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Nixon leads Lady Mustangs to easy win over AG, 83-32

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Kara Nixon popped the nets for 41 points Jan. 6 to lead the two-time defending Class 2A, Division 2, state champion Martins Mill Lady Mustangs to a dominating win over Alba- Golden in district play, 8332.

Free candidate announcement, photos to be accepted

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Van Zandt Newspapers LLC welcomes all candidates who have signed up to run for a Van Zandt County or a statewide office in the upcoming March 3, 2026, Primary Election to submit a FREE announcement and a photo for publication.

Rachel Beasley Hogue running for SBOE District 9 position

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Rachel Hogue, a certified principal and 14-year educator, and the first to announce her candidacy, has officially filed her paperwork for the Texas State Board of Education, District 9 position. Hogue, a seventh generation Texan, was born and raised in Grand Saline, and now resides in Mineola with her husband, Benjamin, a Custom Saddle Maker and toiler.
Rachel Hogue

Reeves announces candidacy for VZC Judge

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Karen Reeves is announcing her candidacy for Van Zandt County Judge to serve the good people of VZC. She will bring a fresh focus through a Biblical internal motivation and will not take a salary from the people.
Karen Reeves

Five VZC students named to President’s List

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It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2025 President’s List. The fall terms run from September to December.

Two WP students named to Fall 2025 Dean’s List

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Angelo State University in San Angelo has announced the students achieving the Dean’s List designation for the 2025 fall semester. To be eligible for the ASU Dean’s List, full-time undergraduate students must maintain a 3.25 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

Edgewood graduate named to SNHU Dean’s List

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Ashley Chaney of Edgewood has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List. The fall terms run from September to December.

VZCHC ready for 2026 after finishing 2025 on positive note

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Van Zandt County Historical Commission Publicity Chair The Van Zandt County Historical Commission (VZCHC) finished 2025 on a high note, with a busy December and plans for an even more productive 2026.
Van Zandt County Historical Commission (VZCHC) Chairman Elvis Allen spoke to the Leadership VZC group Dec. 18 about the history of VZC. Courtesy photos