November 2021

Tiger tennis wraps up fall season

Body The Wills Point Tiger tennis program strung together a dominant fall season, entering last week’s Class 4A State Team Tennis Tournament with a sterling 21-1 mark overall.
Tiger netters put together one of the best fall seasons in the program’s storied history, going 22-2 overall en route to a bronze medal finish at the Class 4A State Tennis Tournament in College Station. Courtesy photos

Lady Vandals advance to Area round

Body Van Zandt County volleyball teams acquitted themselves well on the court during the 2021 season, with four out of six local programs advancing to postseason play.
The Van Lady Vandals scored a thrilling 25-15, 25-9, 16-25, 26-24 win over Kaufman in the bi-district round, advancing to the Area round where they will take on the Paris Lady Wildcats. Courtesy photo

Vandals best Eagles in instant classic

Body The local playoff picture continues to come into focus with three schools, Canton, Edgewood and Van, all guaranteed a spot in the bi-district round and two others, Fruitvale and Grand Saline, still alive heading into play Nov. 5.
Vandals best Eagles in instant classic

USPS announces 2021 holiday shipping schedule

Body It looks to be another odd year for holiday celebrations. The biggest question likely on most minds is do we make merry in person or virtually? No matter your plans, the Postal Service is ready to do its part to handle your special holiday greetings and gifts.
USPS announces 2021 holiday shipping schedule

Grass fire risk remains extremely high locally

Body The Van Zandt County Fire Marshal’s office issued a sobering reminder to county residents Oct. 31, warning that the risk of grass fires remained extremely high despite no burn ban being in effect.

City of Van announces holiday events

Body The City of Van is planning a busy holiday season as events scheduled for the months of November and December have been released. There will be a Snow Slide downtown from 2-6 p.m.