Readers Rush to American Heritage Teacher's Defense

1. After Canton-Sixes Patch published a story about an American Heritage Academy teacher who allegedly hit a student on March 3, readers rushed to the educator's defense. Read their comments and the original story .

2. In other American Heritage news, school officials announced in an April 12 letter to parents that they found a new location at New Life Church, 154 Lakeside Dr., Holly Springs. Sinking in $12 million worth of debt, American Heritage lost its current facility to foreclosure on April 5. The foreclosure erased the debt.

3. Cherokee County commissioners discussed putting Sunday alcohol sales on a ballot, but didn't make a decision Tuesday night. Mayor Gene Hobgood said the council will address the issue at a May work session. Holly Roberson filed immediately after Tuesday's county meeting.

4. After you get the kids off to school, log on to Canton-Sixes Patch at 8 a.m. for our weekly discussion. Recently, a Florida mother was arrested after she boarded a school bus and confronted her daughter's alleged bully – the school bus driver. This week, our Canton-Sixes Moms Council wants to know if it's ever appropriate for parents to take school matters into their own hands. Read what the council had to say, then add your own comments.

5. Don't forget to check out the array of parenting content on our site today.

• 6 a.m.: , a list of local deals.
• 8 a.m.: discussion.
• 2 p.m.: , local super youths who excel in various arenas.
• 4 p.m.: , suggestions for local places to get away when you need a break from the kids.