News

Body The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office within the Office of the Governor announced that the City of Canton has been recognized by Travel Texas as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community after completing the multi-step certification process.

Body EXIT Realty Pro in Canton recently announced the addition of Amber Gober to its team of real estate professionals. “We’re excited to welcome Amber to EXIT Realty,” says Mike Murdock, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Pro .

Body The Van Zandt County Aggie Club held their 2026 Aggie Muster Ceremony Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the Old School Museum in Grand Saline. There were 37Aggies and 23 guests in attendance.

Body The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in the district during the week of April 20.

Body The Annual Upper Sabine Cattleman’s Conference will be held from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Body Plans are being finalized for the Annual Canton Lions Club Golf Tournament scheduled for Monday, April 27, at the Van Zandt Country Club.

Body Candidates in all four upcoming Republican Party Runoff Elections in Van Zandt County are scheduled to participate in a Political Forum scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, April 27, at the VZC Farm Bureau Event Center located at 220 Burnett Trail in Canton.

Body The Van Zandt County District Attorney’s Office has been awarded $53,000.00 in grant funding through the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) program, a significant step forward in strengthening services for crime victims across the county.

Body There will be a community blood drive from 12:306 p.m. Monday, May 4, at Walmart, located at 603 East State Highway 243 in Canton. “Look cool by the pool, but don’t bake by the lake, with a brand new beach towel from Carter BloodCare,” said a Carter BloodCare spokesperson.

Body This week, let’s discuss a subject that directly affects all of us sooner or later, how to continue to enjoy our outdoor endeavors as we grow older. In my mid-70s, I feel qualified to share some experiences that might be beneficial to some of those who are a bit long in the tooth.