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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Canton Partnership will launch the new Downtown Canton Blues and BBQ Festival—scheduled for July 11-12 at Centennial Plaza—to revive local blues music and support downtown businesses with live bands, barbecue vendors and a craft beer garden. The free event aligns with First Friday on July 11 and will help fund the Canton Palace Theatre renovation. The Repository
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Canton City Council approved a five-year, 4.5-mill parks and recreation replacement levy for the November ballot on June 2+if voters approve the measure, homeowners will pay an extra $65 a year while the levy generates $6.38 million starting in January for needed improvements. The Repository
- ➤ ODOT announced that today the western side of Eastern Road at the state Route 21 intersection will close as crews remove the road surface to rebuild it. The $30 million project will finish by June 2026—drivers will follow detour routes—while work continues on nearby intersections. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Voters last week selected the Stark County High School Athlete of the Week from candidates in Marlington, Massillon and McKinley based on performances from May 26 to June 1. Votes closed at 5 p.m. on Thursday and winners were announced Friday morning — one girl and one boy were chosen by local sports staff. The Repository
- ➤ Coach Kevin Stefanski said he is not paying attention to public overreactions to the Browns’ four-man quarterback competition—featuring Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel, and Shedeur Sanders—as the team works hard in practice. Sanders will get 11-on-11 reps today while the quarterbacks are further evaluated in upcoming OTA sessions and minicamp starting June 10—an essential step in choosing the opening-day starter. The Repository
- ➤ Stark County high school track and field officials released the season best times and distances for the 2025 OHSAA outdoor meet, listing top performances by individual athletes and relay teams from local schools in events such as shot put + relay races. The Repository
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Gervasi Spirits Craft Cocktail Class
90-minute session — The Villa Grande — Includes all tools and ingredients — Craft two signature drinks while mastering bar basics.
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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.
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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.
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Songs in the Sky with Canton Symphony Orchestra
6-9 p.m. — Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium — $90.00 - $150.00 — Experience a night of live music, food, and charity events against the Canton skyline.
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Olde Canal Days Festival
5-11 p.m. & 11 a.m.-11 p.m. — Olde Canal Days Festival — Free entry — Celebrate Canal Fulton's rich heritage with crafts, food, entertainment, and a parade over three exciting days.
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