Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
Good morning, Canton.
The Akron-Canton region has seen more rain this spring, with the airport recording 5.02 inches in April and 2.02 inches so far in May, which hurt rounds at Lyons Den Golf Course by reducing play by 20%—meteorologists say these amounts are far from the record totals set in 1929 and 1956. The forecast calls for light rain on May 13 and May 14 and higher temperatures later in the week.
Canton City Council approved ASM Global taking over Centennial Plaza’s management on May 12—this move ended the old deal with the Pro Football Hall of Fame and added new staff and funds to run the plaza.
ASM Global, which already runs the Canton Memorial Civic Center, now serves both venues to bring more shows and events to downtown Canton.
A group of Ohioans has proposed a constitutional amendment to abolish property taxes on real property — including land, buildings and crops.
The amendment will be reviewed by the Ohio Ballot Board today and, if certified, will move to the signature gathering phase, which means local schools must find another way to receive funding.
Stark County high schools reported their season best track and field marks for boys and girls, with top times and distances posted by The Canton Repository and on MileSplit Ohio’s website through Saturday—covering events from shot put to relays.
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.
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.
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.
The Rat Pack Concert
Evening event — Gervasi Vineyard — Not specified — Experience timeless classics with fine wine in an elegant atmosphere.
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.
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.
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.
Cleveland Keys Concert
Electrifying night — Evening — Gervasi Vineyard — Ticketed — Sing along to your favorite hits while sipping fine wine.
Hotel California: The Original Eagles Tribute Band
7:30 PM - 11:59 PM — Nash Family Jackson Amphitheater — Tickets available via Eventbrite — Experience the sounds of the Eagles at this captivating tribute performance.
Great Eight Race Series - Air Force Raider Run
8 AM - 11 AM — Southgate Park — All ages welcome — Challenge yourself in a 3k obstacle race and honor veterans with a special walk.
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