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More than 600 acres charred following fire outbreak

Body Fire departments from across Van Zandt County and the surrounding communities rallied together last week following a series of dangerous fire outbreaks that would ultimately consume more than 700 acres over a two-day span.
No major, life-threatening injuries were reported as the result of a fire outbreak in Van Zandt County Aug. 27-28. According to reports from the Texas A&M Forestry Service, more than 700 combined acres were consumed in separate incidents along SH 64 and FM-751. Photos by David Kapitan

City of Van designated Film Friendly Texas Certified Community

Body The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Offi ce within the Office of the Governor today announced the City of Van has been designated by the Texas Film Commission as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community after completing the multi-step training and certification process.

Budget and tax rate discussions continue

Body The Van Zandt County Commissioners Court continued down a familiar path during their most recent regularly scheduled session Aug. 26, revisiting items related to the county's budget and tax rate for the 2026-'27 fiscal year.

TEA releases A-F accountability ratings

Body The Texas Education Agency delivered another wide-ranging report to districts and their respective stakeholders Aug. 21, releasing its annual A-F accountability ratings for the 2025-'26 school year.

Be Ready for Emergencies this National Disaster Preparedness Month

Body September is National Preparedness Month, an important reminder to make sure your family is ready before an emergency happens. Here in East Texas, severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flooding, extreme heat and power outages can happen with little warning.
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