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Canton will not soon forget 2024 as the year was filled with a number of memorable news events that covered a wide range of topics. There was tragic news in the weather as major weather events forced a number of individuals and businesses to delay their daily routines and rebuild.

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The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced a lane closure on Interstate 20 beginning Thursday, Dec. 19 through Saturday, Dec.

The Risner family in Canton is a testament to resilience and the power of community support after a devastating tornado tore through their home in 2017. Debbie Risner, reflecting on the traumatic night, recalls her family huddled together in their bathroom as the storm raged outside.

The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) is proud to announce the approval of $1.75 million in grants awarded to East Texas jurisdictions. These grants aim to enhance public safety by addressing critical emergency radio infrastructure needs.

During a brief special meeting Dec. 11, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court voted 2-0 to increase the VZC Pet. 2 Transfer Station’s Petty Cash Fund from $100.00 to $200.00 following a recommendation by VZC Pet. 2 Commissioner Cliff Williams.

susan@vanzandtnews.com The Canton Lions Club held their weekly luncheon Dec. 4 featuring guest speaker Sharyn Casey from the Children’s Advocacy Center of Van Zandt County.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff ’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance identifying the people involved in the recent armed robbery of the Skill Zone Game Room, which is located at 4573 State Highway 64, Ben Wheeler, in Van Zandt County near the Smith County line.

The First United Methodist Church in Canton will be having their annual Christmas Party for the ‘Special People Group’ from 2-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec.