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Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against Rudy Warnock, Cleveland Anderson

Canton, Mississippi · Canton

Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against Rudy Warnock, Cleveland Anderson

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Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against Rudy Warnock, Cleveland Anderson JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – A federal judge has denied a last-minute motion to dismiss one of the charges against a former Canton city engineer and his alleged co-conspirator days before the two are set to go to trial. Rudy Warnock and Cleveland Anderson are facing multiple charges in connection with a bribery scheme in the city of Canton. [READ: Weeks before he’s set to…Read Article

Tree blocks road in Canton; deputy clears path until crews arrive

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Tree blocks road in Canton; deputy clears path until crews arrive

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A fallen tree caused a traffic disruption in Madison County on Tuesday Read Article

A Hidden Treasure: Merri Pennie’s Mercantile & Tearoom

Canton, Mississippi · Canton

A Hidden Treasure: Merri Pennie’s Mercantile & Tearoom

Invite a friend or two and plan a trip to the Historic Canton Square for a delicious lunch.See the Story

Juneteenth celebrated by Cantonians with cleanup day, 5k, block party

Special to The Canton News Residents of Canton came together to celebrate Juneteenth with a weekend of community-focused events, including a citywide cleanup, a 5k run/walk and a festive block party.The celebration kicked off Friday morning with a Community Impact Day. Volunteers gathered across all wards to pick up litter, spruce up parks and help beautify the city. Organized in partnership with local civic leaders, the effort underscored the i…Juneteenth · Canton Read Article

Canton unveils marker honoring March Against Fear

Special to The Canton News A new marker was recently unveiled at McNeal Elementary School in Canton to commemorate the city’s role in the 1966 March Against Fear.The event, organized by the Canton Convention and Visitors Bureau, highlighted a pivotal moment in civil rights history. On June 23, 1966, civil rights marchers arrived in Canton and attempted to set up tents on the grounds of McNeal Elementary School. According to the newly-installed m…Martin Luther King Jr. · Canton Read Article

Change in leadership in the City of Canton

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Change in leadership in the City of Canton CANTON, Miss. (WLBT) – The dawn of a new administration is on the horizon in the City of Canton. Mayor-elect Tim Scott Taylor will be the new face at city hall on Tuesday. While he’s taking over the reins, outgoing Mayor William Truly plans to retire and shy away from the political realm. As he removes the name plate from his boardroom seat, long-time mayor Williams Truly counts that moment as a bitters…Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

Agape Camp celebrates first overnight camps, marking milestone for Canton youth

Special to The Canton News For more than thirty years, In His Steps Ministries, Inc. has faithfully served the Canton community through Christ-centered programs for children, youth and families. This summer, the ministry marked a significant milestone: the launch of its first-ever overnight Agape Camps.Founded by Rev. Jasper and Carolyn Bacon, In His Steps Ministries is a Christian 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to help marginalized youth kn…Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

How Managed Services Improve Business Continuity

In our fast-paced world, businesses face challenges and unexpected events that can disrupt operations. This is where the concept of business continuity comes into play. It's all about having plans in place so your business can keep running, no matter what life throws at it. Managed Service Providers (MSPs) like Nextstep Innovation play a crucial role in making sure businesses can bounce back quickly from disasters and maintain continuity. Let's …Cyber Security · Canton Read Article

Letter from the Editor: Lifelong students never truly leave us

By Courtney WarrenAs teachers, it’s not uncommon to have students who leave an impression—but every so often, someone truly special walks into your life and leaves a permanent mark. Reagan is that student for me.From the moment she entered my classroom in the seventh grade, I knew she was different. Not just bright—brilliant. Not just motivated—driven. Being her teacher wasn’t easy, but it was one of the most rewarding challenges I’ve ever taken…Education · Canton Read Article

CA sixth graders have unforgettable day at TopGolf and Old Mountain Adventure

Special to The Canton News Canton Academy’s sixth-grade class had a memorable day that didn’t go quite as planned—but ended up being even better than expected. The students were en route to their graduation canoeing trip at the Okatoma River when they received the unfortunate news that the trip had been canceled.But there was no need for disappointment with Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. Curro behind the wheel of the school van. A few quick …Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article

Canton Academy chemistry students complete capstone projects

Special to The Canton News Ms. Moseley’s chemistry classes at Canton Academy wrapped up the school year with individual capstone projects.Students were tasked with choosing a topic, conducting research, and creating a 20-minute presentation, where they took on the role of the teacher. These presentations included bell work, homework, a lesson, a quiz, and even mini-labs in some cases.Throughout the process, students explored the chemistry behind…Canton, Mississippi · Canton Read Article