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The Canton Fire Department held a significant ‘Push-in’ ceremony on Sept. 17 marking the arrival of their new fire engine E-1.

During a special called meeting Sept. 18, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court voted to move the date of their next regular meeting from Wednesday, Sept. 24, to Friday, Sept. 26, beginning at 9 a.m. in the VZC Courthouse.

Following the Constitution Day ceremony held on the northside steps of the Van Zandt County Courthouse Sept. 17 by the Republican Club of VZC earlier in the day, the Neches River Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) later in the afternoon held its ‘Bells Across America’ recognition of the special day.

GRACE RICHARDSON Canton Main Street Manager Hello downtown business owners: We are thrilled to announce the Canton Main Street’s Annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest and we’re inviting all downtown businesses to join in the fun. This year’s theme is ‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,’ inspired by the classic Halloween tale.

susan@vanzandtnews.com The Canton City Council convened on Sept. 16 for a meeting that addressed various community concerns and city governance issues.

The Canton School Board held its monthly school board meeting on Sept. 15 showcasing student achievements, staff recognition, and updates on ongoing projects.

Above, Peyton Goodson of the Canton Eaglette varsity volleyball team holds a ball commemorating her 1,000th career dig following Canton’s road district match at Kemp on Sept. 9. The Eaglettes defeated Kemp in three sets to win the district opener. Left, Peighton Mitchell of the Canton Eaglette varsity volleyball team serves the ball in Canton’s road district match at Kemp on Sept. 9.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in Van Zandt County during the week of Sept. 15.

This month’s meeting of the Republican Club of Van Zandt County will feature guest speaker, Texas Senator Mayes Middleton, who was the first candidate to file for Texas Attorney General. The RCVZC monthly meeting will take place at 7 p.m.

An update on work being done as well as upcoming projects at the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial was presented during the regular weekly luncheon of the Canton Lions Club held at the Van Zandt County Club Sept. 10.