Tax refunds may not be real
      The newest phishing endeavor involves an IRS scam in which e-mails are sent to area taxpayers. The e-mails report an $869 fraudulent tax refund designated to the receiver. The e-mail looks authentic and taxpayers are warned to beware and not to use personal tax information for the reply.
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Bridal fair slated March 7 in downtown Rusk
      The third annual Rusk bridal fair is planned for 10 a.m.-2 pm. March 7 at 517 N. Main St. in Rusk. This year the chamber will raffle off a 19 inch LCD television. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5.
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RSH resale shop is open 1st, 2nd Fridays
      The Resale Shop operated by the Volunteer Council for the Rusk State Hospital Inc. is open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 545 Castner St in Rusk on the first and second Friday of each month. Proceeds benefit the patients.
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Commissioner Traylor attends special training for new officials
      Commissioner Kelly Traylor, Precinct 1, joined more than 130 newly elected judges and commissioners Jan. 13-16 for a seminar for newly elected commissioners and judges. The seminar was part one of the commissioners court advanced curriculum certification.
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