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Austin Arena in Wills Point will be hosting the East Texas Custom Knife Show Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct.

CAPTIVATING TASTE BUDS

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For the owners of East Texas Jerky in Edgewood, their love for jerky runs deep. What started as a childhood hobby has now blossomed into a successful business that has captivated the taste buds of locals and customers.
East Texas Jerky employees Ashlynn Swallow (left) and MaKenna Swallow prepare an order for a customer during a busy day at the business in Edgewood. The business opened its doors in 2017. Photo by Susan Harris

WP Mayor comments on damaged Rose Monument

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Following the damage to the downtown Wills Point Rose Monument July 19, Wills Point Mayor Mike D. Jones released the following statement July 24.
Damage to the downtown Wills Point Monument took place July 19. The case is still under investigation, according to Wills Point Police Chief Aaron Long. Photos courtesy of Keep Wills Point Beautiful

Back-To-School Prayer Rally set for Aug. 8 in GS

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The public is invited to attend the second annual Back-To-School Prayer Rally in Grand Saline for students, staff, and schools. The event will take place from 7-8 p.m.

VZC Genealogical Society meeting scheduled

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The Van Zandt County Genealogical Society will have its regular meeting at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the VZC/Sarah Norman Library located at 317 First Monday Lane in Canton.

Town Hall Meeting set for July 30

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There will be a Van Zandt County Pct. 2 Town Hall Meeting to meet the VZC Republican Executive Committee Precinct 2 Chairs as well as a forum to hear the top candidates applying for the VZC Pct. 2 Commissioner’s seat.