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STEAM Bus Tour heading west this summer

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Van ISD Marketing & Communications Coordinator Van ISD proudly announces its upcoming western STEAM Bus Tour set to take place from June 2-14. This journey aims to bring Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education directly to rural schools and Texas landmarks across far West Texas.

VZC’s adoption of private road approved in 3-2 vote

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davidb@vanzandtnews.com In a 3-2 vote, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court approved the adoption of a portion of PR 8700 as VZCR 4719 in VZC Pct. 4 during their regular meeting May 8.
Van Zandt County Human Resource Coordinator Jessica Deville (foreground) and D’Ann Miller with Hibbs Hallmark of Tyler discussed the renewal of the county paid standard life insurance policy for VZC employees and retirees May 8 during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court. Photo by David Barber

Early Voting begins Monday in runoff elections

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Early Voting for the two Van Zandt County Commissioners Court elections will begin Monday, May 20 and continue through Friday, May 24. Election Day is Tuesday, May 28.

Texas Farm Bureau hosts annual YF&R Spring Conference

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A statewide Young Farmer & Rancher (YF&R) Conference provided networking and educational opportunities for farmers, ranchers, agricultural professionals and college students was hosted by the Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) April 5-7 in Waco.

VZ County Genealogical Society meeting set for May 18

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Van Zandt County Genealogical Society Publicity Chairperson The Van Zandt County Genealogical Society was scheduled to meet Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 2 p.m., at the VZC/Sarah Norman Library, located at 317 First Monday Lane, Canton.

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The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Apr. 7 to Apr.

Texas Senator Bob Hall to speak at meeting

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Republican Club of Van Zandt County Our very own Texas Senator Bob Hall will be the keynote speaker at our May 20 Republican Club of Van Zandt County meeting. With the November 2024 elections fast approaching, Senator Hall will be addressing a very timely topic, Election Integrity.

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Operation Kindness will be sponsoring a low-cost vaccine clinic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.