Eight months after being cited for assault in an incident that involved a car chase, Rusk Volunteer Fire Chief Donald Lankford was found not guilty of a charge of assault...

On Friday, Sept. 2 the Cherokee County Commissioners Court voted to adopt the budget for the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 – but the adoption didn’t come without discussion and...

A total of nine individuals were arrested in two separate drug busts over the past nine days in Cherokee County. The busts came as part of ongoing narcotics investigations...

NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS – Fred J. Allen, director of bands at Stephen F. Austin State University, completed a nine-day teaching trip in Tasmania this past summer. Allen...

Today at approximately 9:25 am, troopers responded to a one vehicle fatal crash on FM-804, south of the city of Brownsboro.  Preliminary crash investigation revealed that a...

On September 08, 2016 at approximately 12:18 in the afternoon, troopers responded to a one vehicle fatal crash on FM-3080 in Van Zandt  County approximately five miles...

Everyone knows the annoying feeling of having something in your eye. This irritating feeling can be caused by a common eye problem known as conjunctivitis—which is...

Mt. Pleasant, Texas – Better Business Bureau serving Central East Texas (BBB) along with The Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce and Shred-It are bringing free shredding...

The fourth quarter is just around the corner, and I’m not talking about football. The holiday season will be here before you know it. In fact, most retail stores already...

On July 22, 2016  at approximately 8:49 AM, troopers responded to a two vehicle fatal crash on US-59 in  Rusk County, one mile south of the city of Garrison.  Preliminary...

Following in his father’s, John F. Kirk, Jr.’s footsteps, who won the award 40 plus years ago, the John F. Kirk, III family has been named the 2016...

The best educators are those teachers who not only inform and instruct but also train and equip and inspire, those teachers who leave their students on a different plane of...

NACOGDOCHES- TxDOT will be changing their signal light at Main Street and Mound Street to flashing red for the next few weeks. At the request of the City, TxDOT has...

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host a special presentation at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, in the Brundrett Conservation Education...

Today at approximately 9:25 am, troopers responded to a one vehicle fatal crash on FM-804, south of the city of Brownsboro.  Preliminary crash investigation revealed that a...

The Hachidori Duo at Stephen F. Austin State University will present “Songs and Dances” when the ensemble performs at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29, in Cole Concert Hall in...

The Cole Performing Arts Series at Stephen F. Austin State University will present music faculty members Christina Guenther and Ron Petti performing a flute and piano...

Budd Mahan of Dallas, president of the Poetry Society of Texas (PST), will be the guest speaker at the Rusk County Poetry Society (RCPS) Celebration of Poetry on Saturday,...

Mt. Pleasant, Texas – Better Business Bureau serving Central East Texas (BBB) along with The Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce and Shred-It are bringing free shredding...

The fourth quarter is just around the corner, and I’m not talking about football. The holiday season will be here before you know it. In fact, most retail stores already...

Because so much of a business owner’s personal finances are tied up in their companies, much of their focus is on today’s cash flow. However, it is at least equally...

Dr. David Swanzy is interim director of The University of Texas at Tyler School of Performing Arts, Dr. Martin Slann, College of Arts and Sciences dean, announced. Swanzy...

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host a special presentation at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, in the Brundrett Conservation Education...

NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS – Fred J. Allen, director of bands at Stephen F. Austin State University, completed a nine-day teaching trip in Tasmania this past summer. Allen...

Budd Mahan of Dallas, president of the Poetry Society of Texas (PST), will be the guest speaker at the Rusk County Poetry Society (RCPS) Celebration of Poetry on Saturday,...

Hosted by the Wells FFA the community wide garage sale will be from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6 at the old AG/4-H Barn on U.S. Highway 69. Booth spaces are...

Experience job searching right here, right now with top employers and qualified candidates from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, July 28, at Norman Activity Center at 526...

The Cherokee County Grand Jury met Nov. 30, 2015 and returned 49 indictments. The Grand Jury indicted: -Danny Paul Dowling, 48, of Rusk, for possession of a controlled...

Jacksonville ISD has announced that the Homecoming parade and community pep rally, scheduled for this evening (Monday) has been postponed due to anticipated weather...

The Jacksonville Area Arts Council (JAAC) is sponsoring an Autumn Arts Show and Sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. The show features many...

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Designer of the award-winning Stephen F. Austin State University radio station KSAU-FM and more than 30-year faculty member Dr. William “Joe” Oliver...

More than 200 people showed up for the official grand opening of the Jacksonville High School Multipurpose Complex Aug. 5. “We’re excited for this...

The first question most people in America might ask is, why include meat alternatives in my diet? The basis of a healthy diet is variety. While meat is an important part...

FRISCO, TX – The Toyota Texas Fest presented by JBL (TTF) has released the star-studded concert lineup for the 2016 event at Toyota Stadium, May 20–22, 2016. Daily concert...

Serving Size: 1 cupServes: 12 2 cups dried navy beans (about 1 pound)12 cups water6 cups low sodium vegetable broth1 ham bone or ham hock¼ teaspoon coarse black pepper1...

Tyler, TX – Officials with UT Health Northeast announced that Kris I. Kavasch, CPA, CIA, CFE, CPCU, has been promoted to vice president, chief financial officer. Kavasch...

Tyler, TX – Janise McPherson, continuing medical education manager at UT Health Northeast, received the 2016 Texas Alliance for Continuing Medical Education Outstanding...

Tyler, Texas– If you live in Smith, Cherokee, Henderson or Van Zandt counties, the YMCA wants to hear from you! Through August 31, the YMCA OF TYLER TEXAS a cause-driven...

The Director of the East Texas Research Center at Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, Mrs. Linda Reynolds, M.S., C.A., is scheduled to speak at the next...

AUSTIN, Texas—The Texas Historical Commission (THC) announced grant recipients for Round IX of the nationally recognized Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program...

AUSTIN, Texas—Texas history is filled with stories of people and places that may not be widely known, yet are important components of the state’s culture and heritage. The...

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Texas retirement agencies informing them that it will continue to be the policy of the State of Texas to prohibit the...

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott released the following statement in response to President Obama’s executive actions imposing gun control measures across the country.“The Bill...

AUSTIN – House Bill 910 - which allows a person who is licensed to carry a handgun to now openly carry a holstered handgun - goes into effect Jan. 1, 2016. The License to...

At the Rusk City Council meeting on July 14 a former Rusk Police Department employee and a current Police Department supervisor accused City Manager Mike Murray of felony...

A total of nine individuals were arrested in two separate drug busts over the past nine days in Cherokee County. The busts came as part of ongoing narcotics investigations...

By Quinten Boyd Editor The Jacksonville City Council officially set a date to adopt the proposed 2016-17 tax rate, with two public hearings on the matter set for Aug....

Budd Mahan of Dallas, president of the Poetry Society of Texas (PST), will be the guest speaker at the Rusk County Poetry Society (RCPS) Celebration of Poetry on Saturday,...

Aug. 23, 2016   NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host a soap-making workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 10, in Room 101...

Tyler, Texas– If you live in Smith, Cherokee, Henderson or Van Zandt counties, the YMCA wants to hear from you! Through August 31, the YMCA OF TYLER TEXAS a cause-driven...

TYLER, Texas - U.S. Attorney John M. Bales announced today that five individuals have been arrested following a lengthy investigation into drug trafficking in the Eastern...

MIAMI -- With experts predicting a more active hurricane season this year, the Miami-based global humanitarian organization Malteser International Americas has released a...

Ceremony in Washington, D.C. will honor Vietnam Veterans who sacrificed after the war endedWashington, D.C. – More than 300 Vietnam veterans, including James Austin Ansley,...

A graveside service for Charles Henry Jones, age 77, of Rusk is scheduled for 2 p.m., Monday, Sept. 26, in Russell Cemetery with Rev. Jan Pate and Rev. Don Copeland...

Memorial services for Terry W. Boyd, 54, of Alto will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 24, at the O.T. Allen & Son Funeral chapel in Alto, with Rev. Odis Bryan...

A funeral service for Bobby Wellborn, age 84, of Jacksonville, is scheduled at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, at Autry Funeral Home chapel in Jacksonville with Rev. Dale Jamerson...

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host a special presentation at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, in the Brundrett Conservation Education...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The 2017 Bassmaster Elite Series schedule features more exciting twists and changes than the world’s premier tournament circuit has seen in its storied...

Take Steps to Stay Safe Around WaterSwimming is the most popular summer activity. The best thing you can do to help your family stay safe is to enroll in age-appropriate...

Everyone knows the annoying feeling of having something in your eye. This irritating feeling can be caused by a common eye problem known as conjunctivitis—which is...

Some dogs—especially puppies—will chew on nearly anything in sight. Dog and cat owners may find their curious pet chewing on shoes, furniture, and even clothing. Although...

Pets can experience hearing loss just like humans. Hearing loss in pets may be the result of disease, old age, or the pet may even be born deaf. No matter the cause, pets...

Suburban Propane will hold a special Customer Appreciation Day from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2 at its location at 2026 NW Stallings Dr. in Nacogdoches. The event is...

Aug. 23, 2016   NACOGDOCHES, Texas — The Stephen F. Austin State University Alumni Association will honor eight alumni during its annual awards banquet beginning at 6...

Tyler, TX – Officials with UT Health Northeast announced that Kris I. Kavasch, CPA, CIA, CFE, CPCU, has been promoted to vice president, chief financial officer. Kavasch...

The 3rd annual fundraising dinner and auction benefitting the Nick’s Mission Backpack Program is slated for Sat., Sept. 10 in DeKalb. This organization, that feeds hungry...

*Correction appended Nearly 6,000 Texas high school students were cleared to graduate in 2015 even though they didn't pass all of their end-of-course exams, according to...

And now, Quick Hits, showcasing the athletic feats of Cherokee County: 3 county players named all-state The accolades keep rolling in for three Cherokee County softball...

East Texas has had many athletes make it in professional sports: Larry Walker, Jermichael Finley, Brandon Belt, Adrian Peterson, Anthony Denman,...

The Jacksonville Indians 7-on-7 flag football team is heading to the state tournament in College Station for the first time. The Indians held on for a 33-32 win over...

TYLER, Texas – A 65-year-old Dallas County, Texas, physician, has been resentenced to federal prison for health care fraud and identity theft violations in the Eastern...

TYLER, Texas – A 23-year-old Tyler, Texas man has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney...

AUSTIN – John Albert Gover, 40, a Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender and Hermandad de Pistoleros Latinos gang member, is now in custody after being captured Sept. 5 near...

Commemorative Air Force Dallas Fort Worth Wing Presents Warbirds on Parade An all-ages event, honoring America's veterans and aviation history   Lancaster, TX, August 3,...

NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS - The Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce and the Texas Blueberry Festival presented by Tipton Ford-Lincoln took home honors...

AUSTIN, Texas—The Childress Commercial and Civic Historic District in Childress, Texas was recently listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Texas Historical...

A new overtime rule takes effect on December 1, and the Department of Labor estimates that over 4 million workers will become entitled to overtime in the first year of the...

It’s enough to make grown men cry. This goes for grown women, too, as well as others licensed to drive in this land of the free and the home of roads under construction....

Martha McKnight Gallatin I would like to express my appreciation for Amy Derrington and all she does for the Rusk and Gallatin Communities. My daughter told me about...

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...

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 A&M Forest...