Why Van Zandt County declares a disaster
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Van Zandt County has had three ‘Disaster Declarations’ in the last two months. I have been asked by several people why do we declare a disaster and what is the purpose.
News
Norwood shares meaning of Memorial Day during program
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Retired Army Col. John Norwood of Ben Wheeler was the guest speaker May 27 during the annual Memorial Day program at the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial in Canton.
Briefs
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After being postponed June 4 due to inclement weather conditions, the Van Area Chamber of Commerce will be having its Quarterly Luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, downtown at The Movie House.
Blotter
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The Van Zandt County Sheriff ’s Office released the following arrest report from May 28-June 4. Micheal Glen Baker, 52, Quinlan, assaulting and injuring a family member.
Reese addresses death of Melton during meeting
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At the beginning of the regular meeting of the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court June 5, VZC Judge Andy Reese read from a prepared statement regarding the June 3 death of VZC Pct. 2 Commissioner Virgil Melton Jr.
Leadership VZC recognizes graduates during ceremony
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Leadership Van Zandt County recognized their Class 5 graduates June 4 during a special ceremony at The Silver Spur Resort in Canton. Leadership VZC is a program sponsored by the Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce, and a committee of business individuals is in charge of the program, according to Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kelli Ridgway.
Remembering Commissioner Melton
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A number of elected officials have expressed shock and sadness over the sudden passing of Van Zandt County Pct. 2 Commissioner Virgil Melton Jr.
Martins Mill High School Academic Team
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Martins Mill High School Academic Team.
Despite weather delay, VHS holds successful graduation ceremony
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A one day delay due to inclement weather did not dampen the spirits of those involved in the Van High School Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony May 25 at Van’s Memorial Stadium. Former Van School Board President and former board member Scott Thomas welcomed those in attendance and led in the invocation.
McPherson, Reed, Johnson recognized at EHS graduation
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Valedictorian Blair McPherson, Salutatorian Sydney Reed, and Historian Kaitlyn Johnson, the top three graduates, were among those recognized May 24 during the Edgewood High School Graduation Ceremony in the high school gymnasium.
