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November 26, 2025

Troup Continues March to Championship With Another Won

November 23, 2025

Troup 49 Hooks 19Two teams were on the hunt for playoff glory, but only Troup walked away with it. They blew past the Hooks Hornets, posting a 49-19 victory. The result...

$28 million Dollar Investment Comes to Jacksonville

November 20, 2025

AUSTIN, Texas (November 20, 2025) – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Cancoil USA is building their new U.S. manufacturing operations center in Jacksonville, Texas....

Cherokee County felon charged with federal firearms violations

November 19, 2025

TYLER, Texas –A Jacksonville convicted felon has been charged with federal firearms violations in connection with the shooting of a police officer in the Eastern District...

Troup Continues March to Championship With Another Won

November 23, 2025

Troup 49 Hooks 19Two teams were on the hunt for playoff glory, but only Troup walked away with it. They blew past the Hooks Hornets, posting a 49-19 victory. The result...

$28 million Dollar Investment Comes to Jacksonville

November 20, 2025

AUSTIN, Texas (November 20, 2025) – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Cancoil USA is building their new U.S. manufacturing operations center in Jacksonville, Texas....

Major Drug Raid Successful-2 Arrested

November 14, 2025

After a joint investigation into Davon Alton Murray and Clifford Deshon Murray for narcotic distribution in both Cherokee and Anderson Counties, a...

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What's Happening in Cherokee Coumty

November 25, 2025

NOV. 26A community Thanksgiving meal will be served free of charge at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at Hilltop Baptist Church, 325 Mill St. in Alto.Mercy McGowan Funeral Home, 415 N....

Area entities to offer free holiday meal

November 25, 2025

Community Thanksgiving meals will be served free of charge by churches and businesses in Cherokee County in upcoming days.Wednesday, Nov. 26, offerings include those by:•...

Alert: Equine Virus Outbreak

November 19, 2025

Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) today issued an alert to Texas horsemen of an outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) reported...

What's Happening in Cherokee Coumty

November 25, 2025

NOV. 26A community Thanksgiving meal will be served free of charge at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at Hilltop Baptist Church, 325 Mill St. in Alto.Mercy McGowan Funeral Home, 415 N....

Area entities to offer free holiday meal

November 25, 2025

Community Thanksgiving meals will be served free of charge by churches and businesses in Cherokee County in upcoming days.Wednesday, Nov. 26, offerings include those by:•...

A feast of thanks-giving

November 20, 2025

A number of different entities are embracing the spirit of Thanksgiving with free meals and programs planned during the days leading up to the late November holiday,...

Late Rusk educator honored

November 18, 2025

Carlene Clayton, who taught more than 40 years at Rusk ISD, was recognized at a Nov. 7, 2025, football game during the Rusk ISD Wall of Honor...

Area entities to offer free holiday meal

November 25, 2025

Community Thanksgiving meals will be served free of charge by churches and businesses in Cherokee County in upcoming days.Wednesday, Nov. 26, offerings include those by:•...

Fighting hunger
Rusk police officer Dina Wild arranges items to accommodate a recent donation of nonperishable food items. Her department recently set up a giving table to help take a bite out of hunger by supplying free supplies to local families in need. Cherokeean Herald/Jo Anne Embleton

RPD adopts food initiative to aid citizens in need

November 19, 2025

RUSK – In response to mounting concerns about food availability, Rusk Police Department recently established a food donation initiative, with free...

What's Happening in Cherokee Coumty

November 25, 2025

NOV. 26A community Thanksgiving meal will be served free of charge at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at Hilltop Baptist Church, 325 Mill St. in Alto.Mercy McGowan Funeral Home, 415 N....

Rusk council to meet in special session Dec. 1

November 25, 2025

Area entities to offer free holiday meal

November 25, 2025

Community Thanksgiving meals will be served free of charge by churches and businesses in Cherokee County in upcoming days.Wednesday, Nov. 26, offerings include those by:•...

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November 18, 2025

Jan Hardy, 89 of Rusk passed away November 17, 2025, in Longview, TX. She was born March 16, 1936, in Athens to Dearous and Velma Mary January. ...

Doris Elaine Carlisle

Doris Elaine Carlisle

November 18, 2025

Doris Elaine Carlisle, 90, of Rusk, passed away November 15, 2025 at home with family. She was born August 28, 1935, in Glenmora, Louisiana to...

John D. Hulstine Sr.

John D. Hulstine Sr.

November 17, 2025

A funeral service for John D. Hulstine Sr, 86, is scheduled for 10 a.m., Monday, November 17, 2025, at Autry Funeral Home in Jacksonville with Rev....

Area shelter secures land, seeks help in creating new sanctuary

November 20, 2025

JACKSONVILLE – Nearly a decade after opening its doors to area strays and unwanted animals, County Roads Rescue is planning its next move: Creating...

November 20, 2025

Interested in helping meet County Roads Rescue’s ongoing needs? From fosters to supplies to funds, here’s how you can help:Pet treats/snacksToysPeanut...

What's Happening in Cherokee Coumty

November 25, 2025

NOV. 26A community Thanksgiving meal will be served free of charge at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at Hilltop Baptist Church, 325 Mill St. in Alto.Mercy McGowan Funeral Home, 415 N....

What’s Happening in Cherokee County

November 18, 2025

THROUGH NOV. 214 kids • 4 families is hosting a Thanksgiving food drive benefitting Cherokee County kinship and foster families. The following items can be dropped off at...

Troup Continues March to Championship With Another Won

November 23, 2025

Troup 49 Hooks 19Two teams were on the hunt for playoff glory, but only Troup walked away with it. They blew past the Hooks Hornets, posting a 49-19 victory. The result...

2025 Pigskin Wrap-Up

November 20, 2025

On Friday nights in Everytown, Texas, there is perhaps a little bit of heaven on display. Let’s take a tour of the Everytown stadium on game night, when the hometown We’s...

Alto Looking For New Athletic Director

November 19, 2025

ALTO, Texas — Alto ISD is seeking a new athletic director and football head coach, according to a posting from the school district. The dual job...

Statement of Appreciation for Pam Tyer

November 23, 2025

Since 2009, I have had the privilege of working with Pam Tyer, and throughout all these years she has consistently demonstrated professionalism, respect and an unwavering...

Letter to the Editor: Disappointed Voter

November 22, 2025

I attended the annual Veteran’s Day Ceremony at the Cherokee County Courthouse on11/11/2025. It was a wonderful ceremony to honor all those who have served this glorious...

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