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Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ April's full moon, known as the pink moon because of early spring blooms, will peak on Apr. 1 at 10:12 p.m. ET and serves as the Paschal moon before Easter. Stargazers can view it from Ohio dark sky sites such as Fry Family Park (10 miles south of Canton). The Repository
- ➤ Fans gathered at Duncan Plaza on March 22 to celebrate the Massillon Tigers' first state championship after they beat Westerville North in overtime. The team overcame a 15-point deficit to clinch the Division II title (a historic win for the school). The Repository
- ➤ The Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration will hold their annual Agnus Dei/Easter Bread Sale on March 28 at Sancta Clara Monastery (4200 Market Ave NW), with loaves priced at $12 and sales running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Northeast Ohio shoppers can now redeem rewards from Giant Eagle’s myPerks at Circle K locations. The program lets members use their saved perks for cents off fuel purchases via the Giant Eagle app. WKYC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Stark County history documentary series premieres at Lions Lincoln Theatre on March 25 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., featuring shorts and a Pastport stamping program that leads to a panel discussion with local historians. The free event is organized by the Stark County Local History Group. The Repository
- ➤ The McKinley Presidential Library and Museum in Canton offers a video tour of William McKinley's life + presidency. The tour lets visitors see artifacts and learn about his legacy in local history. The Repository
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 19, an Ohio pilot flew from Bowling Green for over four hours forming crosses and a saluting soldier over central Ohio to honor three fallen airmen from a KC‑135 crash on March 12. The tribute remembered Capt. Angst, Capt. Koval and Master Sgt. Simmons. The Repository
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AlterClinic Animal Care spayed or neutered 80,000 local dogs and cats since 2018, marking a key milestone in reducing pet overpopulation in Stark County. The nonprofit (at 2302 Fulton Road NW) serves nearly 20,000 animals yearly and earned national recognition for its community cat program. The Repository
- ➤ Expectant mothers in Stark County will attend a free baby shower at the Pregnancy & Parenting Center on Apr. 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees must be in their third trimester and reserve a spot by calling/texting (330-455-7500) by Apr. 20. The Repository
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ House of Loreto at 2812 Harvard Ave NW in Canton is set for auction May 11-13 with a starting bid of $1.25 million after state inspectors closed it in January for care violations. The property holds a 50-bed nursing license and potential for 36 more rooms — regulatory steps remain. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Central Catholic’s Grace Finefrock and Sarah Belden were named to Division VI’s second and third team all-state by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association on Monday, March 23 + their selection spotlights the state runner-up Crusaders, who made their first state appearance since 1981. The Repository
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Harlem Wizards Game
6-9 p.m. — GlenOak HS — $15-$60 — Experience an exciting evening of basketball with the Harlem Wizards in Canton, OH.
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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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Smoov's R&B Sunday Brunch Experience
12-4 p.m. — MBar- Canton's Martini and Wine Bar — Cost of food and drinks not included — Groove to R&B hits while enjoying brunch and a lively atmosphere.
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2026 OCMA/VNEA State Pool Championships
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $0.00 - $10.00 USD — Compete or cheer at the annual state pool championships featuring players of all ages.
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