1,000 Books Before Kindergarten promotes literacy
By Kelli Bryant LibrarianThis fall we are proud to announce we are starting the 1,000 Book Before Kindergarten program. The goal of this program is to promote reading to newborns, infants and toddlers...
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By Ed Sterling, TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONEnergy agency chief rails against federal planTexas Railroad Commission Chair David Porter on Aug. 19 spoke against America’s Clean Power Plan, a regulatory...
View ArticleBe a part of the solution to crime in Van Zandt County
Crime is a big problem in any community and with a shortage of local and county law enforcement, there is room for you to pitch in and make a difference.The Van Zandt County Precinct Watch Program is a...
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The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Deptartment reported the following arrests for Aug. 25 – Sept. 1, 2015.Melton Lee Allgood, 31, Wills Point, was arrested on site for assault, family violence impeding...
View ArticleLt. Governor Dan Patrick Statement on Violence Against Law Enforcement Officers
As more details of the tragic death of Harris County Sheriff Deputy Darren Goforth unfold, a morbid reality is unveiled about America's negative attitude toward our law enforcement officers. It must...
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Forage producers need to watch for Fall armyworms
By Tommy Phillips Guest ContributorIf you are in the forage business whether it is the hay business or forage to feed beef or dairy cattle, horses, sheep or goats, then you need to be on the watch for...
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Pet Talk: Geese as Pets
If you’re looking into a new pet but don’t want to settle for the usual cat or dog, geese might be a good pet for you. In order to own pet geese, you must have adequate space and check with city...
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By Ed Sterling TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Aug. 27 entered a plea of not guilty on felony charges of securities fraud at his arraignment in Fort Worth.Tarrant County...
View ArticleFarewell to Sibyl
Sibyl Creasey, Friend of the Library, Genealogical Library standard bearer, member of the Van Zandt County Library Advisory Board, author of books, reporter and friend is moving away to be closer to...
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Get tech savvy at the library
By Kelli Bryant GS Librarian We are excited to be starting our second year offering eBooks, downloadable audio books, and now streaming video. The Overdrive Digital Library allows you to check out...
View ArticleBe a Friend to the library
Friends of the Van Zandt County Library will begin the 2015-‘16 year at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 14 in the Buchanan Room of the Library. Please make it a point to be on hand for a “Look Back-Look...
View ArticleNo fines at GS Library
By Kelli Bryant LibrarianGrand Saline Public Library is starting out September – which is National Library Card Sign-Up Month – by announcing that we will no longer be charging daily overdue fines for...
View ArticleRich or poor, smart or dumb. It don’t matter
By Carol Whatley, Guest Columnist Did you read the book "Marley and Me?” Or see the movie? At the end, the narrator says, "It doesn't matter to a dog if you're rich or poor, smart or dumb..." And...
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By Ed Sterling TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONGov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas flags across the state be lowered to half-staff in honor of slain Harris County Deputy Sheriff Darren Goforth on Sept. 4.Abbott also...
View ArticleHey Grandpa! ABOUT BULLYING
Hi there! I’m GRANDPA. Hopefully you read my introductory article a couple of weeks back. If you didn’t, I should just tell you that I am here for you. I am here to take your questions or problems...
View ArticleHave fun with the library
The Van Zandt County Library will be represented at the third annual Health and Safety Expo/Back to School Bash from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 19, at Canton First United Methodist Church. The...
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By Ed Sterling TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONNeighbors agree to work on trade, energy projectsGov. Greg Abbott traveled to Mexico last week to meet with President Enrique Peña Nieto and other officials in...
View ArticleWe could use a few more Friends
By Kelli Bryant LibrarianAre you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you have a little free time that you would like to share? The Friends of the Library is always looking for new...
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By Ed Sterling TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONAmerican Community Survey updates poverty statisticsTexas’ poverty rate improved to 17.2 percent in 2014, according to U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community...
View ArticleAsk not what your library can do for you …
By Kelli Bryant LibrarianWhat can you do for your library? The next time you get ready to order flowers or a plant for a funeral or memorial service we would love if you would consider making a...
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