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Breaking News: JISD cancels Nov. 4 classes

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October 29, 2025

Upcoming Games – Nov. 7

November 4, 2025

Alto Yellowjackets at Mt Enterprise Wildcats – 7:00 p.m.Troup Tigers at Buffalo Bison – 7:30 p.m.Center Roughriders at Rusk Eagles – 7:30 p.m.Jacksonville Fightin’ Indians...

JISD cancels Nov. 4 classes

November 4, 2025

Out of an abundance of caution, and in keeping with our unwavering commitment to the safety of our students and staff, JISD has made the decision to keep all schools closed...

Jacksonville manhunt update

November 4, 2025

In a Nov. 3, 2025, social media post, Jacksonville Police Department shared the following information:Following our earlier alert regarding the suspect, Bobby Dennis, in...

OPINION: Help protect East Texas groundwater by voting for...

October 29, 2025

The continued growth of Texas is a testament to what those of us who were born and raised here already know – Texas is the greatest place in the world. It seems the rest of...

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Judge Michael Davis Appointed to 12th Court of Appeals

October 29, 2025

369th District Judge Michael Davis has just been appointed to a new position by Govenor Abbott . Most recently he presided over the trial of Noah...

Cherokee County Burn Ban Lifted

October 27, 2025

In an announcement from the Cherokee County Judge Chris Davis, because of the rain this past weekend and the forecast for more this week, the burn ban is no longer...

40th Reklaw Fly-in this weekend

October 24, 2025

This weekend is the 40th annual Flying M Ranch Fly-in and campout in Reklaw. Planes of all different colors, styles and manufacturers from all over...

JISD cancels Nov. 4 classes

November 4, 2025

Out of an abundance of caution, and in keeping with our unwavering commitment to the safety of our students and staff, JISD has made the decision to keep all schools closed...

CCGMA speaker to discuss plant diseases

November 1, 2025

JACKSONVILLE – Cherokee County Master Gardener Stephen Cook, a second-generation peach farmer, will discuss plant diseases during a Nov. 10 CCGMA meeting at First Methodist...

CCT announces cast for 2025 Christmas program

October 31, 2025

RUSK – Cherokee Civic Theatre recently announced the cast list for its 2025 holiday production, “Christmas Shorts.”The production features a cast of 48, with some people...

Upcoming Games – Nov. 7

November 4, 2025

Alto Yellowjackets at Mt Enterprise Wildcats – 7:00 p.m.Troup Tigers at Buffalo Bison – 7:30 p.m.Center Roughriders at Rusk Eagles – 7:30 p.m.Jacksonville Fightin’ Indians...

Grand Reopening of Mission Tejas

November 4, 2025

“We would absolutely be honored to see our neighbors, friends, and families join us,” said Park Ranger Linda. “If you come out, please introduce yourself to Superintendent...

UPDATE: JPD officer in stable condition

November 3, 2025

Dr. Mid Johnson

Rusk ISD: Superintendent’s Message to the Community

October 29, 2025

As Superintendent of Schools for Rusk ISD, I feel extremely fortunate for the opportunity to work and serve in this great community. We have many...

3 Boil Water Notices Rescinded by Rusk Rural Water Supply Oct 30, 2025

October 30, 2025

1. Area(S) Affected: Customers on: US HWY 84 E(NOT ALL CUSTOMERS ON HWY 84- IF THECORRECT NUMBER IS ON THE ACCOUNT CUSTOMER WILL RECEIVE A CALL) FM 2962 &COUNTY ROADS:...

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

October 29, 2025

Will you be ready for the end of Daylight Saving Time when we “Fall Back” an hour on Sunday – officially at 2 a.m.?When clocks “fall back” an hour, the end of Daylight...

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems Rusk Rural...

October 23, 2025

Area(S) Affected: Customers on: US HWY 84 E(NOT ALL CUSTOMERS- IF THE CORRECT NUMBER IS ON THE ACCOUNT CUSTOMER WILL RECEIVE A CALL) COUNTY ROADS:...

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Grand Reopening of Mission Tejas

November 4, 2025

“We would absolutely be honored to see our neighbors, friends, and families join us,” said Park Ranger Linda. “If you come out, please introduce yourself to Superintendent...

JISD cancels Nov. 4 classes

November 4, 2025

Out of an abundance of caution, and in keeping with our unwavering commitment to the safety of our students and staff, JISD has made the decision to keep all schools closed...

Jacksonville manhunt update

November 4, 2025

In a Nov. 3, 2025, social media post, Jacksonville Police Department shared the following information:Following our earlier alert regarding the suspect, Bobby Dennis, in...

Jerry M. Meador

Jerry M. Meador

November 3, 2025

A funeral service for Jerry M. Meador, 89, of Gilmer, was at 11 a.m., Monday, October 27, 2025, at Autry Funeral Home in Jacksonville with Pastor...

Russell Patrick Kennedy

Russell Patrick Kennedy

November 3, 2025

Russell Patrick Kennedy of Jacksonville, TX, was born Aug. 3, 1954, in Woodruff, WI, and passed away peacefully on Oct. 22, 2025, after his second...

Floyd Dwaine Lusk

Floyd Dwaine Lusk

October 30, 2025

Floyd Lusk, 74, of Cushing, was born on July 26, 1951, in Maydelle, Texas, to Casey Lusk and Katherine (Williams) Lusk, and died Sunday, October...

Grand Reopening of Mission Tejas

November 4, 2025

“We would absolutely be honored to see our neighbors, friends, and families join us,” said Park Ranger Linda. “If you come out, please introduce yourself to Superintendent...

CCGMA speaker to discuss plant diseases

November 1, 2025

JACKSONVILLE – Cherokee County Master Gardener Stephen Cook, a second-generation peach farmer, will discuss plant diseases during a Nov. 10 CCGMA meeting at First Methodist...

A spiny orb weaver showcases her spinning talents in Greg’s woods.

Spiders: Nature’s Insecticide

October 29, 2025

As autumn rolls in and Halloween decorations begin to creep across our neighborhoods, spiders suddenly take center stage. From fake cobwebs...

The Enduring Fascination with Trains

November 1, 2025

I love trains. It doesn’t matter if is steam or diesel, just the sound of the horn or whistle brings a smile to my face. This passion is manifested in me with model trains...

CCT announces cast for 2025 Christmas program

October 31, 2025

RUSK – Cherokee Civic Theatre recently announced the cast list for its 2025 holiday production, “Christmas Shorts.”The production features a cast of 48, with some people...

High Points from El Camino Real #1438

October 30, 2025

Folks along El Camino Real were blessed with some much-needed rainfall over the weekend that brought cooler temperatures and lots of smiles. The weather is looking to...

Upcoming Games – Nov. 7

November 4, 2025

Alto Yellowjackets at Mt Enterprise Wildcats – 7:00 p.m.Troup Tigers at Buffalo Bison – 7:30 p.m.Center Roughriders at Rusk Eagles – 7:30 p.m.Jacksonville Fightin’ Indians...

Football Scores for October 31st

November 1, 2025

Texarkana 56Jacksonville 0Carthage 56Rusk 3Troup and Alto had bye weeks and didn't have games

Tigers Ambush Raiders

October 29, 2025

West Rusk raided Tiger Stadium in Troup Friday night, hoping to steal a win and stay undefeated in district play. The Raiders’ invasion was...

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