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Going nuts for genealogy in VZC

Body Learning and laughs were on the program at the Spring Genealogy Workshop of the Van Zandt County Genealogical Society, which was held March 22 VZC/Sarah Norman Library in Canton.

VFW Post 12219 conducts swearing-in ceremony

Body On Thursday, March 13, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 12219 in Canton held a swearing in ceremony for three new members, Matthew Hernandez, Frank Duyka (WWII) and Tommy Forgue during the regular meeting.

Van Council announces resignation of city manager

Body susan@vanzandtnews.com Following a closed executive session at the conclusion of their regular monthly meeting March 13, the Van City Council announced the resignation of Van City Manager Mark Campbell.
Those in attendance at the regular monthly meeting of the Van City Council March 13 received some unexpected news following a closed executive session when it was announced that Van City Manager Mark Campbell had resigned after nearly three months on the job. No explanation was given for Campbell’s departure. Photo by Susan Harris

Burglary suspects arrested by VZC Sheriff’s Deputies

Body On March 12, 2025, deputies from the Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Precinct 2 area of Van Zandt County for a burglary that had already occurred, according to VZC Sheriff’s Department Captain Pete O’Reilly.

Republican Women of VZC hear from chief appraiser

Body On March 10, the regular monthly meeting of the Republican Women of Van Zandt County convened with a robust turnout and an agenda filled with important discussions and insights.
Van Zandt County Chief Appraiser Emily Reeves, left, was the guest speaker March 10 during the regular monthly meeting of the Republican Women’s Club of Van Zandt County. Reeves discussed the complexities of the property tax system during her presentation. Presenting the guest speaker was Jill Dutton from the Republican Women’s Club of VZC. Photos by Susan Harris

Candidate questionnaires, photos due April 4

Body Candidates in the May 3 Van Zandt County city and school elections are reminded to turn in their Candidate Questionnaires and photos to the offi ce of in Canton by 3 p.m. Friday, April 4.
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