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Nate Sheets is running for Agriculture Commissioner because Texans deserve honest leadership that puts farmers, ranchers, and families first, not political insiders or self-promotion. Nate is a husband, father of four, U.S. Navy veteran, and a man of faith. He spent 12 years in full-time Christian ministry, helping launch ‘I Am Second,’ a global movement that has reached hundreds of millions with stories of faith, redemption, and purpose. Long before politics, Nate’s life was rooted in service, service to God, to country, and to others.

“I’m Jennifer Taylor, and I am honored to be a Republican candidate for Van Zandt County Justice of the Peace in Precinct 3,” said Taylor. “I am running because our community deserves a JP who is accessible, accountable, fully engaged in the courthouse, and actively involved in the community we serve. Precinct 3 needs leadership that shows up and responds when called upon.

Van Zandt Newspapers LLC welcomes all candidates who have signed up to run for a Van Zandt County or a statewide office in the upcoming March 3, 2026, Primary Election to submit a FREE announcement and a photo for publication.

The Canton School Board held its first meeting of the new year Jan. 12 showcasing the achievements of students and addressing key district updates.

susan@vanzandtnews.com On Saturday, January 17, the Canton Civic Center came alive with excitement as candidates from various Van Zandt County, state and federal offices gathered for a politically charged debate forum, attracting a sizable audience eager to participate in the Texas Republican Party’s process.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first in a series of articles on the races that were featured Jan. 17 during the Republican Candidate Debate Forum at the Canton Civic Center sponsored by the Republican Party of Van Zandt County.