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Discover the unique experience of Three Knocks Speakeasy Bar, Barbecue and Bistro. Nestled in the heart of Van lies a hidden gem that offers a one-of-a-kind experience for locals and visitors alike.

Van Zandt County has recently been included in a federal declaration for disaster assistance. This means that residents of the county who have suffered damage to their primary residence may be eligible for free grant assistance from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) to aid in their recovery.

Following a public hearing, the Van City Council approved a re-zoning request on property located in the city from residential to commercial during their regular monthly meeting June 13. The property is owned by Sajid Muhammad and is located at 582 North Maple Street.

Texans who sustained losses from the storms and flooding April 26-June 5 have one month remaining to apply for federal assistance. The deadline is July 16, 2024.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Offi ce released the following arrest report from June 11 to June 18. Adam Chase Bumgardner, 21, Fruitvale, criminal trespassing.

Van Zandt County Genealogical Society Publicity Chairperson The Van Zandt County Genealogical Society will meet at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 at the main VZC/Sarah Norman Library located at 317 First Monday Lane in Canton.

Republican Club of Van Zandt County Vice-President The Republican Club of Van Zandt County will have as their guest speaker, Christin Bentley, at their next club meeting on Monday, June 24, at 7 p.m. at the VZC Farm Bureau Event Center in Canton.

Conversations about the farm bill, agricultural labor and disaster assistance echoed through the halls and offices on Capitol Hill recently as more than 200 Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) members, including five from Van Zandt County, met with members of the U.S. Congress to talk about issues important to agriculture.