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St. Justin’s Episcopal Church introduced their new priest, Father Marc Dobson, on Sunday, Nov.
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Dr. Billy Glen Foster
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1932-2022 Dr. Billy Glen Foster of Kyle, Texas, died peacefully on Thursday, Aug.
Jeanes, Neighbors featured in 211 Art Gallery
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A udrey Jeanes from Canton and Alison Neighbors from Kemp are featured in a new show at the 211 Art Gallery in Athens. The show is called Colorful Moments and is open until Jan.
Early Voting totals released by VZC Clerk’s office Nov. 7
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Early Voting for the Nov. 8 General Election ended Friday, Nov.
STATE COMPETITORS
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Canton cross country members who qualified for the State Meet were sent off in style on Thursday, Nov. 4, with Canton High School students and faculty lining up outside the school to see them off. Parents also attended in support, holding signs and pictures along the highway.
Dates announced for local Operation Christmas Child effort
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Since 1993, over 190 million boys and girls in over 170 countries and territories have experienced God’s love through the power of simple shoebox gifts from Operation Christmas Child, a Samaritan’s Purse project.
VZC Veterans Memorial to host program
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The Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial & Visitors Center in Canton has announced that they will be hosting a VZC Veterans Day program beginning at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov.
ANNUAL QUILT SHOW
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The Texas Star Quilters Guild hosted their annual quilt show Oct. 14 and 15. Many beautiful quilts and vendors were present on Saturday, when the Quilts of Valor Foundation honored six veterans by wrapping them with a handmade quilt to honor their service.
EXIT Realty donates to Advocacy Center
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The Children’s Advocacy Center of Van Zandt County has held a special place amongst the EXIT Realty Pro family for many years. Stated by EXIT Realty Owner Debbie Murdock, “Their presence in the community has always been a valuable asset.”
Free BBQ dinner scheduled for Veterans and First Responders
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Canton Christian Academy has announced that they will be hosting a community service event at the Silver Spur Resort in Canton from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov.