A rekindling of our spirits
By Carol Whatley Columnist Lately I've been suffering from a lack of spirit. Call it emotionally bereft or a general "grrr" feeling. Anyway, I've been easily ticked off the last few weeks. Seems...
View ArticleThe pen is still mightier
By Britne Hammons News Editor A summons for jury duty awaited me in my mailbox once I finally came home around 9:45 p.m. after a 9-hour day working and 1.5 hours on the treadmill two weeks ago. At...
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Recalling Clara’s tea parties
by Hattie KempDoes your family have traditions that you follow? Passing on family traditions helps to bond the generations together, creating an intense closeness and a depth of understanding unlike...
View ArticleFearless predictions for Super Bowl Sunday
DAVID BARBER davidb@vanzandtnews.com One of my favorite days on the sports calendar will take place today (Feb. 4) as Super Bowl Sunday has arrived for the 52nd time.I am old enough to remember back...
View ArticleFinding something to love
Carol Whatley Columnist A cold, rainy morning, and another Valentine's Day is coming up. This is just the kind of weather I like, it makes me reminiscent. Thank you to boyfriends past who taught me...
View ArticleGrow closer to God during Lent
By Alan Van Hooser Pastor of Edgewood-Cheatham Memorial UMC Elder in the Texas Annual ConferenceAsh Wednesday is next week, Feb. 14, and with it the beginning of Lent. Many Christians don't consider...
View ArticleThe old days were pretty good
Jon LewisThe old days were pretty good I grew up in the old days. My dad was in the Navy so was rarely home on weekends. When I did something wrong, my mom spanked me with a belt. On my first day as...
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A change is coming
Luke Clayton Guest contributor The past few days of rain have put a damper on a lot of outdoor activities but the moisture has also set the stage for a bountiful spring green up which will be of great...
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Old Man Winters last visit
By Luke Clayton Columnist This recent blast of Arctic air proved more than this old hunter could resist. I hunt hogs throughout the year and live within a short “buggy ride” of what can be some very...
View ArticleBeing the Dad
By Kent Sipes (sipeskent@gmail.com)I miss my Dad pretty often. We lost him about 6 years ago, after a gall bladder operation produced complications that slowly took his life. He was a pastor for most...
View ArticlePlay the Game Right!
by Kent Sipes (sipeskent@gmail.com)It was one of our family holidays at Mama’s house, and my great-niece, Cora, had discovered one of our family’s ancient board games, Trouble. Now, for those of you...
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The heat is on
With a cool spring behind us it didn’t take long for the heat to show up. Fields dried, and hay is being cut. Oh, the summer is upon us. So, Cooper and I wanted to take a minute and talk to you about...
View ArticleWe’re Not Gonna Take It!
By Kent Sipes (sipeskent@gmail.com)As both my loyal readers may remember, I was accused of “trying to incite a riot” by someone who was displeased at my column about boycotting the NFL. And my...
View ArticleFive-year-olds now eligible for GS Library cards
Kelli Bryant, GS Librarian If you child has been eagerly waiting until they turn 7-years old so they can get a library card, we have good news for you. Children can now get a library card once they...
View ArticleStorytime to resume Sept. 7 at VZC Library
Tonja Garten, FOL ReporterLibrary FootnotesCome visit us at the Van Zandt County Library where it’s cool, cool, cool and take a break from the heat. The VZC Library is open from 9 a.m. to 5:15 p.m....
View ArticleForces to be reckoned with
Carol Whatley ColumnistIn my mind's eye I see a group of people - my Pantheon of Greats, I call them. These are people I admire, those who always come through, always deliver. Some are celebrities,...
View ArticleStorytime to return to GS Library next month
By Kelli Bryant GS Librarian As the school year starts and people start getting back into the academic routine, it’s time for the library to start catching up after the summer rush.Storytime starts...
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Is History Important or Not?
By Buster LeavellI am preparing to start a series of articles on the History of Van Zandt County. But before I launch that project I want to make my argument regarding the importance of history in our...
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No. 2 History of Van Zandt County What residents should know about the...
By Buster LeavellThis is the first in a lengthy weekly series of articles on the History of Van Zandt County.Have you ever gone somewhere and stood in the same place a famous person once stood, or...
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Give us this day our daily bread – the Mil
By Buster LeavellAs progress and development came to early Van Zandt County, it was highlighted by advancements in business and industry, not just farming and ranching. One of the most observable...
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