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Canton
Sunday, April 20th, 2025
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Women's Impact will honor five women in Stark County for their community contributions at an awards brunch at 9:30 a.m. May 3 at Prestwick Country Club in Green — the nonprofit received 23 nominations and plans to lift local women up for their achievements. The Repository
- ➤ On April 26, Stark County will host Drug Take Back Day with three staffed locations—the Fairgrounds, Law Enforcement Training Center, and Alliance Family Health Center—where residents can drop off expired, unused medications from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The program will offer a safe, anonymous disposal option and will not collect sharps. The Repository
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Wayne County first responder from the Town and Country Fire District, Lt. Paul Charles Mickolick, was struck and killed by a car — a 2006 Cadillac CTS operated by Creighton L. Trimble — while helping Tylor James Green after his Ford F-150 got stuck in a ditch Friday night on Stratton Road. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Four Ohio craft breweries ranked among the top 50 in the U.S. last year — with Rhinegeist placing 16th in Cincinnati, Great Lakes falling to 18th, BrewDog Brewing in Columbus at 30th, and Fat Head’s from Canton making its first appearance at 48th. The Brewers Association based the list on barrels produced and reported that craft brewers made 23.1 million barrels nationwide. The Repository
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Frank Tyson's family, friends & supporters held a vigil at Crenshaw Park Friday night to mark one year since the 53-year-old died after he crashed his car and had a run-in with police at the AMVETS building; two officers have pleaded not guilty to a reckless homicide charge and a pretrial hearing is set for April 25. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Canton native Onya Nurve (Justin Woody) won RuPaul's Drag Race on April 18, earning $200,000, a crown, a scepter and a year's supply of high-end cosmetics. She has performed at local venues, and her victory highlights her strong ties to our community. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson said he feels a strong responsibility and welcomes the pressure as he leads his team into the playoffs today against the Miami Heat. He credited his competitive edge—shaped by growing up with seven brothers—with preparing him for the challenges of a championship run. The Repository
- ➤ GlenOak's Sydney Stepanovich won the 100-meter race at Saturday's Second Sole Eagle Elite Meet and was named the girls running MVP. The Repository
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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North Canton Garden Club Perennial Plant Sale
9 a.m.-2 p.m. — 520 Heatherwood St. SW — Support a local club — Find unique perennial plants nurtured by community gardeners for your own garden this season.
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Fishing Derby 2025
Morning — Westbrook Veterans Memorial Park — Free entry — Cast your line for a fun-filled day of fishing and prizes for the kids.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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