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Body susan@vanzandtnews.com Van Zandt County residents gathered to listen to the opening statements of the candidates running for the position of VZC Tax Assessor Collector during a Feb. 19 candidate debate held at The Silver Spur Resort in Canton.

Body Early Voting will come to a close March 1 for the March 5 Primary Election. As of the end of the business day Feb.

Body During their regular monthly meeting Feb. 20, the Canton City Council conducted an appeal hearing, the first of its kind for the city, The appeal hearing allowed Bishop Joe Donaldson and the city to present their arguments before a decision was made.

Body Are you wanting to re-establish your pasture or just make sure your pasture is supporting your operation to the max? Stop by the Van Zandt Farm Bureau in Canton at 6:30 p.m.

Body The Spirit and Squirt Horse Rescue Spring Concert is scheduled for Saturday, March 9 at the Van Zandt County Fairgrounds located at 24792 State Highway 64 in Canton. The concert will feature ‘Jimmy Lewis & 8 Second Ride Band.

Body The Whitton Fire Department volunteers will host a hamburger supper fundraiser starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, March 9.

Body The City of Canton is seeking nominations for its ‘Citizen of the Year’ award for 2024. The winner of the award will be announced in April at the Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce Banquet.

Body Representatives from several law enforcement agencies, First Responders, school district, and city officials throughout Van Zandt County were among those gathered to hear and share information regarding VZC’s plans for the Monday, April 8 Total Solar Eclipse event.

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Body The Texas Area Basketball Association of Basketball Officials (TABO) recently named 13 boys and girls varsity basketball players as area recipients of scholarship awards.