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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Unity among the Republican Party in Van Zandt County and across the state was emphasized during the swearing-in ceremony June 19 for new VZC Republican Party Chairman Tom Duke.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com A resolution recognizing the upcoming America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration was unanimously approved June 17 by the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court during its regular meeting. VZC Judge Andy Reese read the resolution to those in attendance.

Lakeside Baptist Church of Canton will be hosting ‘4th of July at the Cross’ beginning at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at the corner of State Highway 64 and Nichols Drive.

There will be a full schedule of activities in Canton during the July 4 holiday weekend as the city will not only celebrate the Fourth of July but also America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in Van Zandt County during the week of June 22. Please remember, work schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure, or other unforeseen issues.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com For the 17th consecutive year, the Van Zandt County Historical Commission has been recognized for their work by the Texas Historical Commission.

Correspondent The Wills Point City Council set their collective sights on local infrastructure improvements during their June 9 session, discussing various grant pursuits while also discussing which local streets would be in line for rehabilitation efforts during Fiscal Year 2027.

Fourth of July and America’s 250th Birthday Celebrations will start happening before July 4 in Van Zandt County as Van, Grand Saline, and Wills Point will be hosting holiday activities on Saturday, June 27. Canton will be hosting their downtown activities on Saturday, July 4.

The 29th Annual East Texas Baptist Camp Meeting will take place June 21- 26 starting at 7 p.m. each evening at the Canton Civic Center.

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