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This past week, I had the opportunity to take a step back in time to Wind Point at Lake Tawakoni. Over four decades ago, I remember fishing here from the bank near the end of the point with a buddy and catching a bunch of catfish.

The ‘American Pickers’ are excited to return to Texas! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel’s hit television series throughout Texas in October 2024. ‘American Pickers’ is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique ‘picking’ on The History Channel.

The office of Texas District 2 State Representative Jill Dutton is currently accepting applications for the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program (TASSP) from students residing in House District 2.

A good night’s rest can be just what the body needs to feel revitalized and ready to tackle a new day. Indeed, rest is important for people of all ages, including seniors.

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Following a traffic stop on Interstate 20 near Wills Point Aug. 1, two Chinese men were arrested for money laundering after approximately $250,000 in gold bullion was recovered by law enforcement from the suspects’ vehicle.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com The driver of a stolen white Camaro that was involved in a high-speed chase July 18 in Van Zandt County has been arrested by the Dallas Police Department (DPD), according to VZC Pct. 3 Constable Jeff Caughron.

The Department of Public Safety (DPS), EMS, the Wills Point Fire Department and the Rolling Oaks Fire Department responded to a small plane crash around the area of FM 751 and VZCR 3811 near Wills Point July 31. According to The County Eagle, one of the two occupants suffered minor injuries.

Edgewood ISD Superintendent Kristin Prater announced that the public is invited to attend a Groundbreaking Ceremony for Phase 1 of the school district’s bond project. The Groundbreaking Ceremony will take place at 8:30 a.m.

DAVID BARBER davidb@vanzandtnews.com Following a public meeting held by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) in Canton July 25, Texas District 2 State Representative Jill Dutton released a letter she sent to TCEQ Chairman Jon Niermann of Austin July 30 regarding the permit application for Class B Biosolids and Residuals by Denali Water Solutions LLC of Russellville, Arkansas. The permit, if approved by the TCEQ, would authorize the land application of Class B wastewater treatment plant biosolids and water treatment plant residuals for beneficial use on 57 acres in Van Zandt County.