Public records show 20 new sales tax permits for Van Alstyne businesses in the week of Aug. 31. Here is the full list.
Dana Whitlock / August 31, 2026
5-day forecast / Van Alstyne, TX
WednesdaySunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms95° / 74° 10%
ThursdayChance Showers And Thunderstorms92° / 75° 35%
FridaySlight Chance Rain Showers95° / 75° 10%
SaturdaySunny97° / 76° 6%
SundaySunny97° / 76° 3%
Lead StoryTexas
Texas Governor Calls for Audit, Pauses Data Center Approvals Statewide
Texas has halted new data center approvals as state agencies review their impact on the power grid.
Jubal PenningtonSeptember 1, 20261 min read
Van Alstyne
Community Rummage Sale Set for September 5 in Nearby Sherman
A church rummage sale will take place on September 5 in Sherman.
Jubal Pennington · August 31, 2026
Van Alstyne
Rivalry Renewed: Sherman and Denison Clash in Battle of the Ax
The Battle of the Ax football game features Sherman Bearcats and Denison Yellow Jackets.
Jubal Pennington · August 31, 2026
My Community - News
Crews will close the U.S. highway exit 51 in Van Alstyne for overnight work starting Monday night until September 4.
Jubal Pennington / August 31, 2026
The Van Alstyne Panthers opened their season with a decisive 55-7 victory over Carter, setting up a road game in Aubrey next week.
Jubal Pennington / August 30, 2026
Walker County officials have put forward a proposal to increase property taxes by 1.19 cents per $100 of valuation to support salary increases for county employees.
Jubal Pennington / August 29, 2026
News From Neighboring Cities
Weather
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Van Alstyne, TX
Wed95°/74°
Thu92°/75°
Fri95°/75°
Sat97°/76°
Sun97°/76°
Van Alstyne residents face dangerous heat today with a high near 97F and feels-like temperatures reaching 102F. Humidity remains low, but the heat index poses significant health risks.
Marlene Ortiz / September 1, 2026
Tropical Storm Edouard is tracking well to the south, leaving Van Alstyne with hot, mostly dry conditions. Expect highs near 99 degrees today with only a slight chance of brief showers.
Marlene Ortiz / September 1, 2026
Van Alstyne residents face dangerous heat today with a high near 98F and feels-like temperatures reaching 100F. No severe weather alerts are active, but hydration is critical.
Marlene Ortiz / August 31, 2026
Texas
View allTexas has halted new data center approvals as state agencies review their impact on the power grid.
Jubal Pennington / September 1, 2026
A federal judge has upheld Texas' ban on most hemp-derived THC products amid ongoing litigation.
Jubal Pennington / August 11, 2026
SpaceX is set to develop a $16.8 billion semiconductor facility in Grimes County.
Jubal Pennington / August 10, 2026
Ken Paxton and James Talarico have unveiled their plans to address affordability issues.
Hollis Trapp / August 9, 2026
Governor Abbott's recent pause on data center approvals has drawn criticism from Trump.
Jubal Pennington / August 8, 2026
Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a pause on new data center projects connecting to the Texas grid.
Jubal Pennington / August 5, 2026
Sport
- DeGrom's Dominance Powers Rangers Past Athletics 8-1
National / September 1, 2026
- Baylor University Announces Initial Depth Chart for Upcoming Auburn Game
September 1, 2026
- Houston Texans Add 11 Players to Practice Squad Ahead of Season Start
September 1, 2026
- Dallas Cowboys Make Roster Move, Waive Quarterback Joe Milton
September 1, 2026
- R.C. Slocum Statue to Highlight Kyle Field Upgrades for 2026 Season
August 31, 2026
- Dallas Cowboys Trade Nate Thomas to Texans for Future Draft Pick
August 31, 2026