Lodge are the only ones I have been able to get a good season on. I have tried other brands and they never seem to season up good. Even the Lodge Logic pre-seasoned need to be seasoned some more. Crisco is your friend!
I am in Canton too. Good to hear there are others in the area. I have been brewing for about 3 years and just started all grain on my last batch. I would love to meet up with others in the area. I travel with my job and am usually out of town Monday through Thursday.
Rob
Brewmasters Warehouse in Marietta is a good place to get supplies. I found a home brew club in Woodstock near where I live, but have not met up with them yet.