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The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Dec. 29-Jan.

A Van Zandt County repeat drug offender has once again been apprehended by the VZC Sheriff’s Office according to information released by the sheriff’s office. According to the report, a Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office narcotics detective shared information with VZC Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies about suspected drug activity at Duke’s Travel Plaza.

Around 4 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 12, the Van Fire Department was dispatched to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of FM 858 and VZ County Road 4514.

Dollar Tree, Inc. announced its new Family Dollar and Dollar Tree “Combo” store opening in Edgewood. The company’s brand-new store format, which combines Family Dollar’s trusted brands with Dollar Tree’s thrilling offerings in seasonal, party and crafting.

The Van Zandt County Republican Club has announced that they will be hosting a candidate debate Tuesday, Jan. 25, at the Civic Center in Canton.

Deer seasons in Texas (with a few exceptions) are coming to a close. Of course, deer hunting will continue on TPWD managed ranches where the state sets harvest limits. On these ranches hunting is allowed with all legal means from the beginning of bow season through February. Deer are tagged with special tags provided by TPWD rather than the tags on one’s hunting license. Of course, we have feral hogs to hunt year around and there is no better time than after the close of deer season to hunt them.

East Oak Street Church of Christ will hold a food giveaway on Saturday, Jan. 15, from 9 a.m.

A new year generally brings a host of resolutions. For Legacy Ag Credit, a new year means a new office in Canton. Just down the road from the current office on West Dallas Street, the new office location will be better equipped to serve borrowers. “Legacy Ag Credit has experienced significant growth in the region in recent years, as more and more people choose to live in the country or purchase rural property,” said Derrell Chapman, Legacy chef executive officer. “We hope our new Canton office will provide greater convenience and accessibility for existing and future customers and will be a welcoming presence in the community,” said Legacy Ag Credit officials. With borrowers, friends, and the community, Legacy Ag Credit broke ground on the new building Monday, Jan. 3. Construction is expected to begin soon. Courtesy Photo

Join Texas Arena League at Legends Polo Club (3018 FM 2578, Kaufman) for the fast-paced action of arena polo. Players and horses compete in events around Texas to determine the Texas Arena League Champions.

The Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative Charitable Foundation awarded a grant Dec. 22, in the amount of $1,500 to the Van Zandt County Precinct Watch Program.