Good morning, Canton.

Canton brothers CJ (14) and Cree (12) won Akron Children’s 'More childhood, please' Young Leader Award for running their annual lemonade stand that raised about $22,000 for kids with cancer in Stark County.

They will be honored at an awards dinner on Sept. 23.

Downtown Canton business Grapes in a Glass earned its fifth Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator + it is set to celebrate its 13th anniversary on July 23.

Today, the Cultural Center for the Arts hosts the free 'McKinley's Own' concert re-creating the 1901 performance for President McKinley, featuring the American Musical Productions band in period uniforms.

The event runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. (music begins at 6:30) at 1001 Market Ave N.

A new report from Third Way estimates that Ohio electric bills may reach about $800 this summer (17% higher than last summer).

Rising energy use from data centers and manufacturing is straining supply as experts call for more clean energy.

The Ohio Health Department reported 177 cyclosporiasis cases statewide since June 20, including eight in Stark County and 28 hospitalizations (with no deaths).

Officials urge residents to follow safe food practices, such as washing produce, to help prevent infection.

The House of Loreto nursing home, once highly-rated, underwent a change in ownership and (according to state reports) faced serious violations that led to its closure in less than a year.

Fairless High School is starting its 2026 football season on Aug.

21 at Sandy Valley. Its regular games, all kicking off at 7 p.m., continue through Oct. 24 and the state playoffs begin Oct. 30 (with the championship games at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton).

Jackson High School alum Garrett Wright, who starred at Tennessee after transferring from Bowling Green, is set to enter the MLB Draft this weekend (July 11-12) as he chases his pro baseball dream.

Rated among Top 200 prospects, he stood out at a combine with over 300 players.

EA Sports College Football 27 comes out today and features many Stark County high school players, including those from Canton McKinley.

The game is available on several platforms and adds new modes, such as Dynasty Blueprint (a reworked management mode), with updated play-calling and athlete features.

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.

Fantasy Football Expo

10 a.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $20 — Step into the Fantasy Football Expo, explore vendor booths, and connect with creators in a vibrant tradeshow setting.

Play Football First Play

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Reservations Required — Celebrate the start of the NFL season with a unique football relay from downtown Canton to the Hall of Fame.

Kids’ Pokémon Club

6:00 – 6:45 p.m. — Canal Fulton Public Library — Free entry — A lively meet-up for young Pokémon Trainers to trade cards and learn the game.

Hall of Famer Walk

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Free entry — Celebrate sports history with a community walk featuring Hall of Famers.