Elvis tribute concert to benefit RFL

Larry Stilwell, one of the most sought after Elvis Presley tribute artists, will be in Rusk Friday, May 23 to perform a concert to benefit the Cherokee County Relay For Life.

Mr. Stilwell, from Dallas, has performed regionally at the Gaylord Texan and for corporate events such as the J.C. Penney Expo, Mary Kay events in Dallas and for the Dr Pepper Corporation in Dallas.

He has also appeared at the Choctaw Casino and at the Petroleum Club in Fort Worth.

The concert will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, May 23 at the former Baskins Building on the square in downtown Rusk. Tickets are $10 in advance and will be $12 at the door.

VIP tickets will also be sold for $12.50.

Tickets may be purchased in Rusk at Chapman's Pharmacy and Greg James Country Motors.

In Jacksonville, tickets may be purchased at Gerry's Boutique and at the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce office.

There will also be an Elvis look-a-like contest, or other 50's icon look-a-likes, and a poodle skirt contest.

These contests will be open to all ages.

There will be a dance floor and concessions will be available.

Those needing additional information may call (903) 723-6004 or (903) 683-7483. E-mail inquiries should be directed to cherokeerelayforlife@ yahoo.com.