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Body New Van Zandt County Texas A&M AgriLife Agricultural Extension Agent was the guest speaker Jan. 8 during the weekly Canton Lions Club Luncheon at Van Zandt Country Club.

Body davidb@vanzandtnews. com Another step toward the preparation for a potential bond election to be presented to the voters as early as May 2025 to construct a new Van Zandt County Jail and/or renovate the VZC Courthouse was taken Jan.

Body In an inspiring narrative of resilience and passion, Natalie Roberts, the owner of Expressions Med Spa, shared the motivating story behind her successful venture in the world of aesthetic medicine. Expressions Med Spa is located at 237 South Trade Days Blvd.

Body Canton ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Nichols covered a wide range of topics during his monthly superintendent’s report to the Canton School Board.

Body The women of St Justin’s Episcopal Church had their annual Christmas party Tuesday Dec. 17 in the Fellowship Hall at St.

Body In December 2024, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, VFW 12219, Canton, honored the winners of the Voice of Democracy Essay scholarship competition. The competition began in 1947 for high school students.

Body Van Zandt County Tax Assessor-Collector Misty Stanberry was one of eight elected Van Zandt County public officials that took the oath of office during a Jan. 1 ceremony inside the VZC District Courtroom at the VZC Courthouse.

Body Those interested in running for Mayor, city council, or school board in Canton may do so beginning Wednesday, Jan. 15.

Body The Mesquite Police Department confirmed that four individuals from Terrell were killed, including two Wills Point High School students, and three other people were injured following an accident on Interstate 20 near Mesquite early New Year’s Day morning.

Body While new Van Zandt County Fire Marshal Kevin Palmer will not officially begin his duties until Jan. 22, he is already on the job.