January 2026

Body The Van Lady Vandals and the Canton Eaglettes were well represented on the District 15-4A All-District Volleyball Team that was recently released. Van Jordan Flodder and Kayla White of the Lady Vandals were named as the ‘Co-Offensive Players of the Year’ in the district.

Body davidb@vanzandtnews.com During a called emergency meeting Jan. 9, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a 30day burn ban in VZC.

Body davidb@vanzandtnews.com Prior to a scheduled meeting that took place at Canton City Hall Jan.

Body The Edgewood City Council convened on Jan. 12 where various topics were discussed, including community initiatives, infrastructure projects, and municipal leadership changes.

Body The 2026 Spring severe weather season is not too far away, and the National Weather Service and local public safety officials want you to be ready.

Body “I’m Jennifer Taylor, and I am honored to be a Republican candidate for Van Zandt County Justice of the Peace in Precinct 3,” said Taylor.

Body Don Good has announced his intention to run for the office of Van Zandt County Judge in the March 3 Republican Primary Election. “My name is Don Good, and I am running for the office of Van Zandt County Judge,” said Good.

Body Andy Reese has announced his re-election campaign for Van Zandt County Judge. “It is an honor to serve the people of Van Zandt County as your County Judge for the last three years,” said Reese.

Body Grand Saline Police Department Blotter for the week of Jan. 6-12: Calls for Service 1/7/25 Code/Animal Complaint / 315 S Houston Suspicious Person / GSISD.

Body The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Jan. 6-13.