As I reflect on my experience writing the articles and editorials for the Van Zandt County Readers’ Choice, I am struck by the profound sense of community I encountered. Through one-on-one conversations with local business owners and community members, I discovered a deep sense of connection that binds our county together, one that transcends the boundaries of small towns.
Van Zandt County Pct. 4 Commissioner Brandon Barton and VZC Judge Andy Reese reminded those in attendance at the Jan. 29 regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court that there will be a VZC Pct. 4 Town Hall Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3 at Edom City Limits.
An early morning house fire west of Canton Jan. 24 resulted in the death of Linda Jones, 74, of Canton, according to Van Zandt County Fire Marshal Kevin Palmer.
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in the district during the week of Jan. 27, 2025.
After a Smith County jury found a Henderson County man guilty Jan. 17 of a first-degree felony in relation to what the jury believed was giving orders that led to the 2020 shooting death of a motorcyclist near Tyler, the court then followed that conviction Jan. 21 by sentencing him to life in prison.
Retiring Van Zandt CountyAuditor Sandy Hill was honored by current and former VZC officials as part of a ceremony Jan. 24 during a special called meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court.