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The University of Texas at Tyler recognized degree candidates Aug. 17 during Summer 2024 Commencement at the R.

Van Zandt County Republican Club President Our August Van Zandt County Republican Club Meeting will make you aware of the importance of voting for down ballot candidates. Down ballot candidates are those who are not at the top of the ticket but have, when elected, a great influence on our lives.

After 24 years of unwavering commitment to the ABC Room, Sharon Stehsel is stepping down leaving behind a legacy that has profoundly impacted the lives of countless at-risk children in Van Zandt County.

The ‘American Pickers’ are excited to return to Texas! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel’s hit television series throughout Texas in October 2024. ‘American Pickers’ is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique ‘picking’ on The History Channel.

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In April of this year, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court authorized the application for a Courthouse Restoration grant from the Texas Historical Commission. The requested amount for the grant was $9,567,427, the maximum amount allowed for VZC.

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susan@vanzandtnews.com Canton ISD started a new school year on Wednesday Aug. 14, continuing a fiveday instructional week, even though several area schools around them, including Wills Point ISD, have switched in recent years to a four-day week.

The current vacancy in Van Zandt County Pct. 2 on the VZC Commissioners Court moved one step closer to being filled Aug. 8 when the VZC Republican Party Executive Committee announced that Cliff Williams will have his name submitted to be placed on the Nov. 5 General Election ballot for VZC Pct. 2 Commissioner.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com Two Chinese nationals arrested for money laundering following a traffic stop Aug. 1 on Interstate 20 near Wills Point remain in the Van Zandt County Jail as of Aug. 12, according to VZC Criminal District Attorney Tonda Curry.