February 2024

Healthy eating is important at any age and can set the course for a life of vitality and wellness. Sufficient nutrition can help prevent chronic illnesses and make sure that growing bodies develop properly. As one ages, various changes take place in the body, making healthy eating even more essential.

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced recently that the City of Van is the latest local government entity to achieve specific financial transparency goals through the Comptroller’s Transparency Stars program.

Pct. 1 Town Hall.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com With the filing deadline of Feb. 16 officially in the books, the list of candidates throughout Van Zandt County running in the May 4 city and school elections has been released.

Representatives from several law enforcement agencies, First Responders, school district, and city officials throughout Van Zandt County were among those gathered to hear and share information regarding VZC’s plans for the Monday, April 8 Total Solar Eclipse event.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com As of the end of the business day Feb. 21, a total of 732 votes had been cast during the first two days of Early Voting for the March 5 Primary Election, according to the Van Zandt County Clerk’s office.

1938 - 2024 Virginia Esther Foy Erickson was born February 15, 1938, the second oldest of eight children. She passed into the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 85 on February 12, 2024.

1929 - 2024 Services for Mr. Lee Roy Wells, 94, of Grand Saline, were held, Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Bartley Funeral Home, with Bro.

1958 - 2024 Services for Mr. Gene Lee “Bullrider” Denton, 65, of Grand Saline, were held, Thursday, February 22, 2024, at Cornerstone Pentecostal Church, with Bro.

1956 – 2024 With loved ones by her side, Pamela “Pam” (Terrell) Tignor peacefully went home to be with Jesus on February 16, 2024. Pam lived loyally in community with others and was guided by her strong convictions.