November 2024

November 12, 1925 – November 14, 2024 12, 1925, and entered her 99th year two days before her death. Neva grew up in the simpler, ‘olden,’ days learning as a child the necessity of hard work on the farm, perseverance in trials and unwavering love for God and family.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com At the beginning of the football state playoffs, four teams in Van Zandt County were in contention for potential state championships. After two weeks of post-season action, only one VZC team remains in the hunt as Coach Jared Moffatt’s Van Vandals have advanced to the Class 4A, Division 2, Regional Semifinals.

February 9, 1937 – November 17, 2024 A memorial service for Patricia Mae (Pat) Schory, 87, of Canton will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Eubank Funeral Home.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Nov.12 through Nov.19. Jared Vance, 25, Grand Saline, Possession of a controlled substance, abandonment or endangerment of a child or individual with intent to return.

The Van Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Quarterly Luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec.

November 24, 1951 – November 12, 2024 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Freida Kay Bryson of Canton. Freida passed away surrounded by loved ones on November 12, 2024, after a life beautifully lived.

On Nov. 14, the Van City Council assembled for their regular monthly meeting filled with community input and discussions on several pressing issues affecting local residents.

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The defending Class 2A basketball state champion Martins Mill Lady Mustangs are off to another strong start in the 2024-25 basketball season as they captured first place in the first annual Martins Mill Jerry Daniel Basketball Invitational Tournament Nov. 21-23.

In a significant move to address pet overpopulation and promote responsible pet ownership, Van Zandt County has entered into a new contract with the Animal Protection League (APL). This initiative aims to provide financial assistance for spay and neuter services for residents in select zip codes.