Daily
Canton
Monday, April 6th, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kayleigh Kriss, the YMCA membership director and longtime on-air voice at WTUZ-FM, discussed her radio career which began at WHBC and Mix 94.1 — she now co-hosts a podcast called 'Y in the World' that helps locals explore healthy living and community trends. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Canton City Schools’ All-City Drama Program will present the musical Mamma Mia! (featuring ABBA classics) at 7 p.m. April 17 and 18 and at 2 p.m. April 19 at Umstattd Performing Arts Hall; tickets cost $10 online or at the door. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LifeWise Academy will offer Bible-based character lessons to Harter Elementary second graders this spring — classes will be held at Canton Baptist Temple during lunch and recess with parental permission required. The program connects Bible passages with practical character traits for use at home and in the community. The Repository
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A state study from the Ohio Department of Health found children near the former Republic Steel mill might have faced lead exposure before the plant closed in 2023, though air tests show no increased cancer risk; residents should follow precautions like testing children for lead + covering bare soil. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Beacon Journal launches its Cover 2 newsletter today (April 6) to offer free daily Browns coverage. Led by Chris Easterling, the update brings complete game insights via the Beacon and the Canton Repository. The Repository
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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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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.
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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.
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Moon Glow Cherry Blossoms Painting Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $20 add-on for candle-making — Enjoy a creative evening of painting and candle-making in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Free First Friday Comedy Night
8-9:30 p.m. — Canton Comedy Boom — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with diverse comedic talent from Northeast Ohio and beyond.
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Pressed Flower Frame Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Lost Trail Winery and Vineyard — Food and beverages available for purchase — Create a hinged floral frame using beautiful flowers in a crafty evening at the winery.
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