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Texas Farm Bureau Radio Network celebrates 20 years

4 years ago By News Staff

Body Texas Farm Bureau Radio Network celebrates 20 years on air this month. Since the network was established in 2002, it has served as a news source for farmers, ranchers and landowners across the Lone Star State.

VZMG Geranium Fundraiser ends March 21

4 years ago By News Staff

Body The Van Zandt Master Gardener Association Geranium Fundraiser ends March 21. All orders and payments need to be received by noon on March 21.

Reese to be sworn in as VZC Judge Jan. 1, 2023

4 years ago By Britne Hammons

Body It was around 9:30 p.m. March 1, when a final tally of votes was in for the 2022 Primary Election. There were 8,774 total votes cast, with 8,149 Republican and 625 Democratic votes. There were a total of 3,104 votes cast during Early Voting.

Newly elected VZC Judge Andy Reese celebrates his election victory March 1. Photos by Faith Caughron

Scholarships awarded March 1 during Van Chamber Luncheon

4 years ago By David Barber

Body Scholarships were presented to three Van High School students March 1 during the Van Area Chamber of Commerce’s Quarterly Luncheon downtown at The Movie House.

Cara Potter, the 2021 Van Oil Queen, was presented a $1,200 scholarship from the Van Area Chamber of Commerce March 1 during the chamber’s quarterly luncheon by Van Area Chamber of Commerce President Pat Valentine. Photo by David Barber

Edgewood court to hold citation, warrant event

4 years ago By News Staff

Body The Edgewood Municipal Court will conduct a citation and warrant resolution drive through March 26. The court has released information for those who face a warrant or citation for the city.

VZC voters approve propositions

4 years ago By Britne Hammons

Body Van Zandt County voters went to the polls on Primary Election Day, March 1, approving 10 propositions on the ballot. The propositions ranged from eliminating property taxes within 10 years to creating a constitutional amendment protecting the sanctity of life.

Edgewood, Martins Mill reach Regional Tournament

4 years ago By David Kapitan

Body The possibility of at least one Van Zandt County basketball program reaching the State Tournament in San Antonio was kept alive and well last week with both Edgewood and Martins Mill rolling on with two playoff victories each.

The Edgewood Lady Dogs continued to prove themselves as one of the top programs in all of East Texas reaching the Regional Quarterfinals for a fourth consecutive season. Photo by Dusty Goodwin

Check out the free shelf at Grand Saline Library

4 years ago By Kelly Bryant

Body One of the most frequently visited spots in the library is our free shelf. This area contains all kinds of free stuff that you can pick up and take home or take to share with others.

Election Day is Tuesday, March 1

4 years ago By Britne Hammons

Body As the county waits with bated breath for Election Day, March 1, to come around, the number of early votes cast as of Feb. 22, was 2,088. A final early vote count with results of early voting were not available as of presstime. Early voting wrapped up Friday, Feb.