July 2024

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Offi ce released the following arrest report from July 9-July 16. Montie Travis Austin, 43, Grand Saline, possessing a controlled substance.

Texans should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after Hurricane Beryl.

EXIT Realty Pro is pleased to announce that Naomi Paye and Robert Snell have joined its growing team of dedicated real estate sales professionals.

The Van Zandt County Texas A&M Club held their Howdy Party Saturday, July 13, at the Van Zandt Country Club in Canton.

The Van Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that it has been selected for the 2024 ‘Best of Van Award.’ The award is given annually to outstanding Chambers of Commerce that have made significant contributions to local businesses.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com Members of the 2024 Van Zandt County Salary Grievance Committee were selected during a drawing held as part of the July 11 regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com During the 50-minute open session of their July 11 regular monthly meeting, the Van City Council discussed potential changes to the city’s personnel policy amendments.

November 16, 1945 – June 30, 2024 Joyce Lee Horner, 78, of Terrell passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024. Joyce was born on November 16, 1945, in Water Valley, MS, to Linda Bryan Moorman and Alberta Hayles Moorman.

June 21, 1941 – July 5, 2024 Shirley Ann Williams passed away on July 5, 2024, at the age of 83.

February 6, 1941 – June 30, 2024 A celebration of life for Patricia Ann Reaves, 83, of Arlington is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, July 22, 2024, at Hiett’s LyBrand Funeral Home in Wills Point.