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The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) and the Van Zandt County/Sarah Norman Library, located at 317 First Monday Lane in Canton, will be sponsoring a driver safety class from noon to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug.

Summer is winding down, and as the new school year approaches, now is the perfect time to make online safety a priority. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is here to help parents and educators create a secure and positive digital experience for children.

This morning, I pulled into the office while it was still dark, about 4:30 a.m. The campus was quiet, as it usually is at that hour.

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davidb@vanzandtnews.com The Consent Agenda received unanimous approval from the Van Zandt County Commissioners’ Court during its regular meeting July 30.

Debra Johnson, representing the Van Zandt County Historical Commission, was the guest speaker July 30 during the weekly Canton Lions Club Luncheon at Van Zandt Country Club. Johnson was introduced by those in attendance by Canton Lions Club and VZC Historical Commission Member Heather Haimes.

According to Van Zandt County Criminal District Attorney Tonda Curry, the Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) against the developers of a lithium battery storage facility being built south of Canton has been extended through Friday, Aug. 29 by VZC District Judge Chris Martin of the 294th Judicial...

The Canton community came together for a night of music and celebration at the annual Summer Street Dance, a free event presented by the Canton Main Street Program. The popular street dance took place on Saturday, Aug. 2, on Buffalo Street in downtown Canton.

During their regular meeting July 30, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a proposed three percent salary increase for all VZC elected officials and employees.