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Body Van Zandt County Friends of the Library President Ann Spruiell was the featured speaker March 26 during the weekly Canton Lions Club Luncheon at Ole’ West Bean and Burger. Spruiell was introduced to those in attendance by Canton Lions Club Member Sandra Giles.

Body It promises to be a busy week from March 29-April 5 during the 67th Annual Van Zandt County Fair and Rodeo at the VZC Fairgrounds in Canton.

Body The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) Regional Statesmanship Award recognizes a local, state, or federal official that has demonstrated valuable dedicated service to regional cooperation.

Body The Canton City Council held its regular monthly meeting March 18 at Canton City Hall addressing a range of community issues and initiatives. One of the critical topics discussed was a new Youth Diversion program aimed at assisting juveniles charged with Class C misdemeanors.

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Body The annual Dinner on Main Street in downtown Canton is scheduled for Saturday, March 29. “Imagine a magical evening under the starts where the heart of downtown Canton transforms into a vibrant dining experience,” said a Canton Main Street spokesperson.

Body A Canton man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in a wire fraud conspiracy in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr.

Body On Thursday, March 13, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 12219 in Canton held a swearing in ceremony for three new members, Matthew Hernandez, Frank Duyka (WWII) and Tommy Forgue during the regular meeting.

Body Candidates in the May 3 Canton School Board election are reminded to turn in their Candidate Questionnaires and photos to the office of the Canton Herald by 3 p.m. Friday, April 4.

Body St Justin’s Episcopal Church of Canton is having a Lenten Rummage Sale. The congregation of St.