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Governor Abbott Appoints Broom As District Attorney Of The 2nd...

Governor Greg Abbott appointed David Broom as District Attorney of the 2nd Judicial District in Cherokee County for a term set to expire December...

Are you ready for CCJLS 2026?

JACKSONVILLE – Backed with 77 years history and tradition, the March 24-28 Cherokee County Junior Livestock Show is brimming with exhibitors,...

RPD Citizen of the Year

Rusk Police Department’s Mike Alexander (left) and Amber Smith (right, RPD administrative assistant) present local resident Lazarus “Abb” Crockett with RPD’s inaugural Citizen of the Year award for his unwavering support of the local department through the years. Alexander, an executive consultant contracted by the city as it searches for a permanent police chief, said Crockett “has truly gone above and beyond” in helping create a true partnership between law enforcement and citizenry. Cherokeean Herald/Jo Anne Embleton

‘Citizen of the Year’ RPD reveals new award during council meeting

RUSK – A local resident known for his unwavering support of the community and its police throughout the years has been named Rusk Police...

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Review

The Cherokee Civic Theater’s latest production is a delightful interpretation of the classic C.S. Lewis’ “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”.Four siblings Peter, Susan,...

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Governor Abbott Appoints Broom As District Attorney Of The 2nd...

Governor Greg Abbott appointed David Broom as District Attorney of the 2nd Judicial District in Cherokee County for a term set to expire December...

Arrest Made in Sexual Coercion and Stalking Investigation

On 03/13/2026, the Jacksonville Police Department arrested Dewayne Scott Chapline (W/M DOB11/15/1967) following a lengthy investigation conducted by the Jacksonville Police...

One killed in traffic accident

One person was killed and another hospitalized after a crash in Cherokee County that occurred just north of Love's Lookout.Texas DPS crews...

Are you ready for CCJLS 2026?

JACKSONVILLE – Backed with 77 years history and tradition, the March 24-28 Cherokee County Junior Livestock Show is brimming with exhibitors,...

Are you ready for CCJLS 2026?

JACKSONVILLE – Backed with 77 years history and tradition, the March 24-28 Cherokee County Junior Livestock Show is brimming with exhibitors,...

Creation of new JEDCO grant to bolster local housing development

Hoping to draw create new, affordable housing in the city, a newly implemented matching grant program through JEDCO will reimburse contractors who create these residences...

2026 Wells Community Homecoming around the corner

WELLS – Plans are well underway as local residents prepare for the 62nd annual Wells Community Homecoming, set for Saturday, March 21.This year’s event – whose theme...

Are you ready for CCJLS 2026?

JACKSONVILLE – Backed with 77 years history and tradition, the March 24-28 Cherokee County Junior Livestock Show is brimming with exhibitors,...

RPD Citizen of the Year

Rusk Police Department’s Mike Alexander (left) and Amber Smith (right, RPD administrative assistant) present local resident Lazarus “Abb” Crockett with RPD’s inaugural Citizen of the Year award for his unwavering support of the local department through the years. Alexander, an executive consultant contracted by the city as it searches for a permanent police chief, said Crockett “has truly gone above and beyond” in helping create a true partnership between law enforcement and citizenry. Cherokeean Herald/Jo Anne Embleton

‘Citizen of the Year’ RPD reveals new award during council meeting

RUSK – A local resident known for his unwavering support of the community and its police throughout the years has been named Rusk Police...

2026 Wells Community Homecoming around the corner

WELLS – Plans are well underway as local residents prepare for the 62nd annual Wells Community Homecoming, set for Saturday, March 21.This year’s event – whose theme...

Alto PK RoundUp underway

ALTO – Registration is underway for Alto ISD’s PreK program, and parents and guardians can participate in the 2026-27 PK RoundUp online or in person, officials said.Phase 1...

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Governor Abbott Appoints Broom As District Attorney Of The 2nd...

Governor Greg Abbott appointed David Broom as District Attorney of the 2nd Judicial District in Cherokee County for a term set to expire December...

Are you ready for CCJLS 2026?

JACKSONVILLE – Backed with 77 years history and tradition, the March 24-28 Cherokee County Junior Livestock Show is brimming with exhibitors,...

Commissioners' Court to meet March 24

Daniel Donald Johnson

Daniel Donald Johnson

Daniel Donald Johnson’s spirit was released on March 14, 2026 from his worn-out shell of a body at home, surrounded by loving family. Ancient alien...

Juanita Bell Scales

Juanita Bell Scales

Juanita Bell Scales, 79, passed away on March 13, 2026, in Lufkin, Texas.She was born on April 27, 1946, in Jacksonville, Texas to Searcy and Essie...

Bettie Mary Pierce

Bettie Mary Pierce, 67, of Rusk passed away Friday, March 6, in Rusk. She was born in Jacksonville on July 6,1958 to Sallie and Odell Coleman.Mrs. Pierce worked at Rusk...

Spring Family Garden Days return to Caddo Mounds

On select Fridays this spring, families can spend two hours planting, learning, harvesting and getting their hands in the soil. This isn’t just...

What’s Happening in Cherokee County

MARCH 18Mission Tejas State Park will offer “Pioneer Toys and Games,” 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Visitor Center of the 19343 State Highway 21 park located east of Grapeland....

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