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Van Zandt County/Sarah Norman Library Director Tonja Garten announced recently that the library has been chosen as one of the participants this summer in the Texas A&M University Chemistry Road Show. The program is presented by James D.

In the heart of Texas, where the spirit thrives, a new chapter in rodeo history is unfolding. Corlee Massey, a 14-year-old breakaway roper, is set to compete in The American Rodeo, one of the richest single-day rodeos in the world.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com For the second time in less than a year, City of Van Emergency Management Coordinator Jeff Hudgens will also serve as Interim Van City Manager. The Van City Council, during a special called meeting March 20, appointed Hudgens to serve again.

Van Zandt County Pct. 4 Commissioner Brandon Barton and Retiring VZC Court Reporter Becky Wheeler received special recognition March 26 during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court.

Following the regular meeting of the Van Zandt County Commissioners’ Court March 26, VZC Judge Andy Reese issued the following press release to the News regarding the Battery Energy Storage Facility (BESS) under construction south of Canton.

Most regular readers of my corner of this awesome publication have probably surmised that ‘Ole’ Luke’ has a passion for not only hunting hogs but also transforming the wild pork into some tasty dishes.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from March 18-25. Algie Eldridge Lam III, 28, Wills Point, Assault peace officer/judge, injury child/elderly/disable w/int bodily injury, resist arrest search or transport, driving while intoxicated 2nd.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com A public workshop meeting to discuss renovations and potential relocation of the Van Zandt Courthouse drew around 75 Van Zandt County residents. The meeting was held in the VZC District Courtroom March 13 and was led by VZC Judge Andy Reese.

East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) Executive Director The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) Regional Statesmanship Award recognizes a local, state, or federal official that has demonstrated valuable dedicated service to regional cooperation.

Candidates in the May 3 Van Zandt County city and school elections are reminded to turn in their Candidate Questionnaires and photos to the office of in Canton by 3 p.m. Friday, April 4.