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Historical Commission wraps up busy October

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The Van Zandt County Historical Commission’s October was a busy one, with members in all parts of the county working to showcase Van Zandt County’s heritage and preserve it for the future. A highlight of the month was the commission’s regular meeting Oct.
Members of the Van Zandt County Historical Commission recently visited the Cana Cemetery including left to right, Jeff Priest, Elvis Allen, Lisa Mays-Gonzalez, and Cindy Cooper. Courtesy photo

Upcoming elections discussed during RCVZC meeting

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susan@vanzandtnews.com The Republican Club of Van Zandt County gathered for a productive meeting at the VZC Farm Bureau Event Center in Canton Oct. 27, where members engaged in discussions about local governance, upcoming elections, and community initiatives.
Van Zandt County Republican Party Chairman Lance Lenz spoke during the regular monthly meeting of the Republican Club of VZC Oct. 27 at the VZC Farm Bureau Event Center in Canton. Lenz reminded those in attendance that the time period to sign up to run for a VZC office for the March 2026 Primary Election is Nov. 8 through Dec. 8. Photo by Faith Caughron

TxDOT project updates for the week of Oct. 27

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The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is planning to conduct the following construction and maintenance work in Van Zandt County during the week of Oct. 27.

Briefs

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The Carter BloodCare Bus will be having a blood drive from 12:30-6 p.m. Monday, Nov.

Blotter

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The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office released the following arrest report from Oct. 21-28.

VZC Fire Marshal’s office rescinds burn ban

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davidb@vanzandtnews.com Less than a week after the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court implementing a burn ban, the VZC Fire Marshal’s office announced Oct. 27 that the burn ban had been rescinded.

Deer season brings increased vehicle collisions

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susan@vanzandtnews.com Van Zandt County Pct. 4 Constable Bob Keltner is wanting drivers to pay closer attention as deer season arrives as local authorities are reporting a significant rise in vehicle versus deer crashes.
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