Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
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🏘️ Community
Stark Housing Network Inc. and Homeless Continuum of Care of Stark County are working to reduce rising homelessness using a model that prioritizes stable housing before adding supports—such as job training and mental health care—and they manage $5 million in HUD funds.
They plan to streamline hotline response times and strengthen workforce development to offer faster help to residents.
Cam Fernandez—volunteering since October—helps restock dry and frozen goods for local families at the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
His supervisor said 320 people were served on April 7—part of efforts that have provided nearly 13 million meals so far.
🏛️ Government
Canton Police Department is inviting the public to join its seven-week Citizens Academy, which meets every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Thomas Wyatt Training Academy from May 1 through June 5 and features a police dog demonstration and lessons on police operations.
Graduation will be held at 3 p.m. on June 11 at the We Believe in Canton event at Edward 'Peel' Coleman Community Center and Crenshaw Park—applications must be submitted by Friday.
🎉 Canton Events
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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.
Bill Squire Stand-Up Comedy Night
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Canton Comedy Boom — $20 online / $25 at door — Enjoy a night of laughs with Bill Squire and friends featuring hilarious stand-up performances.
Monthly Music Therapy Session
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Sensory Escape — $15.00 per child — Engage in a delightful blend of music therapy and open play for sensory enrichment.
Moms & Momosas - April Mooeadow
11 a.m. — Painting with a Twist — Registration includes Momosa, fresh fruit and pastries — A creative class for moms to enjoy art and refreshments together.
Open Mother's Day Celebration at The Twisted Olive
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — The Twisted Olive — Reservations recommended — Celebrate Mother's Day with delicious food and a warm atmosphere.
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