Tuesday, March 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ StarkFresh is giving away free fruit and vegetable seed packets to residents in Stark County to help them grow food at home and fight hunger. Seeds are available at 13 local locations including libraries and health departments and will be offered throughout the spring until supplies last. The Repository
- ➤ Residents in Northeast Ohio will celebrate 330 Day on March 30 as a tribute to the change from area code 216 to 330 that began in 1996 after 216 served the region for nearly 50 years. The split affected about 1 million phones — and an overlay of 234 was later added to meet growing demand for numbers. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lowry’s Family Restaurant in East Canton will close on Sunday, March 30 — rising costs and staffing challenges led owners Brian and Jamie Lowry to make the decision. Customers should use any remaining gift cards before the closure. The Repository
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 41-year-old driver led a high-speed chase reaching 116 mph across four counties on Saturday at 6:52 p.m., crashing near Buck and Westville Lake roads in Knox Township and facing charges after police accused him of throwing a tire iron — chocolate milk and a bottle of nuts and bolts at officers. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Massillon Museum holds a free Brown Bag Lunch where Linda Witkowski portrays Lucretia Mott, a leader who visited the area in 1847. The event runs from 12:10 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. and guests can bring their own lunch while enjoying cookies, coffee, and nearby free parking. The Repository
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio travelers must show a REAL ID with a star at airport security starting in May, and residents should visit a BMV office to upgrade before the May 7 deadline—without it, they will need to use other federally approved documents. The REAL ID costs the same as a standard license and is available by presenting the required proofs of identity, residency, and legal name. The Repository
- ➤ Stark County will change several polling locations for the May 6 primary in Canal Fulton, Canton, Jackson Township and Lawrence Township to adjust for voter numbers—new sites include the Northwest Stark Senior Center, SAM Veterans' Resource Center, Canton Baptist Temple Activity Center and St. Jacob Lutheran Church. The Repository
- ➤ On Monday, Canton City Council voted on the 2025 budget that allocates about $343 million for city services and projects, including $12 million in approved capital improvements. The budget raises funds for sewer work, streets, and operating costs and provides salary increases for many city employees + sets the stage for future public works upgrades. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Avery Andrejcik helped secure Louisville’s first OHSAA boys basketball state title with 14 points off the bench—his key block and late scoring helped the team edge Cincinnati Aiken 63-61 in a game watched by 7,180 fans at University of Dayton Arena last Friday. The Repository
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Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass Concert
Herb Alpert will perform classic hits with his Tijuana Brass during an informal evening featuring audience interaction and memorable visuals from his 63-year career.
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Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Concert Experience
Immerse yourself in the powerful orchestral performances of Howard Shore's iconic scores from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, enhanced by narration from Christopher Lee.
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Cardinal Love Cutout Painting Class
3-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Preregistration required — Unleash your creativity while painting and optionally making a DIY candle.
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Find Your Fitness 5K - Prediction Run
9-11 a.m. — GlenOak High School — Registration fee applies — Test your running prediction skills in a fun twist on the traditional 5K race.
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Live Music Night with Crossbreeze
2-4:30 p.m. — Prime Vine Winery — Enjoy live music — Experience the spirit of the '60s and '70s brought to life by local sensation CrossBreeze.
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Walsh University Community Clinic: Wellness Through Movement
8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Walsh University — Free entry — Engage in free health and wellness check-ups designed to improve your well-being with personalized education and resources.
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Strong Family Wellness 4th Annual Community Health Fair
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Free admission — Empower yourself with health screenings and wellness resources at this unifying community event.
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Object-Oriented Programming in C# Training
Apr 14-18 — Health Innovation Solutions & Training, LLC — $2090 — Enhance your programming skills with a hands-on, expert-led C# course in Canton, Ohio.
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AlterNation 90s & 00s Rock Tribute
9 PM – 1 AM — Nathan's Patio Bar & Grill — Check for entry details — Rock out to nostalgic hits from the 90s and 00s with AlterNation's dynamic tribute performance.
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Free Community Easter Egg Hunt
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Perry High School — Free entry — Enjoy bounce houses, music, and an egg hunt featuring a visit from the Easter Bunny.
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