BOC To Consider Temporary Moratorium On Sign Permits

Commissioners will hold a called meeting on Wednesday to consider the move, which would give staff time to review its sign ordinance.

Students Win Awards Honoring Late Teacher

Ten students with the Cherokee County School District were honored with Cindy Richards Woody Awards.

19 Job Openings Near Canton: PETCO, Microsoft, Verizon, Walmart

Here are this week's latest job listings.

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Offers Giving Tips Following Charleston Tragedy

Wanting to help the city of Charleston? Make sure your money is being used wisely.

Our Learning Philosophy - Educational Child Care

Provided by the Primrose School of Harmony on the Lakes

Hero Cop Saves Driver, Father Wins $12,500 Lottery Prize, 500 New Jobs: Good News

Some top 'good news' posts at Georgia Patch sites, including a 90th anniversary for area Goodwill programs. Plus, how to share on Patch!

A Shattered World (Response to Shooting in Charleston, South Carolina)

Our world is shattered. The brokenness revealing itself on a Wednesday night during a prayer meeting in Charleston, South Carolina.

Inmate Dies, Autumn Fest, Dad Wins $12,500, Fire Training Center, Movie Filming Sites

Plus, check out the latest jobs and food service scores around Canton.

Educators Use Summer Break To Brush Up On Teaching Skills

The Cherokee County School District offers more than 3 dozen classes during post-planning and summer break for teachers.

Follow These Tips To Avoid Being Struck By Lighting

Lightning Safety Awareness Week is June 21-27, and Cherokee County Division of Emergency Management is sharing these tips with residents.

Waleska Man, 18, Killed In Weekend Wreck

Jordin Metcalf was walking with his bicycle along S.R. 3 in Cartersville when he was hit by a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe late Saturday evening.

Goodwill of North Georgia Turns 90

One of the metro Atlanta oldest nonprofits, which has a location in Canton, has planned a year of events to engage the community.

Candidate Wants To Use Expertise To Serve Neighbors

James "Chip" McCarthy is one of four candidates running to become Cherokee County's next sheriff.

Dog Found in Hot Car, Teen Sweethearts Die in Crash, Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Boy Shot By Brother, Justin Ross Harris

Plus, police have released the name of a man found dead inside a submerged SUV and a 20-year-old woman has been missing for a week.

Retired Educators Make Donation To Reinhardt University

The Cherokee Retired Educators Association donated $2,000 to provide scholarships for students majoring in education.

Summer Special: Barracudas Versus Lightning

The Bradshaw Farm Barracudas won the CSSA Division Crown in 2013 and 2014

Preschoolers Share Their Wishes for Dad this Father's Day

Primrose School of Harmony on the Lakes hosts Donuts for Dads

Creekland Student Teacher Wins KSU Award

Derek Tobin was named Kennesaw State University’s Outstanding Student Teacher for Middle Grades for spring 2015.

Wind in the Willows: The Mad Adventures of Mr. Toad

Live performance presented by Lolek's Storytellers

Holly Springs Now Accepting Vendor Applications For Autumn Fest

The 12th annual Autumn Fest will take place Oct. 3 at Barrett Park.

Dazzling Threesome Dances Into Twilight Sky This Weekend

Shortly after the sun sets, you’ll see a dazzling alignment of the three brightest celestial bodies in the nighttime sky.

21 Management Jobs Near Canton: Bank of America, Target, Goodyear

Here are this week's latest job listings.

Health Department To Host Back-To-School Clinics

One clinic will be held July 21 in Woodstock and the other will be held July 28 in Canton.

Father Wins $12,500 Prize From Georgia Lottery

Ball Ground resident Mark Slaker was the grand prize winner in the Play It Again Reloaded Second Chance Promotion.

Doll Dance Camp at Dancentre South

Send us your dancer and her doll to share 4 days of dance-y togetherness!

Inmate Dies, Best Sandwich Shops, Fire Training Center Gets New Name, Chickens Killed, Job Openings

Plus, check out the latest jobs around Canton.

Cherokee Names Training Center After Assistant Fire Chief

Eddie Robinson was given the honor at Tuesday's County Commission meeting.

Cherokee Leads Metro Atlanta In Special Needs Graduation Rate

In 2014, the school district's rate was the highest among systems in the 10-county Atlanta Regional Commission.

Latest Homes for Sale in Canton-Sixes

Some of the latest home listings in the area, provided by Zillow.

Residents Asked To Help Identify Potential Movie Filming Sites

The Cherokee Office of Economic Development is asking Canton residents to help attract more Hollywood scouts and producers.

State Warns July 4th Motorists To "Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over"

Gov. Nathan Deal is participating in the Operation Zero Tolerance campaign to crack down on impaired drivers during the holiday period.

BBB Offers Advice for Finding the Perfect Gift for Dad

It is that time of year again. Father’s Day is right around the corner and consumers are looking for the perfect gift to honor dad.

Know Before You Go: B's For Olive Garden, Johnny's Pizza

Heading out to lunch or dinner? Get the dish on these Canton and Cherokee County establishments.

Code Orange: Air Quality Alert Issued for Wednesday

Code Orange means air quality could be unhealthy for sensitive groups.

Chickens Slaughtered in Georgia to Thwart Bird Flu's Spread

Egg prices soar as chicken flocks killed for precautionary measures due to influential poultry industry in Georgia.

Meet Primrose School's Family of the Month

Primrose School of Harmony on the Lakes honors the Priest family as its Family of the Month for June.

BOE Seeks To Fill Vacant Board Chair Position

The person chosen by the Cherokee School Board will serve out the unexpired term of Janet Read, who resigned last week.

Parent Survey Ranks Local Primrose School Among the Top

Parents at the Primrose School of Harmony on the Lakes Give Rave Reviews

Sold! 21 Homes Recently Sold in Canton-Sixes

Scroll through a list of local home sales compiled by Zillow.

BBB Warns: Scammers Prey on Affordable Housing Seekers

In a particularly malicious scam, con artists have created fake websites that prey on those looking for affordable housing