Daily
Canton
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brittany Neal (a certified maker) built a lightweight 3D printed adaptive stroller on May 21 using free MakeGood designs to help her disabled daughter Stormi; she now builds devices for local families in North Canton as a low-cost alternative to expensive equipment. The Repository
- ➤ The Straight Path Child & Family Center will host its Community Violence Prevention Initiative on June 6 at 800 Market St. N in Canton. The event focuses on youth intervention, mental health, and community-police relationships, and will feature talks by Rev. Walter Moss (former program director) and Edwin Cleveland. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hartville MarketPlace holds a Memorial Day flea market on May 23 & 25 with 1,000 vendors, while the Hall of Fame Ribs Burnoff runs from today through May 24 at Stadium Park; Taste of Jackson offers free food samples at Hosner Gallery on May 23. The Repository
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Stark County Health Department and the Northwest Stark Senior Citizens Center are launching Bingocize to combine exercise and bingo for older adults to help prevent fall-related injuries. The 10-week program runs from June 2 at Whipple Ave and June 1 at Canal Fulton — interested participants can register by calling the centers. The Repository
- ➤ FEMA awarded nearly $21.9 million to Aultman Health Foundation on May 21 for COVID-19 expenses, as Rep. Emilia Sykes announced. The funds will cover overtime, personal protective equipment + other costs, with the state distributing money after hospital documentation is complete. The Repository
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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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Fastball Frenzy Community Teams
Friday to Sunday — Akron-Canton Airport — Entry fee: $350–$500 — Compete with Ohio's youth baseball teams in this exciting showcase weekend.
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CrossRoads Summer Market
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Oakwood Square — Free entry — Enjoy summer vibes with open-air shopping, local vendors, and tasty food trucks.
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Summer Second Sole Ladies Night 2026
5-7 p.m. — Second Sole — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of fitness, fun, and community with local women-owned businesses.
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Goodwill Community Resource Fair
11:30 AM – 3:00 PM — The Goodwill Ken Weber Community Campus — Free entry — Discover valuable resources from local nonprofits and enjoy free snacks and activities for children.
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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 with Matilda Pablo in a relaxed lounge atmosphere.
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~ Buddha
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