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Body All Early Voting for the Nov. 5 General Election in Van Zandt County will begin Monday, Oct.

Body Isabel Sneed was named as the 2024 Van Oil Queen at the conclusion of the annual Van Oil Pageant Oct. 12.

Body After many years of work and four submissions, Van Zandt County was awarded a grant from the Texas Historical Commission to restore our courthouse that was first occupied in 1937 making the building 87 years old.

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com In the heart of Grand Saline, 20-year-old Cayden Mosher stands out not just for his age, but for his unwavering commitment to service.

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com In a world where law enforcement faces unprecedented challenges, Edgewood ISD Police Chief Jason Groom stands as a testament to resilience and dedication.

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com Fruitvale Volunteer Fire Department Chief Tim Bierl shared his passion for firefighting and the challenges faced by volunteer departments in small towns.

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com Lonnie Smith, a dedicated volunteer firefighter with the Myrtle Springs Fire Department, has served as a volunteer fire fighter for an impressive 38 years.

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Body susan@vanzandtnews.com Quen McDonald at the Ben Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department, a dedicated volunteer firefighter, shared his motivation to join the department. “I’ve always wanted to help others,” he said, reflecting on his commitment to serving the community.

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com The heart of a community often beats strongest through its First Responders. One such individual making a significant impact in the Martins Mill area is Austin Davis, a dedicated firefi ghter and paramedic who has been serving since 2009.