November 2023

Body One man died as a result of an early morning vehicle accident Nov. 25 on State Highway 64, two miles northwest of Myrtle Springs.

Body During the regular meeting of the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court Nov. 22, VZC Clerk Susan Strickland informed the commissioners’ court that Governor Greg Abbott has set a new runoff election date in the race for the currently vacant Texas House District 2 seat.

Body Three Van Zandt County cities are finalizing their preparations for their Christmas parades and other holiday activities.

Body Van Zandt County Historical Commission Member History buffs gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of an 18th Century Spanish missionary in East Texas on Nov. 27 at the Fruitvale Community Center.

Body With a major one-day event coming to Van Zandt County in approximately four months from now, planning is already well underway as a number of city and VZC law enforcement representatives along with VZC public officials were in attendance Nov.

Body The City of Edgewood recently named John Morrison as its new Police Chief. Morrison started his career in law enforcement in 2010 when he graduated from the East Texas Police Academy.

Body 1949-2023 Funeral services for Carmen G. “Luis” Ortega, 74 of Grand Saline were held Saturday, Nov.

Body 1936-2023 Alice Larene Null, a kind and loving soul, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023, at the age of 87.

Body 1976-2023 Tony Wayne Pirtle was born on Aug. 3, 1976.

Body 1981-2023 Funeral services for Mr. Justin Dewayne Gentle, 42, of Mesquite were held on Nov.