News

Body A new Feeding the Economy report shows just how vital the U.S. food and agriculture sectors are to fueling the Texas and American economies.

Body United States District 5 Congressman Lance Gooden has announced a series of Congressional Town Hall meetings across Texas’ 5th district.

Body The American Red Cross opened a shelter May 29 for residents affected by extreme weather in Grand Saline. The shelter is located at the Grand Saline Elementary School at 405 Stadium Drive.

Body The Texas Republican State Convention was held in San Antonio May 2325 and was attended by 6,700 delegates from across the state. This convention is the largest political convention held in the U.S., even larger than the Republican or Democratic National conventions.

Body The severe weather that has moved through Van Zandt County since April 26, 2024, left many residents with property damage due to high winds and heavy rainfall.

Body Following a storm that produced heavy rain, high winds, and a loss of power to many areas May 28, Van Zandt County Judge Andy Reese has issued the following ‘Declaration of Disaster.

Body There will be a new commissioner in Van Zandt County Pct. 1 next year as challenger Mitch Curtis defeated current VZC Pct. 1 Commissioner Chad LaPrade by a 2-1 margin, according to unofficial May 28 runoff election results released by the VZC Clerk’s office.

Body An estimated 500 attended the annual Van All-Sports Banquet May 13 at the Van High School Cafetorium as a number of athletes were recognized with awards.

Body The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from May 14-May 21. James Perry Ballard Jr., 20, Wills Point, driving while intoxicated.

Body A dedication ceremony for a Texas Historical Cemetery Marker was held May 19 at the Myrtle Springs Cemetery. The dedication was hosted by members of the Van Zandt County Historical Commission and the Myrtle Springs Cemetery Association.