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    Photo by Josie Fox Pictured is an example of a remote control vehicle that will be available for rental at the proposed R/C race track in Rusk. The Redcat Racing Blackout model is a one tenth scale, off road model with stock motors and six cell batteries. This model will run at an approximate speed of 20 mph out of the box and will be featured in a separate class at the track. R/C track proposed in Rusk
    August 15, 2018
    Rusk resident Chris Baker wants Rusk to get its race on – remote control style. Baker, a recent transplant from California, presented a proposal...


    USPS statement regarding recent delivery and processing interruptions
    August 9, 2018
    The Postal Service is committed to providing exceptional customer service. Additionally, the safety and security of employees, customers, and the mailstream is our top...
    Burn ban set for Cherokee County
    August 8, 2018
    During an emergency Cherokee County Commissioner’s Court meeting held on Tuesday, Aug. 7 a burn ban was set for Cherokee County by unanimous decision. In light of the...
    Cherokee County employees present to receive their years of service award during the July 9 Commissioner’s Court meeting were, in no particular order, Jennifer Crowley, Judia Husband, Kelly Ray, Marceia Hamilton, Jonathan Hughes, Pam White, Peggy Cornelius and Chris Davis. Also pictured are county commissioners Kelly Traylor, Pct. 1; Steven Norton, Pct. 2; Pactrick Reagan, Pct. 3 and Byron Underwood, Pct. 4. Service awards presented during July 9 Commissioner’s Court...
    July 11, 2018
    Years of service awards were presented to county employees during the July 9 Commissioner’s Court meeting. Those receiving an award for five...


    Public hearings held for new homes, new sign in Rusk
    June 27, 2018
    Rusk city council members held two public hearings concerning various zoning issues within the city limits during the regular June council meeting. Two zoning matters were...
    Alto City Councilman Jerry Flowers resigns
    June 20, 2018
    City Councilman Jerry Flowers resigned his seat on the Alto City Council at the regular meeting Monday. Councilman Flowers told the council his work schedule would not...
    REDCO eyes making improvements to city park
    June 20, 2018
    Rusk’s I.C. Conley Park is on the city’s list of summer projects, thanks to the Rusk Economic Development Corporation (REDCO). REDCO Executive Director Bob Goldsberry in...
    Arbors residents sing for their fellow residents during a jam session held last week, during National Nursing Home Week. Longtime music teacher and volunteer director Margie Adams accompanies the group on piano. Below, band members John Ervin and Carol Kilman lend their talents to the choir as well. Arbors residents garner support, love from community, staff members
    May 23, 2018
    Some of Rusk’s Arbors Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center residents are making a joyful noise, as members of the center’s resident choir. Thanks...


    Photo by Cristin Parker Cherokee Trails Rehab and Healthcare Center residents enjoy a painting recently presented to the facility. The subject of the painting, done by a local artist, reflects the Cherokee people’s heritage and honors the Rusk Eagles in its color scheme. Local artist lends talent to Cherokee Trails
    May 23, 2018
    Cherokee Trails Rehab and Healthcare Center in Rusk is decorating with a theme, thanks to a local artist and volunteer. Earlier this year, Atoy...


    Brenda Pets of the Week
    May 23, 2018
    Periwinkle is a 2 year old female brown tabby. She is very scared and reserved, but will accept loves and treats. Brenda is a 5 to 6 month old...


    Road work zone fatalities on the rise in Texas
    May 23, 2018
    Road work zone fatalities on the rise in Texas In 2017, work zone fatalities in Texas increased 9 percent over the previous year, resulting in 199 deaths and 813 serious...
    Ronnie Kimbrough Former county official inducted into Emergency Management Hall of Fame
    May 23, 2018
    Former Cherokee County Emergency Management Coordinator Ronnie Kimbrough, who passed away on July 12, 2017, was inducted posthumously into the...


    RISD rehabbing former church
    May 23, 2018
    Rusk Independent School District is expanding on the cheap this summer. Rusk Superintendent Scott Davis told trustees during May’s regular board meeting the district was...
    Alto Municipal Judge Forrest Phifer (left) performed the swearing in for re-elected councilmen Randy Selman (middle, standing) and Carey Palmer (right, standing), who ran unopposed. Photo by Becky Whisenant Alto council swears in two new council members
    May 23, 2018
    Enforcement of the Alto city ordinance concerning junked or parked, non-running vehicles within the city limits was discussed at the city council...


    Local nonprofit seeks volunteers, donations
    May 23, 2018
    Rusk has its very own giving tree, but it needs watering. The Tree of Promise -- a nonprofit, faith-based community building organization – is looking for help from the...
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