March 2024

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Van Zandt County Republican Club President How many times after elections do we hear if only more Christians would have voted, the outcome would have been better. Our keynote speaker for the March 25 meeting of our Van Zandt County Republican Club will be Bunni Pounds with Christian Engaged.

Press conference focused on sex offender compliance checks

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With a number of law enforcement and elected officials in and around Van Zandt County standing behind them, VZC Sheriff Joe Carter and VZC Sheriff ’s Department Lt. Bob Keltner held a news conference regarding an update on sex offender investigations in VZC.
Van Zandt County Sheriff Joe Carter welcomed those in attendance March 14 for a news conference at the VZC Justice Center in Canton. Photo by David Barber

Edgewood PD investigating dumping of puppies

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The Edgewood Police Department recently released information regarding an investigation into puppies that were dumped at the city park. “On Thursday, March 7, 2024, the Edgewood Police Department was dispatched to the city park in reference to some puppies that had been dumped,” said Edgewood Police Chief John Morrison in the press release.

DEDICATION

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The Edom arts community and many other well-wishers turned out on March 9 to dedicate a historical marker for Potters Brown, a pottery shop and studio opened in Edom in 1971 by revered artist Doug Brown (1943-2020). Beth Brown, Doug’s widow and fellow potter, led the ceremony to unveil the marker, located in front of the Potters Brown shop.
A good crowd was on hand March 9 for a Texas historical marker dedication ceremony at Potters Brown in Edom. The event was organized by Beth Brown, widow of Doug Brown, who opened the business in 1971. Photo courtesy of Craig D. Blackmon, FAIA, Edom

Man arrested, charged with criminal mischief

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On Tuesday, March 12, the Van Police Department arrested a man suspected of striking a multi-station fuel pump causing a fire, according to the Tyler KETKTV website. A spokesperson with the Van Police Department confirmed to the News that the story on the KETK-TV website was accurate.

Michael Edward Everett

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1938 - 2024 A memorial service for Michael Edward Everett, 85, of Canton was held on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at Eubank Funeral Home, officiated by the Canton Boys Scouts Troop #378. Michael passed away suddenly at home on February 22, 2024.
Michael Edward Everett

Kelly Everett Brown

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1984- 2024 Funeral services for Kelly Everett Brown, 40, of Sulphur Springs, were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 16, 2024, at West Oaks Funeral Home Chapel with Gene Mattison officiating and Russ Brown, Kevin Brown, Larry Osentowski, Joshua Anderson, Colby Anderson, Seth Osentowski and Justin Ashby serving as pallbearers.
Kelly Everett Brown

Lucia Christine “Chris” Langran

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1947- 2024 Services for Chris Langran were held Saturday, March 16, 2024, at New Beginning Baptist Church with Dr. Shelby Davidson officiating.
Lucia Christine “Chris” Langran

Debbie Warren Nordin

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1958 - 2024 A funeral service Celebrating the Life of Debbie Warren Nordin, 65, of Canton was held on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Eubank Funeral Home with Bro. Phil Knott officiating.
Debbie Warren Nordin