Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
Good morning, Canton.
Handel's has added a new flavor—Raspberry Dream Cream—made with vanilla ice cream and red raspberry sherbet to its menu for a limited time as part of its 80th anniversary.
The chain will announce more new flavors later this year.
A man walking northbound on I-77 was fatally struck at 3:30 a.m. (Wednesday) near Canton when a car hit him, and police said the driver was not injured and showed no signs of intoxication while they investigate the crash.
Exiled Tibetan monks from the Drepung Gomang order, followers of the 14th Dali Lama since leaving Tibet in 1959, are at Yoga Central this week until Saturday to share prayers, art, and sand painting demos while raising funds for their monastery in southern India—teaching our community about their peaceful traditions.
Trader Joe’s is recalling its Hot Honey Mustard Dressing due to undeclared allergens—peanuts, soy, sesame and wheat.
The product, which expires on May 27, is sold in 17 states including Ohio and customers may return it to Trader Joe’s for a full refund or discard it—call Fresh Creative Foods at 888-223-2127 with any questions.
Canton native Darryn Peterson earned co-MVP honors at Tuesday night's McDonald's All-American Game at the Barclays Center as he scored 18 points to help the West beat the East 105 to 92—he teamed with local player Niko Bundalo.
GlenOak High School sprinter Sydney Stepanovich won the 100-meter dash at Hoover today (confirming her status as Stark County's top girls sprinter for 2025) and her victory was featured in a track video (demonstrating the speed that sets her apart).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Easter Sunday at The Twisted Olive
11 AM – 6 PM — The Twisted Olive — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a full dinner menu on Easter Sunday with a special feature menu.
Spring Open House 2025
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Rohr & Sons Nursery-Garden Center — Free entry — Enjoy kids' activities, raffles, sales, and discounts in a vibrant community atmosphere.
Stranger-Danger and Self-Defense Workshop
4-5:30 p.m. — The Open Space Martial Arts — Ticket required for kids — Empower your child with essential self-defense skills and safety awareness.
IDN Foundation Course in Akron
8 a.m.-6 p.m. — Aultman North Canton Medical Group — Course Fee Applicable — Enhance your skills in Neurologic Dry Needling for Pain Management and Sports Rehabilitation.
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