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Kayla DeVitto, development and grant manager at the Canton Palace Theatre, is honored as a new Twenty under 40! honoree for her work supporting local nonprofits and cultural programs.

The awards celebration will be held on June 25 at the Cultural Center for the Arts.

Portage Animal Protective League is asking locals to adopt pets after receiving up to 50 neglected animals that have left the shelter overcrowded at 8122 Infirmary Road in Shalersville.

The facility reopened today at 11 a.m. to care for the animals and begin planned transfers.

Academy Sports + Outdoors will host a free family event on June 7 in its parking lot at 6687 Strip Ave NW featuring games, a kids bike parade at 2 p.m., and a dunk tank, with a 20% in-store discount available to shoppers.

Stark County Hunger Task Force will offer a Summer Backpack for Kids program from June 8 to Aug.

14 at Ken Weber Community Campus at Goodwill from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. M-F, except June 19 and July 4. Children 3-17 receive a bag with two breakfasts, lunches and snacks.

Images from Bitdeer, a cryptocurrency mining facility in Massillon, show workers near cooling towers & a sound wall built to reduce noise; the photos, taken on May 11, display ongoing construction and noise reduction efforts.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has paused tax exemptions for data centers as state lawmakers debate rising power bills and oversight amid the industry's boom.

Lawmakers and residents will push for measures through new hearings and potential ballot issues to ensure data centers pay their fair share.

State lawmakers have allocated $5.5 million for Stark County projects, including a $1.75 million upgrade at the Canton Palace Theatre (now under renovation ahead of its mid-September reopening) and $250,000 for the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum expansion; additional funds will support other local developments.

Stark County high school track and field athletes posted season bests through regional meets that ended May 30.

The detailed list, reported by local schools and Athletic.net, highlights events from shot put to relays + hurdles.

Speed Puzzling Challenge

2-4 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Free entry — Race against the clock and friends in a fun-filled puzzle challenge.

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.

Kids Doing Comedy

7-8:30 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Experience an entertaining evening of improv and sketches performed by talented kids.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

9 Ball Graduation Tournament

10 a.m. — Fiddlestix Billiard Cafe Inc — $50 entry — Compete in a thrilling 9 Ball tournament with a chance to take down the graduate.

Smoov Father's Day Brunch

12-4 p.m. — The Dawg House on 30th — Cost varies — Celebrate Father's Day with great food, strong drinks, and nonstop R&B vibes.