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Canton
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Diebold Nixdorf reported strong first-quarter revenue of $891.8 million (a 6% increase) and $5.5 million in net income. The global ATM manufacturer maintained its 2026 outlook of $3.86 to $3.94 billion and repurchased $55 million in shares, with plans for additional buybacks. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Canton native Kimberle Williams Crenshaw releases her memoir Backtalker, a love letter to her hometown, and will host a book signing and discussion today (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.) at the Canton Museum of Art's Cable Recital Hall with tickets priced at $55.20. The Repository
- ➤ The Lincoln Highway Comedy Fest kicked off at Krackpots Comedy Club in Massillon on Thursday, Apr. 30 and will run through Saturday, May 3 while featuring over 50 comedians, including headliners Keith Lenhart performing today and Bernice Ye on May 3. Tickets range from $7.50 to $44. The Repository
- ➤ The Mugshot Collection art exhibition opens today at Second April Studios in downtown Canton during First Friday — featuring reimagined mug shots of celebrities including Marilyn Monroe and Justin Bieber curated by local attorney Todd Bergert. The Repository
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Eastern Stark County paid $4.99 per gallon at local gas stations yesterday, and some expect prices to rise to $6 before June because of ongoing supply concerns (which could affect fuel and grocery costs). The Repository
- ➤ Today, gas prices are rising in Northeast Ohio with a Sunoco in Lakewood listing fuel at $4.99 and the Canton-Massillon area averaging $4.61, while AAA reports state averages now at $4.46. Drivers should note these changes when planning their local trips. WKYC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Local Schools board approved a multi-year leadership transition plan on April 30; Superintendent Chris DiLoreto will retire effective July 31 and high school Principal Matt Ziders will become superintendent on Aug. 1, 2027 to keep operations steady. The Repository
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Siblings Rebecca Gibson and Ralph Slawter unexpectedly reunited after more than a decade apart when Ralph relocated from Florida in January to join his sister at Sprenger Health Rose Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Jackson Township (they now share daily moments together). The Repository
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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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Matilda Pablo Live at 410 Lounge
7:30-10 p.m. — 410 Lounge — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of live music as Matilda Pablo performs at the 410 Lounge in Canton, Ohio.
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Comedian Ryan O'Flanagan Live
8-10 p.m. — The Auricle - Venue & Bar — $3 surcharge for under 21 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Ryan O'Flanagan, a celebrated comedian and actor.
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