Good morning, Canton.

The Barr Elementary community organized a birthday celebration on June 5 for 7-year-old Thomas Workman in Plain Township — motivated by the loss of his sister in a May 29 fire, the event drew support from local businesses and about 150 neighbors.

Anna Moeglin, assistant director at the Canton Civil Service Department and Twenty under 40! honoree, has been recognized for boosting local career fairs and outreach at Canton events — she will join her fellow honorees on June 25 at the Cultural Center for the Arts.

Tim Tebow and Brian Dawkins will speak at Ignite Men’s Impact Weekend held at First Christian Church's campus in Washington Square this weekend.

Registration opens Thursday at 6 p.m. in the church lobby to invite local men to join discussions on faith & purpose.

Family members are looking for Nate Hang, 20, who went missing from his Alliance home on June 3 at 3 a.m. in a white 2010 GMC Canyon pickup, and police are investigating reported sightings while community volunteers search the area as the family faces online scams.

Local artist Scot Phillips will unveil his America 250 mural on June 12 at 11 a.m. on the 100 block of Market Avenue N (replacing faded panels of Clyde Singer’s Street People) as part of the America 250 Stark Stories Grant Program.

The new Lincoln Highway exhibit is on display at Massillon Museum (downtown) until Oct.

18 and features artifacts that recall early road trips, including neon signs, diner menus and matchbooks. Admission is free.

Canton City Schools will consider next month relocating alternative programs from Compton Learning Center to the closed Gibbs Elementary building (1320 Gibbs Ave NE), with plans to rename it Paralee Learning Center at Gibbs to maintain local community presence.

Encompass Christian Counseling and Encourage Foster Care opened a new 8,393 sqft facility with 19 offices at 7317 Portage Street NW in Jackson Township on May 22 to meet growing mental health and foster care needs.

The organization seeks licensed social workers and clinical counselors to join its expanding team.

The Ohio high school baseball state tournament runs June 11-14 with semifinal games in Canton (Thurman Munson Memorial Stadium) and Akron (7 17 Credit Union Park), featuring teams like North Canton Hoover and Lake Center Christian; state finals will be held in Akron.

Voting remains open for Stark County High School Athlete of the Week for June 1-7 as residents cast ballots until 5 p.m. June 11 (candidates represent Fairless, North Canton Hoover, Jackson, Lake Center Christian, Louisville and Perry) and winners will be revealed Friday (details posted on CantonRep.com).

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.

Plaza Summer Concert Series - Chris Higbee

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy electrifying country music from Chris Higbee and his dynamic band in a lively outdoor concert.

Red Wanting Blue Concert

7-10 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Tickets available starting April 2, 2026 — Enjoy a night of energetic rock from Ohio's own Red Wanting Blue.