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    Tanner Jacobson/TJC photo

    TJC head football coach Jacobson departs

    TYLER – Tanner Jacobson, who has led Tyler Junior College’s football team as its head coach,...

    TJC head football coach Jacobson departs
    TYLER – Tanner Jacobson, who has led Tyler Junior College’s football team as its head coach,...
    Frank and Lurlene are shown with Shamrock Shelley in front of the museum during Fair on the Square in 2023. Photo courtesy of Betty Marcontell

    Local author Lurlene Bowden passes

    We were saddened recently to learn of the passing of Lurlene Bowden on Thanksgiving Day.  Lurlene...

    Local author Lurlene Bowden passes
    We were saddened recently to learn of the passing of Lurlene Bowden on Thanksgiving Day.  Lurlene...
    A large 15-acre fire was contained on Monday by the Rusk Fire Department, assisted by the Reklaw and Gallatin Volunteer departments and the Texas Forest Service. The fire on FM 768 between Rusk and Gallatin was fed by the high wins and dry grasses and at one time threatened several homes but the swift actions of the fire crews contained the damage.  East Texas has had several weeks of dry weather with above average temperatures and the local fire crews have been out fighting every day. Cherokee Herald photo/Penny Hawkins

    Dry conditions create perfect scenario for wint...

    CHEROKEE COUNTY – Area fire departments that have spent this holiday season responding to...

    Dry conditions create perfect scenario for wint...
    CHEROKEE COUNTY – Area fire departments that have spent this holiday season responding to...

    Thinking about burning outside today? DON'T

    Don’t,  JUST DON'T

    Thinking about burning outside today? DON'T
    Don’t,  JUST DON'T
    Photo courtesy of Deborah Burkett

    Images Speak: A Collection of Old Photographs

    Family members pass away, leaving behind belongings to sort through. As generations fade details...

    Images Speak: A Collection of Old Photographs
    Family members pass away, leaving behind belongings to sort through. As generations fade details...
    Cherokeean Herald/John and Penny Hawkins

    Santa visits Truckerz

    Santa and one of his elves made a stop at Truckers in Rusk on Friday evening and enjoyed visiting...

    Santa visits Truckerz
    Santa and one of his elves made a stop at Truckers in Rusk on Friday evening and enjoyed visiting...
    Cherokeean Herald

    Holiday lights

    One of the traditions many families have is riding around looking at houses decorated for the...

    Holiday lights
    One of the traditions many families have is riding around looking at houses decorated for the...
    Cherokeean Herald/Jo Anne Embleton

    Las posadas de Rusk

    Pilgrims gathered Dec. 19 at the Sacred Heart Church grounds in Rusk to participate in las...

    Las posadas de Rusk
    Pilgrims gathered Dec. 19 at the Sacred Heart Church grounds in Rusk to participate in las...
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    December 31, 2025

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    A large 15-acre fire was contained on Monday by the Rusk Fire Department, assisted by the Reklaw and Gallatin Volunteer departments and the Texas Forest Service. The fire on FM 768 between Rusk and Gallatin was fed by the high wins and dry grasses and at one time threatened several homes but the swift actions of the fire crews contained the damage.  East Texas has had several weeks of dry weather with above average temperatures and the local fire crews have been out fighting every day. Cherokee Herald photo/Penny Hawkins Dry conditions create perfect scenario for winter wildfires
    December 30, 2025
    CHEROKEE COUNTY – Area fire departments that have spent this holiday season responding to numerous outdoor fires are asking that residents hold off...
    Columns
    My five cents ...
    December 26, 2025
    This time of year, reminds us of the importance of faith, family, and community. And with a new year just ahead, I am grateful for the trust you place in me and the...
    Photo courtesy of Deborah Burkett Images Speak: A Collection of Old Photographs
    December 24, 2025
    Family members pass away, leaving behind belongings to sort through. As generations fade details of family history are often forgotten as items...
    Replay
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    Area Interest
    UIL realignment returns Jacksonville Class 4A, Division I status
    December 31, 2025
    CHEROKEE COUNTY – The release of UIL realignment cut-off numbers earlier this month brought change for Jacksonville ISD, which drops to Class 4A – Division 1 from Class 5A...
    Frank and Lurlene are shown with Shamrock Shelley in front of the museum during Fair on the Square in 2023. Photo courtesy of Betty Marcontell Local author Lurlene Bowden passes
    December 31, 2025
    We were saddened recently to learn of the passing of Lurlene Bowden on Thanksgiving Day.  Lurlene was the author of more than 100 cookbooks,...
    New Year’s Day closings
    December 30, 2025
    CHEROKEE COUNTY – Government offices throughout the county will be closed Thursday in observance of New Year’s Day, as will financial institutions and federal offices, such...
    Community
    What’s Happening in Cherokee County
    December 31, 2025
    JAN. 1, 2026Don't forget to kick off the new year at Mission Tejas State Park with one of our annual First Day hikes! This guided 2-mile hike will be about an hour and a...
    Cherokeean Herald/John and Penny Hawkins Santa visits Truckerz
    December 24, 2025
    Santa and one of his elves made a stop at Truckers in Rusk on Friday evening and enjoyed visiting with everybody – young and young at heart! 
    Cherokeean Herald Holiday lights
    December 23, 2025
    One of the traditions many families have is riding around looking at houses decorated for the holidays; and for the folks who decorate their homes,...
    News
    Tanner Jacobson/TJC photo TJC head football coach Jacobson departs
    December 31, 2025
    TYLER – Tanner Jacobson, who has led Tyler Junior College’s football team as its head coach, departs after nearly four years in the...
    Appraisal District Director Election Results
    December 31, 2025
    RUSK – Local taxing jurisdictions participating in the Cherokee Central Appraisal District have completed their voting process to elect CAD directors for the coming two...
    What’s Happening in Cherokee County
    December 31, 2025
    JAN. 1, 2026Don't forget to kick off the new year at Mission Tejas State Park with one of our annual First Day hikes! This guided 2-mile hike will be about an hour and a...
    Obituaries
    Harold Tracie Parker Harold Tracie Parker
    December 31, 2025
    Funeral services for Harold Tracie Parker, 92, of Alto are scheduled for 2 PM Friday, January 2, 2025, at the First Baptist Church in Alto with...
    Sports
    Tanner Jacobson/TJC photo TJC head football coach Jacobson departs
    December 31, 2025
    TYLER – Tanner Jacobson, who has led Tyler Junior College’s football team as its head coach, departs after nearly four years in the...
    UIL realignment returns Jacksonville Class 4A, Division I status
    December 31, 2025
    CHEROKEE COUNTY – The release of UIL realignment cut-off numbers earlier this month brought change for Jacksonville ISD, which drops to Class 4A – Division 1 from Class 5A...
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    Viewpoints
    OPINION: I’m Mad as Hell …
    December 31, 2025
    The most famous line from the movie Network (1976) is from anchorman Howard Beale’s (Peter Finch) iconic rant: “I’m as mad as hell, and I’m not going to take this...

     

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