Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
Good morning, Canton.
🏘️ Community
Family and friends in Canton gathered on Friday, Apr.
17 to honor Charise Otis by releasing dozens of red balloons in her memory (her favorite color), creating a heartfelt tribute.
🎭 Culture
Coachella Weekend 2 began Friday and runs through Sunday.
Ohio roots were highlighted as Akron-based Devo performed Friday (6:45 p.m.) on the Mojave stage, while Cleveland-linked Nine Inch Noize will perform today (8:00 p.m.) on the Sahara stage, and headliner Sabrina Carpenter addressed controversy from an earlier set.
🎓 Education
ReliaRide donated two wheelchair vans to Alliance High School's Auto Technology program on Friday, Apr.
17, giving students hands-on practice with modified vehicles & offering nursing students a chance to learn patient transport.
🏛️ Government
City officials and community leaders met on April 17 at City Hall to discuss homelessness, limited warming shelter resources last winter, and plans to expand volunteer services plus improve regional communication.
Representatives from several groups stressed clearer partnerships across Stark County.
🏈 Sports
Canton hosted team owners’ meetings in 1920 that formed the NFL and set a local foundation for professional football.
The historic gathering continues to shape the city’s sports legacy.
Emerson Karrenbauer (track) from Perry and Luke Spitler (baseball) from Central Catholic were named Stark County High School Athlete of the Week for April 6-12.
Karrenbauer earned 47.12% of the votes while Spitler received 39.11% from 32,438 total votes.
🎉 Canton Events
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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.
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.
Learn Mahjong Workshop
12-3 p.m. — Lost Trail Winery and Vineyard — Food and wine available for purchase — Master the art of Mahjong with expert guidance from Mary Murphy.
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