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Two elected officials recognized for years of service to VZC
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Two elected officials were recognized for their years of service to Van Zandt County Feb. 26 by VZC Judge Andy Reese during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court.
Proposed contract with architect tabled
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Authorization for Van Zandt County Judge Andy Reese to sign a contract with Komatsu Architecture of Fort Worth was tabled unanimously by the VZC Commissioners’ Court during its regular meeting Feb. 16.
Celebrating a century of life
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February 22 marked a monumental occasion as the beloved Van Zandt County resident, Shirley Fuller, celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends.
New Van ISD Hall of Fame class announced
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com During the regular monthly meeting of the Van School Board Feb. 24, Van ISD Superintendent Don Dunn announced the members of the 2025 Van ISD Faculty and Staff Hall of Fame class.
VZC residents voice opposition to battery energy storage facilities
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com An estimated 150 concerned citizens were in attendance to hear updates on current and proposed battery energy storage facilities in Van Zandt County during a meeting held Feb. 20 at The Silver Spur Resort in Canton.
Tailwind Airpark launches Community Aviation Scholarship
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Do you dream of soaring through the skies, maintaining cutting-edge aircraft, or guiding pilots safely to their destinations? The Tailwind Airpark Community Aviation Scholarship is here to help turn those aviation aspirations into reality.
‘Smart 911’ system now available
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Van Zandt County Fire Marshal Kevin Palmer is encouraging citizens in VZC to sign up for the new ‘Smart 911’ system.
New 391 Commission approved by commissioners’ court
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davidb@vanzandtnews.com A resolution for the commissioners’ court to help form a 391 Commission with a combination of counties or municipalities was approved during its regular meeting Feb. 12.