Mary Beth Scallon

Andrew Winship, left, will take over the reins at Westbrook Car Care Center, following Saturday’s reception for Kent Westbrook, right. Westbrook has owned the station for more than 50 years. Mary Beth Scallon/Jacksonville Progress

Elijah’s Retreat will soon celebrate two new acquisitions. The retreat, which offers a safe place for families facing autism challenges, will host a “May the Fourth be with You,” event Saturday to introduce a brand-new cabin. Also, if a donation goal is met by the end of June, it is possible a new splash pad will be built before the end of July.

The Jacksonville Public Library, in partnership with the Jacksonville Poetry Club, recently hosted a poetry contest. Michelle Dillon/Jacksonville Progress FILE photo

Linemen work to restore a downed power line in Tyler. The scene was repeated throughout East Texas, including Cherokee County, during last week’s storms. Mary Scallon/Jacksonville Progress

Volunteers, clients and local dignitaries gathered in Rusk Saturday for the grand opening of Helping Hands Good Samaritan’s new building, provided through the generosity of The Byers Foundation.

Rabies. Just the word itself strikes fear in the hearts of most. Images of mad dogs and slobbering humans comes to mind. And the shots! No one wants to get

The Gallatin Olde Store is finally opening again, but with new owners and a new name. Owners Carl Lee and Kristi Roberts have bought the establishment which has been around

American Legion Coleman-Isgate Post #293 will host a grand opening Saturday for its newly-refurbished veterans center. Mary Beth Scallon/Jacksonville Progress

Cinnamon sticks. Halcyon Queen. Jungle Magnolia. These are names that seem to have no connection, unless one is a quilter and familiar with the various pattern options available for the

Jacksonville coffee companies are serving up more than coffee this summer with special drinks on their menus and planned fun. Make plans now to stop by each to try new