November 2024

AARP Driver Safety Course set for Nov. 21 in Canton

The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) and the Van Zandt County/Sarah Norman Library, located at 317 First Monday Lane (FM 859) in Canton, will be sponsoring a driver safety class from noon to 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21This course is designed for drivers 50 years of age and older...

Support the Pool of GS to hold annual meeting Nov. 14

Support the Pool of Grand Saline will hold its annual meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 at Richie’s Grill located at 204 North Green Street in Grand Saline“Everyone is welcome to join us for this meeting,” said Helen Thompson of the organization. For more information, call 940-367-6335.

Veterans Memorial Dedication Ceremony scheduled in Van

The City of Van is inviting the public to attend a special Veterans Memorial Dedication Ceremony scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11 (Veterans Day) at McMillan Park, located at 712 East Main Street.“Join us as we unveil Van’s first monument honoring our veterans made possible by a generous...

VZC Fire Marshal Sean Davis announces resignation

Before announcing that the burn ban in Van Zandt County was being lifted, VZC Fire Marshal had another announcement to make to the VZC Commissioners Court during its regular meeting Nov. 6.
Sean Davis announced his resignation as Van Zandt County Fire Marshal Nov. 6 during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court. His resignation will become effective in January 2025. Davis also serves as the Fire Marshal and Assistant Fire Chief for the City of Balch Springs. Photo by David Barber

Dutton to speak at Veterans Day program Nov. 11

DAVID BARBER davidb@vanzandtnews.com Texas District 2 State Representative Jill Dutton will be the featured speaker during the annual Veterans Day program at the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov.

Burn ban lifted in Van Zandt County

After recommending a 60day burn ban which was approved by the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court Oct. 23, VZC Fire Marshal Sean Davis informed the commissioners’ court during its regular meeting Nov. 6 that the burn ban has been lifted.

VZC Republicans dominate General Election results

Following the lead of results nationwide Nov. 5 during the General Election, Republicans in Van Zandt County made a strong showing as final voting results were released by the VZC Clerk’s office.
The Republican Club of Van Zandt County held an Election Result Watching Party Nov. 5 at Craft 64 in Canton as club members and several other voters were in attendance to check out the results of various races nationwide. Republican candidates dominated results locally and nationally. Photo by Susan Harris

WPCC at State Meet

Members of the Wills Point High School Varsity Girl’s Cross Country Team competed Nov. 1 at the Class 4A State Cross Country Meet in Round Rock.
WPCC at State Meet