Good morning, Canton.

Matalco, a Canadian aluminum firm, is closing its Stark County Plain Township plant this week and will eliminate 71 jobs as layoffs begin June 6 and continue over the next 90 days + the company has offered some workers positions at its other U.S. plants citing weaker market conditions.

North Canton City Council will repeal the fire and emergency-medical-services levies and end the road levy after voters approved the income tax increase — a move expected to lower property owners’ bills.

The council will sell bonds in August to fund a new fire station on Viking Street NW and North Main Street, with revised design bids due by August 1 and construction set to begin in spring.

Tuscarawas Township trustees will hold two public hearings on June 10 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. in the Township Building at 956 Manchester Ave. SW—discussing the new natural gas aggregation program approved on May 6 that will bundle service for eligible customers and is set to begin in the fall.

Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health received over $217,000 in grants from six organizations — including the Health Foundation of Greater Massillon, Massillon Rotary Foundation, North Canton Medical Foundation, United Way of Greater Stark County, the SummerTime Kids program, and the Roy H. Powell and Nina B. Powell Family Charitable Fund — to launch an electronic intake process, boost staff wellness, improve billing, and sustain key programs across Stark County.

Stark County high school baseball and softball teams are in the OHSAA postseason this week, with baseball regional semifinals held June 4 and regional finals scheduled today at venues such as Munson Stadium and other local fields — Akron’s Firestone Stadium hosted a Division V softball semifinal this morning. Upcoming games on Friday, Saturday and Sunday will decide state championships in both sports.

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.

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.

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.

HAPPY 100th Anniversary Celebration of 1480 WHBC

4-8 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate a century of broadcasting with community fun and festivities.