June 2022

Body Starting June 10 will be the VZC Library Summer Reading Program and Friday events. The library will have performers the first three Fridays, then a Bounce House extravaganza the Friday after that, followed by our Animal Sleepover the next Thursday and Friday.

Body Summers are often busy times for people. We find ourselves shuffling from one place to another and sometimes waiting when we get there. One of the ways I occupy myself during the summer is with eBooks and digital audiobooks.

Body Emma Lou Brown-Smith, Van High School graduate of 2021, was recognized as a recipient of the highest Girl Scout award, the Gold Award, on May 14, 2022, by the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas.

Body Team and individual achievements received recognition May 16 during the regular monthly meeting of the Van School Board. Van High School Principal Jeff Hutchins introduced the UIL (University Interscholastic League) State Bronze Medalist VHS Social Studies team.

Body Under near perfect weather conditions May 27 at Van’s Memorial Stadium, the 177 graduates of the Class of 2022 at Van High School received their diplomas. Van School Board Secretary Shannon Johnson welcomed those in attendance and led in the opening prayer.

Body Martins Mill ISD held commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 27 in the high school gymnasium. The ceremony was led by Valedictorian Kylee Lookabaugh and Salutatorian Mia Nixon.

Body Edgewood ISD held commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 27 in the high school gymnasium. The ceremony was led by Valedictorian Collin Brenner and Salutatorian Clara Pool.

Body Edgewood ISD Photos by Faith Caughron; Van ISD by David Barber; Martins Mill ISD by Britne Hammons.

Body After officially being sworn into office at midnight May 14, a public swearing-in ceremony was held for Van Zandt County Interim Sheriff Joe Carter May 22 at the VZC Courthouse. VZC Judge Don Kirkpatrick welcomed those in attendance at the public swearing-in ceremony.

Body Good news was received during the regular meeting of the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court as they heard a report on their annual audit May 25. John Manning of the Waco audit firm of Patillo, Brown, and Hill L.L.P.