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Stewart joins EXIT Realty Pro in Canton

1 week ago By Staff Reports

EXIT Realty Pro in Canton recently announced the addition of Kristina Stewart to its team of real estate professionals. 'We’re excited to welcome Kristina to EXIT Realty,' said Mike Murdock, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Pro.

New youth scavenger hunt project introduced

1 week ago By David Barber

Representatives from the Van Zandt County Historical Commission were the guest speakers during the Canton Lions Club Luncheon May 20 at the Van Zandt Country Club. Debra Johnson and Suzanne Bass discussed a new youth scavenger hunt program known as ‘History Detectives of Van Zandt County’ that began recently and is sponsored by the organization.

KID FISH DAY

2 weeks ago By News Staff

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Canton Police Department Lt. Steve Hall shared that the May 16 Kid Fish Day event was one of the most successful he had seen. The annual event, which has taken place for around 30 years, was held at the Two-Acre Lake located on Arnold Paul Road behind Walmart. Hall told the Canton City Council during its regular meeting May 20 that the biggest ‘complaint’ that he received was that it was too crowded. Additional photos on 8A. Photo courtesy of the City of Canton

Summer Reading Schedule released for 2026

2 weeks ago By Staff Reports

It will be another busy summer coming up at the Van Zandt County/Sarah Norman Library in Canton June 3 through July 17 as the 2026 Summer Schedule was recently released. The theme of this year’s Summer Reading Schedule will be ‘Unearth a Story.’ There will be a Summer Reading Kickoff Party scheduled from noon to 4 p.m.

Drainage issues at VZC Veterans Memorial discussed

2 weeks ago By David Barber

At the conclusion of their regular meeting May 20, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court held a workshop session to discuss two items. The first workshop item concerned drainage issues at the VZC Veterans Memorial facility in Canton.

During a workshop session as part of their regular meeting May 20, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court discussed drainage issues at the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial property in Canton. Courtesy photo

Outgoing members, swearing-in ceremony highlight meeting

2 weeks ago By David Barber

It was a busy night for the Canton City Council during its regular monthly meeting May 19 as they recognized their outgoing members, high school senior scholarship winners, and swore in their new and continuing council members.

Two new members and two continuing members of the Canton City Council were administered the oath of office May 19 during the council’s regular monthly meeting by Canton City Secretary Bristal Lewis. Sworn into office were standing, left to right, Ed Morzak, Vicki Goodson, Chase Melton, and Robin Hoelting. Photos by David Barber

Kid Fish Day

2 weeks ago By News Staff

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Kid Fish Day was held at the Two-Acre Lake located on Arnold Paul Road behind Walmart.

New youth scavenger hunt project introduced

2 weeks ago By David Barber

Representatives from the Van Zandt County Historical Commission were the guest speakers during the Canton Lions Club Luncheon May 20 at the Van Zandt Country Club. Debra Johnson and Suzanne Bass discussed a new youth scavenger hunt program known as ‘History Detectives of Van Zandt County’ that began recently and is sponsored by the organization.

Following their presentation during the weekly Canton Lions Club Luncheon May 20 at the Van Zandt Country Club, members of the Van Zandt County Historical Commission were presented with a ‘Certificate of Appreciation by Canton Lions Club President Sandy Sims, third from right. Representing the VZC Historical Commission were left to right, Heather Haymes, Benja Mize, Suzanne Bass, Ann Nelson, and Debra Johnson. Photo by David Barber

Resolution tabled by VZC Commissioners Court

2 weeks ago By David Barber

A resolution approving the formation of and participation in a Sub-Regional Planning Commission with Smith County pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 391, was tabled by the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court May 20 during its regular meeting.

Grand Saline resident Steve Horowhitz discussed an agenda item during the regular meeting of the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court May 20. The agenda item involved authorizing the redacted commissioners’ court agenda binder to be published online two days prior to the commissioners’ court meeting. Later in the meeting, the commissioners’ court approved the agenda item. Photos by David Barber

Election Day voting held in VZC Republican Party Runoff Elections

2 weeks ago By Staff Reports

Election Day voting in the Van Zandt County Republican Party Runoff Elections was held May 26. Results were unavailable at press time.

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