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Jacksonville Council discusses grant program, zone changes
May 18, 2017
The Jacksonville City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 9 started off with special presentations. The first was for the Employee of the Month, awarded to Carol Rhymes and the...
Rusk Council reorganizes, talks land during monthly meeting
May 18, 2017
After the official canvass of the votes of the May 6, Mayoral and City Council Elections during the Rusk City Council meeting Thursday, May 11, the oath of office was...
Motorcar group speeds at TSR
May 18, 2017
Historic steam locomotives and diesel engines are not the only vehicles which may be seen on the tracks of the Texas State Railroad. On Sunday,...
Jacksonville Council discusses grant program, zone changes
May 18, 2017
The Jacksonville City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 9 started off with special presentations. The first was for the Employee of the Month, awarded to Carol Rhymes and the...
Rusk Council reorganizes, talks land during monthly meeting
May 18, 2017
After the official canvass of the votes of the May 6, Mayoral and City Council Elections during the Rusk City Council meeting Thursday, May 11, the oath of office was...
Motorcar group speeds at TSR
May 18, 2017
Historic steam locomotives and diesel engines are not the only vehicles which may be seen on the tracks of the Texas State Railroad. On Sunday,...
Taxing Thoughts: Missed the boat? Reasons to file taxes
May 18, 2017
This year’s April 18 tax deadline has come and gone, but not everyone has filed a 2016 tax return. Many taxpayers who should file simply do not. Common culprits are older,...
Home Country
May 18, 2017
When Harley Jacobsen came into Doc’s office the other day for his physical it was a treat for Doc.
Harley is one of Doc’s favorite people. Harley is a farmer. A 24/7...
Idle American
May 18, 2017
Folks given to dreaming some 500 years ago could never have imagined the many dozens of major historical occurrences linked to Galveston Island from then until now. Keep in...
Land, Water & Wealth Legal Symposium for East TX Agriculture
May 17, 2017
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension presents Land, Water & Wealth: Legal Symposium for East Texas Agriculture on Friday, May 19. To be held at the Angelina County Extension...
Arbor Day Foundation offers Tree-Care Booklet
May 17, 2017
The Arbor Day Foundation is offering a handy tree-care booklet designed to help people plant and care for trees.
Anyone can receive Conservation Trees, a user-friendly...
Land, Water & Wealth Legal Symposium for East TX Agriculture
May 3, 2017
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension presents Land, Water & Wealth: Legal Symposium for East Texas Agriculture on Friday, May 19. To be held at the Angelina County Extension...
Driver Safety Class
May 17, 2017
There will be an AARP Driver Safety Class at Red Cross in Tyler at 320 E Rieck on Friday, May 19 at 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for...
The Rusk Chamber of Commerce welcomes new member, Buffco Production
May 17, 2017
Buffco Production Inc. was established in 1981 by Frank M. Bufkin III, and is a family owned, privately held operating company with a focus on...
NSDAR announces Spring Luncheon
May 17, 2017
The Major Thaddeus Beall Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will meet for their spring luncheon at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 20, at the Hong...
The Ugly Duckling
May 19, 2017
The Children’s Performing Arts Series at Stephen F. Austin State University will present Hans Christian Andersen’s story of “The Ugly Duckling,” presented by Virginia...
Friday Night Bluegrass Concert Kicks Off Blueberry Festival
May 17, 2017
The Texas Blueberry Festival kicks off with the Blueberry Bluegrass Concert in the Park, from 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, June 9 at Festival Plaza in...
Texas Forestry Association Seeks Nominations
May 17, 2017
Texas Forestry Association is seeking nominations for the 2017 Excellence in Wood Design Awards.
First presented in 1967, the Excellence in Wood Design Award has become a...
Taxing Thoughts: Missed the boat? Reasons to file taxes
May 18, 2017
This year’s April 18 tax deadline has come and gone, but not everyone has filed a 2016 tax return. Many taxpayers who should file simply do not. Common culprits are older,...
The Rusk Chamber of Commerce welcomes new member, Buffco Production
May 17, 2017
Buffco Production Inc. was established in 1981 by Frank M. Bufkin III, and is a family owned, privately held operating company with a focus on...
Land, Water & Wealth Legal Symposium for East TX Agriculture
May 17, 2017
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension presents Land, Water & Wealth: Legal Symposium for East Texas Agriculture on Friday, May 19. To be held at the Angelina County Extension...
The Ugly Duckling
May 19, 2017
The Children’s Performing Arts Series at Stephen F. Austin State University will present Hans Christian Andersen’s story of “The Ugly Duckling,” presented by Virginia...
Southlake freshman Locklin awarded Frields art scholarship
May 19, 2017
NACOGDOCHES, Texas – The Friends of the Visual Arts at Stephen F. Austin State University have selected Southlake freshman Shelby Locklin as this year’s recipient of the...
Promises kept: Rusk/TJC Promise Program honors scholars
May 18, 2017
On May 9, Tyler Junior College, Citizens 1st Bank and Rusk and Cherokee County continued keeping its collective promise and honored members of the...
Fundraiser for local family
May 17, 2017
Rusk natives Shawn and Kathi Davis are holding a fundraiser for Shawn Davis who recently had triple bypass open heart surgery and was diagnosed with diabetes in the...
Jacksonville Progress Sponsor’s Shuttle at Tomato Fest
May 17, 2017
The Jacksonville Progress presented a $700 check to sponsor the Jacksonville Citizen’s Police Academy Shuttle Transportation Service at the 33rd...
The Rusk Chamber of Commerce welcomes new member, Buffco Production
May 17, 2017
Buffco Production Inc. was established in 1981 by Frank M. Bufkin III, and is a family owned, privately held operating company with a focus on...
Fundraiser for local family
May 17, 2017
Rusk natives Shawn and Kathi Davis are holding a fundraiser for Shawn Davis who recently had triple bypass open heart surgery and was diagnosed with diabetes in the...
Drivers Needed
May 17, 2017
Sarah Welch, the director of the Meals on Wheels program, is looking for volunteer drivers. “We need drivers, it doesn’t matter if they want to drive once or twice a month...
Shady Grove C.O.G. I.C. Church announces 1 year celebration
May 17, 2017
Shady Grove Church of God In Christ cordially invites the public to worship with them as they glorify God for Minister Oliver Sturns and Sister Sonya Sturns One Year...
Dual threats: Stewart, Aguilar set to graduate from JC, NSISD
May 18, 2017
Just consider New Summerfield High School students Wesley Stewart and Romario Aguilar a couple of “dual threats.”
The duo, both seniors at NSHS,...
Driver Safety Class
May 17, 2017
There will be an AARP Driver Safety Class at Red Cross in Tyler at 320 E Rieck on Friday, May 19 at 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for...
Land, Water & Wealth Legal Symposium for East TX Agriculture
May 17, 2017
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension presents Land, Water & Wealth: Legal Symposium for East Texas Agriculture on Friday, May 19. To be held at the Angelina County Extension...
Motorcar group speeds at TSR
May 18, 2017
Historic steam locomotives and diesel engines are not the only vehicles which may be seen on the tracks of the Texas State Railroad. On Sunday,...
Dual threats: Stewart, Aguilar set to graduate from JC, NSISD
May 18, 2017
Just consider New Summerfield High School students Wesley Stewart and Romario Aguilar a couple of “dual threats.”
The duo, both seniors at NSHS,...
Promises kept: Rusk/TJC Promise Program honors scholars
May 18, 2017
On May 9, Tyler Junior College, Citizens 1st Bank and Rusk and Cherokee County continued keeping its collective promise and honored members of the...
Drivers Needed
May 17, 2017
Sarah Welch, the director of the Meals on Wheels program, is looking for volunteer drivers. “We need drivers, it doesn’t matter if they want to drive once or twice a month...
NSDAR announces Spring Luncheon
May 17, 2017
The Major Thaddeus Beall Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will meet for their spring luncheon at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 20, at the Hong...
2017 United Way Outreach Food Packaging Event
May 17, 2017
The public is invited to join from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 3 at the Palestine Junior High School 1600 S. Loop 256 for the event.
This is just a reminder to...
Jacksonville Council discusses grant program, zone changes
May 18, 2017
The Jacksonville City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 9 started off with special presentations. The first was for the Employee of the Month, awarded to Carol Rhymes and the...
Rusk Council reorganizes, talks land during monthly meeting
May 18, 2017
After the official canvass of the votes of the May 6, Mayoral and City Council Elections during the Rusk City Council meeting Thursday, May 11, the oath of office was...
Alto Council addresses water issues
May 18, 2017
Several water issues were discussed at the Alto City Council meeting Monday night which was opened with the swearing into office of Councilman Jerry Flowers, Councilman...
Drivers Needed
May 17, 2017
Sarah Welch, the director of the Meals on Wheels program, is looking for volunteer drivers. “We need drivers, it doesn’t matter if they want to drive once or twice a month...
2017 United Way Outreach Food Packaging Event
May 17, 2017
The public is invited to join from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 3 at the Palestine Junior High School 1600 S. Loop 256 for the event.
This is just a reminder to...
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension announces Food Handlers Class
May 17, 2017
Texas Department of State Health Services accredited food handlers program is now being offered here at the Cherokee County Courthouse Annex 165 East 6th St. #104, Rusk....
Texas Folklore Society to host 101st annual meeting in Tyler
April 19, 2017
NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Folklore is the traditional knowledge of a culture passed down through stories, customs, superstitions, folk art and music, family legends, and oral...
Confederate Memorial Service
April 12, 2017
This service will be remembering five Confederate Veterans: Jesse P. Cornelison, Felix G. Hardgraves, John C. Evans, Joseph E. Kirkland and Rial Smith. The service will...
CCGS announces meeting
April 5, 2017
The next regular meeting of the Cherokee County Genealogical Society will be at 5 p.m., Monday, April 10, at the First United Methodist Church, 1031 SE Loop 456, in...
Week in Review: a look at proposed bills, meeting with delegations
April 5, 2017
Visiting the Capitol during a legislative session is a way to help develop local community leaders and make sure state lawmakers know the issues important to their...
Nichols' 5 Cents: License to carry, budget passes Senate, voter ID
April 5, 2017
While preparing your taxes this month, Texans can be thankful we are one of only seven states with no state income tax.
Lower taxes and efficient government are just a...
Week in Review: spring bringing bills, developments across district
March 29, 2017
When 181 lawmakers, thousands of policy groups, the media, and people from across the state and nation migrate to Austin every two years for the Texas Legislative Session,...
Jacksonville Council discusses grant program, zone changes
May 18, 2017
The Jacksonville City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 9 started off with special presentations. The first was for the Employee of the Month, awarded to Carol Rhymes and the...
Rusk Council reorganizes, talks land during monthly meeting
May 18, 2017
After the official canvass of the votes of the May 6, Mayoral and City Council Elections during the Rusk City Council meeting Thursday, May 11, the oath of office was...
Dual threats: Stewart, Aguilar set to graduate from JC, NSISD
May 18, 2017
Just consider New Summerfield High School students Wesley Stewart and Romario Aguilar a couple of “dual threats.”
The duo, both seniors at NSHS,...
FRIDAY NIGHT BLUEGRASS CONCERT KICKS OFF BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL
March 13, 2017
NACOGDOCHES, Texas -- The Texas Blueberry Festival kicks off Friday night with the Blueberry Bluegrass Concert in the Park, from 6 to 10 p.m. June 9 at Festival Plaza in...
TFWC Wednesday Study Club holds January meeting
February 15, 2017
The TFWC Wednesday Study Club of Jacksonville met Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017 in the home of Barbara Murray.
President Deborah Burkett called the meeting to order and...
'A Dog's Purpose' serves as sentimental family entertainment
February 1, 2017
Spud Nut,
A Dog’s Purpose (PG, 120 minutes) is dog owner’s special about a canine’s reincarnations.
The story follows one lovable dog through four lifetimes, appearing...
Arbor Day Foundation offers Tree-Care Booklet
May 17, 2017
The Arbor Day Foundation is offering a handy tree-care booklet designed to help people plant and care for trees.
Anyone can receive Conservation Trees, a user-friendly...
National Day of Prayer set for May 4
April 19, 2017
The annual National Day of Prayer is set for May 4 and the Rusk Ministerial Alliance will hold an event on that day at the Cherokee County Courthouse in Rusk.
The group...
Social Security announces new online service for replacement Social...
March 29, 2017
The Social Security Administration introduced the expansion of online services for residents of Texas available through its my Social Security portal at...
Larry Cobble Guinn Obituary
May 17, 2017
Larry Cobble Guinn, 89, of Rusk, passed away on Wednesday, May 10. He was born Jan. 29, 1928, in Rusk, to the late Melba Clay and Cora Mae Guinn. He is survived by his...
Willie Mae Lear Clark obituary
May 11, 2017
Willie Mae Lear Clark was born on Aug. 2, 1936 in Atlanta, TX and died May 9, 2017. A graveside service for Ms. Clark is scheduled for 1 p.m., Monday, May 15, at Cedar...
Joe Dan Moake Obituary
May 10, 2017
Joe Dan Moake went to see his Lord on Wednesday morning, May 10, after a lengthy illness. Joe Dan was born on Sept. 29, 1942, to Noble Victor (N.V.) and Annie Ruth Moake....
Jacksonville Progress Sponsor’s Shuttle at Tomato Fest
May 17, 2017
The Jacksonville Progress presented a $700 check to sponsor the Jacksonville Citizen’s Police Academy Shuttle Transportation Service at the 33rd...
Friday Night Bluegrass Concert Kicks Off Blueberry Festival
May 17, 2017
The Texas Blueberry Festival kicks off with the Blueberry Bluegrass Concert in the Park, from 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, June 9 at Festival Plaza in...
Arbor Day Foundation offers Tree-Care Booklet
May 17, 2017
The Arbor Day Foundation is offering a handy tree-care booklet designed to help people plant and care for trees.
Anyone can receive Conservation Trees, a user-friendly...
Rabies clinics continue this week
May 3, 2017
Cherokee County veterinarians are trying to fend off potential rabies outbreaks by offering low cost vaccinations in the area this week and through...
County veterinarians unite to offer low-cost vaccinations
April 26, 2017
Cherokee County veterinarians are trying to fend off potential rabies outbreaks by offering low cost vaccinations in the area May 1-11.
Various...
Pets and Distracted Driving
April 26, 2017
With the busy summer travel season right around the corner, many families are planning to hit the road with their families - and that of course, means their four-legged...
Driver Safety Class
May 17, 2017
There will be an AARP Driver Safety Class at Red Cross in Tyler at 320 E Rieck on Friday, May 19 at 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for...
Drivers Needed
May 17, 2017
Sarah Welch, the director of the Meals on Wheels program, is looking for volunteer drivers. “We need drivers, it doesn’t matter if they want to drive once or twice a month...
NSDAR announces Spring Luncheon
May 17, 2017
The Major Thaddeus Beall Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will meet for their spring luncheon at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 20, at the Hong...
2017 United Way Outreach Food Packaging Event
May 17, 2017
The public is invited to join from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 3 at the Palestine Junior High School 1600 S. Loop 256 for the event.
This is just a reminder to...
University of Texas at Tyler holds Spring 2017 Commencement
May 17, 2017
One thousand one hundred and thirty six degree candidates were recognized in the R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center.
Dawn Franks, The University of Texas at...
BMA Seminary’s Sixtieth Commencement
May 17, 2017
The Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary of Jacksonville, will hold its 2017 commencement exercises on Saturday, May 20 at 2 p.m. in the seminary’s Dorman...
NSDAR announces Spring Luncheon
May 17, 2017
The Major Thaddeus Beall Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will meet for their spring luncheon at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 20, at the Hong...
2017 United Way Outreach Food Packaging Event
May 17, 2017
The public is invited to join from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 3 at the Palestine Junior High School 1600 S. Loop 256 for the event.
This is just a reminder to...
Kid’s Crusade
May 17, 2017
Christ Community Church, (in Palestine), (903)729-3178, is having a Kid’s Crusade, (for ages 4 and older), June 23 – June 25. The Church is located at 5625 N. Loop 256,...
County claims 2 state track medals; Rusk SB, Troup BB advance
May 18, 2017
It was a busy two weeks for Cherokee County’s sports teams, complete with two state track meets, two state golf tournaments and five county baseball and softball teams...
Showing their strength
May 10, 2017
First Annual Benson Memorial Charity Golf Tournament
May 10, 2017
Benson Memorial CME Church of Jacksonville, Texas will host the First Annual Benson Memorial Charity Golf Tournament, Saturday, June 10 at the Cherokee Ranch Golf Club,...
TXDOT Celebrates 100 Years of Service to Texans with area events
May 3, 2017
The Texas Department of Transportation turned 100 years old on Tuesday, April 4 and celebrated with an employee event at its downtown Austin headquarters office located in...
Texas takes a stand against obesity: Statewide weight-loss contest...
April 5, 2017
An exciting new contest in Texas is encouraging both individual residents and entire employee groups statewide to lose weight, get healthy and win huge cash prizes for...
Austin Bank Named “One of 2017 Best Companies to Work for in Texas”
April 5, 2017
Austin Bank was recently named one of the 2017 Best Companies to Work for in Texas.
The Bank was recognized and honored on Thursday, March 23 at...
Jacksonville Progress Sponsor’s Shuttle at Tomato Fest
May 17, 2017
The Jacksonville Progress presented a $700 check to sponsor the Jacksonville Citizen’s Police Academy Shuttle Transportation Service at the 33rd...
33rd Annual Tomato Fest
May 17, 2017
Local farmers are busy getting ready by planting acres of the best tastin’ tomatoes for the upcoming 33rd Annual Tomato Fest in Jacksonville.
Come join the celebration in...
Rusk KOA hosts 14th Annual ‘Big Weekend’
May 10, 2017
The Rusk KOA campground, located at 745 FM 343 East in Rusk, is offering campers a special Saturday of camping for just $10 to benefit KOA Care Camps for children with...
BBB offers contribution cautions for donors in wake of East Texas...
May 10, 2017
As our local community’s attention and hearts are focused on the tornadoes which killed five and injured dozens in East Texas earlier this month, BBB warns donors to be...
Coaches dedicated to Rusk athletes
May 10, 2017
To the anonymous and concerned citizens of Rusk – I would like to thank both Jowell and Chad Hancock for their dedication to not only my son, but to all the kids in the...
Rusk Post Office food drive this Saturday
May 10, 2017
Saturday, May 13 is the 25th annual Post Office Food Drive.
Please place your non-perishable food items by your mailbox for collection by your mail carrier. There will...
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...
Weekend weather prediction causes fire concern
May 7, 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 A&M Forest...