HEAVY RAIN, HIGH WINDS
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.’
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Curtis, Phillips win runoff elections
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.
Scholarship award winners announced at Van banquet
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.
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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.
State historical marker dedicated in Myrtle Springs
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.
Whitton Homecoming set for June 2
Whitton Community Center is holding its annual Homecoming on June 2, 2024. “We will gather for lunch and visiting at 1 p.m.,” said a spokesperson.
Reese issues disaster declaration due to recent severe weather
Due to recent severe weather conditions, Van Zandt County Judge Andy Reese issued the following Declaration of Disaster for VZC May 16: ‘Whereas, on the 16th day of May 2024, VZC was in imminent threat of the occurrence of widespread and/ or severe damage, injury, or loss of life or property...
VZC annual Memorial Day program set for May 27
Plans are being finalized for the annual Van Zandt County Memorial Day program scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, May 27 at the VZC Veterans Memorial in Canton.
