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As members of the Cherokee County area, we share your concern about the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and its impact on our community. We remain cautious but optimistic, and we take heart knowing that our corner of the world is full of strong, generous people that look after each other. And, as each of us know, it is in moments of crisis like this that our community sustains us; we need to connect with each other even if we need to keep our physical distance.

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August 12, 2020

Brandon Branton

2 arrested, charged with murder in death of Randy Davenport

(Aug. 7, 2020) The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office arrested two Jacksonville men for capital murder Thursday afternoon, Aug. 6, in connection with...

Texas' sales tax holiday this weekend — Aug. 7-9

(July 6, 2020) AUSTIN — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds shoppers the annual sales tax holiday for certain clothing items, footwear, backpacks and school supplies is...

Tree of Promise's school supply going on today through 3 p.m.

(Aug. 11, 2020) The Tree of Promise's annual Back to School backpack giveaway is going on now through 3 p.m., at the Rusk Church of Christ's main parking lot, 397 S. Main...

Nichols cautions local governments against raising property taxes

As a former mayor and city councilman, I understand firsthand the challenges that are presented when balancing a budget -- in good times and bad. Currently, as a Senator...

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Brandon Branton

2 arrested, charged with murder in death of Randy Davenport

(Aug. 7, 2020) The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office arrested two Jacksonville men for capital murder Thursday afternoon, Aug. 6, in connection with...

National Guardsmen enjoy lunch, provided by the River a Church for Whosoever in Alto, during the recent COVID-19 testing event held at the church on Monday. Guardsmen were onhand to help conduct the event.

COVID-19 testing available

Over the first weekend of phase 1 of the state’s reopening, Texas health officials reported the greatest two consecutive-day gains in the number of...

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Just one of the natural springs at Caddo Mounds State Historic Site near Alto.

Caddo Mounds SHS sows the seeds of history

It often happens that seeds of ideas for Caddo Mounds State Historic Site (CMSHS) sprout into big plans and meaningful partnerships. In the case of...

Free hay testing offered through Sept. 8

A great and easy way to get your hay tested for free is to enter either a square bale or a large trash bag full of hay in the annual Cherokee County Hay Show and Sale....

Beware suspect seeds sent through mail

(July 29, 2020) Cherokee County AgriLife Horticulture Extension Agent Kim Benton and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller are urging Texans to take extreme precaution...

TxDOT project updates for the week of Aug. 10

(Aug. 10, 2020) TYLER – Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in the district during the week of...

Local cowboy church to hold prayer vigil at courthouse on Saturday,...

It may not be at the river, but Cherokee County’s residents are invited to gather at the courthouse to start a movement of unity between all brothers and sisters in...

The status of the county’s Precinct 4

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a four-part series highlighting the progress made and obstacles faced in each of Cherokee County’s four precincts. Teamwork,...

Brookshire Bros.-Rusk launches delivery, curbside pickup services

(July 29, 2020) LUFKIN – Touchless grocery shopping has come to Brookshire Brothers in Rusk. The Lufkin-based grocer launched its curbside pickup...

Austin Bank processes 1,900+ PPP loans

Austin Bank has honored its commitment to its communities by processing 1,969 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans providing the bank’s business customers with cash-flow...

School clothes still available

Jacksonville families who need assistance getting their fightin’ Indians outfitted for Jacksonville Independent School District’s 20-21 school year can still get...

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Rusk Chamber of Commerce Vice President Mark Raiborn, center, accepts a $500 donation from the Daily Grind owner Rachel Loden recently. Also pictured, from far left are Daily Grind employees LaDonna Sparkman, Emily Duke, Billie Seeton and Karen Loden.

Rusk Chamber kicks off lighting fundraising efforts

Fundraising efforts for improving the holiday lighting around the courthouse square in downtown Rusk have begun. Rusk Chamber of Commerce’s Keep...

CCT’s ‘Mama Won’t Fly’ opens Friday, Aug. 7

The show must go on… and tickets are on sale now for the Cherokee Civic Theatre’s upcoming production of Mama Won’t Fly. Show times are 7:30 p.m.,...

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Tree of Promise's school supply going on today through 3 p.m.

(Aug. 11, 2020) The Tree of Promise's annual Back to School backpack giveaway is going on now through 3 p.m., at the Rusk Church of Christ's main parking lot, 397 S. Main...

WISD opts for online instruction for first four weeks of 20-21...

Wells Independent School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved to take its first four weeks of the new school year online, after the state made some last-minute...

Educated Decisions for Education forum set

Educated Decisions for Education Are you unsure about what path to take for your children’s education during these strange times? Join a panel...

Whataburger celebrates 70th anniversary

(Aug. 4, 2020) SAN ANTONIO – Seven decades. That’s 25,550 glorious days of serving up hot, fresh Whataburgers to our customers, just the way they like it. From day one –...

Cherokee County COVID-19 case update, as of 4:45 p.m., Monday, Aug....

August 10, 2020

Cherokee County COVID-19 case update, as of 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug....

August 10, 2020

Cherokee County COVID-19 case update, as of 7:30 a.m. Friday, Aug....

Rusk Rural WSC lifts boil water notice

As of 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, Rusk Rural Water Supply Corporation has lifted the boil water notice for customers on FM 1248 and County Roads 2107, 2109, 2110, 2111, 2115,...

Rusk Rural WSC lifts boil water notice

As of 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020, Rusk Rural Water Supply Corporation has rescinded the boil water notice issued on Friday, July 31, 2020, for WSC customers on: HWY...

Rusk Rural WSC issues boil water notice

As of 1:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, Rusk Rural Water Supply Corporation has issued a boil water notice for customers on FM 1248; and County Roads 2107, 2109, 2110, 2111,...

EPA celebrates 50 years

(Aug. 3, 2020) DALLAS — As part of its 50th anniversary celebration, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is kicking off a month-long observance of its progress...

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August 10, 2020

Funeral services for Nita Pryor Dover, age 79, of Rusk are scheduled for 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2020, at the Rusk Church of Christ with Robby...

John Paul Meador

John Paul Meador

August 10, 2020

John Paul Meador went to be with the Lord, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020, with his wife and children by his side. He was born April 5, 1948, in...

Private graveside funeral services for Irene Todd, 94, of Alto, will be held with her grandson, Jason Duplichain officiating. Mrs. Todd passed away Monday, Aug. 3, in Rusk....

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Rusk High School class of 2022 Eagle JD Thompson is representing the Texas Rangers Scout Team during the 2020 Area Code Baseball Underclass Games, Aug. 8-10 at LakePoint Sports Complex in Atlanta, Ga.

Rusk Eagle representing Texas Rangers Scout Team in Underclass Games

Rusk High School class of 2022 athlete JD Thompson has been selected to play in the 2020 Area Code Baseball Underclass Games. JD will...

EPA awards state of Texas more than $3.8 million to manage water...

(July 29, 2020) DALLAS – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced a grant of $3,887,500 to the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board. The...

AG Paxton leads 21 states in Amicus Brief defending religious liberty

(July 30, 2020) AUSTIN – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Alaska Attorney General Kevin Clarkson led 21 states in an amicus brief filed with the United States Court of...

Abbott, HHSC extend flexibilities for Medicaid, CHIP providers...

(July 30, 2020) AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is extending flexibilities to Medicaid and CHIP...

Fox takes the wheel at Rusk Chamber

A familiar face has stepped in as Rusk Chamber of Commerce’s new manager. Rusk native Josie Fox started on Monday, Aug. 1. “We’re extremely...

High Points from El Camino Real

The speed of life is beginning to pick up for some folks along El Camino Real as we head into August. Most of our folks are home from their summer vacations and are busy...

Taxing Thoughts - Deducting summer activity expenses - don’t forget...

The kids are out of school and summer is well underway. Make sure you understand the rules regarding the tax deductibility of summer activities and related day care...

High Points from El Camino Real

Folks along El Camino Real are beginning to wind down their summer vacations as July comes to an end. The start of school, no matter how strange it might be, is just...

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