Our administrators have been out driving bus routes and are surprised by how much danger remains on icy roads. While main roads are in better condition, freezing...

On January 22, 2026, Randarriuz Dewberry, 20, of Jacksonville, was located during a traffic stop conducted by the Texas Highway Patrol on FM 346...

Out of an abundance of caution, Jacksonville college will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27th. While some roads are beginning to clear, many are still unsafe for...

 Alto ISD Update:Due to poor road conditions that are expected to worsen overnight, there will be no school on Tuesday, January 27 

 New Summerfield ISD will cancel all classes on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. This afternoon, school administrators drove around the district, and multiple roads were frozen...

For the safety of our students and staff, Troup ISD will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27.We are planning a regular day for Wednesday, January 28. An update will be...

 Wells ISD will have a delayed start for Tuesday, January 27th. Buses will run 2 hours later than normal and classes will begin at 9:50. 

 Rusk ISD will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27, due to hazardous travel conditions and weather. While some areas are deemed safe, many other rural roads and bridges in...

According to a release by Jacksonville ISD classes for Tuesday 01-27-2026 have been canceled.

Jace Tobias of the Alto Area Republican Club announced late Sunday that a Jan. 26 candidate forum in Rusk hosted by the Alto Area Republican Club and Cherokee County...

Area school districts have cancelled classes for Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, citing safety of staff and students as the region is dealing with icy weather conditions. Officials...

CLARIFICATION:An Ice Storm or Winter Storm Warning will go in effect for the entire Four State region as early as 6 PM this evening, with locations...

Former Rusk Police Chief Scott Heagney has filed an internal grievance with the city manager, mayor, and city council, requesting speedy and retroactive reinstatement after...

RUSK – Scott Heagney, who up until Friday afternoon had served as the Rusk Police Chief, responded in a Jan. 16, 2025, release issued by his legal...

The City of Rusk announces that Scott Heagney is no longer employed by the City of Rusk.  The City does not comment on personnel matters. However, City officials emphasize...