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Temporary Restraining Order extended to July 24

1 year ago By Staff Reports

Body According to Van Zandt County Criminal District Attorney Tonda Curry, the Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) against the developers of a lithium battery storage facility being built south of Canton has been extended through Thursday, July 24 by VZC District Judge Chris Martin of...

Council members hear from two speakers during meeting

1 year ago By Susan Harris

Body The Canton City Council convened for its regular monthly meeting on June 17 with a quorum present.

Janet Hudson addressed the Canton City Council to highlight the significant community contributions made by Heavenly Children’s Legacy and the need for clarity on their memorial park designation. Photo by Susan Harris

Financial and Estate Planning meeting coming to Canton

1 year ago By News Staff

Body The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office in Van Zandt County will be hosting a Financial and Estate Planning meeting starting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at the VZC Farm Bureau Event Center located at 220 Burnett Trail in Canton.

‘Fourth of July at the Cross’ scheduled

1 year ago By News Staff

Body Lakeside Baptist Church in Canton will be hosting ‘Fourth of July at the Cross’ on State Highway 64 on the church property across the highway from the Van Zandt County Justice Center beginning at 7 p.m. Friday, July 4.

Stern sworn in for another term of office

1 year ago By Susan Harris

Body Canton School Board Place 4 Trustee Julie Stern was sworn into office for another term during the regular monthly meeting of Canton School Board June 16. Stern ran unopposed in the May 3 trustee election.

Canton School Board Place 4 Trustee Julie Stern was sworn into office for another term by Canton ISD Board Member by Stacie Wilkerson at the regular monthly meeting. Photo by Susan Harris

Decision on purchase of Paul Michael building tabled

1 year ago By David Barber

Body During its regular meeting June 18, the Van Zandt County Commissioners’ Court tabled a decision regarding the purchase of the Paul Michael building. The Paul Michael building is located at 1930 North Trade Days Blvd.

Van Zandt County Criminal District Attorney Tonda Curry discussed three options that the VZC Commissioners’ Court would have to consider regarding the potential purchase of the Paul Michael building. Photo by David Barber

City of Canton announces Fourth of July schedule

1 year ago By Staff Reports

Body The City of Canton is preparing to host its annual Fourth of July celebration with a full day of activities planned for residents and visitors alike on Friday, July 4.

Weaver brother/sister duo collecting for firefighters

1 year ago By Staff Reports

Body For the fifth consecutive year, the brother/sister duo of Grayson and Alice Weaver, Canton ISD students, will be collecting water, Gatorade, and individually wrapped snacks for local firefighters and First Responders.

Boat capsizes, two children die

1 year ago By Ashlee Sawyer

Body ashlee@themonitor.net A boat carrying 10 adults and two children capsized in the Heatherwoods subdivision of Cedar Creek Lake around 10 p.m. June 22 Tool Volunteer Fire Department Lt.

Budget insights, community concerns addressed during Town Hall Meeting

1 year ago By Susan Harris

Body The Van Zandt County Town Hall Meeting for VZC Pct. 2, held at the Whitton Community Center June 12, drew a gathering of concerned residents eager to hear updates from VZC officials.

Photos by Susan Harris A good crowd was on hand June 12 for the first of four Van Zandt County Town Hall Meetings, one in each of the four precincts, led by VZC Judge Andy Reese and the commissioners’ court. The first Town Hall Meeting was held in the Whitton Community Center in VZC Pct. 2.

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