Second Bridge Installed at Little River Park as Opening Nears

The city is urging residents to stay off the trails while construction remains active.

Cherokee Student Entrepreneurs to Pitch Live at Canton Theatre in March

The FLEX Cherokee finals bring the county's top young business minds to a historic downtown stage for a public competition.

CCSD Hosting Custodian Hiring Event Thursday in Canton

The district is offering starting pay of up to $27.56 an hour, benefits, and flexible scheduling for the positions.

Cherokee County Students Set AP Pass Rate Record, Topping State and Nation

An 85.1% pass rate and nearly 3,400 students taking college-level exams translate to an estimated $7.2 million in tuition savings for Cherokee families.

Cherokee County Sheriff's Office Promotes Deputy Ahmad Foster to Corporal

Foster, praised for his professionalism and community dedication, earned the promotion through consistent service to Cherokee County residents.

CCSD Climbs to 8th Highest-Achieving District in Georgia

The March edition of the district's monthly newsletter also highlights a job fair, kindergarten registration, and parent resources.

Multi-Agency SWAT Team Ends Hours-Long Woodstock Business Standoff

A man wanted on a felony firearm warrant barricaded himself inside his Highway 92 business for more than 12 hours before surrendering Thursday afternoon.

Indian Knoll Elementary Wins Cherokee County Reading Bowl Title

E.T. Booth Middle School also took home hardware as Cherokee County schools competed in the district's annual literacy competition.

Armed Standoff at Hwy. 92 Business Ends With Woodstock Arrest

A multi-agency SWAT response lasting more than 12 hours concluded peacefully Thursday afternoon after a wanted man barricaded himself inside his own business.

Woodstock Police, Firefighters to Deliver Easter Eggs to Kids' Doorsteps

Families inside city limits have until March 23 to register for the April 4 neighborhood egg drop.

Woodstock Arts Seeks Actors for Summer Productions of 'Annie,' 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid'

Auditions are open to anyone 8 and older, with slots available in person or virtually.

CCSD Teachers Step Up as Recruiters at Saturday Job Fair

A team of 22 educators from across Cherokee County will work to attract new teachers at River Ridge High School this weekend.

Sheriff Warns of Fake Traffic Citation Notices Circulating Across Georgia

The convincing scam documents include official-looking hearing dates and citation numbers — and threaten fines or license suspension to pressure victims into compliance.

Woodstock Police Warn Riders: That E-Bike May Actually Be a Motorcycle

Georgia law draws a hard line between electric bikes and motor-driven cycles — and the penalties for getting it wrong are real.

Woodstock Arts Brings High-Stakes Kitchen Drama to Stage March 13

Theresa Rebeck's "Seared" promises a fully functional onstage kitchen — and a battle between culinary artistry and cold, hard cash.

CCSD Launches Community Campaign to Become Georgia's Top School District

The Elevate 2032 strategic planning effort kicks off with a packed public forum, inviting Cherokee County residents to help shape the district's next chapter.

CCSD Board Members, Superintendent Hit Classrooms for Read Across America

District leaders traded the boardroom for the reading rug this week, joining students across Cherokee County for the annual literacy celebration.

CCSD Honors 10 School Social Workers During National Recognition Week

The Cherokee County School District spotlighted the professionals who connect students and families to critical support services.

83 Cherokee County Students Named to 2026 District Honor Band

The regional ensemble drew top musicians from every high school band program in the county.

Cherokee School Board Eyes Grading Policy, SPLOST Renewal in Training Session

Community engagement opportunities and a new strategic plan are also on the horizon for Cherokee County's school district.

Eight Cherokee County Seniors Earn National Merit Finalist Recognition

Students from four CCSD high schools advanced to the finalist round of one of the nation's most competitive academic scholarship programs.

CCSD Opens South Africa Educational Trip to All District Students

An online informational meeting March 12 will cover trip details, costs, and payment options for families of students in grades 8–11.

Cherokee County Students Earn Spots in Young Georgia Authors Regional Competition

Thirteen young writers from across the district advanced past school-level judging in the annual statewide literacy contest.

Woodstock Fire Department Warns of High Fire Danger Tuesday Afternoon

Dry fuels and low humidity create dangerous burning conditions across north and central Georgia through early evening.