Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
Good morning, Canton.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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