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Packed gymnasium greeted MMHS Graduating Class of 2025

Body It was standing room only May 15 for the Martins Mill High School Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony as a number of residents turned out to support the graduates at the O’Neal Weaver Gymnasium, The hour-long ceremony began with the graduating class entering the gymnasium during...
The Martins Mill High School Graduating Class of 2025 prepared for the start of their graduation ceremony May 15 at the O’Neal Weaver Gymnasium. There were 45 students in the graduating class which was witnessed by a packed house inside the gymnasium. Photos by David Barber

Gov, Abbott announces $30,000.00 reward for fugitive

Body Governor Greg Abbott announced May 15 that the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office is offering a reward of up to $10,000.00 for information leading to the arrest of Trevor McEuen, who failed to appear for his court date while out on bond for capital murder.

Marion County man convicted of federal sex trafficking violations

Body With the help of a number of law enforcement agencies in the investigation including the Canton Police Department, a Jefferson man has been found guilty of federal sex trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr.

Reese to speak at Memorial Day Program May 26

Body Van Zandt County Judge Andy Reese will be the guest speaker during the Annual Memorial Day Program scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, May 26 at the VZC Veterans Memorial located at the intersection of State Highways 19 and 243 in Canton.
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Meeting date for next RCVZC meeting changed to May 27

Body Republican Club of Van Zandt County President Due to the regular meeting date of the fourth Monday of the month falling on Memorial Day, the date for the May meeting of the Republican Club of Van Zandt County has been changed to Tuesday, May 27.

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Body The Van Zandt County Sherriff’s Office released the following arrest report from May 13-21. Dillon Dale Garrison, 30, Wills Point, Driving while intoxicated 2nd, escape from custody.

Historical Marker Dedication Ceremony held in Van

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com A significant chapter in Van’s economic history was honored May 10 as community members gathered for the dedication of a historical marker commemorating the Railroad Spur Line to the Van Oil Field.
The Van Zandt County Historical Commission held a historical marker ceremony on May 10 commemorating the Railroad Spur Line to the Van Oil Field. The event was sponsored by the City of Van. It was the ninth historical marker ceremony in Van. Photo by Susan Harris

Van making Drought Contingency Plan changes

Body City of Van Public Works Director Kevin Johnson had good news to share with the Van City Council May 8 during its regular monthly meeting as he announced changes in the city’s Drought Contingency Plan.
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