News

Body Your outdoor scribe has been taking a cue from the fish and critters the past week. I am up well before daylight and enjoying the cooler hours of the morning and then seeking AC during the heat of the day whenever possible.

Body Texas’ ability to detect, track and fight wildfires is growing even stronger with the acquisition of three new multi-mission aircraft for Texas A&M Forest Service.

Body This summer's reading program activities ended this month at the Van Zandt County/ Sarah Norman Library in Canton with their annual stuffed animal sleepover. Every year, the library ends its summer reading program with a stuffed animal sleepover.

Body Nestled in the heart of Canton, Cottages at Burnett Trail is introducing a fresh approach to active adult living for those 55 and up.

Body No major injuries were reported following an accident involving a Glasair GlaStar experimental aircraft at the Van Zandt County Regional Airport July 23.

Body Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce President and Chief Executive Officer Savannah Terrell was the guest speaker July 15 during the weekly Canton Lions Club Luncheon at the Van Zandt Country Club. Terrell was introduced to those in attendance by Canton Lions Club Member Cindy Malouf.

Body The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has closed the VZCR 4414 (Tank Farm Rd) bridge over I-20 in Van Zandt County effective immediately. The closure is necessary to allow crews to inspect and repair damage on the bridge.

Body The City of Canton has released a statement regarding water service at The Mountain: ‘We know there are questions about water service at The Mountain, and we want to give residents and business owners a clear picture of where things stand.

Body Families gathered in downtown Canton on Saturday, July 18th, for Splash Day, a free community event hosted by the Canton Main Street Program across from City Hall. From 10 a.m. to noon, children cooled off and enjoyed a morning of water and fun.

Body Rick Breitenfeldt, Public Affairs Specialist with the Office of Communications at the Federal Aviation Administration, released the following statement to the News regarding a small plane crash in the Whitton Community, south of Canton, on July 14.