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Mark McClanahan

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Mark McClanahan, 61, and his wife, Carla, have five children, Carter, MarLee, Christopher, Jason, and Cason. He serves as Director of Maintenance for the North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NETRMA).
Mark McClanahan

Judson Moore

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Judson Moore is 47 and is married to Stephanie. Moore said, “It is a strong faith in the Lord, experience in law enforcement, relationships in the community and school district, a willingness to listen and learn that makes me the best candidate for the Van ISD Board of Trustees.
Judson Moore

Shannon Johnson

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Shannon Johnson, 53, and her husband, Zach, have three children; Hannah, 22; Grace, 21; and Sophie, 16. She is self-employed.
Shannon Johnson

Early surge carries Lady Indians to win

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The Grand Saline Lady Indians accomplished a pair of goals on Tuesday night against Edgewood, building up positive momentum with the playoffs looming just over the horizon sweep of the Lady Dogs. Grand Saline and Edgewood had met once before this season with the Lady Indians powering their way to an 8-0 win back on March 24.

Bulldogs claim rivalry bragging rights

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editor@vanzandtnews.com The Edgewood Bulldogs made their way to Grand Saline on Tuesday night, taking on the Indians for the first of two scheduled district matchups between the programs this season. Edgewood would make it look easy in the contest, pounding out 15 hits on dent on the scoreboard during the first two innings, keeping the score tied at 0-0 heading into the top of the third. The tenor of the game would change from there as Edgewood plated three runs to seize control.

Eagles, Vandals among District 16-4A competitors

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Athletes representing the Canton and Van track and field programs made their way to Lindale April 12, squaring off against competitors from Athens, Brownsboro, Cumberland Academy, Lindale and Mabank at this year’s District 16-4A Meet.

Vandals fall to Bears in series opener

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The Van Vandals crossed paths with a familiar foe this week, making the short drive to Brownsboro to take on the Bears in a District 16-4A tilt April 18. Two bad innings would prove to be the difference in the contest as Brownsboro powered its way to a 10-1 win over the Vandals.
The Van Vandals will look to build up some late season momentum when they tangle with the Brownsboro Bears for the second time in three days April 21. Photo by Liz Hinch

Youthful Van claims district title

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The Van Lady Vandals staked their claim as the top program in District 16-4A last week, upending the Athens Lady Hornets 5-0 behind a stellar pitching performance from freshman Jailey Potter and timely hitting offensively. Potter would keep Athens hitters at bay throughout the night, allowing just three hits while striking out six in a complete game win.
Mahayla McKinney (11), Maylan Hale (14), Jailey Potter (1) and Tatum Horton (2) stand at attention for the playing of the national anthem. Photo by Liz Hinch