Food giveaway set
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East Oak Street Church of Christ will hold a food giveaway from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, May 7 at 508 East Oak St., Edgewood..
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The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from April 19-27. David Lynn Almond, 56, Grand Saline, terroristic threat of family or household.
Shooting in Canton claims life of Grand Saline man
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The Canton Police Department issued a statement on April 28 regarding a shooting occurring in the City of Canton. “On April 23, 2022, at approximately 12:30 a.m., the Canton Police Department was notified of a shooting that had occurred at a residence in the City of Canton.
LITTLE AUTHORS
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Mrs. Johnson’s kindergarten class at Edgewood Elementary School is now full of published authors and illustrators!!According to a public social media post, students wrote and illustrated a book all about kindergarten memories the students have made from the past year. Courtesy photo
A REAL TREASURE
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One lucky man in Edgewood has won a $250,000 Texas Lottery scratch off ticket prize, thanks in part to Newman’s Convenience Store cashier Mary Erwin. Newman’s, off Highway 30 in Edgewood, is a popular spot for passersby, with a steady stream of customers coming in and out, chirping hellos and goodbyes to the store’s most treasured cashier.
Hall of Fame recognized by Van ISD
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The 2020 Faculty & Staff Hall of Fame Inductees were recognized by Van ISD during the 2022 Van ISD Honor Banquet April 11. Faculty and staff Hall of Fame inductees for 2020 were not recognized two years ago due to the COVID-19 pandemic as their recognition was postponed until this year.
Schley named Miss Van Zandt County
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The results from the 2022 Van Zandt County Fair encompass winners from Baby Miss to Miss Van Zandt County. There were winners across different competitions consisting of most photogenic, talent, best western wear and more.
Meet the Candidates
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My name is Mark Thompson, and I am running for the open Van City Council Place # 4 seat. I’m married to Lori, my wife of 44 years. We moved here from Central America in 2005 after seven years on the mission field with Mercy Ships. We have four adult children, all of whom have attended Van ISD. Our two youngest both graduated from Van HS. We also have four grandchildren living here in Van.
Around Town
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April 21-24: The Terrell Jubilee is a four-day funfilled celebration for the whole family that celebrates Terrell’s heritage held annually. Events and attractions traditionally include a carnival, BBQ cook-off, arts and crafts exhibition, business and health expo, live music, a car show, the Fountain 5K Run, and more.
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Colfax Cemetery Association to hold meeting The Colfax Cemetery Association will hold their annual meeting on April 30. After the annual dedication and meeting, hotdogs and chips will be served, stated association members.