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Suspect taken into custody on solicitation charge

3 years ago By Staff Reports

A 48-year old Grand Saline man was taken into custody this week on allegations that he attempted to solicit a minor online. According to a Grand Saline Police Department narrative of the situation, officers began an investigation into the allegations on Jan.

VZC Juvenile Justice Detention Center renamed

3 years ago By David Barber

davidb@vanzandtnews.com Through a proclamation unanimously approved by the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court during a special called meeting Dec. 22, the VZC Juvenile Justice Center in Grand Saline has been renamed.

VZC Juvenile Justice Detention Center renamed

Lady Vandals down Lindale, 47-31

3 years ago By News Staff

Marisa Richardson helped to spark Van to a 16-point win over the Lindale Eagles Jan. 3, finishing with a team-high 18 points.

Prompt removal of Christmas trees encouraged

3 years ago By News Staff

One-third (33 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January. With this post-holiday fire hazard in mind, the National Fire Protection Association strongly encourages everyone to keep the festive memories and remove the hazards by disposing of Christmas trees promptly after the holiday season.

Special recognition

3 years ago By News Staff

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Van releases information on upcoming events

3 years ago By News Staff

City of Van Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Executive Director Tammy Weidman recently released information regarding upcoming events in the city. The ‘3rd Thursdays with Erin Picking Circle’ will not take place during the month of January but will resume from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Court receives update on district courtroom repairs

3 years ago By David Barber

An update on repairs in the Van Zandt County District Courtroom was given to the VZC Commissioners Court during a special called meeting Dec. 27.

Court receives update on district courtroom repairs

The Old Firehouse to resume concert series

3 years ago By News Staff

After being closed for almost three years due to COVID and a death in the family, The Old Firehouse re-opens with a new season for the new year. With the loss of his beloved wife Judy to Alzheimer’s, Jeff Gottesman has dedicated the stage to her memory, as she was instrumental in creating the venue which celebrated 11 seasons prior to her passing.