Community Health Fair set for Sept. 28 in Canton
Preparations continue for the 2024 Community Health Fair that will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Local man transferred to Texas prison
AVan Zandt County man was transferred to a Texas prison last Friday after he pled guilty to a cruelty to animals’ charge at a Wills Point property.
Health Fair scheduled for Sept 28 in Canton
Preparations continue for the 2024 Community Health Fair that will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
VZC Courthouse to host ‘Bells Across America’ program
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Neches River Chapter in Van Zandt County will be hosting ‘Bells Across America’ as VZC will be honoring the United States Constitution. The program is scheduled for 2:45 p.m.
Lowery speaks at Van Chamber Luncheon Sept. 3
The Van Area Chamber of Commerce held its quarterly luncheon Sept. 3 with Cameron Lowery of Diamond L Veterinary Service of Wills Point and the Grand Saline Veterinary Clinic serving as the guest speaker.
Bridge demolition set for Sept. 7-8
The demolition of the old bridge at the intersection of Interstate 20 and FM 859 in Canton is still on schedule for the weekend of Sept. 7 and Sept. 8, according to Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Tyler District Public Information Officer Jeff Williford.
AARP Drive Safety Program set for Sept. 19 in Canton
The AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) and the Van Zandt County/ Sarah Norman Library, located at 317 First Monday Lane in Canton, are sponsoring a driver safety class from noon to 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19.
Williams sworn in
davidb@vanzandtnews.com With family and friends in attendance, Cliff Williams was sworn in Aug. 23 as the new Van Zandt County Pct.
Hope Center Gala held at FBC, Canton Aug. 24
The First Baptist Church of Canton hosted the annual Hope Center Gala Aug. 24.
Pearson, Phillips preparing for smooth transition in VZC Pct. 3
davidb@vanzandtnews.com While the change in the Van Zandt County Pct. 3 Commissioners Court seat does not officially occur until January 1, 2025, current VZC Pct. 3 Commissioner Keith Pearson and his successor, Bobby Phillips, are already working toward making the switch a smooth transition.
