News
“I started my military career in August 1946. By Buddy Leo Nelson and I went in together. We were hunting Geese, illegally on the Levy, and instead of getting…
You don’t need an old outdoor writer (me) to remind you of the current heat wave we are all enduring. But cooler weather is just around the corner and falling…
TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONAmidst mounting public outcry, the federal government last week halted construction of border barriers through state park property in…
A retired former Kaufman County Judge was chosen to oversee the appeal of Kar- melo Anthony for his recent murder conviction.Visiting Judge Sid Harle recused…
Sports
The winner of Football Contest No. 1 in the Van Zandt News will be announced in the Sunday, Sept. 6 issue.In this issue of the News on the sports pages, you…
The Grand Saline Indians are one win away from a trip to the Class 3A State Softball Championship Game with an overall record of 32-10. To get to the state…
Jett Taylor of Grand Saline placed in two different events during the recent Class 3A State Track Meet in Austin.Taylor, who played quarterback in Grand Saline…
The Brantley Team at Re/Max Landmark in Canton has announced that the Fourth Annual Miracle Madness Basketball Tournament is scheduled for 8 a.m. Saturday,…
Columns
Championship teams are not built because everyone thinks alike. They are built because people with different experiences, personalities, skills and…
It’s hard to believe, but summer break has come to an end, and many East Texas schools are already back in session. As students return to classrooms, they’re…
Gail Bowen, who operates Goshen Farms and Patriot Paradise in Ben Wheeler, both 501(c)(3) nonprofits, has purchased the “New Beginnings” building and property…
News publishers across the country are struggling with a uniquely modern problem their webpages are being overrun with bots. Content that is written for human…
Lifestyle
Growing older is often equated with slowing down. Aging may be characterized as a period of decline marked by an inability to do the things you once did, but…
davidb@vanzandtnews.com Teachers of the Year and Students of the Year for the 202526 school year at Grand Saline ISD were recognized during the Quarterly Grand…
The prevalence of obesity among adults 60 and older is significant. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 39 percent of adults 60 and…
Aging and change go hand in hand. Physical changes associated with aging, such as graying hair or reduced muscle mass, may garner the most attention. But…
Obituaries
1938 - 2026A funeral service for Spencer Daniel, 88, of Canton, will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, August 3, 2026, at Eubank Funeral Home in Canton with Pastor…
August 13, 1941 - July 8, 2026Albert “Al” Newton Wheeler, a devoted follower of Christ, passed away on 8 July 2026, in Dallas, Texas. He was 84 years old.Al…
March 25, 1950 – July 24, 2026A funeral service is being held for Patricia (Odom) McFarland, of Canton, on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 10 AM, at Autry Funeral…
December 5, 1946 – July 10, 2026Services for Kathy Jolene Sanford Thrasher, 79, of Mabank, were held at 12:30 pm Friday, July 10, 2026, at Eubank Funeral Home…