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Preparations are being finalized for the 24th Annual Autumn Festival scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11 from 10 a.m.

It’s been said we have a little bit of everything here in Texas and I think that is pretty close to a true statement. From a hunting perspective, we have just about every big game species as the mountain states, excluding moose.

Texas District 2 State Representative Brent Money highlighted some recent events and recognized some individuals who received achievements during the month of September. “It’s been a busy month across our district and state, and I want to take a moment to update you on the important issues, events, and people that continue to shape our community,” said Money.

The Neches River Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) held its regular meeting on Sept. 20 at the Van Zandt County/Sarah Norman Library in Canton.

Castillian Lodge 141, located at 1284 West Dallas Street (State Highway 64) will be hosting a Carter BloodCare drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Country Place Senior Living of Canton (Mulberry building) will be hosting a ‘Trunk-or-Treat’ event from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in Van Zandt County during the week of Oct. 6.

EXIT Realty Pro in Canton announced Oct. 1 the addition of Hannah Mathews to its team of real estate professionals. “We’re excited to welcome Hannah to EXIT Realty,” says Mike Murdock, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Pro . “EXIT is growing and attracting quality business people like Hannah each and every day.”

Sharon’s Place, a local ministry serving adults with special needs, is hosting its Second Annual Western Carnival. The event will be held Saturday, Oct. 25, at Gabriel Ranch in Grand Saline from 1-4 p.m.

As an outdoors writer for almost four decades now and weekly author of this outdoor column, as might be expected, I have been exposed to a great deal the outdoor lifestyle has to offer. This week, I want to share with you a close to home hunt that details what extent an old hunter will go to put game on the meat pole.