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The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from January 7-15, 2025. Skye Breeann Cooper, 39, Fort Towson, Oklahoma, Poss CS PG 1/1 B>=1G<4G.
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TxDOT releases project updates for week of Jan. 13
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in the district during the week of Jan. 13.
Delinquent tax collection update presented to commissioners court
davidb@vanzandtnews.com An update on delinquent tax collections in Van Zandt County was presented to the VZC Commissioners Court during its regular meeting Jan. 13.
Resolution engaging bond counsel approved by commissioners
In preparation for a potential bond election to be presented to the voters as early as May 2025 to construct a new Van Zandt County Jail and/or renovate the VZC Courthouse, the VZC Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution during a special called meeting Jan. 2.
Kevin Palmer introduced as new VZC Fire Marshal
While new Van Zandt County Fire Marshal Kevin Palmer will not officially begin his duties until Jan. 22, he is already on the job.
Organization sues over energy storage project
russell@thmonitor.net Residents of Van Zandt County have filed a lawsuit in the 294th Judicial District in Canton seeking damages, temporary and permanent injunctions and demanding a jury in reference to the Amador Energy Storage Project, a 100-megawatt lithium battery energy storage facility under...
City, school candidate filing begins Jan. 15
davidb@vanzandtnews.com Most cities and school districts in Van Zandt County are busily preparing for the start of the candidate sign-up period for numerous city and school elections this spring. Election Day for the 2025 school and city elections in VZC is Saturday, May 3.
SPCA of Texas offers tips for pets during cold weather
With sub-freezing temperatures predicted for North Texas in the next few days, the SPCA of Texas advises the following protect pets from harsh outdoor conditions. — Freezing temperatures can be dangerous and even deadly for companion ani-mals, so it is best to keep your pet indoors as much as...
Sheriff Bridger issues statement following swearing-in ceremony
Following his swearing-in ceremony Jan. 1 in the Van Zandt County District Courtroom, new VZC Sheriff Kevin Bridger released the following statement: “I am proud to represent the law enforcement professionals of VZC and to be your sheriff,” said Bridger.