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A retired former Kaufman County Judge has been chosen to oversee the appeal of Karmelo Anthony as he attempts to overturn his recent murder conviction. Visiting Judge Sid Harle recused Collin County District Judge John Roach, who oversaw Anthony’s murder trial in June 2026.

For much of my adult life, I have enjoyed learning about shooting and hunting with different sporting arms. Back when I was a young man just starting a family, money was tight and I continued hunting deer and wild hogs with my trusty lever action 30-30.

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) announced grant recipients for Round 14 of the nationally recognized Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program (THCPP) at its July 31 quarterly meeting in San Angelo.

Republican Club of Van Zandt County August Meeting Club President Dr. Dwayne Collins announces the agenda for the August Meeting inviting not only club members but the public as well: After a month off from regular meetings, it is business as usual this month with our August meeting.

South Van Zandt Fire Department (SVZFD) responded to a grass fire that burned 30 acres on Tuesday, Aug. 18.

The Edom Historical Society is now accepting orders for memorial bricks as part of a fundraising effort to support the Edom Historical Museum. For a $100 donation, individuals may purchase an engraved brick honoring a family, loved one, or anyone they wish to remember.

Texas State Comptroller Don Huffines issued a press release August 12, announcing that his office would be sending local governments $1.4 billion in sales tax allocations for the month, an increase of 13.6 percent over what the comptroller's office released to local governments back in August 2025.

The Van Zandt County Commissioners Court switched gears from its recent focus on establishing a budget for the 2026-'27 fiscal year during its most recent regularly scheduled session August 12, discussing a series of items related to the November 2026 election.

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Students and families are getting ready for another school year around Van Zandt County. Canton, Edgewood, Fruitvale, Grand Saline, Martins Mill, Van and Wills Point all head back to the classroom this week as the 2026-27 school year gets underway.