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Body In 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, the VZC Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution during a special called meeting Jan. 2.

Body Eight out of nine re-elected and newly elected Van Zandt County

Body Following his swearing-in ceremony Jan. 1 in the Van Zandt County District Courtroom, new VZC Sheriff Kevin Bridger released the following statement: “I am proud to represent the law enforcement professionals of VZC and to be your sheriff,” said Bridger.

Body Five outgoing Van Zandt County elected and appointed public officials were recognized for their years of service Dec. 31 during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court.

Body The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) crews are getting ahead of possible winter weather conditions for East Texas by preparing roadways around the eight-county district.

Body In their final meeting of 2024, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court approved two action items following a closed executive session Dec. 31.

Body davidb@vanzandtnews.com Two outgoing members of the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court were recognized for their service during the court’s regular meeting Dec. 18.

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com The Canton School Board held its regular monthly meeting Dec. 19 where they discussed several agenda items, including budget approvals and updates on district projects as the holiday season approached.

Body The Canton City Council convened Dec. 17 for its regular monthly meeting that included discussions on community matters, ordinances, and future projects impacting the city.

Body Nine newly elected Van Zandt County public officials will be taking the oath of offi ce during a 9 a.m. ceremony Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in the 294th District Courtroom in the VZC Courthouse.