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Canton
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A log home in Harrison Township at (58 Arrow Road SW) was destroyed by fire on Jan. 19 when wood stove ashes ignited the porch amid below-zero conditions, leaving the Turkovich family with a total loss and prompting a GoFundMe fundraiser while no injuries were reported. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ABCD Inc. will host two meet-and-greet events with its new chief executive officer Tomier Davenport on Feb. 12. The events run from 11 a.m. to noon and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — both at The Will Dent Center for Economic and Community Development on Mahoning Road NE. The Repository
- ➤ More than 470 GameStop stores will close this month nationwide; two of those closures occur in Canton + outlets in Chardon, Cleveland Heights, Fairview Park and Lakewood. WKYC
- ➤ Akron-Canton Airport recorded 938,814 passengers last year, its highest count since 2017 and a 23.5% increase over 2024. Breeze Airways established its first Midwest crew base and new nonstop flights to Savannah and Charlotte will launch soon + more airline expansions will offer extra travel options. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Atelier & Ember Society hosted its inaugural dinner, gathering local community members for a flawless evening captured on video by Joe Albert. The event set the tone for future culinary gatherings. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Malone University is hosting its Spring Speaker Series from January through May at the Johnson Center, featuring speakers on topics like immigration, adaptive leadership, faith and family. The events include open Q&A sessions plus book signings, with today's lineup starting at 6:30 p.m. The Repository
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Light after Loss will host its free Hope Beyond the Darkness training for mental health professionals on Jan. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Hope & Healing Center at 3751 Burrshire Dr. NW. Debbie Swibel and Shannon Ortiz will lead the session and a book signing will follow. The Repository
- ➤ Cy Sulak, a 70-year-old guitarist in Northeast Ohio found relief from painful Dupuytren's contracture by using low-dose radiation therapy at Cleveland Clinic last year and now performs at local venues weekly. He recommends anyone noticing a lump on their hand (a possible sign of the condition) speak with a doctor. WKYC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Multiple high school athletic leagues in the Greater Akron area will realign starting the 2026-27 school year as teams shift among conferences and a new Portage County league forms in 2027. The Principals Athletic Conference, now including Canton South and Coventry, will see additional changes when school begins in August. The Repository
- ➤ Tuesday, Jan. 20, Canton South High School hired Badre Bardawil as its new head football coach, replacing Matt Dennison after his move to GlenOak High. Bardawil brings 26 years of coaching experience from Massillon + McKinley and led St. Thomas Aquinas to a 9-3 season. The Repository
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Galentine's Day Brunch
12-4 p.m. — Haymaker's Mill 1875 — $60 General Admission — Celebrate friendship with brunch delights and bottomless mimosas at this vibrant event.
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Sweet As Candy Valentine's Party
11 PM – 1 AM — 2950 Whipple Ave NW — Free entry — Celebrate Valentine's Day with DJ dancing, light snacks, and fun activities for adults with disabilities.
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Galentine's Day Comedy Showcase
8-9:30 p.m. — Canton Comedy Boom — $12.50 presale, $15 at door — Enjoy a night of laughter with the Females of Comedy as they share humorous tales of life and love.
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