Good News Friday: July 3rd

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Central Texas College has named Jill Van Zee as its new Chief of Human Resources.

She brings more than 20 years of experience in human resources leadership across higher education, health care, and banking.

Most recently, she worked at Baylor University in Human Resources Strategy and Operations.

She succeeds Holly Jordan, who is retiring after more than three decades at CTC.

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles has presented the “Driven to Serve” Performance Quality Recognition Award to the Mclennan County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office.

The award was given to Randy Riggs in recognition of exceeding required standards for customer service, successfully completing training modules, and meeting registration and titling performance goals set by the state.

Officials say the honor reflects exemplary achievement in meeting program requirements.

Killeen ISD’s family engagement efforts have earned national recognition.

Andrea Dykes accepted a national award in San Diego on behalf of the district.

The honor recognizes strong parent engagement systems. Killeen ISD was recognized for launching the parenting partners program across 46 campuses and expanding family engagement district wide.