November 2022

Local first responders and emergency personnel rushed to the Ash Lane crossing (more commonly known as the LyBrand crossing) in the Eastern part of Wills Point Nov. 6 after reports of a pedestrian getting struck by a train.

Individuals need not look very far to be reminded of the importance of planning for retirement. Television ad campaigns touting the need to plan for retirement have been front and center for many years. Banks also heavily promote their retirement planning services to account holders. The emphasis financial firms and banks place on retirement planning underscores just how important it is for individuals from all walks of life to prioritize securing their financial futures.

A number of top producers and buyers received recognition Nov. 3 during the 2022 Van Zandt County Hay Evaluation Dinner and Auction at the VZC Farm Bureau Event Center in Canton.

This month, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) answered Governor Greg Abbott’s call to action for state agencies by launching a new public awareness campaign to highlight the dangers of fentanyl. The multi-pronged campaign includes posting informational signage in DPS buildings, public service announcements at driver license offices statewide and publishing a webpage offering valuable resources.

East Oak Street Church of Christ, located at 508 E. Oak St.

AARP Driver Safety Program and the Van Zandt County Library at 317 First Monday Lane in Canton are sponsoring a driver safety class on Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 12 p.m.

Average gasoline prices in Texas are unchanged in the last week, averaging $3.13/g Nov. 7, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 8.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 7.4 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has risen 3.4 cents in the last week and stands at $5.32 per gallon.

Van Zandt County was well represented at the UIL State Cross Country Meet last week with a 11 runners, including representatives from Canton, Martins Mill, Van and Wills Point, competing against the state’s best.

sports@vanzandtnews.com The playoffs continued for three county volleyball programs last week as Canton, Edgewood and Van all took to the court in Area round and Regional Quarterfinal round action. The Lady Dogs and Lady Vandals would each come up short in their third round playoff matchups, while the Canton Eaglettes weathered a game effort from Texarkana Pleasant Grove to reach the Regional Tournament.

: Casey Leath and Tim Carroll each had standout nights rushing the ball as Leath finished with 20 carries for 105 yards and Carroll posted 10 carries for 92 yards. Lukas Grace hauled in a teamhigh eight catches for 183 yards and two touchdowns while teammate Brady Bannister caught five passes for 101 yards.