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Flag Day, Flag Week proclamation approved by court

3 years ago By David Barber

A proclamation calling for Flag Day and Flag Week to be celebrated in Van Zandt County in June was approved unanimously May 25 by the VZC Commissioners Court during its regular meeting. Carrie Woolverton of the VZC Historical Commission read the proclamation calling for Flag Day to be recognized on Tuesday, June 14, and Flag Week to be observed during the week of June 12.

Carrie Woolverton of the Van Zandt County Historical Commission stood with the VZC Commissioners Court following unanimous approval by the court to recognize June 14 as Flag Day and the week of June 12 as Flag Week. Standing with Woolverton were left to right, VZC Pct. 1 Commissioner Chad LaPrade, VZC Pct. 2 Commissioner Virgil Melton Jr., VZC Pct. 3 Commissioner Keith Pearson, VZC Judge Don Kirkpatrick, and VZC Pct. 4 Commissioner Tim West. Photo by David Barber

VIM & VIGOR: Remembering Carol Whatley

3 years ago By Britne Hammons

At first, we were all taken aback by this onslaught of forthrightness, but then realized that we probably did need her help, and after all, she was working for free. She reminded us of that often, and would march right out the door whenever she felt like it. If she needed to go, she went, and if she stayed it was because she wanted to, and if she had something to say, she’d say it. And boy, will we miss her. Carol passed away last Monday, and we are feeling the loss of her absence.

Carol with her newly published book in 2019. Photo by Britne Hammons

Charges dismissed against Sheriff Hendrix

3 years ago By Britne Hammons

On Friday, May 20, charges against former Van Zandt County Sheriff Steve Hendrix and two of his deputies for giving a false statement to a peace officer were dismissed. The dismissal comes at the heels of the indictment issued in March accusing Sheriff Hendrix, Chief Deputy Jerry Wood and Sgt.

Vets Memorial to hold program May 30

3 years ago By From Staff Reports

Memorial Day will again take on a special meaning in Van Zandt County as the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial Board has announced that they will be hosting their annual program beginning at 10 a.m. Monday, May 30, at the VZC Veterans Memorial in Canton.

‘Open Mic Night’ scheduled in Van

4 years ago By From Staff Reports

The City of Van and the Van EDC (Economic Development Corporation) are sponsoring ‘3rd Thursdays with Erin York’ featuring an ‘Open Mic Night’ at The Movie House in downtown Van. The first ‘Open Mic Night’ was held May 19.

Union Grove Cemetery to hold annual meeting

4 years ago By News Staff

Union Grove Cemetery, Inc in Wills Point will have its annual meeting on Sunday, May 21 at 11 a.m. “We will recognize our veterans, have a short program, have our annual meeting, and join together for lunch under the pavilion. We are proud of Union Grove and would appreciate any donation to maintain this beautiful countryside cemetery. Donations can be made to Union Grove Cemetery, P. O. Box 722, Wills Point, Texas 75169,” stated cemetery officials

Locally Forged open on Sunday in Ben Wheeler

4 years ago By News Staff

A ribbon cutting ceremony for a Locally Forged Farmers Market in Edom was held May 15 at The Forge Bar & Grill in Ben Wheeler. This is DJ Warren’s third season of bringing locally sourced goods to the communities of Ben Wheeler and Edom. This means that all goods at Locally Forged are made or grown by those selling them. Market hours are held every Sunday 11-3p, May, June, and July. Courtesy photo

Locally Forged open on Sunday in Ben Wheeler

Public swearing-in ceremony for Carter set for May 22

4 years ago By News Staff

There will be a public swearing-in ceremony for Van Zandt County Interim Sheriff Joe Carter beginning at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 22, in the VZC Courthouse, according to VZC Judge Don Kirkpatrick.

VZ County man arrested on solicitation charge

4 years ago By From Staff Reports

Jason Wilhelm Veihl, of Canton, has been arrested following a solicitation of prostitution operating conducted by the Texas Department of Public Safety. CBS 19 issued an article regarding the arrest of nine people, eight of which are from East Texas. The arrests were made between Tuesday, May 17, and Wednesday, May 18.

Miss Texas visits with WPISD students

4 years ago By David Kapitan

Miss Texas 2021 Mallory Brooke Fuller visited Wills Point ISD campuses May 11, speaking with high school students specifically about mental health and suicide prevention. Fuller’s journey towards becoming a mental health advocate began in high school after losing a friend to suicide.

Mallory Brooke Fuller, who was crowned Miss Texas 2021, continued her community outreach efforts with a stop at Wills Point ISD May 11. Fuller’s presentations centered on the importance of mental health, dealing with emotions and suicide prevention. Courtesy photo

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