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    CTE students recognized
During an Oct. 13 city council meeting, Brenda Gallegos and Samantha Pacheco were recognized as our CTE Senior Spotlight students of the month from Jacksonville ISD. Congratulations to both students! Each month, we will recognize a senior from a different CTE program of study. Shown are Mr. Dorman, Brenda, Mr. Brown, Sherri McDonald of JEDCO, Samantha and Mrs. Taylor. 

Courtesy photo

    Zoning requests, permits top Jacksonville’s Oct...

    JACKSONVILLE – A handful of public hearings focusing on zoning requests, along with a request for...

    Zoning requests, permits top Jacksonville’s Oct...
    JACKSONVILLE – A handful of public hearings focusing on zoning requests, along with a request for...
    Alto ISD/Dr. Zach Crawford

    Alto Falls to Cushing 56-46

    The Alto Yellowjackets continued to show offensive improvement Friday night, but defensive...

    Alto Falls to Cushing 56-46
    The Alto Yellowjackets continued to show offensive improvement Friday night, but defensive...
    Jacksonville Athletic Booster Club

    Jacksonville Falls to Henderson 42-14

    The Jacksonville Indians continued to struggle Friday night, falling 42-14 to the Henderson Lions...

    Jacksonville Falls to Henderson 42-14
    The Jacksonville Indians continued to struggle Friday night, falling 42-14 to the Henderson Lions...
    Cherokeean Herald/Jo Anne Embleton

    Rusk Snaps Three-Game Streak of Wins at Home

    The Rusk Eagles battled unbeaten Athens to a 7-7 halftime tie Friday night, but couldn't maintain...

    Rusk Snaps Three-Game Streak of Wins at Home
    The Rusk Eagles battled unbeaten Athens to a 7-7 halftime tie Friday night, but couldn't maintain...
    Photos by Dewayne McDonald

    Troup Rolls Past Arp 65-26

    The Troup Tigers continued their impressive 2026 football campaign Friday night, overwhelming...

    Troup Rolls Past Arp 65-26
    The Troup Tigers continued their impressive 2026 football campaign Friday night, overwhelming...
    Cherokeean Herald photos by Jo Anne Embleton and John Hawkins

    2026 Scarecrow Trail

    The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Fall Flannel Scarecrow Trail kicked off its annual event on...

    2026 Scarecrow Trail
    The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Fall Flannel Scarecrow Trail kicked off its annual event on...
    Photo courtesy Jacksonville ISD

    2026 JHS Homecoming King & Queen

    Congrats Jacksonville High School seniors Mauricio Trujillo and Chesni Reed, who were crowned...

    2026 JHS Homecoming King & Queen
    Congrats Jacksonville High School seniors Mauricio Trujillo and Chesni Reed, who were crowned...
    Photo courtesy of Emerson Griffin

    Alto Christian Brotherhood

    The Alto Christian Brotherhood will celebrate 21 years of active community service on Saturday...

    Alto Christian Brotherhood
    The Alto Christian Brotherhood will celebrate 21 years of active community service on Saturday...
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    Printed Paper Online
    October 21, 2026

    Front Page
    Football Scoreboard Oct. 16 games
    October 17, 2026
    Alto Yellowjackets 46Cushing Bearkats 56 Jacksonville Indians 14Henderson Lions 42 Rusk Eagles 13Athens Hornets 23 Troup Tigers 65Arp Tigers 26
    Jimmy Allen Jimmy Allen Convicted of Sexual Abuse of Child
    October 16, 2026
    RUSK, Texas — a Cherokee County Jury sentenced Jimmy Allen to 50 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice after finding him guilty of...
    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...
    Columns
    HIGH POINTS FROM EL CAMINO REAL #1486 – Oct. 21, 2026
    October 20, 2026
     Folks along El Camino Real finally got the cold spell they have been waiting on, but it came with no rain.  It did set the mood for lots of outdoor activities, but it...
    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...
    Veteran's Day
    Classified Ads
    featured
    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.
    Clare
Scroggins 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...
    Area Interest
    Rusk Mayor Martha Neely Rusk council focuses on new direction, leadership under Neely
    October 20, 2026
    RUSK – Local city council meetings are taking on a new direction, as seen during a special meeting called Oct. 19, 2026, in which newly elected...
    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...
    Community
    Live Entertainment right here in Cherokee County!!
    October 21, 2026
    This fall the Cherokee Civic Theatre will be hosting 3 special One Night Only LIVE Events right here in Rusk, TX!  The first LIVE event will be a concert by Nashville,...
    NSISD student arrested due to alleged threats to school
    October 20, 2026
    Cherokeean Herald photos by Jo Anne Embleton and John Hawkins 2026 Scarecrow Trail
    October 20, 2026
    The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Fall Flannel Scarecrow Trail kicked off its annual event on Saturday at the Ruth B Nichols arboretum on the...
    Education
    JISD trustees to interview superintendent candidates
    October 21, 2026
    Jacksonville school board members will conduct interviews with candidates for a superintendent position during special meetings held at 5:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at the...
    News
    CTE students recognized
During an Oct. 13 city council meeting, Brenda Gallegos and Samantha Pacheco were recognized as our CTE Senior Spotlight students of the month from Jacksonville ISD. Congratulations to both students! Each month, we will recognize a senior from a different CTE program of study. Shown are Mr. Dorman, Brenda, Mr. Brown, Sherri McDonald of JEDCO, Samantha and Mrs. Taylor. 

Courtesy photo Zoning requests, permits top Jacksonville’s October meeting agenda
    October 22, 2026
    JACKSONVILLE – A handful of public hearings focusing on zoning requests, along with a request for a special use permit, topped the list during an...
    Annual county hay show set for Oct 27
    October 22, 2026
    CHEROKEE COUNTY – The Oct. 27 Hay Show and Sale conducted by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Cherokee County will begin 6 p.m. Tuesday with dinner, followed by auction...
    JISD trustees to interview superintendent candidates
    October 21, 2026
    Jacksonville school board members will conduct interviews with candidates for a superintendent position during special meetings held at 5:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at the...
    Texas
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    Outdoors
    Cherokeean Herald photos by Jo Anne Embleton and John Hawkins 2026 Scarecrow Trail
    October 20, 2026
    The Cherokee County Master Gardeners Fall Flannel Scarecrow Trail kicked off its annual event on Saturday at the Ruth B Nichols arboretum on the...
    Social
    Live Entertainment right here in Cherokee County!!
    October 21, 2026
    This fall the Cherokee Civic Theatre will be hosting 3 special One Night Only LIVE Events right here in Rusk, TX!  The first LIVE event will be a concert by Nashville,...
    Sports
    Alto ISD/Dr. Zach Crawford Alto Falls to Cushing 56-46
    October 21, 2026
    The Alto Yellowjackets continued to show offensive improvement Friday night, but defensive struggles proved costly as the Cushing Bearkats handed...
    Jacksonville Athletic Booster Club Jacksonville Falls to Henderson 42-14
    October 21, 2026
    The Jacksonville Indians continued to struggle Friday night, falling 42-14 to the Henderson Lions in an Oct. 16 district matchup that saw the...
    Cherokeean Herald/Jo Anne Embleton Rusk Snaps Three-Game Streak of Wins at Home
    October 21, 2026
    The Rusk Eagles battled unbeaten Athens to a 7-7 halftime tie Friday night, but couldn't maintain the momentum in the second half, falling 23-13 to...
    Tourism
    Live Entertainment right here in Cherokee County!!
    October 21, 2026
    This fall the Cherokee Civic Theatre will be hosting 3 special One Night Only LIVE Events right here in Rusk, TX!  The first LIVE event will be a concert by Nashville,...
    Viewpoints
    Letter to the Editor
    October 22, 2026
    Dear Editor:U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has a dangerous new rule beginning Oct. 22 that will threaten the healthcare of millions of Americans. The rule,...
    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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