Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
Good morning, Canton.
🏘️ Community
The Shift: Women Shaping Our Community’s Future will host an event on Saturday, Mar.
21 from 9 a.m. to noon at (201 Cleveland Ave NW) offering a light breakfast, financial advice from Elizabeth Hand, a short play titled Money is a Mirror, and introductions of local political candidates.
💼 Business
Jackson Township-based Timken Co. acquired North Carolina-based Bijur Delimon International on March 18 (expanding its automated lubrication systems) with a cash deal expected to boost annual sales by over $60 million.
The move builds on Timken’s 2013 entry into the lubrication business and strengthens its market presence.
🎓 Education
On March 16, Washington High School in Massillon demonstrated its career tech programs with practical lessons in pharmaceutical science, marketing, cosmetology and exercise science (sports medicine).
The sessions included activities like IV compounding, 3D printing and pill counting to build hands-on skills.
🌲 Environment
A 7-ton meteor flew southeast from Lake Erie and broke apart over Valley City Tuesday morning, causing a shock wave felt across northeast Ohio.
NASA said the meteor's small size made it nearly impossible to detect before entering the atmosphere.
A recent solar storm may bring the northern lights to parts of Ohio tonight, though mostly cloudy skies could block the view — for example, in Akron, Columbus, and Cincinnati.
The Space Weather Prediction Center issued a geomagnetic storm watch for March 19 with a G2 impact forecast.
🏛️ Government
TSA workers at Cleveland-Hopkins and Akron-Canton continue to work without pay amid the federal shutdown, prompting concerns over longer security lines and flight delays.
Akron-Canton officials say operations remain steady today+ local community groups have stepped up donations to support the unpaid staff.
🏈 Sports
The 2026 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships begin today and run through Saturday at Rocket Arena in Cleveland.
Penn State is the reigning team champion and Greater Akron/Canton wrestlers will compete among 330 athletes for 10 titles & 80 All-American honors.
🎉 Canton Events
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Anthony Ramos Art Show
5-7 p.m. — EN-RICH-MENT — Donation appreciated — Celebrate the power of art in fostering community connections at this inspiring showcase.
Pajama Storytime
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Firestone Park Branch Library — Free entry — Build early literacy skills through songs, stories, rhymes, and movement for all ages.
Cheer Power Canton Disco Showdown
9 a.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Check event website for costs — Experience thrilling cheer performances at the Disco Showdown.
SMOOV R&B Brunch Experience
12-4 p.m. — MBar- Canton's Martini and Wine Bar — Food and drinks not included — Groove to R&B hits while enjoying a lively brunch party atmosphere.
Ohio Coin Machine Association Dart Tournament
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Gather for an energetic competition at the annual OCMA State Dart Divisional Championships.
Harlem Wizards Game
6-9 p.m. — GlenOak HS — $15-$60 — Experience an exciting evening of basketball with the Harlem Wizards in Canton, OH.
Community Health and Wellness Fair
10 AM – 1 PM — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Experience Ohio's largest fitness weekend filled with health screenings, wellness resources, and community connection.
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