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In Memorium of Gloria

The passing of anyone is cause for grief from loved ones but for The Cherokeean Herald, this week we saw the death of long-time co-worker and friend Gloria Jennings. Gloria...

Former chief files EEOC complaint against City of Rusk

RUSK – The City of Rusk has been slapped with a formal civil rights complaint, filed March 15, 2026, with Texas Workforce Commission by former Police Chief Scott Heagney,...

UPDATE: Suspects arrested in double homicide that took the life of...

On March 22, 2026, at approximately 1:45 am, deputies were dispatched to a deadly conduct at Club Exotic located at 11840 Hwy 64 W in Tyler. It was reported that there were...

High Points from El Camino Real #1458

March 25, 2026Spring has officially arrived on El Camino Real and it looks like our Easter cold snap came a little early this year. It killed everything it could, but it...

High Points from El Camino Real #1457 – March 18, 2026

Folks along El Camino Real will be thinking about the old saying, the lights are on but nobody is home, as they go through the school zone in Alto this week. Its spring...

Folks along El Camino Real will be thinking about the old saying, the lights are on but nobody is home, as they go through the school zone in Alto this week. Its spring...

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UPDATE: Suspects arrested in double homicide that took the life of...

On March 22, 2026, at approximately 1:45 am, deputies were dispatched to a deadly conduct at Club Exotic located at 11840 Hwy 64 W in Tyler. It was reported that there were...

Cherokee County Commissioners Court Adopts Resolution Supporting...

The Cherokee County Commissioners Court has formally adopted a resolution urging the Texas Legislature to modernize how county roads are funded, joining counties across the...

Governor Abbott Appoints Broom As District Attorney Of The 2nd...

Governor Greg Abbott appointed David Broom as District Attorney of the 2nd Judicial District in Cherokee County for a term set to expire December...

Are you ready for CCJLS 2026?

JACKSONVILLE – Backed with 77 years history and tradition, the March 24-28 Cherokee County Junior Livestock Show is brimming with exhibitors,...

2026 Easter services, Holy Week in Cherokee County

Several Easter Sunrise services will be held at various locations in Cherokee County, in keeping with a tradition offered at area parks:• The Jacksonville Ministerial...

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WPD Chief Rapsilver to retire

Harold Rapsilver, named Police Chief of the Wells Police Department in 2018, has announced his retirement. Rapsilver, 65, began his law enforcement...

Green milkweeds in East Texas feed migrating monarchs.

Mineola Nature Preserve Guided Tour

Every now and then East Texas offers up a moment that reminds us why we choose to live in this green, tree-strewn corner of the world. Sometimes it...

In Memorium of Gloria

The passing of anyone is cause for grief from loved ones but for The Cherokeean Herald, this week we saw the death of long-time co-worker and friend Gloria Jennings. Gloria...

2026 Easter services, Holy Week in Cherokee County

Several Easter Sunrise services will be held at various locations in Cherokee County, in keeping with a tradition offered at area parks:• The Jacksonville Ministerial...

Rusk Library offers amnesty week, book sale

RUSK – Patrons with overdue books can take advantage of an April 6-11 amnesty period offered by Rusk Public Library, which also will host its annual book sales that...

In Memorium of Gloria

The passing of anyone is cause for grief from loved ones but for The Cherokeean Herald, this week we saw the death of long-time co-worker and friend Gloria Jennings. Gloria...

Former chief files EEOC complaint against City of Rusk

RUSK – The City of Rusk has been slapped with a formal civil rights complaint, filed March 15, 2026, with Texas Workforce Commission by former Police Chief Scott Heagney,...

2026 Easter services, Holy Week in Cherokee County

Several Easter Sunrise services will be held at various locations in Cherokee County, in keeping with a tradition offered at area parks:• The Jacksonville Ministerial...

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Ima Jean Vining

Ima Jean Vining

Funeral services for Ima Jean Vining, 99, of Newark, Texas, will take place at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Hudson & Torres Family...

Keion Dewayne Redd

It is with heavy hearts that we share the service arrangements for Keion Dewayne Redd, the beloved son of our Wiley alumna and my sorority sister...

Timothy Alan “Tim” Huckaby

Timothy Alan “Tim” Huckaby

Funeral services for Timothy Alan “Tim” Huckaby, 63, of Nacogdoches and formerly of Alto will be Saturday, March 28, at 2 PM in the Martinsville...

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Launches First All-Digital...

The modernized action plan is available online and optimized for use by most devicesAUSTIN— Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has launched the nation’s first...

Green milkweeds in East Texas feed migrating monarchs.

Mineola Nature Preserve Guided Tour

Every now and then East Texas offers up a moment that reminds us why we choose to live in this green, tree-strewn corner of the world. Sometimes it...

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The Rusk Youth Sports Association - RYSA Opening Ceremonies took place on Saturday. This year there are a total of 377 kids participating and 121...

World Series players

During the opening day RYSA ceremonies on Saturday, the boys of the 2024 14U team were honored for their fantastic season winning the Texas State...

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Launches First All-Digital...

The modernized action plan is available online and optimized for use by most devicesAUSTIN— Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has launched the nation’s first...

Editorial: You Never Miss the Water ‘til the Well Runs Dry

I’m sure most of us weren’t very aware of the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer that lies under our feet, a vast underground lake that serves as the primary water source for more than...

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