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Proposed tax rate approved by commissioners

9 months ago By David Barber

davidb@vanzandtnews.com The proposed tax rate for Fiscal Year 2026 of $0.299600 was unanimously approved by the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court during its regular meeting Aug. 13.

Van Zandt County Pct. 2 resident Ronnie Jones spoke on a number of agenda topics Aug. 13 during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court. No action was taken by the commissioners’ court following Jones’ remarks. Photos by David Barber

Canton Masonic Lodge recognizes Fuller on 60-year membership

9 months ago By David Barber

Castillian Lodge #141 of Canton recognized one of its own Aug. 11 as Jim Fuller, 90, received his 60-year pin as a member of the club.

Jim Fuller, third from left in front row, was recognized for 60 years of service as a Mason. Fuller was recognized during a special ceremony by Castillian Lodge #141 Aug. 11 at the Masonic Lodge in Canton. Photo by David Barber

Back to School at Canton Elementary

9 months ago By News Staff

Canton ISD was among the schools in Van Zandt County that returned to classes last week. The school district opened their 2025-26 school year Aug. 13 on a cloudy, rainy day. All six Van Zandt County school districts have started the new school year.

Hope Center celebration set for Aug. 23 in Canton

9 months ago By Debbie Brinkley

Join us for an evening of inspiration and worship to celebrate all that God has done through Hope Center. The Fundraising Worship Celebration is scheduled from 7-8:30 p.m.

Numerous public comments shared during water board meeting

9 months ago By Susan Harris

In Pittsburg on Aug. 13, with over 300 citizens in attendance, the Northeast Texas Regional Water Planning Group (NETRWPG) met at the Region 8 Education Service Center to discuss pressing water management issues, notably the contentious proposal for a new reservoir on Grand Saline Creek.

Van Zandt County Pct. 1 Commissioner and Saline Creek resident Mitch Curtis shared his opposition to the proposed Saline Creek Reservoir project Aug. 13 during a meeting of the Northeast Texas Regional Water Planning Group in Pittsburg. The board voted unanimously to deny the City of Canton’s water application permit.

TxDOT project updates for the week of Aug. 11

10 months ago By News Staff

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in Van Zandt County during the week of Aug. 11.

Commissioner unanimously approve resolution

10 months ago By David Barber

Van Zandt County Pct. 2 Commissioner Cliff Williams expressed his support for a resolution opposing the Grand Saline Creek Reservoir Project during a special called meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court Aug. 5. The meeting was held in the VZC District Courtroom with over 150 citizens in attendance. Also shown was VZC Judge Andy Reese. Story on 7A.