June 2024

Body 1948 – 2024 Judy Kay Wells, 75, of Wills Point passed away June 5, 2024, in Plano. Judy was born on June 10, 1948, in Springfield, Illinois to Gregory R.

Body 1940 - 2024 Jerry Lynn Symns, 83, of Mabank passed away peacefully on June 5, 2024 in Athens. Arrangements were made under the direction of Hiett’s LyBrand Funeral Home..

Body 1947 – 2024 Virgil Melton, Jr. was born July 8, 1947, and passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2024, after a life richly lived in service and kindness.

Body davidb@vanzandtnews.com During an emergency session called by the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court June 3, the process for reporting damage caused by recent storms in VZC was discussed.

Body Van Zandt County has had three ‘Disaster Declarations’ in the last two months. I have been asked by several people why do we declare a disaster and what is the purpose.

Body davidb@vanzandtnews.com Retired Army Col. John Norwood of Ben Wheeler was the guest speaker May 27 during the annual Memorial Day program at the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial in Canton.

Body After being postponed June 4 due to inclement weather conditions, the Van Area Chamber of Commerce will be having its Quarterly Luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, downtown at The Movie House.

Body The Van Zandt County Sheriff ’s Office released the following arrest report from May 28-June 4. Micheal Glen Baker, 52, Quinlan, assaulting and injuring a family member.

Body A desire to live independently seems to be part of human nature. Though that desire may continue to burn as individuals approach retirement age, unforeseen circumstances like medical issues or the death of a partner may result in a need to work with a professional caregiver.

Body At the beginning of the regular meeting of the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court June 5, VZC Judge Andy Reese read from a prepared statement regarding the June 3 death of VZC Pct. 2 Commissioner Virgil Melton Jr.