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Monday, Dec. 11 is the deadline for all candidates filing to run for an office in VZC to get on the ballot for the March 5, 2024, Texas Primary Election.

Approximately 25 people were in attendance Dec. 5 for the final Van Area Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon of 2023 held downtown at The Movie House.

Seniors and older adults did not seem to get the memo regarding inflation. As the world continues to navigate a cost-of-living increase, internal data from Bank of America indicates that Baby Boomers (people born between 1946 and 1964) and Traditionalists (individuals born between 1928 and 1945) are spending more while younger generations are cutting back. Between May 2021 and May 2022, spending by Traditionalists increased by more than five percent while Baby Boomer spending rose by 2.2 percent. That uptick occurred while younger generations’ spending fell by 1.5 percent.

The Van Zandt County/Sarah Norman Library will be hosting a ‘Polar Express Storytime’ from 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec.

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The AARP Driver Safety Program and the Van Zandt County/Sarah Norman Library will be sponsoring a driver safety class from noon to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec.

The Republican Women of Van Zandt welcomed Debbie Brinkley, Director from Hope Pregnancy Center in Canton as the guest speaker at their November meeting. Brinkley provided information about the center, the programs offered, and the need for donations.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Nov. 28-Dec.

Texas State Parks is kicking off the holiday season with close to 100 special seasonal activities happening across the state. Visitors of all ages can enjoy themed guided walks, crafting events, educational opportunities and more.