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AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott on March 13 declared a state of disaster in all Texas counties and listed actions agencies are taking to contain and minimize the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, a contagious flu-like respiratory disease.
Read moreVan Zandt County Court at Law Judge Joshua Wintters issued the following press release regarding in-person hearings being cancelled through April 1.
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Just before daybreak March 13, as rain started moving into the area at around 6:30 a.m., firefighters from South Van Zandt, Canton, and Ben Wheeler fire departments were called out to a major structure fire on Van Zandt County Road 4111 off Highway 64. Upon arrival, first responders found the home’s garage fully involved. Two women who lived in the home were able to get out but not before suffering smoke inhalation and possible other injuries. Both women were taken by ambulance to the hospital in unknown condition. The home sustained heavy fire, smoke, and water damage. The fire was contained between the garage and the kitchen area and the homeowner’s vehicle was a total loss.
Read moreGovernor Greg Abbott waived state laws that prohibit trucks from the alcohol industry from delivering supplies to grocery stores. This will provide grocers with another private-sector option to keep their shelves stocked.
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On Thursday, March 12, Canton Main Street recognized local volunteer Ann Moore for 10 years of service to the Main Street Board of Directors.
Read moreGoBus began a public meeting circuit in March to discuss services available and pending service enhancements to increase customer satisfaction.
Read moreThe annual Free State Master Gardeners Geranium Sale has begun. Members are selling red, fuchsia, and salmon colored geraniums that will be delivered to buyers on or about March 25. Proceeds from the sale will be used to fund various projects and horticultural programs the Master Gardeners provide to citizens of Van Zandt County.
Read moreThe Whitton annual playday will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 11, at the at Whitton Community Center, 10073 FM 1651, Canton. There will be games and events, food and drinks, trophies and prizes and an Easter egg hunt. All proceeds raised will be donated to the Whitton Community Center and the Whitton Community.
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