Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
Good morning, Canton.
Exterior waterslide pieces are visible from Interstate 77 at the future water park in the Hall of Fame Village (the project resumed work this year after funding paused) and the 140,000-sqft facility with 90,000 sqft of wet attractions is expected to complete in spring.
Former Canton resident Rev.
Tim Spurrier, 71, died in Guatemala on March 29; he founded Hospital Shalom and two rural clinics to provide care for those in need, and his family held a memorial service on May 9 at Faith Family Church (Jackson Township) as they pledged to continue his mission.
Newton Family Apartments opened May 9 at 6:05 a.m. at 1016 Second St. NW, replacing the former Canton Inn.
The 52-unit affordable housing complex includes three-, two- and one-bedroom units + playground, community room, and fitness center and is part of continued Shorb neighborhood revitalization by Canton For All People.
Mount Union women’s lacrosse lost in a first-round NCAA game on May 9 in Salisbury, Maryland, with a 21-5 score, while the baseball and softball teams, after recent tournament losses, will learn their NCAA selections on May 11.
Malone University's men's and women's track and field teams won the NCCAA Outdoor Championships on May 8 in Wilmore, Kentucky.
The men's team claimed its second straight title while the women earned their first win since 2009.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Speed Puzzling Challenge
2-4 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Free entry — Race against the clock and friends in a fun-filled puzzle challenge.
Smoov's Usher vs Chris Brown Brunch
12-4 p.m. — The Dawg House on 30th — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a vibrant brunch with classic R&B hits and a chance to win concert tickets.
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