Good morning, Canton.

Akron-Canton Airport posted a TikTok video on March 27 showing few travelers at security as it boasted short TSA lines + efficient service, unlike other airports facing delays from a government shutdown.

Passengers can expect smoother travel at CAK.

The National First Ladies Museum in Canton offers a video tour featuring historic mementos and exhibits honoring the nation's leading women.

Visitors can explore the displays online at their convenience.

ArtsinStark (Stark County’s arts council) is accepting ArtsImpact grant applications from April 1 to May 15 for creative projects that support arts, education, and community well-being; an in-person session is scheduled for 9 a.m. April 9 at the Cultural Center for the Arts.

House Bill 114 now requires children to be 5 by the first day of public kindergarten, starting Aug.

24 at Tuslaw Elementary. The law standardizes enrollment cutoffs and may push some families to consider private or charter schools if their child misses the deadline (as one case showed).

Stark County Engineer’s Office and ODOT seek comments on a proposed bridge replacement for Easton Street in Plain Township.

The project, set to begin in June 2027 with a 180-day closure (detours via state Route 44, State Street, Werner Church Road and Middlebranch Avenue), invites input by April 28.

Prairie College Street SW in Canton Township will be closed from March 30 through late April for bridge repairs and drivers will follow a detour via Sherman Church Avenue to state Route 627/Faircrest Street to Dueber Avenue.

Delaney Pierce and Xavier Williams were voted Stark County’s top high school basketball players for the 2025-26 season, earning 45.6% and 70.8% of 30,035 votes cast (both play for the Massillon Tigers).

Their Athlete of the Week feature appears Tuesday, March 31.

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.

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.

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.

50th Anniversary Curtain Up FUNraiser

7-10 p.m. — North Canton Playhouse — $26.13 — Enjoy a night filled with variety shows, games, and raffles at this community FUNraiser celebration.

Sneaker Mania 2

11 AM – 6 PM — Executive Event Center — $5 for students, parents free — Enjoy the ultimate sneaker event with giveaways, food, and thousands of kicks.