February 2025

Briefs

There will be a Carter Bloodcare blood drive from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb.

Blotter

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Jan. 28-Feb.

Republican Women of VZC meeting Feb. 10 at library

The Republican Women of Van Zandt County is part of the Texas Federation of Republican Women (TFRW). This club provides the avenue for women to influence policy, develop candidates, and elect the leaders of Texas.
The Republican Women of Van Zandt County recently announced their slate of officers for 2025-26 which included, left to right, President Amanda Gray; Vice-President Kelly Hernandez; Treasurer Cindy Hardin; and Secretary Barbara Crow. The next monthly meeting of the Republican Women of VZC is scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10 at the VZC/Sarah Norman Library in Canton. Photo by Faith Caughron

The importance of wellness exams after 50

Seniors are a growing and increasingly prosperous demographic. As the senior population increases, a greater emphasis must be placed on keeping aging individuals healthy. Wellness checks are important at any age, but they bear even more significance as individuals grow older.
The importance of wellness exams after 50

Maria Del Refugio

July 4, 1952- January 31, 2025 Memorial services for Maria Del Refugio, 72, of Fruitvale, were scheduled for noon Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Bartley Funeral Home. The family will received friends from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at the funeral home.

Betty Davis

June 9, 1931 - February 5, 2025 Funeral services for Betty Davis, 93, of Wills Point were held Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Hiett’s LyBrand Funeral Home. Visitation was held one hour prior to the service.
Betty Davis