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October 14, 2026

Early voting set for Oct. 19-30

October 15, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – Early voting for the upcoming November 2026 general election will be held Oct. 19-30, with registered voters able to cast ballots...

Football Night Lights – Oct. 16 games

October 14, 2026

• Alto Yellowjackets v. Cushing Bobcats, 7 p.m. Friday – AWAY• Jacksonville Indians v. Henderson Lions, 7:30 p.m. Friday – HOMECOMING• Rusk Eagles v. Athens Hornets, 7:30...

Rusk begins search for new City Manager; approves pay increase, job...

October 14, 2026

RUSK – Local city leaders have put into motion plans to begin the search for a new City Manager, while expanding another city employee’s job responsibilities that will...

Marker restored
Members of the Cherokee County Historical Commission spent the day Oct. 6 restoring the Holcomb Family Reunion marker displayed just outside Alto on what turned out to be a gorgeous day with perfect weather. Members of the Commission volunteer to clean up state historical markers to allow visitors a chance to learn more about the history of Cherokee County for many years to come.

Photos courtesy of the Cherokee County Historical Commission

HIGH POINTS FROM EL CAMINO REAL #1485 October 13, 2026

October 14, 2026

Folks along El Camino Real enjoyed a beautiful Columbus Day weekend. I wonder if Christopher Columbus ever dreamed we’d be having a special day...

Commentary: Shame, Shame, Shame, Rusk

October 14, 2026

I reference the fact that this is a commentary because this article is based on my opinion of the failure of the municipal leadership of the City of Rusk and my personal...

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Rusk Mayor Resigns

October 9, 2026

CBS19Rusk Mayor Ben Middlebrooks submitted his resignation from the office on Friday. In a statement, the city of Rusk said Middlebrooks'...

Cherokee County Burn Ban Lifted

October 2, 2026

Due to the heavy rain in our area on Thursday and Friday, Cherokee County Judge Chris Davis has lifted the burn. Outdoor burning is allowed again.

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Cherokee County Jailer Arrested

August 20, 2026

On August 12, 2026, Sheriff Brent Dickson was notified by jail administration that a correctional officer at the Cherokee County Jail had allegedly...

Local winery named among ‘Best of Texas’

October 10, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – Maydelle Country Wines, founded in 2004 by Steven and Cheryl Harper of Maydelle, recently was chosen as a Guide to Texas voter...

Local Alamo Letter Project launches youth essay contest

October 8, 2026

Have you heard about the Alamo Letter Project? In April, the Cherokee County Alamo letter committee was established. The goal of the Alamo Letter...

Early voting set for Oct. 19-30

October 15, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – Early voting for the upcoming November 2026 general election will be held Oct. 19-30, with registered voters able to cast ballots...

TISD trustees to meet Oct. 19

October 14, 2026

RUSK: Oct. 16 special meeting canceled, council to convene Oct. 19

October 14, 2026

RUSK – An Oct. 16 special called meeting of the Rusk City Council has been canceled, with city leaders to instead convene for a 5 p.m. Monday, Oct....

Early voting set for Oct. 19-30

October 15, 2026

CHEROKEE COUNTY – Early voting for the upcoming November 2026 general election will be held Oct. 19-30, with registered voters able to cast ballots...

TISD trustees to meet Oct. 19

October 14, 2026

Troup city leaders to meet Oct. 19

October 14, 2026

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Alto Explodes for 63 Points in Homecoming Victory Over Mount...

October 14, 2026

The Alto Yellowjackets found their offensive firepower Friday night, Oct. 9, overwhelming the Mt. Enterprise Wildcats 63-24 in their most...

Jacksonville Indians Look to Regroup During Bye Week, Prepare for...

October 14, 2026

The Jacksonville Indians enter their bye week with a 2-4 record, but despite three consecutive district losses, the 2026 season has already shown encouraging signs of...

Rusk Falls to Madisonville, 56-37

October 14, 2026

The Rusk Eagles showed plenty of offensive firepower Friday night, Oct. 9, but defensive struggles proved costly in a 56-37 loss to the Madisonville Mustangs.Coming off an...

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Help wanted: Rusk City Manager

Historic Depot Restoration Celebrated with Open House

October 8, 2026

Southern Pines Locomotive Company will celebrate a milestone in its railroad preservation efforts with an open house Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 440 Barron...

Commentary: Shame, Shame, Shame, Rusk

October 14, 2026

I reference the fact that this is a commentary because this article is based on my opinion of the failure of the municipal leadership of the City of Rusk and my personal...

LETTER: Red Ribbon Week 2026

October 9, 2026

Oct. 23-21 is Red Ribbon Week, and it is important for parents and students to remember that it is about more than wearing red or dress-up days. Red Ribbon Week is a time...

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