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Catherine Gazda was introduced as the new Van Zandt County Auditor to the VZC Commissioners Court by VZC District Judge Chris Martin during the regular meeting of the commissioners’ court Jan. 13.

An update on delinquent tax collections in Van Zandt County was presented to the VZC Commissioners Court during its regular meeting Jan. 13.

New Van Zandt County Texas A&M AgriLife Agricultural Extension Agent was the guest speaker Jan. 8 during the weekly Canton Lions Club Luncheon at Van Zandt Country Club.

davidb@vanzandtnews. com Another step toward the preparation for a potential bond election to be presented to the voters as early as May 2025 to construct a new Van Zandt County Jail and/or renovate the VZC Courthouse was taken Jan. 13 when the VZC Commissioners Court unanimously hired a financial advisor.

In an inspiring narrative of resilience and passion, Natalie Roberts, the owner of Expressions Med Spa, shared the motivating story behind her successful venture in the world of aesthetic medicine. Expressions Med Spa is located at 237 South Trade Days Blvd.

Canton ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Nichols covered a wide range of topics during his monthly superintendent’s report to the Canton School Board.

The women of St Justin’s Episcopal Church had their annual Christmas party Tuesday Dec. 17 in the Fellowship Hall at St.

In December 2024, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, VFW 12219, Canton, honored the winners of the Voice of Democracy Essay scholarship competition. The competition began in 1947 for high school students.

Van Zandt County Tax Assessor-Collector Misty Stanberry was one of eight elected Van Zandt County public officials that took the oath of office during a Jan. 1 ceremony inside the VZC District Courtroom at the VZC Courthouse. Administering the oath of office was her husband, Rusty. See more photos on Page 8A.

Those interested in running for Mayor, city council, or school board in Canton may do so beginning Wednesday, Jan. 15.