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The latest local news from Van Alstyne.
A lightning strike tore through the roof of the Auldridge family's Anna home, igniting a fire that destroyed nearly everything inside. The family, well known across Texoma for their community service, was not home at the time.
The Sherman City Council has approved two park improvement projects totaling nearly $2 million, including the city's first futsal courts and a playground replacement at Old Settlers Park.
Regular unleaded averages $3.1310 in the Sherman-Denison area, down from last week and less than the state average.
Regular unleaded averages $3.1300 in the Sherman-Denison area, down from last week and less than the state average.
John and Karla Royer celebrated the grand opening of their new CARSTAR Hometown collision repair shop in Van Alstyne, Texas, with local officials and community members.
Alauna Luper, a 16-year-old boxer from Grayson County, became the first female boxer from the area to compete in the National Junior Olympics, facing the nation's top-ranked junior boxer in Wichita, Kansas.
The City of Sherman has launched a new beautification program that pairs Public Works crews with homeowners to clean up eyesores and manage bulk waste.
Graham defeated Van Alstyne to win the Division 2 championship at the 7-on-7 state tournament held in Van Alstyne.
Zillow counted 140 Van Alstyne homes for sale as of May 31, 2026, while Redfin reported 51 homes sold in May 2026 and a median sale price of $361,284.
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists will host an open board meeting in Schaumburg, Illinois, featuring a legislative update and safety discussion.
The library has been closed since November for interior improvements including new meeting rooms, study spaces, and refreshed furnishings from top to bottom.
Caliber Fleet Solutions will serve as a Platinum sponsor at the Samsara Beyond 2026 conference, offering live platform demos and specialist consultations to attendees.
A Van Alstyne home was struck by lightning during Friday morning storms on June 20, causing a fire and power outage. No injuries were reported. The fire department said three homes were struck, one significantly.
The Van Alstyne squad is set to compete in the upcoming state-level 7-on-7 football tournament.
John and Karla Royer celebrated the grand opening of their new family-run collision repair facility in Van Alstyne with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local leaders.
Schools in Van Alstyne and Howe are introducing additional athletic programs for students.
The Van Alstyne ISD Board of Trustees welcomed Sara Watson and Jared Ramsey as new members and elected Beau Williams as president during its Friday night meeting.
Van Alstyne's population has grown by nearly 93 percent since 2020, reaching 8,598 residents with a median household income exceeding $102,000.
The new collision repair facility in Van Alstyne, Texas, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local leaders and the Chamber of Commerce.
Zillow reported 140 Van Alstyne homes for sale as of May 31, while Redfin showed 51 May sales and a median sale price of $361,284.
A home in Van Alstyne was hit by lightning as part of a severe weather event.
