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Body Van Zandt County construction projects updates: FM 17, FM 47, and FM 859 Bridge Replacement Limits: Bridge at FM 17, FM 47, and FM 859 over I-20 Contractor: Indus Bridge and Road Cost: $14.5 Million Anticipated Completion Date: Major items of work are completed.

Body The Carter BloodCare Bus will be in Canton for a community blood drive Monday, March 2 from 12:306 p.m. at the Walmart Supercenter located at 603 East Highway 243 in Canton.

Body Thursday – Sunday, Feb. 26 through March 1: First Monday Trade Days Kick off spring shopping at the world’s largest outdoor flea market — happening February 26–March 1! Thursday, Feb.

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com The Canton City Council convened on Feb. 18 for a regular session attended by residents, council members, and city officials.

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com The Canton School Board hosted an engaging school board meeting on Feb. 16 highlighting student achievements, recognizing outstanding educators, and discussing important district developments.

Body Early Voting for the March 3 Republican and Democratic Primary Elections in Van Zandt County ends Friday, Feb. 27 at two locations: The VZC/Sarah Norman Library located at 317 First Monday Lane (FM 859) in Canton, and The Movie House located at 255 Main Street downtown in Van.

Body The Canton ISD School Board election, originally scheduled for May 2, will be officially cancelled as only the incumbents signed up to run for the two available trustee positions. Incumbents Josh Wilkerson (Place 6) and Dr.

Body Seniors Brayden McClintock, Deal Kuhl, and Joel Delgado will be representing Canton High School in the Texas All-State Band. McClintock is a first year All-State Band member.

Body The Republican Women of Van Zandt County (RWVZC) held their first Candidate Forum at the VZC Farm Bureau Event Center in Canton on Monday, Feb. 9.

Body Neches River Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Publicity Chair “The Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, making this a year for celebration,” said Sherrie Archer, Regent of the Neches River Chapter,...