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“My name is Chad LaPrade and l am a proven conservative leader with a strong record of service to the people of Van Zandt County,” said Chad LaPrade.

As local voters prepare to cast their ballots in the upcoming election, veteran public servant Cliff Williams is seeking re-election as Van Zandt County Precinct 2 Commissioner, highlighting a blend of smalltown values, legal expertise, and a track record of protecting property rights and community...

“ I am Edie Booth, Democratic Candidate for Van Zandt County Commissioner, Precinct 2,” announced Edie Booth. “My grandparents immigrated to Texas for a better life in the early 1900s, the Bobos and Adkins families, long-time county residents.

“I am David Marshall, and I am running for Van Zandt County Commissioner Precinct 2,” said David Marshall. “Born in Paris, Texas, and raised in north Mesquite, I bought land in Van Zandt County in the early 90’s,” continued Marshall.

The introduction of a new board chairman and a new president/chief executive officer (CEO) were among the highlights during the Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon held Feb. 3 at Van Zandt Country Club.

Storm season is right around the corner, and East Texans know all too well how quickly severe weather can strike.

On December 11, the Canton VFW Post 12219 held their annual banquet at the Canton Senior Center for winners of the Youth Scholarship Contests, Patriots Pen and Voice of Democracy. Canton VFW Post 12219 provided a spaghetti dinner.

Dear Downtown Business Owners, Love is in the air, and we want to help it sweep right through your front doors. We are thrilled to announce our upcoming Valentine’s Sip N’ Shop, and it’s time to get it on your calendars.

Area residents are invited to a Democratic Party Meet & Greet on Saturday, Feb. 14 at the Edom Community Center located at 150 VZ County Road 4800, in Edom.

Savannah Terrell was introduced as the new Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce President and CEO (Chief Executive Officer) Feb. 3 during the chamber’s Quarterly Luncheon at the Van Zandt Country Club. Story on 5A.