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1 year ago By News Staff

The Van Economic Development Corporation (EDC) will be hosting a Business Networking Reception from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec.

The defending Class 2A State Champion Martins Mill Lady Mustangs captured the championship of the first annual Jerry Daniel Basketball Invitational Nov

1 year ago By News Staff

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The defending Class 2A State Champion Martins Mill Lady Mustangs captured the championship of the first annual Jerry Daniel Basketball Invitational Nov. 23 in Martins Mill. The Lady Mustangs won the tournament title with an impressive 64-39 victory over Class 5A Longview. For story and additional photos, check out the sports pages in this issue. Courtesy photo

Christmas Parades scheduled in VZC

1 year ago By Staff Reports

A number of holiday activities, including Christmas Parades, will take place over the coming days in Van Zandt County. Grand Saline Christmas on Main Street (Dec.

Appreciation for recent Veterans Day ceremony expressed at meeting

1 year ago By Susan Harris

On Nov. 14, the Van City Council assembled for their regular monthly meeting filled with community input and discussions on several pressing issues affecting local residents.

City of Van Police Chief Eric Doering (left) and Officer Adam Newel met with the Van City Council Nov. 14 during the council’s regular monthly meeting. The next regular monthly meeting of the Van City Council is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. Photo by Susan Harris

Briefs

1 year ago By News Staff

The Van Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Quarterly Luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Nov.12 through Nov.19. Jared Vance, 25, Grand Saline, Possession of a controlled substance, abandonment or endangerment of a child or individual with intent to return.

VZ County launches spay, neuter initiative

1 year ago By News Staff

In a significant move to address pet overpopulation and promote responsible pet ownership, Van Zandt County has entered into a new contract with the Animal Protection League (APL). This initiative aims to provide financial assistance for spay and neuter services for residents in select zip codes.

Hudgens presents ‘State of the City’ address in Van

1 year ago By Susan Harris

During the regular monthly meeting of the Van City Council Nov. 14, Interim City Manager Jeff Hudgens presented the ‘State of the City Address’ to council members and others in attendance.

The Van City Council held its regular monthly meeting Nov. 14 as they heard a ‘State of the City’ address from Interim City Manager Jeff Hudgens. Those in attendance included left to right within the half-circle, City Attorney Blake Armstrong: Council Members Charles Ryan and Samantha Smith; Hudgens; Van Mayor Pro-Tem and Acting Mayor Ernie Burns; Council members Mark Heatwole and Laura Duncan; and City Secretary Sereca Huff-Huggins. Photo by Susan Harris

Resolution establishing a County Resolution Fund approved by Commissioners

1 year ago By David Barber

A resolution to establish a Civil Court Alternative Dispute Resolution System was approved by the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court Nov. 20 during its regular meeting.

The Texas Resolution PLLC Attorney/ Mediator J. D. McMullen visited with the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court during its regular meeting Nov. 20 regarding a resolution establishing a County Resolution Fund which was approved unanimously by the commissioners’ court. Photo by David Barber

Concerns expressed over proposed facility in VZC

1 year ago By David Barber

davidb@vanzandtnews.com Concerns about a proposed lithium battery storage facility to be located in the Whitton Community, south of Canton, were presented during a recent meeting in Canton. David Dunagan, representing ‘Save Van Zandt County’ and a resident of the Whitton Community in VZC Pct.