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Canton Christmas Festival Opens Soon

Monday, November 20 by Ashlee Davis

The Canton Christmas Festival will be open nightly from 5 pm – 9 pm on November 24th - 26th and will re-open nightly from December 1st - 23rd.The Christmas Festival in Canton will feature several activities and attractions this year. As always, the historic... Read More.

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US Postal Service hosting job fair Tuesday in Canton; positions available in Carthage and Kosciusko

Monday, October 3 by Breck Riley

There’s a job fair happening in Canton Tuesday for the United States Postal Service.The company is hiring for Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) and Assistant Rural Carrier (ARC) positions in Canton, Carthage, Kosciusko, Durant, and Pickens.The Part-time positions pay $19.50 an hour.The job fair will... Read More.

Canton Amazon facility to open in July after delay

Tuesday, May 31 by Breck Riley

Amazon’s newest fulfillment center in Mississippi is set to open this summer, 18 months after the company announced the project.The Clarion Ledger reports the executive director of the Madison County Economic Development Authority confirmed Thursday that the facility would open July 18.The company already... Read More.

Nissan To Build Electric Vehicles In Canton

Thursday, February 17 by Randy Bell

Governor Tate Reeves and officials from Nissan gathered today at Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant to announce the company’s plans to build two all-new, all-electric vehicles in the state. Nissan plans to invest $500 million in its Canton facility to support this project, marking... Read More.

Rent and Utility Money Available

Friday, August 6 by Robbie Watson

Rent and utility money is still available. These resources are part of the Rental Assistance for Mississippi Program, also known as RAMP. The program provides rent and or utilities for eligible renters and or landlords impacted by... Read More.

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Do You Need Money for Rent and Utilities?

Monday, August 2 by Robbie Watson

Do you need additional money for rent and utilities because of the Covid-19 Pandemic? An upcoming Free Rental Assistance Fair is offering to help. Anyone in the state can attend the fair which will provide computers and... Read More.

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The Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Fest Continues This Weekend in Canton

Friday, July 2 by Robbie Watson

The Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Fest continues in Canton.WAPT-TV reports that the event — planned for Thursday through Sunday — is in its 36th year.Jana Dear, executive director of Canton Tourism, says the event draws pilots and crewmembers from around the nation.It will... Read More.

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Some Walmart Locations To Provide Covid-19 Vaccines Starting Today

Tuesday, February 9 by Robbie Watson

Select Mississippi Walmart stores will start providing the Covid-19 Vaccine starting today. According to the Mississippi Department of Health, certain locations will administer the vaccine, including Kosciusko and Canton in our region. Adults 65 and over and those with certain chronic health conditions are... Read More.

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Missing Canton Woman found dead in Madison County

Wednesday, December 18 by Staff Report

A Domino’s employee who was reported missing last week has been found dead, according to Madison County Sheriff Randy Tucker.Sheriff Tucker confirmed that the body of 31-year-old Helerica “Latrice” Dortch was found around 11 a.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Old Yazoo City and... Read More.

Silver Alert issued for Canton man

Monday, October 21 by Staff Report

The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert for Larry D. Blount, 61, of Canton, Miss.Blount is a black male, six feet tall, weighing 158 pounds, with black/gray hair and brown eyes.He was last seen Monday, Oct. 14, at about 5 p.m.... Read More.

deputy shot in the head, another wounded in Canton

Thursday, September 5 by Staff Report

Two deputies in Mississippi have been wounded, including one who a mayor says was shot in the head.News outlets report the shooting happened after a chase that ended outside of Canton Thursday morning.Canton Mayor William Truly says the suspect was also shot and is... Read More.