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CA cheerleading squad brings home the Banana
CA cheerleading squad brings home the Banana
Some want a Heisman, some want a Superbowl ring; the Canton Academy cheerleading squad wants the Banana. 07/06/2021 11:28 AM
Hot air balloon fest begins soaring on the square
Hot air balloon fest begins soaring on the square
“You can go and watch a balloon fest but until you get close enough to feel the heat and smell the propane, you ain’t been there yet,” said Ken Johnston, pilot and hot air balloon meister for the Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Festival.  07/05/2021 10:41 AM
Celebrate the holiday at a State Park!
Celebrate the holiday at a State Park!
Mississippi's State Parks are known for offering unique, affordable opportunities for family summer outings, from boating to picnicking. In addition to these recreational and nature-based activities, a couple of state parks offer Fourth of July celebration events: 07/02/2021 04:03 PM
MDOT introduces “The Extra Mile” podcast
MDOT introduces “The Extra Mile” podcast
JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) introduces “The Extra Mile” podcast. This podcast is aimed at taking Mississippi’s traveling public behind the scenes of transportation infrastructure in the state. 07/01/2021 03:03 PM
In His Steps Ministries to host events for children
In His Steps Ministries to host events for children
Psalm 127:3 says “Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from Him.” Whether you have children or not, caring for the youth in our community is something that we should all do. 06/30/2021 03:20 PM
Hinds CC May 13 grads ready for the next step
Hinds CC May 13 grads ready for the next step
The Honors program at Hinds Community College’s Raymond Campus recently held their commencement ceremonies. 06/29/2021 10:56 AM
Johnson signs with Hinds Community College 
Johnson signs with Hinds Community College 
Kelvon Johnson, senior at Canton Academy, recently signed a baseball scholarship with Hinds Community College. 06/28/2021 01:34 PM
MCBLF hosts luncheon
MCBLF hosts luncheon
The Madison County Business League and Foundation (MCBL&F) Young Professionals hosted a professional development forum luncheon on Wednesday, May 5, at Georgia Blue in Madison.  The keynote speaker was Candie Simmons, SVP and Geography Marketing Strategist for Regions Bank.  The title of her presentation was “Developing Your Personal Brand.” 06/26/2021 09:00 AM
Mississippi native running across the state for the Diabetes Foundation of MS
Mississippi native running across the state for the Diabetes Foundation of MS
For the past seventeen years, Zane Hodge has taught English, film, and Bible for Mississippi Delta Community College. When he is not teaching, or ministering at the Centerville Baptist Church, he can be found swimming laps, running the streets of Greenwood or lifting weights in his backyard gym.  06/25/2021 12:05 PM
Law enforcement and first responders recognized
Law enforcement and first responders recognized
The Madison County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution proclaiming May 9-14, 2021, as Madison County Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, which led to many wanting to show their love and appreciation to local officers. 06/24/2021 02:44 PM
COMMENTS
Comment author: Grace Ant***nyComment text: She amazingly said...what a lovely story..Comment publication date: 8/27/25, 12:53 PMComment source: At 90, Cantonian credits faith for long life and unshakable joyComment author: WAITINGComment text: I READ AND FOLLOWED ALL INSTRUCTIONS TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE,I CONTACTED THE CITY OF CANTON SANITION/PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT AND TALKED WITH SOMEONE,FOLLOWED THEIR INSTRUCTIONS,ISSUE STILL UNRESOLVED.Comment publication date: 8/19/25, 5:36 PMComment source: City of Canton Garbage Collection AnnouncementComment author: Suzanne Williams Yoste ScanlanComment text: This is wonderful news!!! Thank you Canton Tourism and the Historical Society and John Kennedy for working to bring this special project to our city. I grow up in Phila, MS and every car my family had came from Harreld Chev.Comment publication date: 5/19/25, 10:01 AMComment source: Reviving a Beacon of Canton’s Past: The Harreld Chevrolet Legacy Lives OnComment author: Ricky Ricardo, Lobaki, Director of Business Development.Comment text: Hi. We love that sc***lars are getting the tools needed to encourage learning. The headset and content were actually paid/donated by Madison County Business League & Foundation, and Lobaki, Inc. was the proud MS based company elected by Madison County Business League & Foundation to provide the service. Please amend the article to reflect Madison County Business League & Foundation.Comment publication date: 1/23/25, 10:06 AMComment source: Canton Career Center receives virtual reality headsetsComment author: skibidiComment text: shes lowk a bad teacherComment publication date: 12/6/24, 1:56 PMComment source: Miller named District teacher of the yearComment author: Rachel TComment text: Best movie I've seen in a long time! Loved everything about it!!! So so good!Comment publication date: 9/29/24, 8:59 PMComment source: Movie Review: Reagan

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