Daily
Canton
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Legacy of Honor seeks nominations for the 2026 Legacy Recipient Awards and the 2026 Sad Team Six Mental Health Champion Award, with submissions closing on June 1. The Legacy Gala Salute to Those Who Serve will honor service members on Aug. 15 at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Blackened Canteen ceremony honored WWII airman Bill Cameron from Perry Township at Pearl Harbor last December — his memory lives on as family members plan a reunion this autumn in Falls Church to celebrate peace. The Repository
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Ohio remain at a four-year high ahead of Memorial Day weekend as AAA reported drivers may pay $4.76 per gallon, placing the state among the top 10 priciest markets. Millions are expected to hit the roads as travel picks up. The Repository
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pigeon Run Avenue SW in Sugar Creek Township will close for seven days starting May 26 for culvert replacement work. Drivers should follow the detour (Route 62, Mount Eaton Street, State Route 93, and Elton Street) to bypass the 500-foot section near Baughman Street. The Repository
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Transportation will close the I-77 south ramp to U.S. 30 east on June 1 for expansion joint replacement and bridge patching. Drivers will use detours via U.S. 30 west to Raff Road, and repairs are expected through late June as broader resurfacing finishes in October. The Repository
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Old Navy will open toward the end of July at Belden Park Crossings in Jackson Township + Stark Enterprises said the new store will employ about 60 people while another tenant is in discussions for the plaza. 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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