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Bozeman, Moon speak at Canton Chamber Luncheon

1 year ago By Susan Harris

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

‘SPLASH DAY’

1 year ago By News Staff

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A ‘Splash Day’ event sponsored by Canton Main Street was held across the street from Canton City Hall Aug. 10. The event drew a large number of kids which featured water slides, face painting, and carriage rides. One of the biggest attractions was the arrival of a Canton Fire Department truck that sprayed water on the kids on a warm weather day. Photo by David Barber

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

1 year ago By Susan Harris

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

DownHome celebrating 19 years

1 year ago By News Staff

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Two illegals arrested for money laundering

1 year ago By David Barber

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

Canton ISD to start school Aug. 14

1 year ago By News Staff

Preparations continue for the start of the 2024-25 school year in Canton as the doors will open to begin the new school year Wednesday, Aug. 14.

Education Foundation revived for new school year

1 year ago By Staff Reports

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.