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VZC Child Welfare Board provides update

Body The Van Zandt County Child Welfare Board works hard for around 100 foster children in VZC. They provide allowances, clothing, birthdays, peewee sports fees, college tuition, rehabilitative equipment for injuries, Christmas presents, and other expenses.
Blue Compass RV presented a donation check last month to the Van Zandt County Child Welfare Board that helped in providing toys for many children in need during the Christmas season. Blue Compass RV’s theme for December 2023 was ‘Give Back.’ Courtesy photo

Placement of plaque discussed during meeting

Body During their first regular meeting of 2024 held Jan. 3, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court approved tentative plans for placement of a bronze plaque featuring William Travis’ ‘Victory or Death’ letter to be displayed at the VZC Courthouse.
A bronze plaque featuring William Travis’ ‘Victory or Death’ letter, similar to the original plaque shown on display at The Alamo, will be presented and dedicated in Van Zandt County March 6. The VZC Commissioners Court will meet with the VZC Historical Commission to determine where the plaque will be placed. Courtesy photo

Efforts by Good Samaritans not forgotten in owl rescue

Body Although the overall story does not have a happy ending, the efforts of some Good Samaritans cannot be overlooked. Three days before Christmas last month, Carol Moser of Canton was coming out of the Denny’s location off the Interstate 20 Service Road in Canton.
Through the efforts of some Good Samaritans, this barred owl was rescued last month before Christmas along Interstate 20 in front of Denny’s in Canton after being hit by a vehicle. The owl suffered a broken wing and unfortunately, did not survive a few days later. Photo courtesy of Thomas Clower

Free political campaign announcements available

Body Van Zandt Newspapers L.L.C. will publish, at no cost, one article, not to exceed 350 words, and a photograph for each candidate that has filed for Van Zandt County office in advance of the March 5 Primary Election.

Missing Kaufman man found dead after search

Body A man reported missing after a car accident was found deceased after an extensive four-day search in Kaufman. The missing person, Logan Jacinto, 40, was found dead in a creek on private property near where the crash happened days before on U.S.
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