November 2022

TxDOT to hold public meeting on outer loop

The Texas Department of Transportation has announced that they will host a meeting seeking the public’s input on a proposed project that would connect SH 305 to South of Interstate 20 with an interchange at US Highway 80 and Interstate 20 in Kaufman County.

AARP Driver Safety Course

AARP Driver Safety Program and the Van Zandt County Library at 317 First Monday Lane in Canton are sponsoring a driver safety class on Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 12 p.m.

Gas prices remain steady over past week

Average gasoline prices in Texas are unchanged in the last week, averaging $3.13/g Nov. 7, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 8.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 7.4 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.

Gooden receives Hero of Main Street Award

The National Retail Federation and Texas Retailers Association presented Congressman Lance Gooden with the NRF “Hero of Main Street” award for his staunch support of the retail industry Oct. 19.

SPCA removes allegedly abandoned animals

The SPCA of Texas and the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office have removed 18 allegedly abandoned dogs—13 dogs and five newborn puppies—from a property near Kemp, Texas. The owner previously relinquished custody of the animals.
Representatives from the SPCA of Texas and Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office recovered 18 allegedly abandoned dogs from a Kemp area property last week. Photos courtesy of SPCA of Texas

Mary Kathryn Borotkanics

1955-2022 Mary Kathryn Borotkanics was a caring, loving wife and mother, grandmother, and sister. She left this world on Nov.