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The Canton Duplicate Bridge Results for July 26 are: First, Bonnie Magee and Judy Adams; Second, Gloria Rowland and Jo Ellen Wade; Third, Nelda Advent and Jo Ann Parten For July 29: First, Rosemary Mize and Selma Dawson; Second, Susan and Charles Ford; Third, Debra Pascoe and Suzanne Birdwell. For bridge information, please call Sandy Hilliard, 903 567-5670..

The current inflation rates are concerning for consumers preparing to begin their back-to-school shopping as students and parents gear up for the upcoming school year. According to the National Retail Federation, 84 percent of consumers expect higher prices this year, particularly for clothing and school supplies. To help combat increased costs, many consumers are spending more time comparatively shopping online for the best deals on necessary items. The Better Business Bureau reminds back-to-school shoppers interacting with digital marketplaces to be wary of online purchasing scams and to carefully evaluate the legitimacy of an online seller before paying for advertised products.

Even if high gas prices are draining your budget, don’t fall for this scam. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Scam Tracker has received reports that scammers are tempting drivers with phony gas station gift cards in an attempt to steal credit card details and other personal information.

Canton PD made the following arrests and responded to the following incidents from July 12 to July 18: Arrests: Haley D. Brown, 25, Terrell, criminal mischief.

The Van Zandt County Genealogical Society will have its regular monthly meeting on Saturday, July 23 at 2 p.m. at the Van Zandt County Library (317 First Monday Lane in Canton). The program for the meeting will be the history of the Texas Rangers law enforcement agency, presented by Kenny Ray, a native of Van Zandt County who is also a retired Texas Ranger.