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Van Police Report
Van Police Department Blotter for the week of Dec. 9-16: Calls for Service 12/9/2025 Van Inn / Van, Tx Animal Call / 561 S Bois DArc, Van, Tx Warrant Service / 113 West Main Street, Van, Tx Information / Van, Tx Select / Van, Tx Disorderly Conduct / 199 Alabama, Van, Tx 12/10/2025 Disorderly...
Grand Saline Police Report
Grand Saline Police Department Blotter for the week of Dec. 9-15: Calls for Service 12/9/25 Assist EMS / 307 VZCR 1820 Assist with Fire / 12749 FM 17 Welfare Check / Grand Saline 12/10/25 Welfare Concern/Check / Bradburn Nursing Home Warrant Service / Grand Saline Property Damage / 110 W Frank...
Author discusses how to be a better manager and leader
In an interview with author Todd Roberts, he discussed a world where employee engagement is at an alarming low. Roberts, a seasoned manager and leadership coach, has stepped up to share his insights through his first book titled ‘How to Be a Great Manager Leader.’
Free candidate announcement, photos to be accepted
Van Zandt Newspapers LLC welcomes all candidates who have signed up to run for a Van Zandt County or a statewide office in the upcoming March 3, 2026, Primary Election to submit a FREE announcement and a photo for publication.
Wreaths Across America event held Dec. 13
The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Confederate Rose Chapter, in Mabank hosted a Wreaths Across America event Dec. 13 at Elm Grove Cemetery in Van Zandt County. Along with presenting several historical Texas Cemetery designations from the State of Texas that their chapter worked on.
Kaufman officer dies in vehicle accident
Multiple communities are mourning the loss of 26-year-old police officer and deputy fire chief that was killed in a wrong-way collision on Monday, Dec. 8.
Edgewood City Council hears departmental reports
susan@vanzandtnews.com The monthly Edgewood City Hall meeting was held on Dec. 9 with the meeting commencing with an invocation, expressing gratitude and seeking guidance in the council’s decisions. Following the prayer, attendees recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
