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A weekend weather storm in Van Zandt County that produced snow, sleet and freezing rain, kept a lot of people home and off the streets through January 26.

Canton crews are scheduled to fog seal on FM 1995 from FM 773 to the Smith County line. Motorists should expect lane closures.

During campaign season, the landscape blooms with a special kind of flower, the political sign. Unlike wildflowers which are welcome anywhere, putting campaign signs on public lands is illegal so, before you plant that sign, learn the law and keep Texas Beautiful.

A fifth-generation Texan, husband, father of five, and grandfather of 10, courageous MAGA Republican, and selfmade businessman, Don Huffines will bring a private-sector mindset to the State Comptroller’s office.

Nate Sheets is running for Agriculture Commissioner because Texans deserve honest leadership that puts farmers, ranchers, and families first, not political insiders or self-promotion. Nate is a husband, father of four, U.S. Navy veteran, and a man of faith.

“I’m Jennifer Taylor, and I am honored to be a Republican candidate for Van Zandt County Justice of the Peace in Precinct 3,” said Taylor.

Van Zandt Newspapers LLC welcomes all candidates who have signed up to run for a Van Zandt County or a statewide office in the upcoming March 3, 2026, Primary Election to submit a FREE announcement and a photo for publication.

The Canton School Board held its first meeting of the new year Jan. 12 showcasing the achievements of students and addressing key district updates.

susan@vanzandtnews.com On Saturday, January 17, the Canton Civic Center came alive with excitement as candidates from various Van Zandt County, state and federal offices gathered for a politically charged debate forum, attracting a sizable audience eager to participate in the Texas Republican...

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