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Coverage dated October 9, 2026

Rusk mayor resigns from position, third city official gone in 2026

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RUSK, Texas (KETK) - Rusk Mayor Ben Middlebrooks has resigned from his position on Friday, making him the third leader to leave the city's government this year. Middlebrooks submitted his resignation to the Rusk city government on Friday, stating his resignation from office is effective immediately.

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    RUSK, Texas (KETK) - Rusk Mayor Ben Middlebrooks has resigned from his position on Friday, making him the third leader to leave the city's government this year. Middlebrooks submitted his resignation to the Rusk city government on Friday, stating his resignation from office is effective immediately.

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    RUSK — City of Rusk Mayor Ben Middlebrooks has resigned, the city confirmed Friday afternoon. Middlebrooks submitted his resignation from the position of mayor on Friday, stating it is effective […]

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