Lifestyle
AUTUMN FESTIVAL
The Canton Main Street Program hosted the annual Autumn Festival on Saturday, Oct. 8. Attendees took in live music, food vendors, business booths, and more. The Main Street Program reported that it was their most successful festival held to date.
Two early settlers honored in Elm Grove Cemetery
The Van Zandt County Genealogical Society assisted local lineage societies in honoring two old Van Zandt County settlers and patriots Oct. 8 at Elm Grove Cemetery in the southwestern part of the county.
Chalk Murals on the Square
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.
MAKING AN INVESTMENT
The Canton Lions Club District 2-2X met Sept. 21 at the Van Zandt Country Club with Lion President Tanya Watkins presiding.
Hopkins joins EXIT Realty in Canton
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.
FOND FAREWELL
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.
Affordable health screenings coming to Canton Oct. 12
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.
Gas prices drop 13.6 cents per gallon
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.