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Flock Cameras in Cherokee County: Privacy Concerns vs. Police Defense After Deputy Arrests
Three Cherokee County deputies were arrested in June 2026 for allegedly misusing the Flock Safety license plate reader database to track people for personal reasons. The arrests — uncovered through a self-initiated internal audit — have intensified a debate over privacy, surveillance, and police accountability in Canton and Woodstock, where the sheriff's office and city police operate a combined ten Flock cameras.
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Who Oversees Your Vote? New Appointments to Cherokee County Board
The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners recently finalized key appointments to the Board of Elections, a move central to maintaining election integrity in
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Crime & Safety
Flock Cameras in Cherokee County: Privacy Concerns vs. Police Defense After Deputy Arrests
Three Cherokee County deputies were arrested in June 2026 for allegedly misusing the Flock Safety license plate reader database to track people for personal reasons. The arrests — uncovered through a self-initiated internal audit — have intensified a debate over privacy, surveillance, and police accountability in Canton and Woodstock, where the sheriff's office and city police operate a combined ten Flock cameras.
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Elections
Who Oversees Your Vote? New Appointments to Cherokee County Board
The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners recently finalized key appointments to the Board of Elections, a move central to maintaining election integrity in
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Who is Running for Cherokee County Chairman? 2026 Election Field Takes Shape
As the 2026 general election approaches, incumbent Harry Johnston defends his fiscal record against a backdrop of rapid growth and new infrastructure spending
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Opinion
Canton Property Tax Increase: City Council Weighs New Rate and 400-Acre Zoning
Canton residents face a 13.72% property tax hike as City Council considers 400 acres of new zoning. We examine the impact of rapid growth on local taxpayers.
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Local Government
What's Next for Prominence Point? Canton Development Faces Scrutiny
Cherokee County leaders are sounding the alarm over a high-density development at 620 Prominence Point Parkway, citing traffic and "for-rent" concerns.
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How to Lower Your Cherokee County Property Taxes: Homestead Exemption Guide
Cherokee County homeowners face rising assessments, but local exemptions offer a vital shield. Learn how to navigate the April 1 deadline and hold the line on
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