Good morning, Canton.

Hear the Word Ministries will host a food and clothing giveaway at noon on June 27 at the former Nationwide Insurance parking lot (1020 Market Ave N) for anyone in need.

Rev. Anicia Clayton will serve as the host pastor.

Yesterday, youth offenders from Indian River + local CrossFitters competed in the Unity CrossFit Games at the Hall of Fame Village Center for Performance, where they flipped tires and performed pushups to build strength.

Organizers say the event provided a fresh start and boosted confidence among participants.

Timken Elementary School is nearly complete and will open this fall at 316 30th St NW, housing over 600 students in Canton City Schools' $30M building (featuring an inclusive playground, spacious classrooms, and a full-production kitchen) funded by a $60M bond issue.

Massillon received a $750K state capital grant to restore the pond at Reservoir Park; work will begin in spring 2027 and finish by fall as part of phase two of the project (with mayor Jamie Slutz crediting state lawmakers for their support).

Massillon football signed Micah Walker on June 24; the 6-foot-7 (315-pound) offensive tackle transferred from Nordonia High School with eight Division I offers and became the fourth notable transfer in two months.

Brayton Feister, a local standout (Ohio Mr. Football finalist), will announce his college football commitment between July 8 and 11 as he weighs offers from Cal, Georgia, Oregon and Ohio State.

His decision will shape his future in Division I football.

Lake High School's softball team saw Makenna Miller named Player of the Year as Green Bulldogs earned top honors with Annie Liszewski as Pitcher of the Year and Ray Kent as Coach of the Year — marking Lake's first regionals appearance since 2005.

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.

Canton's Enchanted Princess Ball

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — $65 per ticket — Experience the magic with beloved princesses, delightful meals, and enchanting entertainment.

African American Arts & Cultural Festival

10 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Visit Canton Downtown Visitor Center — Free entry — Experience two unforgettable days of culture, music, food, and community.

Portage Lakes Fireworks

9-11 p.m. — Portage Lakes State Park — Free entry — Celebrate with spectacular fireworks and enjoy a festive boat parade earlier in the day.

Canton R&B Musicfest

7 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — BOGO Special on tickets — Enjoy the unforgettable sounds of Brownstone and Sunshine Anderson in a vibrant summer concert.

Funky Music Night with Zapp

7-11 p.m. — Lock 3 Park — Free entry — Experience high-energy grooves that will get you dancing all night long.

Forever Seger - The Silver Bullet Experience

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Plain Township Amphitheater — $10.00 - $165.00 — Experience the dynamic tribute to Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band with authentic performances.

The Fantasy Football Expo

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $70 - $290 — Experience Fantasy Football's greatest weekend with experts, parties, and panels in Canton, Ohio.