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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Massillon will host the Cruise-In and Music Festival downtown on June 7, featuring hundreds of vehicles, three live musical acts and food vendors along Lincoln Way between First Street NW and Third Street NE from noon to 9 p.m.—the free event is set to draw a large turnout from local car enthusiasts. The Repository
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Akron Police announced Tuesday that Anthony Fields + Kurth Conaway were arrested for abuse of a corpse after human remains were found in a trash bag on May 2; the remains were identified as Xavier Menefee, a Canton man reported missing in August 2024. FOX 8
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lake Local Schools Superintendent Kevin Tobin will retire Aug. 1 after 29 years at the district and nearly four decades in education. His leadership raised academic rankings and guided a $90 million building project—while the board works with Stark County Educational Service to name his replacement before his retirement. The Repository
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed on May 26 (to honor those who served) and banks, the stock market, and the post office will be closed except for urgent deliveries. Trash pickup in Canton will be delayed (check local schedules) while grocery stores remain open for normal business. The Repository
- ➤ Stark County Children Services is asking voters to support a five-year, 1.4-mill replacement levy—early results from nearly 6,000 ballots show about 70% approval to help cover rising child placement costs. Officials explain that the new levy will fund care efforts as the current one expires and costs continue to rise. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A list of Stark County high school track and field season-best performances was published from various schools, summarizing timings and distances through Saturday as reported to The Canton Repository or on MileSplit Ohio’s website — covering events from shot put to relays. The records, measured to one-hundredth of a second, offer a clear snapshot of top athletic achievements this season — providing key details for local sports fans. The Repository
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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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Bluecoats Concert at Hall of Fame Ribs Burnoff
3:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Free entry — Experience a lively performance by the Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps in a festive atmosphere.
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Hero Run 5K Run/Walk
7:00 – 10:30 a.m. — Perry High School — $25-45 — Participate in a looped 3.1 mile run-walk supporting community causes with awards for multiple categories.
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Cleveland Keys Concert
Electrifying night — Evening — Gervasi Vineyard — Ticketed — Sing along to your favorite hits while sipping fine wine.
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