Daily
Canton
Sunday, April 27th, 2025
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former Canton schoolteacher Dorothy Jane Burdge served the U.S. Red Cross during World War II—she brought comfort with hot coffee and doughnuts to soldiers after landing on Utah Beach. She died on May 1, 1945 when her plane crashed over Germany due to mechanical failure and is honored at the Netherlands American Cemetery in Margraten. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Canton-area high school seniors will celebrate graduation ceremonies from May 15th with Minerva to June 1st with Marlington—schedules at other local schools provide set times and venues in Stark County. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 25, the Browns drafted Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel in the third round and also picked linebacker Carson Schwesinger, running back Quinshon Judkins, and Bowling Green tight end Harold Fannin Jr.—moves that show GM Andrew Berry is balancing the team’s current needs with future plans. The team traded down in the first round to gain extra picks that will help build a stronger roster for next season. The Repository
- ➤ On April 25, the Browns drafted Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel at 94th overall in the NFL Draft. The left-handed player, who enjoyed a strong college career, will now compete for a backup role as Cleveland leans on seasoned quarterbacks this season—reflecting a low-risk strategy. The Repository
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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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Weekly 12 Step Group Meeting
6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Stephens Martyr — Closed meeting — Find support and discuss recovery topics in a welcoming and accessible environment.
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The Rat Pack Concert
Evening event — Gervasi Vineyard — Not specified — Experience timeless classics with fine wine in an elegant atmosphere.
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Back in the Day LIVE
8-11 p.m. — Loby's Bar & Grille — Check for entry fee — Enjoy a high-energy night of hits from the 90s to today with Back in the Day.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.
~ Henry Ford
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