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🌱 Canton’s next athletic region will have just five teams

Canton, Mississippi Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Canton! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Canton’s next athletic region will have just five teams
  • Exploring Cypress Swamp with kids? Give wildlife its space

Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: More clouds than sun, with a high of 75 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 68, low: 40.
  • Friday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 62 and low of 33 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Vicksburg, Warren Central get surprises in MHSAA realignment (vicksburgpost.com) — Canton will be part of a five-team Region 2-6A under the MHSAA’s finalized 2027-29 realignment, rather than the usual six-team league. Warren Central, Ridgeland and Callaway remain alongside Canton, while Cleveland Central moves up from Class 5A to replace Greenville in the regional lineup.
   

• These 7 Mississippi Trails Are Great Family Hikes, But Snakes Love Them Too, So Here's What Kids Should Know (takingthekids.com) — Cypress Swamp near Canton is among seven Mississippi hiking spots highlighted for family outings, with a reminder that snakes share the scenery. The Natchez Trace Parkway wetland offers wildlife watching among bald cypress trees, but families should stay on the path, avoid reaching into vegetation and give snakes plenty of space.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Very friendly Cat found in Panther Creek neighborhood at Lakeshire Cove.
    Please message me if you recognize this baby. Does not seem to want to leave our garage. (Nextdoor Panther Creek)
  • Hello!
    I would love to help make your home your own personal paradise. Contact me for more information. (Nextdoor Green Oak/N Old Canton)
  • Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores posted a job opening for Retail Shift Leader in Canton. Apply here.
  • Aramark posted a job opening for General Utility Worker - UMMC Madison in Canton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Canton here.

🗞 Nearby News

Madison

  • Madison approves $11.74 million funding for 'The Gallery' project (clarionledger.com)
  • See how Scott Colom flipped Republican counties in U.S. Senate race (clarionledger.com)
  • 10 Mississippi Restaurants Serving Amazing Portions For Thanksgiving So You Can Skip The Cooking (takingthekids.com)

Ridgeland

  • Manhunt for burglary suspects in Ridgeland called off (wtva.com)

Ok Canton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Canton

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Canton

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.