March 2022

Body Under close supervision from Van Zandt County Jail staff, the Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office started the new garden project last week.

Body Accomplishments and challenges facing Van ISD were the focus of a presentation March 1 by Van ISD Superintendent Don Dunn during the Van Area Chamber of Commerce’s Quarterly Luncheon downtown at The Movie House.

Body The notion of relaxing on a beach all day in one’s golden years is still a retirement dream for millions of adults across the globe. But many individuals also harbor a desire to keep working after retiring.

Body The UT Health East Texas Sleep Disorders Center is opening a new center, located at 704 South Palestine St. in Athens, Monday, March 7.

Body Sophomore Kate Lindsey makes an entry pass into the post around the outstretched arms of a Stamford defender. The Martins Mill Lady Mustangs finished the 2021-’22 season with a 36-4 record overall and an appearance in the Class 2A State Semifinal.

Body Home schooled children from Van Zandt County ranging from ages 6-10 years old visited the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial March 4.

Body An amendment dealing with inter-district transfer students was added to the Van ISD District of Innovation Plan during the regular monthly meeting of the Van School Board Feb. 21.

Body Jeffery Lance Gurley, 56, is being held in Van Zandt County Jail in Canton and has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of child pornography and aggravated sexual assault of a child after being employed by multiple school districts throughout his teaching career.

Body What is better on a chilly winter’s day than a big bowl of just about any kind of soup, stew or chili? Chances are good if you hunt, you have some venison or wild pork in your freezer which can become the main ingredient for a tasty meal.

Body The Martins Mill Lady Mustangs and Edgewood Lady Dogs each hit the floor with a golden opportunity to advance to the UIL State Basketball Tournament in San Antonio.