February 2026

As local voters prepare to cast their ballots in the upcoming election, veteran public servant Cliff Williams is seeking re-election as Van Zandt County Precinct 2 Commissioner, highlighting a blend of smalltown values, legal expertise, and a track record of protecting property rights and community services.

“ I am Edie Booth, Democratic Candidate for Van Zandt County Commissioner, Precinct 2,” announced Edie Booth. “My grandparents immigrated to Texas for a better life in the early 1900s, the Bobos and Adkins families, long-time county residents. My uncles (six) served in WWII, while my father, in the Civil Service, was stationed in Alaska as a school principal (or spy) on the Aleutian Islands. My father’s career choice as Bureau of Indian Affairs administrator, brought our family to my birthplace, Nevada. My early life on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation (near Wounded Knee) provided opportunity to understand another culture.

“I am David Marshall, and I am running for Van Zandt County Commissioner Precinct 2,” said David Marshall. “Born in Paris, Texas, and raised in north Mesquite, I bought land in Van Zandt County in the early 90’s,” continued Marshall.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com At the beginning of their regular Van Zandt County Commissioners Court meeting Jan. 29, VZC Judge Andy Reese took time to explain the decision to move the meeting from the regularly scheduled date of Jan. 28 to a time and date just over 24 hours later.

EDITOR’S NOTE: This is a continuing series of articles on the Van Zandt County races that were highlighted during the recent Candidate Debate Forum that was hosted by the Republican Party of VZC at the Canton Civic Center. This article focuses on the race for VZC Judge.

Saturday, Feb. 21: Canton Trail Riders and Zeke Burns Arena 2026 Membership Drive held at 24742 State Hwy 64, Canton from 10 a.m.

The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Feb. 3-10.

Police Report 2/3/26 to 2/9/26 Calls for Service 2/3/26 Welfare Concern/Check / 300 W Patterson. 2/4/26 Assist EMS / 415 W Frank.

EDITOR’S NOTE: This is a continuing series of articles highlighting the major races in Van Zandt County on the March 3 Republican Party ballot. This article features the VZC Pct. 3 Justice of the Peace candidates in their presenation that was made recently during the Candidate Debate Forum hosted by the Republican Club of VZC at the Canton Civic Center.

susan@vanzandtnews.com The Wills Point City Council convened on Feb. 10 at Wills Point City Hall, successfully achieving a quorum and commencing the meeting with a pledge of allegiance to both the United States and Texas flags.