Terrorism in waiting: Modern day camouflage
In light of the recent Paris terrorist attack stemming from those posing as refugees, I strongly believe it is irresponsible to accept any Syrian refugees into Texas. Posing as refugees has become the...
View ArticleThanksgiving feast for pets different than people’s
Thanksgiving is when many people express gratitude for the blessings in life. For many of us, our pets are included in our thoughts of appreciation. Although you may consider Fido a part of the family,...
View ArticleWe all came from somewhere else
As terrorists took aim at France last week, the horror of watching planes fly into the World Trade Center Twin Towers was revisited.Sept. 11, 2001, was a frightening day. But it was also a day that...
View ArticleWhat if we could end the streak?
Melisa Rhodes Guest columnistIt has been 15 years since Texas could claim a day where there were no fatalities on our roads.That’s 5,478 consecutive days with at least one fatality.The fatalities add...
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Christmas time’s a coming to the library, too
Courtesy photo These two little readers found a cozy spot to share a book at the Grand Saline Library last week.By Kelli Bryant LibrarianThe Christmas decorations are almost all up at the library. We...
View ArticleGiving pets as holiday gifts takes some considertion
Carol Whatley Guest columnistMerry Christmas and happy gift-giving! This column is devoted to all who love to give and those who love to receive. That's just about all of us, I'd say. Here are a few...
View ArticleKeeping warm
Kerry Cartier Guest columnist Aside from first aid, the most important demand your body has is to keep your core body temperature at 98.6°F. Since winter is coming on, maybe it’s a good time to talk...
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Painting, pictures – it happened at the library!
Courtesy photo The Grand Saline Library hosted Santa (Tony Miller) and his mini-me (Remington Keener) during last weekend’s Salt City Christmas festivities. By Kelli Bryant Librarian We had a busy...
View ArticleCelebrate Christmas at VZC Library
Volunteers are a mainstay of non-profit services. At 10 a.m. Dec. 14, The Friends of the Van Zandt County Library will recognize the invaluable people who assist the staff in their duties. Brunch...
View ArticleState Capitol Highlights
By Ed Sterling TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONPaxton amends approach to resettlement of refugeesTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Dec. 4 withdrew his request for a temporary restraining order to put a hold...
View ArticlePrecautions to take when solicited for donations
It’s that time of year when everyone is in the spirit of giving and various causes are trying to capitalize on our generosity and garner budget-saving donations before the end of the year.Charities...
View ArticleQuestions remain in case of missing county funds
Brad Blakemore PublisherOn Thursday, Dec. 10 former Van Zandt County Tax Assessor-Collector, JJ Minyard was sentenced to 10 years in prison and ordered to pay restitution to Van Zandt County for...
View ArticleSaying goodbye to some good Friends
The Friends of the Library and the Library Board of Trustees works year around to make sure that the library has the support and resources it needs to do the most that we can for the community. From...
View ArticleTo be worried or not is no worry at all
Carol Whatley Guest columnistYears ago I developed a "worry" habit. Seemed everything about my life caused me concern and I couldn't get a handle on it. I had a young son, and of course if anything...
View ArticleYou can make your own emergency gear
Kerry Cartier Guest ColumnistI’ve never traveled to Outer Mongolia. One account I read of was a young man who backpacked through it. He expected no restaurants or hotels. So he packed a couple weeks of...
View ArticleSize doesn’t matter at library
By Kelli Bryant LibrarianSmall but mighty is an apt description for our library. As the year-end approaches we have started running some preliminary numbers for our annual statistics and we are very...
View ArticleStreet crews are utility players
Lonny Cluck Guest columnistI just wanted to take time out to talk to you about our Utility/Streets Crew. These guys are the ones who work on water breaks and sewer stops. They also have many other...
View ArticlePedestrian safety can be enhanced with smart phone
Melisa Rhodes Guest columnistIt goes without saying that many people received smart phones as Christmas presents this year. And of course it also goes without saying that smart phones are known for...
View ArticleStart your new year at the library
Elvis Allen, an eminent historian and Van Zandt native, will present the program at the regular meeting of The Friends of the Van Zandt County Library at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan.11. The topic is” The War...
View ArticleState Capitol HIGHLIGHTS
By Ed Sterling TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONTexas sues EPA over new ozone standardsThe State of Texas and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on Dec. 23 filed a lawsuit against the U.S....
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