Daily
Canton
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stark County’s weekly Ice Cream Adventures will launch its summer season with four stops, offering local fans fresh treats across the county soon plus check local postings for exact stop times and locations. The Repository
- ➤ Tuslaw Lions Club will host a chicken barbecue fundraiser on May 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Lions Club Park on 2515 Manchester Ave SW; the $15 meal includes barbecue chicken, green beans, baked potato, homemade cookie and beverage, with drive-thru pre-orders available. The Repository
- ➤ Several Canton streets will close, including Stadium Park Drive (Fulton Road to Seventh NW), 12th Street NW, Seventh Street NW and Washington Drive, from 7 to 10:30 a.m. on May 16 for the Hospital Heroes Against Hunger 5K at Stadium Park. Participants are encouraged to wear superhero costumes. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lizzie Ens, who left an Amish community near Navarre almost 21 years ago, is now a wellness CEO with Undiet You after overcoming an eating disorder and strict customs; she lives in Phoenix and will travel across Europe later this year to visit historic Amish sites and share her journey. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Voters statewide dropped support for school levies amid funding challenges — Parma voters rejected a new levy request due to rising property taxes and inflation, while renewal requests that do not raise taxes were approved in Canton Township and Avon Lake. WKYC
- ➤ The Massillon Museum at 121 Lincoln Way E offers four adult classes in May, including a handbuilding class every Sunday starting May 17, a floral resin workshop on May 17, open studio sessions on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and Friday lunchtime yoga (registration required for most sessions). The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Browns rookie linebacker Justin Jefferson — not to be confused with a famed NFL receiver — is working to secure a spot on the 53-man roster as he shows his love for football during rookie minicamp and competes with other young players in training camp. The Repository
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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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Speed Puzzling Challenge
2-4 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Free entry — Race against the clock and friends in a fun-filled puzzle challenge.
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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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Kids Doing Comedy
7-8:30 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Experience an entertaining evening of improv and sketches performed by talented kids.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Rita Mae Brown
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