Town Hall Meeting on Sharia Law draws over 300 in attendance
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GS freshman FFA student speaks in Canton
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Grand Saline High School FFA (Future Farmers of America) Vice-President Bryson Richey served as a special guest speaker May 13 during the weekly Canton Lions Club Luncheon at the Van Zandt Country Club.
Taco Bell addition more likely after WP council vote
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The likelihood that Wills Point will see an addition to its local dining scene increased significantly May 12 with council members unanimously approving an item that is expected to clear a hurdle for Southern Multifoods, LLC. to acquire land within the city.
Summer Food Service Program available at Van ISD
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Bringing healthy summer meals to Van ISD children ensures kids have a healthy vacation and return to school ready to learn, according to Van ISD Child Nutrition Director Misty Purkey.
Students of the Month recognized at MM
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The regular monthly meeting of the Martins Mill School Board May 14 opened with recognition of the Students of the Month. The Students of the Month were Phillip Daniel and Travis Baber.
Two Edom City Council members resign
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Two members of the Edom City Council submitted their resignations during the regular monthly meeting of the council May 14. “The council accepted the resignation of council member Denise Basking with many thanks for her years of service,” said Edom Mayor Barbara Crow.
Pond Management Field Day set for May 29 in Edgewood
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The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office in Van Zandt County along with Stewart Hay & Cattle of Edgewood will be hosting a Pond Management Field Day Friday, May 29, at 10192 FM 859 in Edgewood. The cost of the event will be $35.00 per person, cash or check only.
Council discusses participation in Film Friendly Texas program
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Participation from the City of Van in the Film Friendly Texas program was a topic of discussion May 14 during the regular monthly meeting of the Van City Council.
Mayor Crow celebrating 25 years of service in Edom
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Barbara Crow’s decision to first run for mayor of Edom did not come overnight. Looking back, Crow said that she began thinking about it 10 years before she actually signed up to run against the incumbent in May 2001.
Groundbreaking held for new Hall Chevrolet GMC facility
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Under warm and sunny skies May 13, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new Hall Chevrolet GMC dealership location on State Highway 19 near Taco Bell in Canton.
