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Creative Arts is back! Volunteer Shelly Barr is organizing the Adult and Youth Creative Arts competition for the 2022 fair. There is a $5 entry fee for each item. Entry is open to all adults of Van Zandt County, and youth residing in or attending a Van Zandt school. The youth entries will further be divided into age categories: Pee Wee-5 years to 7 years old; Jr. Division-ages 8 -12 and Sr. Division-ages 14 - 18 (still in high school) This division is open to all youth, ages 8 to 18 (still in high school).

Put a little spring into your step this season by visiting one of the numerous festivals and events that Van Zandt County and surrounding areas has to offer. As the county welcomes a new spring season, this guide helps you navigate the when and where of local events.

Ben Wheeler Chili Cookoff Downtown Ben Wheeler will play host to the Second Annual Chili Cook-off with proceeds to benefi t the local Ben Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department. The all-you-can-eat chili and best cornbread contest will be held from 11 a.m.

Terrell Taco Festival The City of Terrell and the Terrell Chamber of Commerce/CVB are sponsoring the Terrell Taco Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Back the Blue Benefit The Wills Point Police Department is expected to welcome hundreds of visitors to Jack Lester Park June 11 as they host their 7th annual Back the Blue Benefi t. The event has become a family favorite in recent years, with music, demonstrations and a BBQ cook-off serving as key highlights.

We had a wonderful spring break at the Grand Saline Public Library. Thank you to everyone that chose to spend some of your time with us last week. Seeing all the happy smiling faces made us even more excited about our plans for the summer.

It was a fun crafting day at the Grand Saline Library March 17. Library visitors were encouraged to make a hedgehog out of old books and craft supplies.

The Wills Point Police Department is expected to welcome hundreds of visitors to Jack Lester Park June 11 as they host their 7 th annual Back the Blue Benefit. The event has become a family favorite in recent years, with music, demonstrations and a BBQ cookoff serving as key highlights.

The Texas Association of Appraisal Districts announced historic growth in Texas real estate values. According to the association, regions around the state have seen increases in values between 20-50 percent since last year.

East Oak Street Church of Christ will hold a food giveaway from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 12.