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New youth scavenger hunt project introduced
Representatives from the Van Zandt County Historical Commission were the guest speakers during the Canton Lions Club Luncheon May 20 at the Van Zandt Country Club.
Resolution tabled by VZC Commissioners Court
A resolution approving the formation of and participation in a Sub-Regional Planning Commission with Smith County pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 391, was tabled by the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court May 20 during its regular meeting.
Election Day voting held in VZC Republican Party Runoff Elections
Election Day voting in the Van Zandt County Republican Party Runoff Elections was held May 26. Results were unavailable at press time.
Seven aviation scholarship funds awarded in VZC
The aircraft maintenance hangar at Tailwind Air Park in Edgewood, located four miles north of Canton, provided a fitting aviation backdrop May 16 for the third annual Tailwind Air Park Community Aviation Scholarship Award Ceremony where seven aspiring aviation professionals were awarded...
Town Hall Meeting on Sharia Law draws over 300 in attendance
Over 300 citizens from Van Zandt County and beyond were in attendance May 18 for a Town Hall Meeting hosted by the Republican Club of VZC (RCVZC) at the Canton Civic Center with the program primarily focusing on the topic of ‘Sharia Law and Constitutional Intrusion.’
Multiple students, teachers recognized by trustees
A number of students and teachers were recognized for their accomplishments during the 2025-26 school year May 11 at the regular monthly meeting of the Canton School Board. The meeting was moved to the Canton Elementary School Cafetorium due to the large crowd in attendance.
Early Voting ends Friday for VZC runoff elections
Early Voting for the Van Zandt County Republican Party and Democratic Party Runoff Elections scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, ends Friday, May 22, according to the VZC Clerk’s office. Early Voting is available each day through May 22 from 7 a.m.
Annual Memorial Day Ceremony set for May 25
The Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial Board of Directors recently released information about the 2026 Memorial Day Program scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, May 25, at the VZC Veterans Memorial, located at the intersection of State Highways 19 and 243 in Canton.
Ceremony held for 125 graduates May 15 at Canton High School
It was a time of reflection and celebration for the 125 members of the Canton High School Graduating Class of 2026 May 15 at Norris Birdwell Stadium. A packed stadium on the home side witnessed the graduates walking across the stage to receive their diplomas.
