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Shobert-Branton vows spoken
      Brandy Rose Whitley Branton and Jonathan Bryan Shobert both of Jacksonville were united in marriage Nov. 16, 2007, at the Castle on the Lake in Jacksonville. Judge James Morris officiated the ceremony. The bride, escorted by her son Brandon Matthew Branton wore a Milano, white satin, chiffon gown ...
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Retiring director honored
     Chairman of the Cherokee County Appraisal District Board B.R. Darby retires after 20 years service. Mr. Darby, right, is presented with a plaque by James Houser during a surprise reception Dec. 20. Mr. Darby served on the board longer than any other person.
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Heritage Center has memberships
BY KEVIN STINGLEY
      The Heritage Center of Cherokee County experienced a wonderful year in 2007. Although the year started off on a "wet" note due to several roof leaks, local roofer Tony George generously offered to fix our problem.
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Stamp club begins meetings
      The Cherokee Stamp Club will begin meeting at 7 p.m. Saturday,, Jan. 5, at the Memorial Missionary Baptist Church, FM 23 in Rusk. Meetings will be held on the first Saturday of each month. The club is for young stamp collectors from age 10-17. Parent approval will be required for membership. Reque...
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Flu vaccines are available
      The Cherokee County Health Department offers flu (influenza) vaccinations for adults and children over six-months-old from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays at its clinics at 593 N. Main St. in Rusk and 510 E. Commerce St. in Jacksonville. Vaccinations cost $7 for children, over six months-1...
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MEALS ON WHEELS
Jan. 2-11
      Wednesday: Pork roast with gravy, mashed potatoes, green peas, pimentos, wheat roll, ambrosia, milk Thursday:, Beef stew, steamed cabbage, hot pineapple salad, crackers, brownies, milk Friday: Oven fried chicken, baked potato, seasoned green beans, sour cream with cheese, Texas toast, sliced ...
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THC takes over Caddoan Mounds State Historic Site
Historic sites to see increased funding as a result of the transfer
      ALTO - A new Texas flag is flying over Caddoan Mounds State Historic Site commemorating the official transfer from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to the Texas Historical Commission (THC). Gov. Rick Perry presented the flag to Caddoan Mounds SHS's Site Manager Jennifer L. Price on ...
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Annual Chamber of Commerce banquet is slated for Jan. 19
      Plans are in the making for the annual Rusk chamber of commerce banquet scheduled for 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, at the junior high school cafeteria. Tickets are on sale at the chamber office. During the evening's festivities Teresa Langley will take over the reins as president. Executive boar...
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Rusk State Hospital 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., at 545 Castner St, in Rusk on the first and second Friday of each month. All proceeds benefit the patients and programs at Rusk State Hospital- For additional information, please call (903...
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Alzheimer's support group meets 1st Thursday of month
      The Alzheimer's support group will resume its meeting at noon Thursday at the Southern Cherokee Federal Credit Union. Lunch will be provided and there will be a guest speaker. For more information call Bobbie Orsack at (903) 683-5438.
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Constable Lynn Kelley asks for re-election
      Lynn Kelley, Precinct 1 constable, has announced his candidacy for re-election. Mr. Kelley was appointed to the position by the Cherokee County Comm issioners in November 2005. He was elected to the position in the following election.
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Green tells candidacy for constable position
      Mark Green, 41 of Alto has announced his candidacy for Precinct 2 constable in the March Democratic Primary election. Mr. Green is a 1985 Alto High School graduate.
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