The Wills Point Police Department announced that Sergeant Charlie Hughes and K9 offer Hania began patrolling the city May 6 after completing training earlier this year. Hania replaces former WPISD K9 officer Kolt, who officially retired in January due to health-related issues. City councilmembers unanimously approved the acquisition of Hania through grant funding, seized funds and money raised from the annual Back the Blue benefit at their February meeting. Courtesy photo
Following a 75-minute special called closed executive session May 9, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court unanimously announced the appointment of Joe Carter as VZC Interim Sheriff.
Wills Point Mayor Mark Turner hits a drive on the back nine as teammates Mike Johnson, Daniel Kountz and Billy Zink look on. Story and additional photos on 2A. Courtesy photo
I love catching catfish when they are biting on ‘tight line’ on bottom, when they are in the flooded grass and willows during the spawn, over holes baited with soured grain and when they are ‘on the rocks’ feasting on gar eggs. I love the tug of a catfish on a trotline! But my biggest thrill is watching a floater (cork) begin to jiggle on the surface and then disappear, pulled down by a chunky channel catfish that has moved into the shallows to put on the feed bag!
The Wills Point High School Athletic Department will stay busy throughout the summer months, hosting camps specializing in numerous sports including baseball, basketball, tennis, softball, volleyball and football.
The Wills Point Tiger Band hosted its annual annual Cupcakes and Coffee Concert at the high school April 29. Performers at the band’s signature summer event included the WPHS Concert Band, Jazz Band and Symphonic Band. Photos courtesy of WPHS Yearbook staff
With all District 14-4A basketball teams officially eliminated from playoff contention, coaches released their list of Superlative and All-District honorees.
Texas A&M AgriLife Van Zandt County Extension Agent Melisa Rhodes has released information regarding safe procedures for home canning.
Wills Point ISD officials found themselves on familiar ground during the 2022 election cycle, bringing a bond measure before voters for the third time in six years.
I love catching catfish when they are biting on ‘tight line’ on bottom, when they are in the flooded grass and willows during the spawn, over holes baited with soured grain and when they are ‘on the rocks’ feasting on gar eggs. I love the tug of a catfish on a trotline! But my biggest thrill is watching a floater (cork) begin to jiggle on the surface and then disappear, pulled down by a chunky channel catfish that has moved into the shallows to put on the feed bag!
The Wills Point High School Athletic Department will stay busy throughout the summer months, hosting camps specializing in numerous sports including baseball, basketball, tennis, softball, volleyball and football.
Texas voters overwhelmingly approved two proposed amendments on Saturday that will provide property tax relief to homeowners.
Do you remember the United States Football League (USFL)? The USFL was founded in 1982. The USFL played three spring football seasons from 1983 to 1985. The 1983 season featured 12 teams, mostly in major markets. The league expanded to 18 teams in 1984 but reduced to 14 teams in 1985.
Household chores are an important, but often overlooked, part of our daily lives. For our reptilian friends, though, having a safe and tidy environment is one of the best prevention methods against parasitic infections, according to Dr. Ashley Navarrette, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences.
Dear Editor,
Gary Lynn McClain, 73, of Canton, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2022.
Randall (Randy) Wade Johnson passed away April 16, 2022, at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth. He was born on October 2, 1971, in Dallas, to parents, Afton “Buddy” Benton Johnson and Rita Cassandra Brown.
Janet Leigh Hahn (Forgey) passed away on April 16, 2022, at her home in Wills Point, after a long battle with cancer. She was raised in Independence, Missouri, where she was born on April 28, 1951, to Paul and Virginia Dickinson Forgey. She graduated from Van Horn High school in 1969. She had a long and successful career as a legal secretary, most recently as an office manager for Constangy, Smith, Brooks, and Prophete.
Funeral services for Jimmy Lamar Newman, 84, of Edgewood, were held Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Hiett’s LyBrand Funeral Home in Wills Point. Burial was held at Oak Hill Cemetery.
