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February 4, 2026

We should all take a moment

February 4, 2026

We should all take a moment to consider the first responders that came out and helped their neighbors during the severe cold and ice last week. The linemen who worked in...

Sheriff's Department Office Executes Narcotics Search Warrant

January 29, 2026

On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence located in the 200 block of...

Community Safety Notice

January 29, 2026

Publisher's note: On Jan. 29, 2026, the local police shared the following notice on social media. City leaders will gather for a 3:30 p.m. meeting Thursday, Jan. 29, to...

Sheriff's Department Office Executes Narcotics Search Warrant

January 29, 2026

On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence located in the 200 block of...

Cherokee County constable found not guilty of assault

January 29, 2026

RUSK, Texas — A Cherokee County constable has been found not guilty of hitting another man with a vehicle in 2021.Cherokee County Pct. 4 Constable James "Jamie" Quinten...

Randarriuz Dewberry

Fugitive Captured

January 27, 2026

On January 22, 2026, Randarriuz Dewberry, 20, of Jacksonville, was located during a traffic stop conducted by the Texas Highway Patrol on FM 346...

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Gardener’s delight: 2026 Seed Swap Feb. 6 in Rusk

February 4, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – The annual Cherokee County Seed Swap is just around the corner, and officials are urging attendees to come early for better selections, then stay for a...

Photo courtesy of County Roads Rescue

Area shelter hosts ground-breaking ceremony at new site

February 5, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – Officials from a local animal rescue were on hand at the new County Roads Rescue site in Cherokee County for a Jan. 30, 2026,...

Cherokee County: Icy conditions prompts Jan. 26 closures

January 25, 2026

Area school districts have cancelled classes for Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, citing safety of staff and students as the region is dealing with icy weather conditions. Officials...

Getting ready for some winter weather

January 23, 2026

Photo courtesy of County Roads Rescue

Area shelter hosts ground-breaking ceremony at new site

February 5, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – Officials from a local animal rescue were on hand at the new County Roads Rescue site in Cherokee County for a Jan. 30, 2026,...

Lana Z of the Good Samaritan was speechless as she was named Citizen of the Year and presented the award by the 2024 Citizen of the Year Anthony Holcomb. Photo by Carlton Crothers

2026 Rusk Chamber Banquet

February 5, 2026

The 86th annual Rusk Chamber of Commerce Banquet might have been delayed due to the ice storm that roared through our area but the enthusiasm for...

We should all take a moment

February 4, 2026

We should all take a moment to consider the first responders that came out and helped their neighbors during the severe cold and ice last week. The linemen who worked in...

Gardener’s delight: 2026 Seed Swap Feb. 6 in Rusk

February 4, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – The annual Cherokee County Seed Swap is just around the corner, and officials are urging attendees to come early for better selections, then stay for a...

Lana Z of the Good Samaritan was speechless as she was named Citizen of the Year and presented the award by the 2024 Citizen of the Year Anthony Holcomb. Photo by Carlton Crothers

2026 Rusk Chamber Banquet

February 5, 2026

The 86th annual Rusk Chamber of Commerce Banquet might have been delayed due to the ice storm that roared through our area but the enthusiasm for...

Photo courtesy of County Roads Rescue

Area shelter hosts ground-breaking ceremony at new site

February 5, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – Officials from a local animal rescue were on hand at the new County Roads Rescue site in Cherokee County for a Jan. 30, 2026,...

What's Happening

February 4, 2026

FEB. 5It’s time for Donkey Basketball in Rusk! The Rusk FFA will sponsor the game starting at 7 pm on Thursday, Feb 5, in the Rusk High School Coliseum. Come see which...

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Notice of Service: James Wade Adams III

February 3, 2026

8/25/1935 - 2/1/2026 Visitation for James Wade Adams, III, will be Friday Feb 6th, 6-8 pm at Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home. Funeral Service at Memorial Missionary Baptist...

January 29, 2026

Jack Joe Quinn, 93, of Rusk, Texas passed away January 26, 2026 in Rusk, Texas. He was born December 20, 1932 in Athens, Texas to Marcus and Flora...

James Daniel Nowell

James Daniel Nowell

January 27, 2026

James Daniel Nowell, 41, of Alto, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, in Tyler, Texas.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday,...

Gardener’s delight: 2026 Seed Swap Feb. 6 in Rusk

February 4, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – The annual Cherokee County Seed Swap is just around the corner, and officials are urging attendees to come early for better selections, then stay for a...

UIL releases biennial reclassification, realignment for 2026-28 period

February 4, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – A Feb. 2 UIL release of biennial reclassification and realignments for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years reflects change for only one area school...

We should all take a moment

February 4, 2026

We should all take a moment to consider the first responders that came out and helped their neighbors during the severe cold and ice last week. The linemen who worked in...

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