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Carter recognized by Texas Association of Counties

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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Van Zandt County Sheriff Joe Carter received some unexpected good news Feb. 13 as he was named as a recipient of a special service award from the Texas Association of Counties (TAC).

Free soil testing kits available March 5

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Are you wanting to re-establish your pasture or just make sure your pasture is supporting your operation to the max? Stop by the Van Zandt Farm Bureau in Canton at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, to pick up a free soil testing kit and learn about the sample collection process, the forms, and the reasons why you should soil test.

Gun Show coming to Canton Civic Center

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The Canton Civic Center, located at 800 Flea Market Road in Canton, will be hosting a Gun Show March 8-10. The show will take place from 4-8 p.m.

Early voting ends for Primary Election

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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Early Voting ended March 1 for the March 5 Primary Election. As of the end of the business day Feb. 28, a total of 3,077 votes had been cast during the first nine days of Early Voting for the March 5 Primary Election, according to the Van Zandt County Clerk’s office.

LaPrade facing three opponents in VZC Pct. 1 Commissioner’s race

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During the Feb. 19 candidate forum at The Silver Spur Resort in Canton, four candidates running for the Van Zandt County Pct. 1 seat shared their views, Incumbent Chad LaPrade is being challenged by Mitch Curtis, Brandon Holland, and Mike Taylor as the candidates took turns addressing the audience and sharing their visions for the precinct.
The candidates running for the Van Zandt County Pct. 1 Commissioner’s seat participated in a debate Feb. 19 at The Silver Spur Resort in Canton. The candidates that participated were left to right, Mitch Curtis, Brandon Holland, Chad LaPrade (incumbent), and Mike Taylor. Photo by Susan Harris

Van ISD announces Hall of Fame members

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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Van ISD Superintendent Don Dunn announced the names of five new members that will be inducted into the Van ISD Faculty and Staff Hall of Fame later this year. The announcement was made during the regular monthly meeting of the Van School Board Feb.