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UPDATE: Suspects arrested in double homicide that took the life of...

On March 22, 2026, at approximately 1:45 am, deputies were dispatched to a deadly conduct at Club Exotic located at 11840 Hwy 64 W in Tyler. It was reported that there were...

Cherokee County Commissioners Court Adopts Resolution Supporting...

The Cherokee County Commissioners Court has formally adopted a resolution urging the Texas Legislature to modernize how county roads are funded, joining counties across the...

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WPD Chief Rapsilver to retire

Harold Rapsilver, named Police Chief of the Wells Police Department in 2018, has announced his retirement. Rapsilver, 65, began his law enforcement...

High Points from El Camino Real #1458

March 25, 2026Spring has officially arrived on El Camino Real and it looks like our Easter cold snap came a little early this year. It killed everything it could, but it...

High Points from El Camino Real #1457 – March 18, 2026

Folks along El Camino Real will be thinking about the old saying, the lights are on but nobody is home, as they go through the school zone in Alto this week. Its spring...

Folks along El Camino Real will be thinking about the old saying, the lights are on but nobody is home, as they go through the school zone in Alto this week. Its spring...

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UPDATE: Suspects arrested in double homicide that took the life of...

On March 22, 2026, at approximately 1:45 am, deputies were dispatched to a deadly conduct at Club Exotic located at 11840 Hwy 64 W in Tyler. It was reported that there were...

Cherokee County Commissioners Court Adopts Resolution Supporting...

The Cherokee County Commissioners Court has formally adopted a resolution urging the Texas Legislature to modernize how county roads are funded, joining counties across the...

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,...

Harold Rapsilver

Cherokeean Herald/Jo Anne Embleton

WPD Chief Rapsilver to retire

Harold Rapsilver, named Police Chief of the Wells Police Department in 2018, has announced his retirement. Rapsilver, 65, began his law enforcement...

Green milkweeds in East Texas feed migrating monarchs.

Mineola Nature Preserve Guided Tour

Every now and then East Texas offers up a moment that reminds us why we choose to live in this green, tree-strewn corner of the world. Sometimes it...

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,...

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The Rusk Youth Sports Association - RYSA Opening Ceremonies took place on Saturday. This year there are a total of 377 kids participating and 121...

Rusk Library offers amnesty week, book sale

RUSK – Patrons with overdue books can take advantage of an April 6-11 amnesty period offered by Rusk Public Library, which also will host its annual book sales that...

The Exceptional Kids Stock Show

Participants in The Exceptional Kids Stock Show exhibit animals at this year's CCJLS, currently under way at the Cherokee County Show Barn in...

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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Rusk Library offers amnesty week, book sale

RUSK – Patrons with overdue books can take advantage of an April 6-11 amnesty period offered by Rusk Public Library, which also will host its annual book sales that...

Cherokeean Herald photos

The Rusk Youth Sports Association - RYSA Opening Ceremonies took place on Saturday. This year there are a total of 377 kids participating and 121...

UPDATE: Suspects arrested in double homicide that took the life of...

On March 22, 2026, at approximately 1:45 am, deputies were dispatched to a deadly conduct at Club Exotic located at 11840 Hwy 64 W in Tyler. It was reported that there were...

Keion Dewayne Redd

It is with heavy hearts that we share the service arrangements for Keion Dewayne Redd, the beloved son of our Wiley alumna and my sorority sister...

Timothy Alan “Tim” Huckaby

Timothy Alan “Tim” Huckaby

Funeral services for Timothy Alan “Tim” Huckaby, 63, of Nacogdoches and formerly of Alto will be Saturday, March 28, at 2 PM in the Martinsville...

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...

Green milkweeds in East Texas feed migrating monarchs.

Mineola Nature Preserve Guided Tour

Every now and then East Texas offers up a moment that reminds us why we choose to live in this green, tree-strewn corner of the world. Sometimes it...

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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The Rusk Youth Sports Association - RYSA Opening Ceremonies took place on Saturday. This year there are a total of 377 kids participating and 121...

World Series players

During the opening day RYSA ceremonies on Saturday, the boys of the 2024 14U team were honored for their fantastic season winning the Texas State...

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Editorial: You Never Miss the Water ‘til the Well Runs Dry

I’m sure most of us weren’t very aware of the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer that lies under our feet, a vast underground lake that serves as the primary water source for more than...

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