Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Canton.
🏘️ Community
On June 7, 2025, Impact Canton helped residents along Sherrick Road SE in Canton as volunteers painted and repaired homes.
The nonprofit Community Building Partnership of Stark County organized the event—bringing together local church groups to support residents.
💼 Business
Hartville Thrift Shoppe now owns the full center at 938 W.
Maple St. and is planning renovations that will remove walls to join its store with the Front Porch Cafe—staff will move donation sorting to a new heated warehouse to open extra customer parking next year.
🏛️ Government
Canton is acquiring the former Edgefield School site at 2100 38th St. NW in Plain Township, a three-acre lot that has been vacant for six years.
City officials will first annex the property and then work with developers to build new housing—after Plain Local released the deed covenant that once restricted its use.
🏥 Health
Maggie Bradford of Stark County THRIVE helps Canton families access resources for healthy pregnancies and aims to reduce birth outcome disparities.
She has worked in public service for over two decades and finds her role fulfilling as she supports families from pregnancy to baby care.
🏈 Sports
Saturday, Greater Canton high school athletes competed at the OHSAA Track and Field Championships in Columbus and recorded strong finishes in events such as discus, long jump, and pole vault.
The results highlight top efforts from schools like Hoover, Perry, and Marlington — boosting local pride in the sport.
🎉 Canton Events
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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.
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.
Step Into Autism Fundraiser
10 AM – 12 PM — William McKinley Memorial — Donations appreciated — Participate in a major fundraising event supporting autism programs in Northeast Ohio.
Fourth of July Spectacular!
Independence Activities — Jul 3-7 — Canton / East Sparta KOA Holiday — Family fun with fireworks, an ice cream social, and a nighttime treasure hunt.
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