Mayor Vetoes Canton Restaurant District Ordinance

The ordinance would allow residents to carry out a single serving of alcohol from licensed establishments within a particular area.

Canton Approves Downtown Open Container Proposal

Residents will be allowed to carry out a single serving of alcohol from licensed establishments in a designated restaurant district.

Canton City Hall To Move Into Former High School

The city said it will be closed Monday, Sept. 3 for Labor Day and Tuesday, Sept. 4 for the move. Operations will resume Wednesday, Sept. 5.

County Wants Input For Recreation Center At Veterans Park

Residents are asked to provide feedback on what type of programs they'd like to see at the proposed recreation center.

Cherokee County Closes Blalock Road Recycling Center

The Cherokee County Marshal's Office said the center on Blalock Road near Holly Springs will be closed for an indefinite period of time.

Entertainment District Under Consideration In Canton

Councilman Nick Estes' proposal would allow patrons to take alcoholic drinks from certain establishments within the downtown area.

Canton Approves 2018 Millage Rate

The city's millage rate is 5.4 mills, the lowest rate in Cherokee County.

Canton Announces Proposed Property Tax Increase

The proposed fiscal year 2019 budget prepared by the city requires a millage rate that's higher than the rollback millage rate.

Canton Bans Smoking In Downtown Public Areas

Canton's ban applies to city parks, buildings, playgrounds, streets and sidewalks in the Central Business District.

County Awards Contract To Build Veterans Monument

The monument will be installed at the Cherokee Veterans Park on Highway 20 east of Canton.

Ballinger Named To National Child Welfare Fellows Program

The Child Welfare Fellows Program will focus on several relevant topics, including child welfare structure and financing.

Inmate Workforce Program Saves County $47,000

Non-violent inmates at the Cherokee County Adult Detention Center perform litter control, landscaping and janitorial duties at county parks.

Bells Ferry Road To Close For Realignment Project

The road will be closed to through traffic between Sixes and Ridge roads in Canton from June 13 to July 31, Cherokee County said.

Economic Development Manager Leaving Canton

Matthew Thomas will start a new job with the city of Alpharetta. His last day is Friday, June 1.

Recount Confirms Johnston's Win In Chairman's Race

The margin of victory over fellow challenger Stanley Townsend dwindled ever so slightly from 98 to 97 votes, elections officials said.

Johnston Squeaks Out Win In Cherokee BOC Race

BREAKING: A 98-vote difference separates Harry Johnston from fellow challenger Stanley Townsend.

Thieves Steal City Of Canton Public Works Truck: Cops

The truck, which was loaded with various lawn equipment, was stolen early Wednesday morning.

District Attorney Endorses Todd Hayes For Solicitor General

Shannon Wallace is backing Todd Hayes in his bid to become Cherokee County's next solicitor general.

Former Sheriff Endorses Hobson In Solicitor General's Race

Former Cherokee Sheriff Roger Garrison is throwing his support behind attorney Sarah Hobson.

Early Voting Underway In Cherokee County

The last day to vote early for the May 22 primary will be Friday, May 18.

I-75 Resurfacing Project Starts April 23 In Cobb County

Cherokee County motorists are reminded to pack their patience and expect delays over the next several months.

Ball Ground Company Receives Accreditation

Achieving accreditation is a process where healthcare organizations demonstrate compliance with national standards.

City To Buy Former Canton High School Building

Canton plans to use the building, which previously housed the Cherokee County School Board Auditorium, as its new City Hall.

Tag Renewal Kiosks Come To Cherokee County

The Georgia Motor Vehicle Division's kiosks are located at Kroger on Hickory Flat Highway in Canton and Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock.

Credit Reporting Bill Passes State House

The bill, sponsored by Rep. Scot Turner (R-Holly Springs), prohibits companies from charging a fee to freeze or unfreeze a credit account.

Police Organization Backs Solicitor-General Candidate

"The fact that they have placed their confidence in me by deciding to stand behind me in this race is incredibly moving," the candidate said

Candidate Receives Endorsement From Fraternal Order Of Police

Todd Hayes, the county's chief assistant solicitor general, is running to become Cherokee County's next solicitor general.

Cherokee State Of The County, Feb. 1

We've heard the state of the union, now how about the county? The event is Thursday at 11:30 a.m.

Cherokee County Judge To Run For Superior Court Seat

Juvenile Court Judge Tony Baker is seeking the seat held by Judge Jackson Harris, who announced he will not be seeking re-election.

Cherokee Superior Court Judge Won't Seek Re-Election

Judge Jackson Harris served for four years as Juvenile Court judge before moving over to the Superior Court in 2001.

Cherokee Animal Shelter Opens New Intake Facility

The facility is about 9,100 square feet, and includes triage rooms, medical treatment areas and a grooming area.

Canton Seeks Input On $38.2M Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion

The public input meeting will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018, at Canton City Hall.

Free Trash Disposal Now Offered at Canton Collection Site

The service is only open to residents in the city limits, and there are restrictions on what will be accepted.

Fair Housing Assessment Begins In Cherokee County

The public is invited to provide input on ways to overcome the identified barriers to fair housing.

Canton Begins Project To Upgrade Mapping, IT Systems

The sweeping upgrade of the city's infrastructure will enhance security and provide access to improved mapping technology software.

Canton Re-Elects Bill Grant, Outs John Rust From City Council

Cherokee County voters have also overwhelmingly approved renewing the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax.

Canton 2017 Election Guide: Candidates, Polling Locations, Hours

Voters will go to the polls Nov. 7 to elect city council members and consider renewing the county SPLOST. Here's what you need to know.

Jones Building Renovations Kick Off In Canton

Crews will soon begin repairing the roof and removing partitions that were installed when Cherokee County used the space for offices.

CRPA Cuts Ribbon On Cherokee Veterans Park

The park is situated on 149 acres along Cumming Highway across from Water Tank Road in the Macedonia community.

Hurricane Irma Brings Down Trees, Power Lines In Cherokee

Several intersections were closed, and the Cherokee Sheriff's Office encouraged residents to stay off the roads to allow for cleanup.