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Bozeman, Moon speak at Canton Chamber Luncheon

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At the Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon Aug. 6 at the Silver Spur Resort in Canton, Jordan Bozeman from Yesterland Farm shared the inspiring story of how her parents, Chuck and Kama Bozeman transformed a humble Christmas tree farm into a thriving seasonal attraction.
Jordan Bozeman of Yesterland Farm was one of two guest speakers during the Canton Texas Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Luncheon Aug. 6 at The Silver Spur Resort in Canton. The other guest speaker was Bridget Moon representing the U.S. Small Business Administration. Photo by Susan Harris

Local business named as finalist in ‘Quest for the Best’ competition

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Bee King’s Experience, located at 570 West State Highway 243 in Canton, has been selected as one of H-E-B’s Top 10 finalists in this year’s ‘Quest for Texas Best’ competition. Out of 470 products considered, the recognition highlights the innovative Honey Dust, a unique dried honey product designed to simplify the use of honey as a sweetener in various recipes.
Local business named as finalist in ‘Quest for the Best’ competition

Two illegals arrested for money laundering

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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Following a traffic stop on Interstate 20 near Wills Point Aug. 1, two Chinese men were arrested for money laundering after approximately $250,000 in gold bullion was recovered by law enforcement from the suspects’ vehicle.
Two illegals arrested for money laundering

Education Foundation revived for new school year

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The Canton Education Foundation announced recently that they are back at work for the 2024-25 school year. Officers for the revived Canton Education Foundation will be as follows for 2024-25: Baylee Gilbert, President; Samantha Beckham, Vice-President of Development; Landon Spears, Vice-President of Finance; Jessica Harrell, Vice-President of Events and Marketing; and Blake Fowler, Secretary.

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The Van Zandt County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on the proposed VZC budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug.
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