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MMHS Robotics Team shines at Texas BEST Championship

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susan@vanzandtnews.com The Martins Mill High School Robotics Team made a remarkable impression at the Texas BEST Robotics Championship held from December 10-13, 2025, at Fair Park Coliseum and the Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center in Dallas.
Once again, the Martins Mill High School Robotics Team shined bright at a statewide competition during the Texas BEST Robotics Championships held Dec. 10-13 in Dallas. The BEST (Boosting Engineering, Science, and Technology) competition began in 1993 inspired by Texas Instruments engineers who wanted to engage high school students in robotics. The team was under the mentorship of Marvin Shaw. Courtesy photo

Four dead in triple murder-suicide

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editor@terrelltribune.com Four people were found dead in their home after a welfare check in Terrell on Christmas Eve. At approximately 5:29 p.m.

Debut novel released by J.R. Wray

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SUSAN HARRIS susan@vanzandtnews.com In a world where stories often reflect the complexities of life, J.R. Wray’s debut novel, ‘ Jesse: A Star Under the Sun,’ invites readers into the wildlife of an imaginative character who navigates the trials and tribulations of growing up.
J. R. Wray recently announced the release of his debut novel, ‘ Jesse: A Star Under the Sun.’ The book invites readers into the wildlife of an imaginative character who navigates the trials and tribulations of growing up. Standing with Wray is his wife, Kristie, who played a pivotal role in his writing journey. Photo by Bodey Cooper

Grand Saline Police Report

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Grand Saline Police Department Blotter for the week of Dec. 16-29: Welfare Concern/Check / 513 W Garland Welfare Concern/Check/Information / Country Trails.

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The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Dec. 16-23.

Republican Club of VZC to host ‘Showdown at High Noon’ Jan. 17

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The Republican Club of Van Zandt County (RCVZC) released information Dec. 29 about ‘Showdown at High Noon,’ a candidate debate/forum scheduled for noon Saturday, Jan. 17, at the Canton Civic Center located at 800 Flea Market Road.

APL expands affordable pet services in VZC

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susan@vanzandtnews.com The Animal Protection League (APL) is making significant progress in Van Zandt County by offering affordable pet vaccinations and spay/neuter services every Thursday at the Traders Square Shopping Center, conveniently located at 301 Veterans Memorial Parkway in Canton.
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