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davidb@vanzandtnews.com At the beginning of the football state playoffs, four teams in Van Zandt County were in contention for potential state championships. After two weeks of post-season action, only one VZC team remains in the hunt as Coach Jared Moffatt’s Van Vandals have advanced to the Class 4A, Division 2, Regional Semifinals.

The defending Class 2A basketball state champion Martins Mill Lady Mustangs are off to another strong start in the 2024-25 basketball season as they captured first place in the first annual Martins Mill Jerry Daniel Basketball Invitational Tournament Nov. 21-23.

The Van Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Quarterly Luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Nov.12 through Nov.19. Jared Vance, 25, Grand Saline, Possession of a controlled substance, abandonment or endangerment of a child or individual with intent to return.

In a significant move to address pet overpopulation and promote responsible pet ownership, Van Zandt County has entered into a new contract with the Animal Protection League (APL). This initiative aims to provide financial assistance for spay and neuter services for residents in select zip codes.

During the regular monthly meeting of the Van City Council Nov. 14, Interim City Manager Jeff Hudgens presented the ‘State of the City Address’ to council members and others in attendance.