Good morning, Canton.

The eastbound right lane of Opportunity Corridor at East 55th reopened after an SUV crashed into a pole Friday morning—damaging a transformer and some lights with no injuries reported.

State budget talks will remove pharmacies' dispensing fees while tying drug payments to a public list—moves that the Ohio Pharmacists Association warns will force many local pharmacies to close if the changes become law, which could limit access to needed medications.

At 3 a.m. on June 27, thieves broke into Jeff's Motorcars in Jackson Township and stole a BMW 760, a BMW M2, a BMW X5 & an Audi S4, and police later recovered one of the vehicles.

Canton woman Destany Scott, 19, was indicted by a grand jury for child endangerment after she allegedly slammed an 11-year-old girl's head against a metal part of a slide at Stark-Wayne Schrader Park on April 18 — she pleaded not guilty and her pretrial hearing is set for July 15.

An employee at Aultman Hospital was shot in the line of duty on June 27 and is in stable condition while Canton Police investigate the incident — the hospital said its emergency department remains safe and secure.

Canton officials said they were misled when they learned that the $2 million sale of Victory Square Apartments to a New York firm was actually completed through Lippert Road Apartments LLC, which is linked to the previous owner & may affect planned repairs.

The city dropped its lawsuit after fines were paid and renovations began but said it will keep a close watch on the property if conditions do not improve.

Canton native Darryn Peterson, a five-star recruit who averaged 33 points his final high school season, is widely projected as a top pick in the 2026 NBA draft (several outlets rank him as No. 1 overall) and will start playing college basketball at Kansas this fall.

He played locally and at top prep schools, and his hometown has high hopes for his future.

The Lake Center Christian School baseball team won the Stark County high school boys team of the year vote with 71.56% of the 1,459 votes cast—bringing them their first regional championship and a historic finish as Division VI state runner-up.

Voting for the Best of 2024-25 Stark County winners will continue on CantonRep next Tuesday.

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.

Akron RubberDucks vs Flying Squirrels

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Canal Park — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling baseball showdown between the Akron RubberDucks and the Flying Squirrels.

Foundation Elite Volleyball Camp

9 AM - 12 PM — Bull Dog Virtual Academy @ Timken — Cost not listed — Focused camp for beginners and intermediates to develop volleyball skills in a supportive environment.

Elton John Tribute by Elton Rohn

7:30-9 p.m. — Plain Township Amphitheater — $10.00 - $165.00 — Experience an electrifying tribute to Elton John with live performances of all the hits.

Downtown Canton Blues & BBQ Festival

5-9:30 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Savor delicious BBQ while enjoying great blues music in a vibrant downtown setting.

Canton Summer Sizzle Craft & Vendor Market

11 a.m. – 8 p.m. & 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Belden Village Mall — Free entry — Celebrate summer with local vendors showcasing unique creations and seasonal goodies.

Canal Fulton Community Band Concert

7-9 p.m. — Duncan Plaza Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of music from talented local musicians in the Canal Fulton Community Concert Band.

DJ's Rock N Roll Big Band

7-9 p.m. — Duncan Plaza Amphitheater — Free entry — Relive the nostalgia with classic hits from the 50s & 60s that will have you dancing and singing all night long.

Dog Adoption & Wellness Fair

10 a.m-2 p.m. — Witwer Park — Free entry — Discover adorable adoptable pets and enjoy wellness resources from local rescues.

Summer Serenades: Brass Quintet Concert

6:30 PM – 11:59 PM — Exploration Gateway — Free entry — Enjoy the beautiful sounds of nature and music in this family-friendly concert series.