September 2023

GS Old School Museum hosting all-day viewing

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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. “The museum will open at 9 a.m. and will be open all day.”

Strength training for seniors

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A balanced diet and exercise, which includes a combination of aerobic activities and strength training, is necessary to maintain long-term health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, regular physical activity is one of the most important things older adults can do to protect their overall health.
Strength training for seniors

New voting equipment approved in 3-2 vote

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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 Nov. 7 election this year.
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

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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. District-wide dress up days will be taking place all week at each Van ISD campus.The community-wide Pep Rally is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, with the VHS Homecoming Pep Rally set for 2:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15. Nominees for 2023 Van High School Homecoming Queen and King are left to right, Allya Aleston, Trae Derrick, Ava Hopson, Reggie Johnson, Presley Bryant, Logan Fattig, Landry Jones, Ace Bostick, Coco Brown, and Tuff Arozamena. The 2023 VHS Queen and King will be announced at 7 p.m. Sept. 15 at Van’s Memorial Stadium.
Photo courtesy of the Van High School Journalism Department

Effie Nell Phillips 1928 - 2023

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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

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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. The funeral service commenced at