May 2026

davidb@vanzandtnews.com A total of 32 graduates walked across the stage to receive their diplomas May 21 during the Martins Mill High School Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony at O’Neal Weaver Gymnasium.

Edgewood High School senior Hallie Erwin is among the recipients of the North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority’s (NET RMA) 2026 Linda Thomas Memorial Safe Driving Scholarship, which recognizes Northeast Texas students promoting roadway safety awareness through essays and community leadership.

The Edgewood High School Class of 2026 crossed the stage May 22, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another during commencement exercises held in the high school gym.

The aircraft maintenance hangar at Tailwind Air Park in Edgewood, located four miles north of Canton, provided a fitting aviation backdrop May 16 for the third annual Tailwind Air Park Community Aviation Scholarship Award Ceremony where seven aspiring aviation professionals were awarded...

City of Van Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Executive Director Tammy Weidman recently announced plans for the annual ‘June Jamboree Shop Van’ promotion.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com Representatives from the Van Zandt County Historical Commission were the guest speakers during the Canton Lions Club Luncheon May 20 at the Van Zandt Country Club.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com At the conclusion of their regular meeting May 20, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court held a workshop session to discuss two items. The first workshop item concerned drainage issues at the VZC Veterans Memorial facility in Canton.

The Fruitvale High School Graduating Class of 2026 held its graduation ceremony on May 22 at the FHS Auditorium with 24 seniors receiving their diplomas.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com United States Army Retired Col. Daniel Whitney served as the guest speaker May 25 during the Annual Memorial Day Program at the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial in Canton before a large turnout.

The regular monthly meeting of the Martins Mill School Board May 14 opened with recognition of the Students of the Month. The Students of the Month were Phillip Daniel and Travis Baber.