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After more than 3,200 traffic crashes in school zones or involving school buses last year, Texans are reminded to drive safe and smart Why this matters Traffic crashes in Texas school zones increased 12% from 2024 to 2025.

The Texas State Comptroller's Office delivered its latest monthly sales tax revenue report to local cities recently, reporting mixed results when comparing against collection totals from the same month the previous year.

Snacking is a genuine phenomenon. In fact, it seems nearly every adult reaches for one or more snacks at one point in a typical day.

A man who led authorities on a motorcycle pursuit and manhunt through multiple counties is dead according to Henderson County Sher- iff’s Office (HCSO).

The budgeting process for the upcoming fiscal year reached another gear for Van Zandt County last week with County Judge Andy Reese offering up a preliminary look at his vision during the July 29 session of the commissioners court.

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The Van Zandt County Commissioners Court opened its most recent session with a dose of good news in the form of its annual audit report for the Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2025.

Your outdoor scribe has been taking a cue from the fish and critters the past week. I am up well before daylight and enjoying the cooler hours of the morning and then seeking AC during the heat of the day whenever possible.

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Nestled in the heart of Canton, Cottages at Burnett Trail is introducing a fresh approach to active adult living for those 55 and up.