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Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Civic leaders and Heritage Ohio’s Main Street program evaluated downtown North Canton on May 5 with a public meeting at Dogwood Park to discuss adding restaurants, shops and more events (neighbors hope this sparks business and community growth). The Repository
- ➤ Several southeast Canton streets will be closed from 8 to 11 a.m. on May 30 for the Habitat for Humanity Southeast Stride 5K Walk and Run (including 13th, 14th, Willet, and Housel Avenues). The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Massillon's Summer Concert Series begins on June 11 at Duncan Plaza with DJ's Rock n' Roll Band & runs free until Aug. 13; the lineup includes local favorite LaFlavour on July 3 during Independence Day and performances span 1950s hits to classic rock. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Early returns show Plain Local’s bond issue for three new elementary schools is trailing as voters decide on school funding measures in multiple districts. Canton Local’s 10.8-mill levy renewal favors continuation (196 yes to 136 no) while Louisville’s 4-mill levy nears approval, with results reported May 5 after polls closed. The Repository
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ No one took the $20 million top prize in the Monday, May 4 Powerball drawing, and the jackpot is now estimated at $30 million with a cash value of $13.5 million for today's drawing at 10:59 p.m. (Tickets cost $2 with an extra $1 for the Power Play). The Repository
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Canton-Massillon housing market was ranked third best in the country on May 1 per the latest WSJ/Realtor.com report (citing a 4.4% unemployment rate and $239,900 median home price), with Akron ranked sixth (based on similar figures). The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Voting is live for Stark County High School Athlete of the Week covering April 27-May 3, with one girl and one boy chosen from nominees at schools including Alliance and Central. Votes close 5 p.m. Thursday, May 7, and winners will be announced Friday morning on CantonRep.com. The Repository
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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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Centennial Plaza Movie Series
7-9 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly outdoor movies every Wednesday evening this summer in downtown Canton.
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