History Focus
Regular articles and stories about the history of Rusk County, Texas
Historical Summer Nights Offer Up Close Looks at the Past
A tour of a historic home, a look into county archives, an author’s talk about Trammel’s Trace and contraband trade? Add ice cream and you have Historical Summer Nights.
CONNECTIONS - Tell Your Story - Descendants of the Monte Verdi Legacy
Marilyn Williams presents book about Monte Verdi 80 to Rusk County Historical Commission Chair, Lisa McConnell, and Vickie Armstrong, museum director.
Henderson Proudly Gets a Daily Newspaper
March 20, 1931 was a pretty exciting day for Henderson and all of East Texas. That was the date for the first issue of the Henderson Daily News.
Early Highways of Rusk County
Have you ever wondered about the earliest roads in Rusk County? Hint: They weren’t that great but they still covered a lot of ground.
What Was Spring Weather Like 100 years ago?
You know what they say about East Texas weather. . . just wait a while and it will change. This look back proves that point.