Sports

Madison County Library System and Central Mississippi Regional Library System have partnered with the Mississippi Braves for the Team Up for Reading Program which fosters youth literacy and a love of reading.

Some want a Heisman, some want a Superbowl ring; the Canton Academy cheerleading squad wants the Banana.

Kelvon Johnson, senior at Canton Academy, recently signed a baseball scholarship with Hinds Community College.

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. 

Cameron Glass, NCAA decorated swimmer, stood before the Canton Board of Alderman with trophies and pride but took none of the glory. He wanted to make sure his coach, Coach James Wash, was recognized for the influence on his life. 

Both Canton High School (CHS) and Canton Academy (CA) have seen major success and growth this baseball season.