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“A living human child, from the moment of fertilization on fusion of a human spermatozoon with a human ovum, is entitled to the same rights, powers, and privileges as are secured or granted by the laws of this state to any other human child,” the text reads in a bill filed by State Rep. Bryan Slaton.
Read moreGraveside services for James “Jim” Martin Tyson, 56, of Alba, were held Friday, March 19, 2021, at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, with Bro. Don Masters officiating under the direction of Wilson-Bartley Funeral Home, Alba.
Read moreThe Texas Commission on Jail Standards has released its report for the inspection completed on the Van Zandt County Jail on Jan. 25, 2021.
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The Martins Mill fanbase was out in full force March 6, cheering on the Lady Mustangs in their 2A State Semifinal matchup with the Snook Lady Jays at Glen Rose High School. Martins Mill would ultimately secure a hard-fought 42-38 win, keeping their quest for the program’s seventh state title alive. The Lady Mustangs were scheduled to take on the Lipan Lady Indians March 11 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Due to deadlines, a full recap of the game will be published on our Facebook page and again in the March 21 edition of the Van Zandt News. Photo by Jay Hinton
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Hunt County Sheriff Terry Jones recently announced that March 10 marked the fourth anniversary of Michael Chambers’ disappearance. The Hunt County Sheriff’s Office continues to follow up on every lead into his disappearance.
Read moreWhile Gov. Gregg Abbott has lifted the statewide mandate to wear a mask in public and allowed all businesses to operate at full capacity, many businesses, schools and other entities say they will continue to require that masks be worn. Abbott issued the order last week, effective March 10.
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An emergency disaster declaration order regarding last month’s winter storm in Van Zandt County was extended March 5 by the VZC Commissioners Court during a special called meeting.
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Van Zandt County is breathing a slight sigh of relief as statistics released by the Northeast Public Health District on Monday, March 10, show a significant decline of positive Covid-19 case numbers.
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