October 2024

HERE’S HOW TO PLAY

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In each advertiser’s space on this page is the name of two teams who will oppose each other in the coming week. You should circle the name of the team you believe will win in each ad. The person selecting the most correct games will be the winner. Winners each week will receive $50 worth of coupons redeemable at participating merchants’ stores or payable on bank loans only with participating banks. The coupons cannot be exchanged for cash or deposited as cash. Entries must be in Van Zandt News office in Canton by 4:30 p.m. Thursday preceding the games. In the event of a tie, the “Tie-Breaker” game will decide the winner. Correct winning team must be selected and person closest to winning margin is the $50 in coupons winner. In the event of a tie on the Tie-Breaker, the $50 worth of coupons will be divided equally among the winners. Limit two entries per family per week. Multiple entries must be submitted separately. Employees of Van Zandt Newspapers, L.L.C. and their immediate families are not eligible to participate. No photocopies will be accepted. Odds of winning is determined by number of participants. No purchase is necessary. The decisions by judges will be final. Contestants must be 18 years of age or older. We are not responsible for illegible or misdirected entries. Void where prohibited by law. Winners are limited to no more than two outright wins during the football contest season. All Coupons must be redeemed by 12/31/2024.

‘Heroes dinner’ honored First Responders in VZC

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On Oct. 21, the Canton Lions Club hosted a special event at the Canton Civic Center dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who serve as First Responders in Van Zandt County.
‘Heroes dinner’ honored First Responders in VZC

Brunner’s Dairy Farm visited during recent VZC ag bus tour

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EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the fourth in a series of articles from the recent Van Zandt Agricultural Bus Tour hosted by the VZC Farm Bureau. Brunner’s Dairy Farm, owned by Wes Brunner and his sons, Justin and Jeremy, recently hosted a tour organized by the Van Zandt County Farm Bureau showcasing the intricate operations of their dairy business.
Brunner’s Dairy Farm was one of the stops on a recent Van Zandt County Agricultural Bus Tour led by the VZC Farm Bureau. The intricate operations of a dairy farm were highlighted during the tour. Brunner’s Dairy Farm is owned by Wes Brunner and his sons, Justin and Jeremy. Photo by Susan Harris

ET Crisis Center receives honorary Texas flag

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The East Texas Crisis Center received an honorary Texas Flag during the recent Republican Women of Van Zandt County monthly meeting from Texas House District 2 State Representative Jill Dutton for their work to combat the issue of domestic violence in VZC.

Republican Club to meet Oct. 28

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Transportation will be the main topic for the Republican Club of Van Zandt County’s Monday, Oct. 28 meeting at 7 p.m. located at the Van Zandt County Farm Bureau Event Center, 220 Burnett Trail, in Canton.
The Republican Club of Van Zandt County participated in the annual Van Oil Festival Parade Oct. 19. Their next monthly meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28 at the VZC Farm Bureau Event Center in Canton. Courtesy photo

Jean LeMonds

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May 30, 1946 – October 15, 2024 Funeral services for Jean LeMonds, 78, of Ben Wheeler, were held Monday, October 21, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Ben Wheeler with Bro. Carlton Young and Bro.
Jean LeMonds

Joyce Ann Seay

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October 26, 1957 – October 17, 2024 Joyce Ann Seay, 66, of Terrell passed peacefully on Thursday, October 17, 2024. Graveside services to honor her life were held at 2 p.m.

Karen Paige Sellers

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July 22, 1962 – October 16, 2024 A Celebration of Life for Karen Paige Sellers, 62, of Lindale, was held Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Main Street Baptist Church, Grand Saline, with Pastor Kyle Nees officiating. Interment followed in Woodside Cemetery under the direction of Bartley Funeral Home, Grand Saline.