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The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 12219 Commander Dan Curtis has announced plans for the Second Annual Military and First Responders Appreciation Day. The event will be held from 9 a.m.

Van Zandt County Pct. 4 Commissioner Brandon Barton and Retiring VZC Court Reporter Becky Wheeler received special recognition March 26 during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court.

Van Zandt County Friends of the Library President Ann Spruiell was the featured speaker March 26 during the weekly Canton Lions Club Luncheon at Ole’ West Bean and Burger. Spruiell was introduced to those in attendance by Canton Lions Club Member Sandra Giles.

It promises to be a busy week from March 29-April 5 during the 67th Annual Van Zandt County Fair and Rodeo at the VZC Fairgrounds in Canton. The AgriScience Fair, Container Grown Plants, Floral Cup, Public Speaking, and Robotics competitions all required a submission of entry on March 1.

The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) Regional Statesmanship Award recognizes a local, state, or federal official that has demonstrated valuable dedicated service to regional cooperation. I am excited to announce that the 2025 Regional Statesman is former Van Zandt County Commissioner and ETCOG Board of Directors and Executive Committee member, Virgil Melton Jr.

The Canton City Council held its regular monthly meeting March 18 at Canton City Hall addressing a range of community issues and initiatives. One of the critical topics discussed was a new Youth Diversion program aimed at assisting juveniles charged with Class C misdemeanors.

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The annual Dinner on Main Street in downtown Canton is scheduled for Saturday, March 29. “Imagine a magical evening under the starts where the heart of downtown Canton transforms into a vibrant dining experience,” said a Canton Main Street spokesperson.

A Canton man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in a wire fraud conspiracy in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr.

On Thursday, March 13, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 12219 in Canton held a swearing in ceremony for three new members, Matthew Hernandez, Frank Duyka (WWII) and Tommy Forgue during the regular meeting.