Good morning, Canton.

Rae's Route 30 Café is set to open May 1 at the former Lowry’s Family Restaurant at 800 W.

Nassau St. in East Canton (owner Heidi Kiefer, who runs multiple Samantha's eateries, said the menu will offer breakfast, lunch and limited dinner while paying homage to the Lincoln Highway's history).

Molly Brown's Cafe in Perry Township offers comfort classics and generous portions, inviting locals to savor hearty meals + warm service in a friendly setting.

Ohio will permanently ban synthetic kratom starting May 14, while natural kratom remains legal as state lawmakers continue discussing further regulation.

A panel of lawmakers approved the measure to address public health concerns surrounding potent synthetic substances.

Stark County high school track and field athletes achieved season bests on April 14 with top performances in events like shot put and the 100, and results were compiled by The Canton Repository (via Athletic.net through April 11).

Voting is open until 5 p.m. Thursday to choose a girl and a boy as Stark County Athlete of the Week for April 6-12.

Nominees from (Aquinas, Central, East Canton, GlenOak, Hoover, Jackson, Lake, Louisville, McKinley, Northwest, Perry, Sandy Valley, Tuslaw) will be honored and winners announced Friday on CantonRep.com.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

North Canton Garden Club Perennial Plant Sale

1-5 p.m. — Price Park — Free entry — Browse a variety of perennial plants perfect for enhancing your home garden.