Good morning, Canton.

Pike Grange 1669 at 1429 Battlesburg Street SE will host a drive-through dinner on June 7 starting at 3 p.m., and meals featuring Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, applesauce, bread and dessert will cost $14 per meal (until sold out).

Funeral and memorial events for 13-year-old Matthew Schultz, who fell from a parade float on Memorial Day in Green, include a rosary service today at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church and a vigil today at Witwer Park, with calling hours on June 2 at Rossi Family Funeral Home and a Mass of Christian Burial on June 3 at Christ the Servant Parish in Canton—interment will follow at Sunset Hills.

More than 600 vintage baseball cards, including rare 1933 Goudey cards with Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, are now offered for auction from an attic in Northeast Ohio managed by Kiko Auctions in Plain Township.

The online sale began May 28 and will end June 2 at 5 p.m., and buyers can view the cards in person today from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the auction office—details confirmed for collectors.

Diebold Nixdorf expanded manufacturing at its North Canton headquarters by adding a new retail line for self service checkouts and kiosks that serve grocery and general merchandise stores.

This move gives the company more flexibility to meet growth needs + supports its current workforce.

Residents in Canton and nearby areas face a busy weekend with events including family films, tribute concerts and comedy shows scheduled from today through early June.

Highlights include Emma Nissen’s concert in Sugarcreek today, the Frankie Valli tribute on May 31st at Ohio Star Theater and a family party with an outdoor film screening at North Canton—offering a range of local entertainment options.

U.S. Navy veteran James Nash, 71, had his final wish granted on May 28 when he saw zoo animals at Sprenger Health Rose Lane Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Stark County.

LifeAct provided free mental health services to over 50,000 students in 200+ Northeast Ohio schools this year.

Program staff said the services help teens talk about depression and prevent suicide by offering accessible support.

Mary Kay Cabot, a longtime Browns beat writer for the Plain Dealer (and a member of the Hall of Fame selection committee), was named the Bill Nunn Jr. Award winner by the PFWA, making her the second woman to receive the honor.

She will be honored at the Gold Jacket Dinner on Aug. 1 (held at the Canton Memorial Civic Center) as her career covering pro football is celebrated.

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.

June Downtown Canton First Friday

5-11:59 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of arts, shopping, and dining with lively entertainment in the heart of Downtown Canton.

Bar B*Q Mini Market at Bourbon Fest

5-9 p.m. — MAPS Air Museum — Sold out tickets required — Sample the region's finest brews and BBQ at this festive mini market event.

2025 Summer Movie Series

6:15-9 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy beloved family-friendly movies in the heart of downtown Canton all summer long.

Bruce in the USA Tribute Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Plain Township Amphitheater — $10.00 - $165.00 — Experience a high-energy tribute to Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band with a powerhouse New Jersey band.

Gervasi Spirits Craft Cocktail Class

90-minute session — The Villa Grande — Includes all tools and ingredients — Craft two signature drinks while mastering bar basics.

Canton Township Community Day

4-11 p.m. — Canton Township Community Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of food trucks, live music, and fireworks in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series 5km

8 AM – 11 PM — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Registration fee required — Celebrate fitness and football at the Year TWO of the exciting 5k race series.