Daily
Canton
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hartville-based GentleBrook Inc. appointed James L. Miller as its new CEO on Wednesday, Apr. 8 at 10:18 a.m. Miller, a local resident who previously led senior services, succeeds Norman Wengerd after an 18-year tenure. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Keith Bucklew, the new executive director at MAPS Air Museum, welcomed his former Harrier fighter jet (a reminder of his combat flying days) on April 8, and the jet will soon undergo minor restoration to support educational programs and community events. The Repository
- ➤ The Canton Jewish Community Federation will host Holocaust Remembrance Day on April 13 at 6 p.m. at Beit Ha'am (432 30th St. NW). Advance reservations are required by 5 p.m. April 10. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Laura Duda (a Fortune 500 executive and former Goodyear senior VP) will join Stark State College on Monday, April 13, as its new vice president of strategy and engagement. She will lead the Career Services and Workforce Development department (boosting regional workforce connections) to enhance student success. The Repository
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews from the county Engineering Office are repairing a waterline on 30th Street NW today for two days; eastbound lanes from Harvard Avenue to Market Avenue are closed and westbound lanes are limited to one lane (detours will be posted). The Repository
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Canton City Public Health finished a $2.7 million renovation that added office space for more than 70 employees and improved patient services, and held an open house on Apr. 8 (3 to 5 p.m.) at 420 Market Ave. N to showcase the changes. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Perry track athlete Justus Detter won the boys' 1,600 race at a high school meet against Green on April 8, marking a standout performance for his team. The Repository
- ➤ Perry track's Julia Thompson won the girls' 1,600 race against Green on April 8 at a local high school track meet. Her victory marked a key moment in the competition. The Repository
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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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2026 Mom-Mosa Trail
11 AM – 3 PM — Centennial Plaza — Cost of entry includes drink tickets — Celebrate Mother’s Day with mimosas, brunch bites, and local shopping on a self-guided trail.
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