January 2024

Body Van Lady Vandal basketball senior Landry Jones was recently named as the ‘Ford Tough Female Athlete of the Month’ for December in Class 4A for the state of Texas.

Body In a contest that was postponed 24 hours due to bad weather, the Van Lady Vandals had few issues with visiting Cumberland Academy as Van dominated, 79-19, Jan. 17.

Body Van Zandt County Judge Andy Reese announced that there will be Town Hall Meetings conducted in VZC Pct. 2 and VZC Pct.

Body Filing for the Saturday, May 4 city and school elections in Van Zandt County began Wednesday and will continue through Friday, Feb. 16.

Body Following a public hearing during their regular meeting Jan. 17, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court approved the establishment of uniform ‘No Thru Truck’ signs for most or all VZC maintained public roads in all four VZC precincts.

Body While the first winter storm of 2024 to hit Van Zandt County was an inconvenience to a number of people, it appears that the area escaped any major power outages or traffic issues during the extreme cold snap a few days ago.

Body 1951 - 2024 Janet Lee McEnturff of Edgewood, was a woman of boundless determination, loyalty, and faith. She died on January 5, 2024, in Tyler, surrounded by her husband and children.

Body We are saddened to announce the passing of David Lynn Read, 40, and his beloved sons, Wilhelm Nicklaus Read, 7, and Brantley Jaxson Read, 6. Their lives were tragically cut short due to a fire at their home, leaving a void in the hearts of those who knew and loved them.

Body 1936 - 2024 Services for Ray Rowe, 87, of Grand Saline, were held, Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at Bartley Funeral Home, with Bro. Donnie Herring officiating.

Body 1949 – 2024 A celebration of life for Cliffette Lucretia Eads, 74, of Ennis, will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 26, 2024, at Hiett’s LyBrand Funeral Home in Wills Point.