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Canton
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rev. Walter J. Arrington celebrates 40 years at Peoples Baptist Church and will be honored with an anniversary banquet on April 30 at 6:00 p.m. at DoubleTree by Hilton at 320 Market Ave S, followed by a celebration service on May 3 at his church on 701 17th St SE. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Milk & Honey ice cream shop closed permanently after repair efforts proved unfeasible and a private property sale is underway at 3400 Cleveland Ave. NW; the shop had served the community since 1962. The Repository
- ➤ The Layman Law Group is set to move to a larger office at 4740 Belpar St NW in Jackson Township on April 24 to support its growing team and serve more clients in Ohio and Florida. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eight Stark County schools earned the Purple Star designation for supporting military families. Gov. Mike DeWine and Stephen D. Dackin announced on April 20 that Ohio now has 839 active Purple Star schools valid for three years. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CantonRep.com invites readers to vote for one boy + one girl for Stark County High School Athlete of the Week covering April 13 through 19 as the poll remains open until 5 p.m. Thursday; winners will be announced Friday morning. The Repository
- ➤ Stark County high school track and field athletes achieved season-best times and distances (including shot put, discus, high jump, and relays) through April 18, with top marks set by competitors from schools like GlenOak, Perry, and Massillon as the season unfolds. The Repository
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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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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.
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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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Junie B. Jones JR Musical
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Stage Door Studios — $10.00 — Step into the cheerful world of Junie B. Jones and her first-grade adventures with friends.
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