News
TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONThe Senate Republican leadership is pouring tens of millions of dollars into the U.S. Senate campaign of Texas Attorney General Ken…
The Fall Seminar will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library, located at 317 First…
After dedicating 20 years to serving her country in the United States Army, retired Army veteran Sandy Maguin is beginning a new chapter of service — this time…
The office of Texas State Comptroller Don Huffines released its latest report on sales tax revenue collections and allocations Sept. 10, indicating that the…
Sports
With a winning percentage of 81%, Russell Atteberry is the winner of Football Contest No. 3 in the Van Zandt News.Atteberry will win $50 in merchandise coupons…
The Van Lady Vandals hit the court twice last week, taking on rivals Lindale and Canton in consecutive matches as they continued to navigate their way through…
A host of programs from around the East Texas area, including Canton, Edgewood, Grand Saline and Van, made their way to Jack Lester Park last week to compete…
With his prediction in the ‘tie-breaker’ game, Glenn Mc-Neill Jr. of Wills Point is the winner of Football Contest #2 in the Van Zandt News.McNeill, along with…
Columns
Championship teams are not built because everyone thinks alike. They are built because people with different experiences, personalities, skills and…
It’s hard to believe, but summer break has come to an end, and many East Texas schools are already back in session. As students return to classrooms, they’re…
Gail Bowen, who operates Goshen Farms and Patriot Paradise in Ben Wheeler, both 501(c)(3) nonprofits, has purchased the “New Beginnings” building and property…
News publishers across the country are struggling with a uniquely modern problem their webpages are being overrun with bots. Content that is written for human…
Lifestyle
The right foods and beverages fuel the body and provide the nutrients necessary to maintain health. But it’s worth noting that the foods a person enjoys during…
Growing older is often equated with slowing down. Aging may be characterized as a period of decline marked by an inability to do the things you once did, but…
davidb@vanzandtnews.com Teachers of the Year and Students of the Year for the 202526 school year at Grand Saline ISD were recognized during the Quarterly Grand…
The prevalence of obesity among adults 60 and older is significant. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 39 percent of adults 60 and…
Obituaries
1935-2026Johnny Wilburn Brandon, 83 of Canton Texas, was born In Troup Texas on November 21, 1935 to Rev. Curtis and Effie Brandon. He graduated from Winnsboro…
November 3, 1935 – September 2,2026Services for Mary Ann Eblen, 90, of Canton, will be held 10 am Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at the First United Methodist…
1929 - 2026Charles E. Houser, 97, of Canton, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on August 24, 2026. Born July 30, 1929, in Highland Park, Michigan, he was…
1939 - 2026Celebration of Life Services for Mr. Charles Edward Bridges, 87, of Beckville, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at…