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Canton ISD art students spent several days last week working on chalk murals around the square prior to the Oct. 8 Autumn Festival. On the day of the festival, attendees were able to vote on the mural they liked the best. Local business Southern Pop donated the first, second and third place prizes and also the People’s Choice prize to the students. The Pony Expresso also donated free beverages to all of the contestants the days that they came to work on their art.

The Canton Lions Club District 2-2X met Sept. 21 at the Van Zandt Country Club with Lion President Tanya Watkins presiding. Lion members Jesse Carranza and Ben Hendley answered financial investment questions impacting the Stock Market including the difference between a recession and a depression, what inflation actually means, how an increase in the minimum wage would impact the U.S. economy and other economic issues of 2022.

EXIT Realty Pro in Canton has announced the addition of Brooklyn Hopkins to its team of real estate professionals. “We’re excited to welcome Brooklyn to EXIT Realty,” says Mike Murdock, Broker/Owner of EXIT Realty Pro.

Scott Hyde was recently recognized for his commitment and dedication to the Van Zandt County Appraisal District with a special plaque dedication from Board Chairman Edward Bailey. After 14 years of service to the district as well as the county, Hyde will be leaving his role as Chief Appraiser to become the new Chief Financial Officer for Mabank ISD. VZC Appraisal District officials noted, “He will be tremendously missed for his honesty and integrity that he continually showed his staff, Board Members and citizens of this great community. We wish him only the best in his new endeavors. We know that he will be an asset to that school district.”

Residents living in and around the Canton, Texas can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening.

Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 13.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.10/g Sept. 12, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 34.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 28.7 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has declined 5.5 cents in the last week and stands at $5.01 per gallon.

Canton Rotary Club President Mindi Holland recently inducted their newest member, Tiffany Hardy. The Canton Rotary Club looks forward to serving with Tiffany.

The Whitton Volunteer Fire Department, located at FM 1651 and VZCR 2404, south of Canton, will be hosting a Brisket Dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

Hope Pregnancy Center’s annual fundraising gala is Saturday, September 10. It will include a dinner and concert by the Southern Gospel group The Erwins.

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