Photo: Megan Dover The city of Rusk has installed new stop signs along Euclid Street at Copeland and White streets in the hopes of slowing down...

The men and women of the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office said goodbye to one of their own after the death of K9 officer Sara. Sara, a German...

Parents, students and educators at Rusk ISD believe that Eagles can do more than just fly – they can serve others. A new program at Rusk ISD allows students to do just...

Photo: Megan Dover The city of Rusk has installed new stop signs along Euclid Street at Copeland and White streets in the hopes of slowing down...

The men and women of the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office said goodbye to one of their own after the death of K9 officer Sara. Sara, a German...

Parents, students and educators at Rusk ISD believe that Eagles can do more than just fly – they can serve others. A new program at Rusk ISD allows students to do just...

Folks along El Camino Real have been sitting on their porches and in their yards soaking up our first dose of fall weather. There is nothing better than a fall in East...

It’s hard enough to watch your child leave for college. Now you also have to say goodbye to the tuition and fees tax deduction. Congress decided not to extend this $4,000...

Here’s the thing. Remember how last week I talked about how on Sundays I will sit and watch football until my eyes bleed? I was not lying. I woke up Sunday, put on my...

The Rusk Area Garden Club has chosen the yard of Vanessa Lewis at 246 East 6th Street as its August Yard of the Month. Pictured from the left are...

On Aug. 29, Bluebonnet 4-H hosted a county wide event to showcase various projects offered in the 4-H Program. Club members displayed pictures,...

Nearly every state has experienced fires that rage out of control in the landscape. While the largest and most devastating burn in the West, fires also spread in the East...

In 1902, fifteen young, single women established a literary group called the Bachelor Girls’ Library Club. The club was originally housed in...

On August 4, VFW member John M. Angell Sr. took over as Post 3406 Commander, following in the footsteps of previous Commanders, Danny Stephens, Emerson Griffin and James...

One of the nation’s thee major credit reporting agencies, Equifax experienced a data breach from mid-May through July. According to Equifax, 143 million American consumers...

Spud Nut, Home Again (PG-13, 97 minutes) is a female centric story that stars Reese Witherspoon as a 40-year-old mother of two daughters, who after 15 years of marriage,...

The Stephen F. Austin State University College of Fine Arts will open its 2017-18 University Series with a performance of New York City-based dance company Taylor 2 at 7:30...

Tickets to attend the Nov. 16 and 17 performances of Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker at Stephen F. Austin State University were available for purchase by the...

One of the nation’s thee major credit reporting agencies, Equifax experienced a data breach from mid-May through July. According to Equifax, 143 million American consumers...

With record rainfall and flooding across 50+ counties in South East Texas, East Texans are asking how they can help. In an effort to assist donors, East Texas Communities...

Rotarian Duane Weatherford, Republic Services Operations Supervisor (center), hosted Jeff Harris (left) and Haley Beasley attended the Sept. 6...

Stephen F. Austin State University’s interior design program is partnering with Houston Community College to collect supplies for students in HCC’s interior design program...

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds families that open enrollment in the Texas Tuition Promise FundSM, the state’s prepaid college tuition program, began Friday, Sept. 1...

Moira Debbs of Rusk, served as one of the University of Dallas’ 61 orientation leaders as the university’s largest freshman class in history moved in for the fall 2017...

In 1902, fifteen young, single women established a literary group called the Bachelor Girls’ Library Club. The club was originally housed in...

Rotarian Duane Weatherford, Republic Services Operations Supervisor (center), hosted Jeff Harris (left) and Haley Beasley attended the Sept. 6...

Caddo Mounds State Historic Site invites the public to a foraging workshop with Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen. There will be two sessions to choose from on Saturday,...

The men and women of the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office said goodbye to one of their own after the death of K9 officer Sara. Sara, a German...

Gather a team together now for the upcoming Rusk Chamber of Commerce Iron Eagle Classic Golf Tournament, Saturday, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m., at Birmingham Forest Golf Course in...

Rube Sessions Memorial Library in Wells had a very successful Summer Reading Program this year. The library scheduled interesting presenters and the children read many...

Stephen F. Austin State University’s interior design program is partnering with Houston Community College to collect supplies for students in HCC’s interior design program...

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds families that open enrollment in the Texas Tuition Promise FundSM, the state’s prepaid college tuition program, began Friday, Sept. 1...

Victims of Hurricane Harvey are just beginning to assess the financial damage caused from the weekend’s wind, rain and floods. The aftermath of a natural disaster can be a...

Photo: Megan Dover The city of Rusk has installed new stop signs along Euclid Street at Copeland and White streets in the hopes of slowing down...

BIG SANDY – In a lackluster defensive performance from both teams, Alto hung on to down the Big Sandy Wildcats 61-40 Friday night. With coaches...

MALAKOFF – Rusk head coach Jowell Hancock is more in the business of actual victories than moral ones. He and the rest of the Rusk Eagles would...

Wednesday: Beef tips with gravy, rice, green beans, rosy pears, croissant, milk Thursday: BBQ chicken breast, ranch style beans, plum crisp, wheat bread, potato salad,...

The Market will be every Saturday starting Aug. 5 and have free Vendor Booths. Fresh produce, fresh eggs, homemade jams/jellies, sauces, canned goods, baked goods, candy,...

Ms. Lurlene Bowden local historical cookbook author will hold a demonstration at Natural Grocers in Longview in September. On Saturday, Sept. 30 from 1 -3 p.m. at Natural...

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced on Friday, Sept. 1 that the Comptroller’s office is working with the Office of the Governor and the Texas Department of Motor...

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) announced on Tuesday, Sept. 5 that 10 counties including, Austin, Bastrop, DeWitt, Gonzales, Karnes, Lavaca, Lee, Polk, Tyler and...

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced Wednesday, Sept. 6, that the Comptroller’s office and the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) processed and distributed the...

The American Cancer Society and Relay For Life of Cherokee County will have a fundraising event “Bark For Life” from 2 - 4 p.m., on Sunday, Nov. 5 at the Nichols Green Park...

Wednesday: Beef tips with gravy, rice, green beans, rosy pears, croissant, milk Thursday: BBQ chicken breast, ranch style beans, plum crisp, wheat bread, potato salad,...

Muhammad M. Chaudhry, M.D., is an interventional cardiologist who completed his cardiology fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine / Beth Israel Medical Center in...

The Angelina County Genealogical Society is scheduled to meet at 4 p.m., Monday, Sept. 18, in the Community Meeting Room at the Kurth Memorial Library, 706 S. Raguet St.,...

The next meeting of the Major Thaddeus Beall Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, will be a Dutch Treat Luncheon beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday,...

The Heritage Center of Cherokee County is seeking volunteers to host visitors at the museum on Saturdays and Sundays. Volunteers who would like to volunteer at the museum...

A bill that would require voter approval of property tax increases in larger Texas cities and counties won initial approval from the House on Saturday, signaling that Gov....

Editor's note: This story has been updated to note that House Bill 25 received final approval in the Texas House. The Texas House gave tentative approval Thursday to a...

The 85th Legislative Session has come to an end. I believe it was a successful 140 days, and we accomplished a lot for the people of Texas. My weekly column will now...

Photo: Megan Dover The city of Rusk has installed new stop signs along Euclid Street at Copeland and White streets in the hopes of slowing down...

As people from around the world do what they can to help those affected by hurricanes Harvey and Irma, several Cherokee County entities are doing their parts to help...

On Monday, September 11, the WoodmenLife (formerly known as Woodmen of the World) chapter of Jacksonville made a flag donation to Rusk Intermediate...

Texas Society of CPAs offers tips and suggestions to save money when back to school shopping. •Take advantage of tax-free weekend. The 2017 Tax-Free holiday for Texas is...

The cost of owning a car does not end after the purchase. Whether you need to schedule an oil change or have repairs to deal with, it’s important to use a mechanic or auto...

If consumers are receiving an excess of computerized calls recently, they are not alone. A robocall is a phone call which uses a computerized autodialer to deliver a...

Medicare’s “Compare” websites have helped millions of Americans find the right nursing home, hospital or home health care agency for themselves or their families. Now, a...

A team of youth volunteers from New Jersey area traveled to Houston on Sunday, Sept. 3 to help victims of Hurricane Harvey, taking off from N.J.’s Newark Liberty Airport...

The Rusk Veterans of Foreign Wars post is hosting the annual Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen scholarship program. The program is open to students in grades 6-8...

A memorial service will be held for Roy Alfred Beck of Rusk, Saturday, Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. at the Salem Cemetery. Roy passed away Aug. 17, in Tyler. He was born Nov. 5,...

Lawrence Ray Beasley, age 73, of Wink, TX passed away at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa, on Thursday, Sept. 14. He was born in Rusk, on Dec. 16, 1943 to Charlie and...

Funeral services for Bobby G. Winder were held Tuesday, Sept. 19, at Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors. Interment was is Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Nacogdoches. The...

Gather a team together now for the upcoming Rusk Chamber of Commerce Iron Eagle Classic Golf Tournament, Saturday, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m., at Birmingham Forest Golf Course in...

Caddo Mounds State Historic Site invites the public to a foraging workshop with Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen. There will be two sessions to choose from on Saturday,...

The new Tyler Athletic and Swim Club is hosting the $80,000 Tyler Pro Challenge from Oct. 30 - Nov. 5. Some of the worlds top ladies tennis players ranging from Top...

The American Cancer Society and Relay For Life of Cherokee County will have a fundraising event “Bark For Life” from 2 - 4 p.m., on Sunday, Nov. 5 at the Nichols Green Park...

If adding a dog or cat to the family is out of the question, pet birds are extremely intelligent and form strong bonds with their owners. However, because companion birds...

For many people, pets are more than just animals; they are faithful companions and family members. As much as pet owners may want to take their pets wherever we go,...

The Stephen F. Austin State University College of Fine Arts will open its 2017-18 University Series with a performance of New York City-based dance company Taylor 2 at 7:30...

With record rainfall and flooding across 50+ counties in South East Texas, East Texans are asking how they can help. In an effort to assist donors, East Texas Communities...

Caddo Mounds State Historic Site invites the public to a foraging workshop with Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen. There will be two sessions to choose from on Saturday,...

Parents, students and educators at Rusk ISD believe that Eagles can do more than just fly – they can serve others. A new program at Rusk ISD allows students to do just...

On Monday, September 11, the WoodmenLife (formerly known as Woodmen of the World) chapter of Jacksonville made a flag donation to Rusk Intermediate...

Brook Hill senior John Dixon was selected by the American Legion to attend Boys State over the summer. At Boys State, participants learn the...

Gather a team together now for the upcoming Rusk Chamber of Commerce Iron Eagle Classic Golf Tournament, Saturday, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m., at Birmingham Forest Golf Course in...

Rotarian Duane Weatherford, Republic Services Operations Supervisor (center), hosted Jeff Harris (left) and Haley Beasley attended the Sept. 6...

Rotary’s District 5830 Governor, Ted Huffhiness (far right), visited the Rotary Club on Aug. 30, to deliver a District wide update and challenge...

In Friday night football action around Cherokee County: The Rusk Eagles use a 21-0 first quarter run to roll past rival Crockett, 41-6. Rusk (2-1) will travel to...

BIG SANDY – In a lackluster defensive performance from both teams, Alto hung on to down the Big Sandy Wildcats 61-40 Friday night. With coaches...

MALAKOFF – Rusk head coach Jowell Hancock is more in the business of actual victories than moral ones. He and the rest of the Rusk Eagles would...

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced that the Comptroller’s office and the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) processed and distributed the first wave of...

With record rainfall and flooding across 50+ counties in South East Texas, East Texans are asking how they can help. In an effort to assist donors, East Texas Communities...

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced on Friday, Sept. 1 that the Comptroller’s office is working with the Office of the Governor and the Texas Department of Motor...

The Texas Travel Industry Association and Texas Office of the Governor, Economic Development and Tourism have partnered with Tourism Cares to launch the Hurricane Harvey...

DIVE INTO HISTORY AT TEXAS’ ICONIC SWIMMING HOLES The kids are back in school but the Texas heat is here to stay. Fortunately, the Lone Star State’s eclectic landscapes...

A new event on the Texas State Railroad (TSR) is slated to debut in October departing from the Rusk depot featuring locally crafted beers,...

The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that the American Legion Post 293 of Rusk granted me – to be able to be a delegate on their behalf at Texas Boys...

The recent street demonstrations across the nation are puzzling to me. The daughter of Robert E. Lee said her father wanted no statues or Confederate flags. He did not...

These days that we live in are flying by; What’s next, o Lord? Will it be a surprise? How can we live with such confusion upfront? People are talking so hateful and...

The Securities and Exchange Commission is closely monitoring the impact of Hurricane Harvey on investors and capital markets. Chairman Jay Clayton has mobilized agency...

Texas Comptroller Glenn Heger on Tuesday, Aug. 29 offered prayers of support for those affected by Hurricane Harvey, while detailing his office’s role in disaster...

The Atlantic hurricane season is a time when most tropical cyclones are expected to develop across the northern Atlantic Ocean. It is currently defined as the time frame...

Nearly 150 emergency responders attended the 20th Annual East Texas Wildlife and Incident Management Academy in May to improve their knowledge and skills for combating...

October 15, 2015 AUSTIN – As severe wildfires continue, Governor Greg Abbott today declared a state of disaster in Bastrop County, authorizing further mobilization of state...

May 2, 2014–COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Strong winds are expected to help dry out grass and brush this weekend potentially leading to an increase in wildfire activity. Texas...