July 2026

davidb@vanzandtnews.com A near capacity crowd was on hand July 7 at the Van Zandt Country Club in Canton to witness a special swearing-in ceremony for the VZC Republican Party Precinct Chairs.

The Office of Wood County Criminal District Attorney Angela Albers released the following information regarding the sentencing of Connor Lane Scott of Grand Saline: ‘On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, Connor Lane Scott, 20, of Grand Saline pleaded guilty to two felony charges of Aggravated Assault Against...

A dedication ceremony was held July 1 to rename a street in Wills Point Cemetery in the memory of Herschel LyBrand. LyBrand passed away on October 31, 2025, at his home surrounded by family.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com An engagement letter with the Sledge Law Group PLLC of Austin for joint legal services regarding the potential creation of a regional Groundwater Conservation District for Van Zandt County was approved July 1 during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Department has released information regarding the arrest of Martins Mill ISD Transportation Director Larry Plant: ‘On July 7, 2026, deputies with the Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office, working in coordination with the Texas Attorney General’s Office Fugitive...

Fall sports are right around the corner, and while fans are counting down the days until the lights come on and the bands start playing, coaches and athletes know one thing, the most important part of the season is happening right now: Preseason preparation.

Artificial intelligence is inescapable. Emerging technology is ubiquitous in the workplace, at schools and computers and phones.

Dear David, Thank you so much for helping make this year’s Freedom Boom such a success. This year’s celebration was especially meaningful as we celebrated our 10th anniversary of Freedom Boom and America’s 250th anniversary.

Van ISD Director of Marketing and Communications Liz Hinch released the following information June 27 about the recent death of a Van High School student. “It is with profound sadness that Van ISD shares the passing of one of our own, Kayden Palmer, following a tragic accident.

news@kaufmanherald.com A truck driver that fell asleep at the wheel and caused a multi-vehicle collision that killed five people in 2025, pleaded guilty on Thursday, June 25.