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Canton Academy Announces 2025 Homecoming Court

Special to The Canton News Canton Academy has announced its 2025 Homecoming Court, highlighting students from across multiple grade levels who will be recognized during the school’s annual homecoming festivities.The court includes representatives from grades six through twelve, along with a flower girl and crown bearer.Representing the lower grades are Ally Jerome, 6th grade junior maid; Hartleigh Hollingsworth, 7th grade maid; Josie Stribling, …Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

Canton leaders hold roundtable on future of Head Start

Special to The Canton News Canton officials joined federal and community partners recently to discuss the future of Head Start programs in Madison County, focusing on funding and long-term support for early childhood education.Mayor Tim Taylor took part in a roundtable with Dr. Laurie Todd Smith, deputy secretary for early childhood development, representatives from Friends of Children of Mississippi and other local leaders.The discussion center…Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

Dr. Juanita Sims Doty honored with commemorative gazebo in Canton

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Dr. Juanita Sims Doty honored with commemorative gazebo in Canton CANTON, Miss. (WLBT) – Dr. Juanita Sims Doty was honored Sunday for her dedication to her hometown of Canton and service to the metro area. “This has been a wonderful day and it’s special for Juanita, but Juanita is special for us,” said Mayor of Jackson John Horhn. During the ceremony, Doty received a commemorative gazebo, benches, and markers located on the campus of In His Step…Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

Nissan Plans 2028 Xterra Revival as Hybrid SUV

According to various news reports, but with no official press release from Nissan, Nissan Motor Corporation is preparing to revive its Xterra nameplate in 2028, reintroducing the rugged off-road SUV as a hybrid model. Company leaders have said the decision reflects a reassessment of its U.S. product strategy, balancing electrification efforts with the economics of mid-sized utility vehicles in North America. At a dealer meeting held on August 20…SUV · Canton Read Article

CA boys cross country earns 23rd at MTC

Special to The Canton News The Canton Academy boys cross country team finished 23rd overall at the Memphis Twilight Classic, with several runners posting competitive times against a large regional field.Brayden Armstrong led the Panthers, crossing the line in 22 minutes, 13.58 seconds to secure 157th place. Close behind, Ian Whittington finished 161st in 22:16.12, and McCoy Rather was 162nd in 22:16.69.Eli Brock added a 238th-place finish with a…Carolina Panthers · Canton Read Article

Canton High School alumni disappointed by homecoming tailgate cancellation

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Mississippi high schools cancel tailgates in response to tailgating violenceCanton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

CPSD hosts McKinney-Vento training to support students experiencing homelessness

The Canton Public School District’s (CPSD) Office of Federal Programs recently hosted a districtwide training session focused on supporting students experiencing homelessness. The training, held as part of CPSD’s ongoing commitment to equity and access, featured guest presenter Tiffany Jones, McKinney-Vento manager for the Jackson Public School District. Jones led the professional development session, offering guidance and best practices for imp…Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

Canton officials press utility leaders over rising bills

Special to The Canton News City leaders are vowing to press for relief as Canton residents grapple with steep increases in their utility bills.Mayor Tim Taylor, Rep. Johnathan McMillan, Alderman Lafayette Wales and City Clerk Dr. Chuconna Anderson met recently with Canton Municipal Utilities leadership to address what they described as “skyrocketing” charges that have placed heavy burdens on families, especially seniors and residents on fixed in…Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

CoffeeTime: “TATTLERS VERSUS WHISTLEBLOWERS”

The difference between a whistleblower or a tattler is their mission- no matter what they publicly declare. Whistling is to trying prevent potential disaster from happening to innocent people. In other words, whistleblowing is attempting to do your part to make sure bad stuff doesn’t continue. It’s definitely a brave act on the part of the whistleblower, knowing even as they speak out that the said bad stuff could very easily land on them. We …Canton, Mississippi · Canton See the Story

Luckett of CHS selected for 2025–26 Madison County Youth Leadership Class

Special to The Canton News Alexandria Luckett, a dedicated junior at Canton High School, has been selected to represent her school in the prestigious 2025–26 Madison County Youth Leadership (MCYL) Class.The announcement was made by the Madison County Business League & Foundation in partnership with the Madison County Economic Development Authority (MCEDA). Each year, one junior from every public, private and parochial school in Madison County—in…Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article