City of Canton, Missouri

06/17/2026

Head's up, everyone!

There is a potential for severe weather this afternoon/evening.

Remember to stay alert and weather aware today,

-have a way to receive weather alerts
-stay indoors and away from windows
-keep an eye on the sky.

06/17/2026

06/16/2026

This year's Juneteenth Freedom Day celebration will be held on Saturday, June 20th, and NOT on June 19th. Enjoy time together, good food and good company, while you take in the history of Lincoln School and our community's heritage.

06/16/2026

Mark your calendars now!!

06/12/2026

Canton, MO Board of Aldermen Meeting, June 15, 2026, 6 pm

06/09/2026

90 years ago today, June 9, 2026, Mississippi River traffic started moving through Lock and Dam 20 here at Canton. What amazing changes and opportunities that brought to our area!

Today we are wishing a happy birthday to Lock and Dam 20 near Canton, Missouri! At 90 years young, Lock and Dam 20 has been helping vessels navigate the Mississippi River since June 9, 1936.

Today, 21.7 million tons of cargo pass through Lock and Dam 20 annually.

06/03/2026

While you're in Canton this Saturday, enjoy some refreshments and maybe support some non-profit organizations at the same time!

Hungry? Have a Sweet Tooth? We’ve got you covered!
Join us on Saturday, June 6th for the Pelican Bob Car Show and Block Party! Our non-profit organizations are going to satisfy those hungry cravings you’ve been having. Here’s the Line up:

06/02/2026

From Mayor Fretwell: The Canton Police Department and the City of Canton welcomes the newest police officer to the Canton Police Department - Samuel Weber. Samuel comes from the Eldon MO Police Department where he has been an officer for one year. He will be joining Anthony Shaffer in the Palmyra Police Department training program which is one of the best training programs in the area. Both officers will be on full time duty here in Canton around the first part of July. The City of Canton wishes to thank Police Chief Mike Baker and the Palmyra Police Department for training our new incoming officers.

06/02/2026

Can you help tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3rd?

06/02/2026

Your Canton Public Library offers options for everyone........