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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police announced on July 4 that 33-year-old Massillon man Daniel Z. Mattay, held at Stark County Jail after a June 24 arrest for trespass and drugs, has been charged with murder, felonious assault, strangulation and domestic violence for his role in Ryan T. 'JJ' Godbey’s disappearance from Darlin’s CREW nightclub on June 19 + new evidence confirmed Godbey is deceased. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Perry High grad Callie Hammond opened Visions Collective Dance Co. in Massillon on July 1 at 2092 Wales Road NE to offer dance classes for students 18 months old and up. The studio features styles such as tap, ballet, acrobat, jazz, lyrical and hip-hop with summer classes by appointment Monday through Thursday—fall classes will run Monday through Saturday. The Repository
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ An Ohio Lottery player won $50,000 on a scratch-off ticket bought at Giant Eagle on East Maple Street in North Canton and received about $36,000 after federal and state tax withholdings. The lottery said 19 prizes of $50,000 and four top prizes of $500,000 remain available—this win was announced on July 3. The Repository
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike DeWine announced that online upgrades at the Ohio BMV have saved more than 10 million trips since 2019—allowing Ohioans to renew driver’s licenses, print registration documents at kiosks, take written tests online, and transfer titles without visiting an office. These improvements reduce congestion and make the process more efficient. The Repository
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Free Intro to Rope Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Lover's Lane — Free entry — Experience a fun and informative workshop on the basics of rope tying.
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