State average is 67.44 percent
About 73 percent of Cherokee County high school students graduated within four years in 2012, according to new figures the Georiga Department of Education released this week. See how individual schools in Canton fared here or in the accompanying PDF.
Commencement ceremonies start Thursday for Cherokee County's Class of 2013.
The time is upon us! Below are the Cherokee County school system's graduation dates and times for the commencements to be held at First Baptist Church of Woodstock, which will stream the ceremonies live online here: http://www.fbcw.org/media/live-media/ Also check out the PDF lists of graduating seniors accompanying this article. See also:
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Parents and students in Canton are invited to share with the community senior class pictures, and high school or college graduation photos in the gallery below.
You can post pictures by clicking on the "Upload Photos and Videos" button. Don't forget to include well wishes or special memories in the caption or comments section!
Here are the latest food and vendor inspections conducted by the Cherokee County Environmental Health Department.
Before heading out to dinner, check out the most recent restaurant inspection reports compiled by the Cherokee County Environmental Health Department. Violations are included in this report for scores below B. Click on "Last inspection" to see all current violations. 7 Tequilas 5947 Holly Springs Parkway, Woodstock 30188 Last inspection: May 20, Score: 85, Grade: B All About Health 12195 Highway 92, Woodstock 30188 Last inspection: May 14, Score: 94, Grade: A Cameron Hall Assisted Living 240 Marietta Highway, Canton 30114 Last inspection: May 15, Score: 99, Grade: A Cherokee Lanes 1149 Marietta Highway, Canton 30114 Last inspection: May 15, Score: 90, Grade: A Dixie Speedway 150 Dixie Drive, Woodstock 30189 Last inspection: May 20, Score: …
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This weekend's heavy rain moves out of Canton, making way for mostly sunny skies by the weekend.
After yet another weekend filled with flood warnings and event cancellations throughout the metro area, Canton is in for some sunny skies early this week and this Memorial Day weekend, though rain will be likely on Wednesday. According to the National Weather Service, the Etowah River in East Cherokee remained above flood stage and was still rising Monday, with minor flooding continuing mostly east of Canton near the I-575 bridge. A chance of scattered strong showers and thunderstorms continues Monday, with mostly sunny skies and a high of 87, according to the National Weather Service's Canton forecast. Tuesday will be mostly sunny with a high near 87, and a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms after 5 p.m. Showers are likely Wednesday with …
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Here are the latest food and vendor inspections conducted by the Cherokee County Environmental Health Department.
Before heading out to dinner, check out the most recent restaurant inspection reports compiled by the Cherokee County Environmental Health Department. Violations are included in this report for scores below B. Click on "Last inspection" to see all current violations. Bedoe's Bar & Grille 6115 Hickory Flat Highway Suite 101 & 102 Canton, GA 30115 View Last inspection: May 9, Score: 91, Grade: A Cameron Hall Assisted Living 240 Marietta Highway Canton, GA 30114 View Last inspection: May 13, Score: 71, Grade: C Issues: Food not separated and protected, food not stored covered, food-contact surfaces not cleaned & sanitized, improper cold holding temperature, improper date marking and disposition, food improperly labeled; original container; …
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Canton school ranks in Newsweek's best 2,000 high schools.
Patch users give us some suggestions on celebrating the big day.
Whether it's showering Mom with gifts or taking her out for some fine dining, we've got some tips on celebrating Mother's Day 2013, with help from some Canton Patch readers like yourself. We asked you for shopping and dining suggestions, and here are some of the responses we received: On Canton Patch: I hear the new Painted Pig Tavern in Downtown Canton is going to be doing an awesome Mother's Day Brunch! On Canton Patch's Facebook page: o charlies i love that place The Painted Pig Tavern in Historic Downtown Canton Plus, the folks at Liberty Hill Church tell us they're having a special Mother's Day Celebration at the Canton Theatre. And, check out the photo that Canton Patch reader Sherri Fowler shared with us above!
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The "nation's largest single-day food drive" is this Saturday.
Millions of American families need food assistance, and the National Association of Letter Carriers this Saturday will hold what organizers say is the nation's largest single-day food drive. The association collected more than 73 million pounds of food during last year's Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, according to Michael Miles with the United States Postal Service. More than 200,000 pounds of that was collected in metro Atlanta, he said. The United States Postal Service wants people to step up to the challenge again. Saturday, the agency is urging everyone in Canton and beyond to leave non-perishable food donations in a bag near their mailboxes. Letter carriers will pick up the donations, which will be delivered to local community food …
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In celebration of Mother's Day 2013 in Canton, share your favorite pictures and memories of Mom.
Mother's Day 2013 is fast approaching on Sunday, May 12, and what better way to honor Mom than sharing your favorite pictures and memories with fellow Canton Patch readers? So far this week we've asked you to share the best Mother's Day brunch spots as well as best places to find gifts for Mom. Now we would love it if you'd share your favorite picture of your mother. It's easy – all you have to do is hit one of the "Upload Pictures and Videos" buttons accompany this article, choose your picture, and tell us in the caption why you love your mom! To help get you started, we've shared a picture of our Community Editor Liz Kennedy enjoying a Braves game with her lovely mom. If you don't want to share a picture, you can still tell us all about …
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Dottie Williams
11:32 am on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Hana Japanese Restaurant is one of my favorites. I am sure they will make the necessary adjustments soon. Thanks for this report! more ›