September 2023

GS Old School Museum hosting all-day viewing

The Grand Saline Old School Museum will be hosting an all-day viewing of the museum Friday, Sept. 22 to celebrate Grand Saline’s Homecoming, “Everyone is invited to come visit and see all the memorabilia on display,” said a museum spokesperson.

Strength training for seniors

A balanced diet and exercise, which includes a combination of aerobic activities and strength training, is necessary to maintain long-term health.
Strength training for seniors

New voting equipment approved in 3-2 vote

davidb@vanzandtnews.com In what is believed to be the final step in the process, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court voted 3-2 during their regular meeting Aug. 30 to approve a master agreement with Hart Intercivic of Austin for new voting equipment that will be ready to use in time for the...
Van Zandt County resident Karen Reeves shared her strong opposition to a proposal by the VZC Commissioners Court to enter into a contract with Hart Intercivic of Austin to buy new voting equipment. During their regular meeting Aug. 30, the commissioners’ court voted 3-2 to enter into a contract with Hart Intercivic. Photo by David Barber

Homecoming Nominees

Van High School will be celebrating Homecoming 2023 during the week of Sept. 11-15 concluding with the Homecoming football game at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15 featuring the Van Vandals taking on the Paris Wildcats.
Photo courtesy of the Van High School Journalism Department

Effie Nell Phillips 1928 - 2023

Funeral services for Effie Nell Phillips, 94, of Mesquite, formerly of Wills Point, was scheduled for Tue., Sep. 5, 2023, at Hiett’s LyBrand Chapel in Wills Point. Burial followed at Union Grove Cemetery, FM 751 outside of Wills Point.

Joe Bob Wilson 1935 – 2023

A celebration of Joe Bob Wilson’s life was held on September 1, 2023, at Hiett’s Lybrand Funeral Home in Wills Point. The visitation period began at 9 a.m., offering a chance to honor his memory and draw strength from the presence of loved ones during this time of mourning.