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Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton launched a juicer and T-shirt inspired by the Super Bowl LX Uber Eats commercial (featuring its iconic rotunda and actors Matthew McConaughey and Bradley Cooper) and now offers them at its museum shop. WKYC
- ➤ Tameka Ellington, curator at the McKinley Presidential Library, will speak on Feb. 24 at the Massillon Museum’s Brown Bag Lunch from 12:10 to 12:50 p.m. Guests may bring a sack lunch or buy one at TWiLite Café while free cookies, coffee, and ASL interpretation are provided. The Repository
- ➤ The 10th season of Love is Blind now streams on Netflix, featuring Ohio locations from Columbus to Canton (Gravasi Vineyard) where singles test love. Two episodes will drop Feb. 25 while the finale airs Mar. 4. WKYC
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ No one won the Mega Millions jackpot Tuesday so thousands claimed smaller prizes across Ohio — the jackpot now stands at $416 million with a cash option of $193.1 million and the next drawing is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 20 at 11 p.m. WKYC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio natives Laila Edwards (Cleveland Heights) and Gwyneth Philips (Athens) are set to play today at 1:10 p.m. ET against Canada in a women's hockey game at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, as they help guide Team USA in the pursuit of gold. The Repository
- ➤ Mount Union earned a share of the OAC title with a win over Capital in the final regular season game last night. The Purple Raiders improved to a 22-2 record + claimed the top seed in the tournament using their season sweep tiebreaker over Otterbein. The Repository
- ➤ Stark County high school basketball saw close finishes with Canton South edging Tuslaw 63-57 and East Canton winning its game earlier this week. Louisville clinched a postseason berth with a decisive win over Cloverleaf and will open its sectionals on Saturday at 4 p.m. The Repository
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30th Annual North Canton Rotary Chili Open
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Arrowhead Golf Club & Banquet Center — Check website for pricing — A spicy day of golf, chili, and community spirit awaits at this beloved local event.
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Sam Knox Comedy Show
7 p.m. — Basil Asian Bistro — Admission added to bill — Enjoy dinner followed by laughs with Sam Knox and local comedians.
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Jeff Dunham Live
7-9 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — SOLD OUT — Experience the hilarious antics of ventriloquist Jeff Dunham in his Artificial Intelligence show.
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ToyRama Expo
10 AM – 3 PM — Stark County Fairgrounds — Family-friendly event — Dive into a treasure trove of vintage and modern toys, video games, cards, and more at Northeast Ohio's premier toy expo.
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St. Baldrick’s Foundation Fundraiser
12-3 p.m. — North Canton Racquet Club — Donations appreciated — Have fun while supporting childhood cancer research and be a hero for kids with cancer.
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Harlem Globetrotters
7-10 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Tickets valid for rescheduled date — Experience the legendary Harlem Globetrotters in action as they bring their unique blend of basketball and entertainment to Canton.
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Stark County Home & Garden Show
10 AM-7 PM — Stark County Home And Garden Show — Admission details not specified — Explore how art builds community and enjoy engaging displays and exhibits.
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2026 Canton Kidfest
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — VIP tickets available — Experience an electrifying performance from the Miss Americanas, a Taylor Swift Tribute Band with fresh arrangements and family-friendly fun.
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Craft Cocktail Class at Gervasi Spirits
Evening — Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — Check event for pricing — Shake up your night by learning master mixology techniques in a fun, interactive setting.
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Hand Knit Chunky Blankets Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Base price covers 4 skeins of yarn — Craft a cozy chunky blanket and bond over beautiful creations.
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