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Van Zandt County Criminal District Attorney Tonda Curry, with a number of VZC law enforcement officials standing with her, announced the formation of a task force April 5 to fight the battle in VZC against fentanyl, recognized as a powerful opioid drug used in the treatment of severe pain.

Early Thursday morning (April 6) represented a roller coaster of emotions for those in and around Canton ISD, as a violence threat that forced campuses into “soft lockdown” was later revealed to be a social media hoax.

DAVID BARBER davidb@vanzandtnews.com Van Zandt County Pct. 3 employee Toby Dykes, who recently rendered aid to a senior citizen, was recognized for his efforts March 29 by the VZC Commissioners Court at the beginning of their regular meeting.

With the economic dominance of First Monday Trade Days, Canton has played a prime host to a number of unique businesses over the years. While some flourish and some inevitably fizzle out, it cannot be refuted that the nucleus of Canton relies on its small business owners.

Local book lovers will have an opportunity to add to their personal collections early next month with the Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library announcing that their latest book fair and silent auction event will take place May 2-5 at 317 First Monday Lane in Canton.

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A ribbon cutting and blessing marked the official opening of a new CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System emergency care center and expanded clinic in Athens March 30. Located at 1509 S.

The Whitton Community Center, located at 10073 FM 1651 in Canton, will host a fundraiser spaghetti dinner beginning at 5:30 p.m. April 15.

A packed house was in attendance to hear discussion regarding election equipment options and the continued use of paper ballots during the regular meeting of the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court March 15.

The next meeting for Republican Women of Van Zandt is scheduled for Monday, April 10 at the Van Zandt County Library located at 317 First Monday Lane in Canton. Refreshments will be served at 5:30 p.m., with the meeting to being promptly at 6 p.m.