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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, volunteers can join the inaugural David W. Schultz Day of Service at Massillon Cemetery from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—the event honors his more than 40 years of service to the community and was established by local leaders and his family. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stark County native Karissa Ella will release her new song 'Hall of Fame' on May 30 and perform at The Country Fest at 4 p.m. on June 13 at Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park near Canal Fulton. She will also perform at 8 p.m. on July 11 in Massillon—her song pays tribute to Canton’s blue-collar heritage. The Repository
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill 158 by a vote of thirty to two—sending it to the Ohio House for a policy that would ban student cellphone use during the school day by Sept. 1 except for health concerns or emergency situations. Stark County Sen. Jane Timken introduced the bill and Gov. Mike DeWine backed it while two state senators opposed it. WKYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting May 19, motorists in Stark County will face lane restrictions on Tuscarawas Street W and Market Avenue N in Canton for resurfacing work expected to finish in July, and on Lincoln Way W in Massillon with work ending in late August. Ramps at the I-77 and State Route 800 interchange will be closed through early June — a detour via Shepler Church Avenue, Dueber Avenue and Mill Street SW is in place, with more details available from the Canton Engineering Department at 330-489-3370. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Northwest's Logan Allman finished his hurdles sweep at the PAC-7 Track and Field Championships by winning the 300 hurdles—boosting his status as the meet's top hurdler. The Repository
- ➤ Hoover’s athlete Mahlina McFadden, a lacrosse player who scored five goals in key wins, received 46.91% of the 29,647 votes cast while Sandy Valley’s baseball player Drew Graybill received 69.60% of the votes for Stark County Athlete of the Week for May 5-11. The Repository
- ➤ Andrew Hearn led Fairless' boys 3,200 relay team to win at Thursday's PAC-7 Track and Field Championships — officials said the strong finish boosts the team's momentum for upcoming meets. The Repository
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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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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.
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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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2025 Ohio Hickory Open
1:30 p.m. — Glenmoor Country Club — $65 entry — Play an 18-hole medal event on a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course with divisions for all skill levels.
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Canton Greek Fest
11 a.m. – 11 p.m. — Canton Greek Fest — Check website for details — Celebrate Greek culture with food, dance, and entertainment at this vibrant festival.
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