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Canton
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ North Canton mom Hannah McKinnon founded the Little Givers Club to teach children to give back; the nonprofit has over 1,500 members and posts monthly kindness missions on social media. Its annual Care Bag Crusade is set for Aug. 14 at First Christian Church to support Akron Children's Hospital patients. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MassMu History Discussion Group is hosting a session on classic TV shows and films today from 10 a.m. to noon at the Massillon Museum (121 Lincoln Way E) in downtown Massillon. The free event welcomes new guests with pastries and coffee by donation. The Repository
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy reported Monday, Apr. 6 that gas prices in Northeast Ohio dropped, with Akron falling 12.5 cents to $3.73 and Cleveland 4.8 cents to $3.79 per gallon, though the data warns that prices may soon rise in the Great Lakes region (further increases are expected this week). WKYC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Stark County high schools posted strong sports performances last week as standout plays in softball and key wins in baseball were recorded from April 6 to 12 — coaches are encouraged to submit scores for future weekly recaps. 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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