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UT Health East Texas Urgent Care in Canton will relocate to a new, convenient location at 406 East State Highway 243 inside the UT Health East Texas Physicians Clinic beginning Monday, March 2. The urgent care will continue to offer extended hours and walk-in access for patients needing prompt treatment for minor illnesses and injuries.

susan@vanzandtnews.com On Feb. 12, the Edom City Council convened for its monthly meeting addressing various community issues and financial updates.

With the final list of candidates released following the Feb. 13 filing deadline, there are going to be more election cancellations than actual elections on May 2 across Van Zandt County due to a minimal number of candidates on the ballot.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com Van High School Band students that were named to the Class 4A All-Regional, All-Area, and All-State Band were recognized by the Van School Board during its regular monthly meeting Feb. 16. Trustee Michael Johnson was not in attendance.

Early Voting for the March 3 Republican and Democratic Primary Elections in Van Zandt County began Feb. 17 and continues through Friday, Feb. 27 at two locations: The VZC/ Sarah Norman Library located at 317 First Monday Lane (FM 859) in Canton, and The Movie House located at 255 Main Street downtown in Van.

Football fans attending games at Ken Autry Davis Field in Wills Point will notice something different for the 2026 football season as a new Jumbotron scoreboard will be in place. Trustee Dr.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com Before the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court unanimous vote Feb. 11 on the VZC Green Energy Temporary Moratorium, VZC Pct. 2 Commissioner Cliff Williams shared his comments on why he was voting in favor of the moratorium.

susan@vanzandtnews.com The Wills Point Chamber of Commerce hosted a heartfelt luncheon bringing together community members to celebrate local achievements and honor the service of veterans, particularly Reverend Donald Tisdale, a World War II veteran who recently celebrated his 99th birthday.

The Tailwind Airpark Community Aviation Scholarship (TACAS) is scheduled for Feb. 21 from noon to 3 p.m.

davidb@vanzandtnews.com During their regular meeting Feb. 11, the Van Zandt County Commissioners Court implemented an immediate 30-day burn ban for the second time this year.