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September 20, 2017
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September 6, 2017
Play it loud: #ALTOgether!
September 20, 2017
The smallest school at the annual Cedar Hill Battle of the Bands took home the largest trophy.
The Alto Mean Sting Music Machine took part in the...
Promises kept: 2017-18 Promise Fund candidates announced
September 20, 2017
The Rusk TJC Citizens Promise scholarship is in its fifth year of providing collegiate opportunities to Rusk High School students. This year,...
Rusk Council discusses budget at 2 meetings
September 20, 2017
The Rusk City Council’s meeting on Thursday, Sept. 14 started like just about every meeting has for the last year and counting. Some citizens that have gone to any of those...
Department of Justice Announces Changes to the Collaborative Reform...
September 20, 2017
The Department of Justice announced on Friday, Sept. 15, significant changes to the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) Collaborative Reform...
Updated DPS Driver Handbook Now Available
September 20, 2017
Effective Sept. 1, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Texas Driver Handbook was revised and transitioned to a printable, online-only format. Handbook revisions...
Play it loud: #ALTOgether!
September 20, 2017
The smallest school at the annual Cedar Hill Battle of the Bands took home the largest trophy.
The Alto Mean Sting Music Machine took part in the...
High Points from El Camino Real #1046
September 20, 2017
El Camino Real came alive this weekend with pick up trucks loaded down with four wheelers, corn feeders and deer stands, signaling that it is time to start getting ready...
Taxing Thoughts: Business planning - the hourglass approach
September 20, 2017
When it comes to annual planning, businesses often spend too much time on the planning process or too little because they are busy with day-to-day operations. There’s a...
Images Speak: Club celebrates 115 years
September 20, 2017
On September 27, 1902, 15 single girls from prominent Rusk families met to plan a club “to study along specific lines and to gather and maintain a...
Getting to the Root of the Problem
September 20, 2017
One of the major causes of tree failure is root damage. When a tree’s root system has been extensively damaged, the whole tree can fall to the ground – or onto your...
Farmers and Ranchers Affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma Granted...
September 20, 2017
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today announced special procedures to assist producers who lost crops or livestock or had other damage to their farms or ranches as a...
Bluebonnet 4-H kicks off year, announces new 17-18 officers
September 20, 2017
8th Annual Scarecrow Trail
September 20, 2017
The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Association is hosting the 2017 Scarecrow Trail to benefit H.O.P.E. Oct. 14 - 26.
The H.O.P.E. organization is a non-profit that...
City of Palestine ramps up police recruiting effort with ‘CO to PO’...
September 20, 2017
The City of Palestine is looking to fill its ranks of the Palestine Police Department. As part of that effort, Police Chief Andy Harvey has started the “CO to PO” program,...
SFA Gardens to host BioBlitz in the Pineywoods Native Plant Center
September 20, 2017
Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host a BioBlitz event Friday and Saturday, Sept. 22 and 23, in the Pineywoods Native Plant Center, located at 2900...
“Elf, The Musical Jr.” Auditions
September 20, 2017
Cherokee Civic Theatre in Rusk is looking for approximately 25 male and female actors, ages 5-18, for this year’s Christmas production, “Elf, The Musical Jr.” Auditions...
Harvey Can’t Mess With Texas: A Benefit Concert for Hurricane...
September 20, 2017
A Benefit Concert for Hurricane Harvey Relief will take place on Friday, Sept. 22 at the Frank Erwin Center from 7 - 11 p.m. and broadcast on 11 TEGNA stations and stream...
CCT will ‘Shake, Rattle & Roll’ at Saturday show
September 20, 2017
RUSK – Cherokee Civic Theatre’s giving you a chance to rekindle your love affair with ‘America’s Sweethearts.’
Tickets are on sale now for an...
Taxing Thoughts: Business planning - the hourglass approach
September 20, 2017
When it comes to annual planning, businesses often spend too much time on the planning process or too little because they are busy with day-to-day operations. There’s a...
Matt's Money: Replacement account a must before you retire
September 20, 2017
Retirement planning will never be an exact science. There are far too many variables like investment rates of return, changing income tax rates, inflation factors, various...
BBB offers tips in light of Equifax data breach
September 13, 2017
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...
SFA Gardens to host BioBlitz in the Pineywoods Native Plant Center
September 20, 2017
Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host a BioBlitz event Friday and Saturday, Sept. 22 and 23, in the Pineywoods Native Plant Center, located at 2900...
SFA interior design program partnering with Houston Community...
September 13, 2017
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...
Enrollment Open for Texas Prepaid College Tuition Program
September 13, 2017
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...
Rusk Police Department starts Selfie Challenge
September 20, 2017
The Rusk Police Department started a Selfie Challenge on Monday, Sept. 11. They are challenging the public to meet the officers and take selfies.
Post the selfies to...
8th Annual Scarecrow Trail
September 20, 2017
The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Association is hosting the 2017 Scarecrow Trail to benefit H.O.P.E. Oct. 14 - 26.
The H.O.P.E. organization is a non-profit that...
The Great Golf Ball Drop
September 20, 2017
Birmingham Forest Golf Course is hosting The Great Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m.
Only 1,000 golf balls will be sold. The winner does not have to...
Iron Eagle Classic Golf Tournament
September 20, 2017
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...
Bull Nettle Festival
September 20, 2017
Mt. Selman announces it’s annual Bull Nettle Festival Friday, Sept. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23.
On Friday, there will be a barn dance from 7 to 11 p.m. with dinner and an...
Alto Council approves new budget, reviews fiscal year
September 20, 2017
Several financial items were addressed by the Alto City Council at the regular meeting Monday night. The first item for consideration was the approval of the budget for...
Updated DPS Driver Handbook Now Available
September 20, 2017
Effective Sept. 1, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Texas Driver Handbook was revised and transitioned to a printable, online-only format. Handbook revisions...
SFA interior design program partnering with Houston Community...
September 13, 2017
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...
Enrollment Open for Texas Prepaid College Tuition Program
September 13, 2017
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...
Play it loud: #ALTOgether!
September 20, 2017
The smallest school at the annual Cedar Hill Battle of the Bands took home the largest trophy.
The Alto Mean Sting Music Machine took part in the...
Promises kept: 2017-18 Promise Fund candidates announced
September 20, 2017
The Rusk TJC Citizens Promise scholarship is in its fifth year of providing collegiate opportunities to Rusk High School students. This year,...
Jacksonville Homecoming Friday night
September 20, 2017
Photo: Grace Traylor, JISD
Jacksonville High School will celebrate Homecoming festivities this week with a downtown pep rally at 3:30 p.m....
Meals on Wheels Sept. 20 - 26
September 20, 2017
Wednesday: Chicken Parmesan, rigatoni pasta with sauce, zucchini, fruit compote, spinach salad, garlic toast, milk
Thursday: Sausage and red beans, steamed rice, fried...
Meals on Wheels Sept. 13 - 19
September 13, 2017
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,...
Rusk Farmer’s Market
September 13, 2017
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,...
Department of Justice Announces Changes to the Collaborative Reform...
September 20, 2017
The Department of Justice announced on Friday, Sept. 15, significant changes to the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) Collaborative Reform...
Gov. Greg Abbott, Commissioner George P. Bush join forces to help...
September 20, 2017
As part of the recovery from Hurricane Harvey, Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday, Sept. 14, that Land Commissioner George P. Bush will head up the state’s...
Comptroller’s Office Extends Tax Deadline in Counties Affected by...
September 20, 2017
Most businesses in federally declared disaster areas affected by Hurricane Harvey will be granted a 30-day extension to file August and quarterly sales and use tax reports,...
Meals on Wheels Sept. 20 - 26
September 20, 2017
Wednesday: Chicken Parmesan, rigatoni pasta with sauce, zucchini, fruit compote, spinach salad, garlic toast, milk
Thursday: Sausage and red beans, steamed rice, fried...
Census: Texas Ranks 38th in Child Poverty Progress Threatened by...
September 20, 2017
Census data released the week of Sept. 14, show modest improvements in the numbers of Texas children living in poverty and the percentage of uninsured children. But far too...
ETMC, UT-Health, Ardent create new ET health system
September 20, 2017
East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System (ETMC) has selected Ardent Health Services (Ardent) and The University of Texas System (UT System), which includes The...
ACGS announces Meeting
September 13, 2017
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.,...
NSDAR Announces Meeting
September 13, 2017
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,...
Heritage Center museum needs volunteers
August 23, 2017
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...
Property tax legislation clears major hurdle in Texas House
August 16, 2017
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....
House OKs reversing cuts to disabled children’s therapy services
August 9, 2017
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...
Nichols’ 5 Cents: state’s budget, convention of states and more
June 7, 2017
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...
Rusk Police Department starts Selfie Challenge
September 20, 2017
The Rusk Police Department started a Selfie Challenge on Monday, Sept. 11. They are challenging the public to meet the officers and take selfies.
Post the selfies to...
8th Annual Scarecrow Trail
September 20, 2017
The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Association is hosting the 2017 Scarecrow Trail to benefit H.O.P.E. Oct. 14 - 26.
The H.O.P.E. organization is a non-profit that...
Meals on Wheels Sept. 20 - 26
September 20, 2017
Wednesday: Chicken Parmesan, rigatoni pasta with sauce, zucchini, fruit compote, spinach salad, garlic toast, milk
Thursday: Sausage and red beans, steamed rice, fried...
Texas CPAs offer tips on back-to-school expenses
August 9, 2017
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...
Better Business Bureau offers tips on avoiding auto repair despair
August 9, 2017
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...
BBB: Robocall Self-Defense
July 26, 2017
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 can help you find the right hospice
September 13, 2017
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...
Youth Volunteers from New Jersey Travel to Houston to Help...
September 6, 2017
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...
Rusk VFW sponsoring scholarship contests
September 6, 2017
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...
Rosie Lee (Foreman) Jarrell Obituary
September 22, 2017
Rosie Lee (Foreman) Jarrell, 70, while in the presence of her loving husband, went to be in the presence of our precious Lord on Sept. 17. Rosie Lee was born on July 20,...
Glendale Pate Obituary
September 21, 2017
Funeral services for Glendale Pate, 80, of Rusk will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 22, at Covenant Church on the Hill also known as First Church on the Hill, Rusk, under the...
Roy Alfred Beck Obituary
September 18, 2017
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,...
8th Annual Scarecrow Trail
September 20, 2017
The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Association is hosting the 2017 Scarecrow Trail to benefit H.O.P.E. Oct. 14 - 26.
The H.O.P.E. organization is a non-profit that...
SFA Gardens to host BioBlitz in the Pineywoods Native Plant Center
September 20, 2017
Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host a BioBlitz event Friday and Saturday, Sept. 22 and 23, in the Pineywoods Native Plant Center, located at 2900...
Getting to the Root of the Problem
September 20, 2017
One of the major causes of tree failure is root damage. When a tree’s root system has been extensively damaged, the whole tree can fall to the ground – or onto your...
American Cancer Society: Bark For Life - A Canine Event to Fight...
September 13, 2017
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...
Pet Talk: Responsibilities of pet bird ownership
July 5, 2017
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...
Better Business Bureau’s Suggestions for Choosing a Caregiver for...
June 21, 2017
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,...
City of Palestine ramps up police recruiting effort with ‘CO to PO’...
September 20, 2017
The City of Palestine is looking to fill its ranks of the Palestine Police Department. As part of that effort, Police Chief Andy Harvey has started the “CO to PO” program,...
SFA Gardens to host BioBlitz in the Pineywoods Native Plant Center
September 20, 2017
Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host a BioBlitz event Friday and Saturday, Sept. 22 and 23, in the Pineywoods Native Plant Center, located at 2900...
Mrs. Laura Bush, Lake Livingston Friends of Reservoirs, Trinity...
September 20, 2017
Former First Lady Laura Bush joined senior officials from Lake Livingston Friends of Reservoirs (LLFoR), Trinity River Authority and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to...
Play it loud: #ALTOgether!
September 20, 2017
The smallest school at the annual Cedar Hill Battle of the Bands took home the largest trophy.
The Alto Mean Sting Music Machine took part in the...
Promises kept: 2017-18 Promise Fund candidates announced
September 20, 2017
The Rusk TJC Citizens Promise scholarship is in its fifth year of providing collegiate opportunities to Rusk High School students. This year,...
Jacksonville Homecoming Friday night
September 20, 2017
Photo: Grace Traylor, JISD
Jacksonville High School will celebrate Homecoming festivities this week with a downtown pep rally at 3:30 p.m....
Rusk Police Department starts Selfie Challenge
September 20, 2017
The Rusk Police Department started a Selfie Challenge on Monday, Sept. 11. They are challenging the public to meet the officers and take selfies.
Post the selfies to...
8th Annual Scarecrow Trail
September 20, 2017
The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Association is hosting the 2017 Scarecrow Trail to benefit H.O.P.E. Oct. 14 - 26.
The H.O.P.E. organization is a non-profit that...
Jacksonville Rotary learns about Israel’s Forests
September 20, 2017
At the Sept. 13 meeting Jacksonville Rotarian Taylor Wilson, Consulting Forester with Farmers National Company, delivered a presentation on the...
Football Friday: 9-22-17
September 23, 2017
In Friday football action:
Rusk spoils Fairfield's homecoming with a 33-21 win. Rusk (3-1) travels to Alto next week.
Alto falls on the road at Garrison, 50-36. Alto...
The Great Golf Ball Drop
September 20, 2017
Birmingham Forest Golf Course is hosting The Great Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m.
Only 1,000 golf balls will be sold. The winner does not have to...
Iron Eagle Classic Golf Tournament
September 20, 2017
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...
Gov. Greg Abbott, Commissioner George P. Bush join forces to help...
September 20, 2017
As part of the recovery from Hurricane Harvey, Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday, Sept. 14, that Land Commissioner George P. Bush will head up the state’s...
Updated DPS Driver Handbook Now Available
September 20, 2017
Effective Sept. 1, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Texas Driver Handbook was revised and transitioned to a printable, online-only format. Handbook revisions...
Comptroller’s Office Extends Tax Deadline in Counties Affected by...
September 20, 2017
Most businesses in federally declared disaster areas affected by Hurricane Harvey will be granted a 30-day extension to file August and quarterly sales and use tax reports,...
Mrs. Laura Bush, Lake Livingston Friends of Reservoirs, Trinity...
September 20, 2017
Former First Lady Laura Bush joined senior officials from Lake Livingston Friends of Reservoirs (LLFoR), Trinity River Authority and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to...
Hurricane Harvey Tourism Recovery Fund Launched to Help Devastated...
September 13, 2017
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...
Texas Historical Commission News Briefs for August
September 6, 2017
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...
Boys State a wonderful opportunity for Alto student
September 13, 2017
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...
Pondering a few ‘puzzling’ things
September 6, 2017
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...
‘From a Grandmother’s Heart’
September 6, 2017
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...
SEC Monitoring Market Impact Of Hurricane Harvey
September 6, 2017
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 Details Agency Response to Hurricane Harvey Disaster
September 6, 2017
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...
Hurricane Season: Look Up Before the Storm
July 19, 2017
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...
20th Annual East Texas Wildlife & Incident Management Academy
June 14, 2017
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...
Governor Abbott Declares State Of Disaster In Bastrop County
October 14, 2015
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...
Weekend weather prediction causes fire concern
May 14, 2014
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...