Early voting for Nov. 8 election to begin Monday
All Early Voting for the Nov. 8 General Election in Van Zandt County will take place at the Sarah Norman/VZC Library (317 First Monday Lane) on FM 859 near State Highway 64 in Canton.
News
Victims identified in two-vehicle accident
Traffic along Highway 64 just west of Canton was brought to a stop during the afternoon hours Oct. 18 following a two-vehicle accident that ultimately resulted in two reported fatalities.
Briefs
East Oak Street Church of Christ, located at 508 E. Oak St.
Wilson, Stapleton take top-two spots
Runners from Canton and Van found themselves on familiar ground last week, competing alongside Athens, Brownsboro, Cumberland Academy, Lindale and Mabank at the First Monday Grounds Oct. 11 at this year’s District 16-4A Cross Country Meet.
New sheriff’s department employee introduced
A new employee in the Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Department was introduced by VZC Sheriff Joe Carter Oct. 12 during the regular meeting of the VZC Commissioners Court.
TRUCK STOP
Traffic along FM 859 near the Edgewood city limits was brought to a standstill for hours Oct. 11 after an 18-wheeler hauling asphalt rolled over.
East Texas Crisis Center to hold domestic violence vigil
For more than four decades, the East Texas Crisis Center has established itself as a safe haven for those impacted by family violence, dating violence, sexual assault and violent crime.
“ Keep the FAITH, Keep the FIGHT”
Ragle inspires many with fight against breast cancer Sue Ragle has been a resident of Canton since 1986 and has worked alongside her family at Canton Paint and Body for over 30 years.
Area
The Ben Wheeler Hog Festival kicks off this Friday night Oct. 21 at The Forge Bar and Grill in downtown Ben Wheeler, where the Hog Pageant will be held, and the Hog Queen will be crowned.
APPRECIATION
The Republican Women of Van Zandt County hosted an appreciation reception for elected officials leaving office at the end of the year Oct. 7 at the Blackwell House in Canton.
