Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
Good morning, Canton.
No one won the $86 million Powerball jackpot on Jan.
5, but several players across Ohio, including a $1 million winner in Canton, claimed smaller prizes. The jackpot climbs to $105 million for the drawing today at 10:59 p.m.
720 Market will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a Valentine’s Day event on Feb.
14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tremont Coffee in Massillon — additional seasonal market events will follow later this year.
Canton City Schools plan to consolidate buildings, redraw attendance zones, and adjust staffing to curb a $17 million budget deficit projected by 2028.
The changes include replacing Worley Elementary with Timken Elementary and may bring an operating levy on the November ballot, with the final plan due by Jan. 26.
Louisville High School football coach Chris Kappas resigned on Tuesday, Jan.
6 to become Mount Union's new defensive coordinator (he previously helped the program win national championships).
Residents can vote for Stark County High School Athlete of the Week nominees (from local schools including Alliance, Central Catholic, East Canton, Fairless, Jackson, Lake, Lake Center, Massillon, Perry, and Tuslaw) until 5 p.m. Thursday, with winners to be announced Friday on CantonRep.com.
America's Best Canton Challenge
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Housing Offered — Cheer on top All Star teams at this exciting cheerleading event.
Movement & Mocktail
Time TBA — Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — Handcrafted cocktails available — Celebrate Dry January with Pilates and delightful zero-proof cocktails.
Crushed Glass Winter Tree Art Class
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Lost Trail Winery and Vineyard — Registration required — Create a stunning crushed glass winter tree with berries in a charming window-look frame.
Miller Lite Canton Motorcycle Swap Meet
10 AM – 3 PM — Stark County Fairgrounds — Free entry for kids 16 and under — The largest motorcycle swap meet in northeastern Ohio filled with parts, leather, and delicious food.
Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour
7-9 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a century of thrills and laughs with the legendary Harlem Globetrotters.
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Pricing varies — Craft a cozy chunky knit blanket and enjoy light snacks and BYOB beverages.
Cucina Demonstration Dinner – Home-Style Tuscan Comforts
6-7:30 p.m. — Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — $75.00 - $80.00 USD — Experience delicious Tuscan cooking and delightful wines from talented chefs.
Buckin' on the Ridge Rodeo Night
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Riverland Arena — Ticket needed — Experience the thrill of big bulls and fast barrels at this adrenaline-packed rodeo event.
Matilda Pablo Live at Lost Trail Winery
6-8 p.m. — Lost Trail Winery and Vineyard — Free admission — Enjoy an evening of live music with Matilda Pablo in a charming winery setting.
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