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05/26/2025

Thankful for another Memorial Day!

05/26/2025

At the end of the day, we won't forget all those that made it possible.

05/26/2025

The Canton Lions Club has made a contribution to local history by donating a photograph of the 1950 Canton Lions to The Old Jail Museum in Canton.

https://www.cantonnews.net/article/2056,canton-lions-club-donates-historic-photo-to-the-old-jail-museum

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05/26/2025

Today, we honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. Their sacrifice is the reason we stand united. Let’s teach the next generation to never take that for granted. Have a safe and Happy Memorial Day!

05/26/2025

💙 The Mississippi Monitor is showing love in Week Two of their Gail Pittman Pottery Giveaway with a heart-shaped bowl that’s as sweet as it sounds. The pitcher is already claimed — so don’t miss out on this week’s prize.

Want in? Head over to themississipimonitor.com, then share their post — not this one — and comment “Shared.”

This weekly giveaway runs through Thursday with new chances every Friday!

05/23/2025

Memorial Day Weekend has begun!
We are thankful !

05/23/2025

The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) will be out and about this weekend as it focuses its efforts on keeping drivers safe during the 2025 Memorial Holiday Travel period.

MHP said its enhanced focus on the holiday travel period will start Friday, May 23 at 6:00 p.m. and end Monday, May 26 at midnight.

“As we enter the summer travel season, our commitment to safety reaches its peak,” said MHP Lt. Colonel James Ivory. “We encourage both our citizens and visitors to fully enjoy what Mississippi has to offer, but safety must always come first. Our Troopers are dedicated to reminding travelers to exercise caution as they embark on their weekend journeys. Additionally, let us take a moment this weekend to honor the true meaning of Memorial Day and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.”

Drivers can expect to see more troopers on the roadways as they conduct speed checks, safety checks and ensure compliance with traffic laws such as wearing seat belts.

05/23/2025

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05/22/2025

Two outstanding seniors, Gates Welch and Ayden Hughes, were recently voted Mr. and Miss Canton Academy, a prestigious honor awarded to students who exemplify leadership, character, academic excellence, and school spirit.

https://www.cantonnews.net/article/2055,mr-and-miss-canton-academy-welch-and-hughes

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05/21/2025

Car enthusiasts and coffee lovers alike will have a reason to rev up their engines this spring as the Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant gears up to host its much-anticipated “Cars & Coffee” event on Saturday, May 17.

https://www.cantonnews.net/article/2051,nissan-canton-to-host-annual-cars-coffee-event-on-may-17

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05/20/2025

The Mississippi Monitor is celebrating local art with a six-week giveaway featuring the beloved Gail Pittman pottery. Each week, a new winner will be selected, and the first week’s winner gets to choose their own piece! Visit themississipimonitor.com, share the giveaway post and comment “shared” to be eligible. Each contest runs from Friday to Thursday, with winners announced every Thursday and a new contest kicking off every Friday. Don’t miss your chance to bring home a Mississippi-made masterpiece.

www.themississippimonitor.com

05/20/2025

Bill Macneill recently took time to clean and restore a collection of old hand tools once used by his grandfather, F.W. Macneill, his father, B.W. Macneill, and family friend, Mr. Hammack.

https://www.cantonnews.net/article/2048,preserving-the-past-through-hand-tools

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