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THE ART OF CHRISTMAS
Downtown Rusk sparkles, thanks to TDCJ inmate artwork
A small child sits in Santa's lap and tells him Christmas wishes. A young girl embraces an older woman in front of a fireplace, perhaps hearing tales of Christmases past. A soldier hugs his young son after seeing the horrors of war. More...
TDCJ adopts new 'zero tolerance' policy
Emergency $65.8 million appropriation sought to beef up security
BY TERRIE GONZALEZ

Adopting a new "zero tolerance" policy on contraband, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice unveiled a $65.8 million plan to beef up security at the state's 112 prisons. Warden Todd Foxworth, who oversees the Skyview and Hodge units in Rusk, attended a meeting last Wednesday in Austin to learn more about the plan's phases. More...

District 11 recount amended
Incumbent state Rep. Chuck Hopson retains lead with 125- vote margin over Brian Walker

An amended ballot recount in the District 11 house of representatives race changed incumbent state Rep. Chuck Hopson's lead to 125 votes over challenger Brian K. Walker. A recount was sought by Mr. Walker following the Nov. 4 General Election when only 103 votes separated the two candidates. More...

 News
• Church sponsors Christmas Tamale Sale
Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church will sell cheese or pork tamales for $10 per dozen. Orders will be taken through Dec. 22. Call (903) 586-4538 to order. More...
• article has image A red ribbon day for dealership
• Trustees accept bus bids
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 County
• Alto churches set Christmas cantata
The combined choirs of Cold Springs and A. Frank Smith United Methodist churches in Alto will present "Hope has Hands" at 5 p.m. Dec. 14. The Christmas cantata will be presented at A. Frank Smith UMC. "Hope has Hands" was created by Sue C. Smith, Phil Cross and Russell Mauldin. More...
• article has image Retirement party slated for Constable Jim Bice
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 Community
• article has image Brown-Evans wedding vows said at Church on the Hill
April Dawn Evans and James Edward Brown Jr. were united in marriage at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6 at the First Church on the Hill. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Evans of Jacksonville and the groom is the son of James Brown Sr. of Rusk and Margie Fields of Pasadena. More...
• article has image MILITARY
• River of Life School of Ministry registration slated Jan. 7-9
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 Viewpoints
• Let's reflect on community's blessings this holiday season
The holidays are a perfect time to reflect on the blessings in our lives and the people who make a difference in our community. The holidays can be a stressful and difficult time for many. It's wonderful to know that we have so many in our community who rise to meet each challenge. More...
• Cherokeean Herald is the heart of the community
• English department appreciates community support
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 Columns
• article has image FAST forward
Where's George?
When our kids were young, some of their favorite books were the "Where's Waldo" series. Artist Martin Landford created an engaging character wearing a red and white stocking cap, giant round glasses and brown hair raked to the side. And then he hid the little guy on pages in a picture book where Waldo seemed to disappear in a sea of humanity. More...
• article has image Political Cartoon
• article has image SCENE in Passing
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 Sports
• article has image Eagles, Lady Eagles win Shelbyville Tournament
Varsity boys also win 'Rusk supremacy' over West Rusk; girls snap 5-game losing streak with tourney wins
A common misconception about the city of Rusk is that it is located within Rusk County. It isn't, but the Raiders of West Rusk High School do make their home in Rusk County. Last Tuesday night, the Eagles and Raiders played for what could be considered the Rusk supremacy. More...
• article has image Crosby wins 4th consecutive Picks title
• Rusk FFA's winning ways continue
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 Obituaries
• article has image ELSIE FAYE BALLEW
Funeral for Elsie Faye Ballew, 66 of Rusk was at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4 in the Wallace Thompson Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Don Copeland officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Mrs. Ballew died Dec. 1. More...
• article has image ALEX CRUMP
• article has image VERDIE ANN LUSK
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 Schools
• RUSK HIGH SCHOOL
All A honor roll Ninth Grade: Nicholas Beindorf, Delesa Bradley, Nicolas Guzman, Savannah Lemon, Aleigha Mabry, Chelsea McNair, Judith Melton, Briana Tipton and Callie Wallace Tenth Grade: Christopher Pruitt, Adriana Hernandez, Jordan Magruder, Thomas Marchetti, James Stingley, Mallory Westbrook, More...
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 Colleges
• SFA Music Prep students place in All-State and All-Region orchestras
All-Region Orchestras to perform Jan. 31 at Robert E. Lee in Tyler; All-State to perform in San Antonio Feb. 14 More...
• SFA online teacher preparation program wins state award
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 Miscellaneous
• Cancer and your pets: what you need to know
The latest edition of Pet Talk discusses cancer in pets More...
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