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Body Governor Greg Abbott named Kathleen Jackson as the interim Chair of the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC).

Body TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION Abundant rain in the Panhandle and much of Central Texas has eased drought conditions for much of those areas, according to Dr. Mark Wentzel, hydrologist with the Texas Water Development Board.

Body TxDOT is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in the district during the week of June 12, 2023. Work schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure, or other unforeseen issues.

Body Results for the month of May from the Canton Duplicate Bridge club were recently released and the results were as follows: May 2: First place, Norma Lunsford and Susan Ford; Second place, Jean Roach and Sandra O’Banion; and Third place, Gloria Rowland and Judy Adams.

Body During its 97th annual convention held April 27-29 in Nacogdoches, the North and East Texas Press Association (NETPA) recognized Van Zandt Newspapers L.L.C. with a number of awards.

Body Texas Governor Greg Abbott has called for a special election to be held Tuesday, Nov. 7 to select a new state representative in Texas House District 2 to replace Bryan Slaton.

Body DAVID BARBER davidb@vanzandtnews.com A budget amendment totaling $4,500 to be moved from contingency to the Van Zandt County Pct. 1 Constable fuel line item was approved in a 3-1 vote by the VZC Commissioners Court during its regular session May 24.

Body The City of Canton is delighted to announce the unveiling of a remarkable sculpture, meticulously crafted by local artist Jon Wiley Keen. This extraordinary artwork pays homage to the deep-rooted history and exceptional craftsmanship that shaped the foundations of Canton.

Body Governor Greg Abbott touted the many achievements from the 88th regular legislative session and highlighted his plan to complete unfinished business in subsequent special sessions during a fireside chat at the Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) in Austin June 2.

Body The highly anticipated 11thAnnual Summer JuneBug Festival in Ben Wheeler is set to kick off on Friday, June 16 at 5 p.m. The festival, hosted at The Forge Bar and Grill, located at 1610 Farm to Market Road 279, promises to be a vibrant celebration of art, music, and community.