the Rusk State Hospital, Inc. is open 10 a.m. -3 p.m. on the first and second Friday of each month at 545 Castner St, in Rusk.
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New church, school
      The Rev. Dr. Debra McCormick prepares to cut the ribbon during festivities recently at Christ the Redeemer Church and Christian School. At left is Bob Goldsberry, chamber executive director.
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Big Al's Country Cafe
      Betty Allen and Kayla Allen prepare to cut the ribbon officially opening Big Al's Country Cafe. Holding the ribbon are Penny Reynolds, chamber president, and Mayor Angela Raiborn.
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Students explore world of technology
BY TECH CAMPERS SPECIAL CONTRIBUTORS
      Nineteen Nichols Intermediate students who were nominated based on their interest and skill in technology attended the third annual tech camp at Jacksonville High School Career and Technology building June 11-15. Although tech camp was held in June, students were unable to launch their rockets due...
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Grandparent Day observed at area schools Sept. 7
      Judy Terry was one of the many grandparents honored last week at Rusk Primary School's grandparent day. Her grandchildren surrounding her are Trinity Crosby Kialey Beeney, Julia Crosby and Jayley Beeney.
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LIONS CLUB
Lions Club history discussed at meeting
BY BILLY WATSON SPECIAL CONTRIBUTOR
      Lion President Vic Whadford asked the Rusk Lion Club members if anyone knew when their club was formed? The correct answer was Oct. 24, 1940. Corry Wallace was the last charter member before his death a few years ago. Leo W. Tosh was the first president and Morris Elliott is the club's oldest su...
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