Good morning, Canton.

The 19th annual Amanda J.

Cunningham Memorial Scholarship fundraiser is set for July 29 from 4 to 9 p.m. at Buffalo Wild Wings in Massillon. The event will donate 15% of food and drink sales to raise up to $1,000 for a Washington High School band member headed to college.

North Canton is ranked 14 on PetSmart's annual list of top 25 cat-loving cities based on data from last year, showing a slight drop from its previous ranking.

Carrollton Warriors will begin the 2026 football season on Aug.

21 at East Liverpool and join Division IV, Region 15; all games kick off at 7 p.m.—the playoffs start on Oct. 30 with state championships set for Dec. 3-5 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium.

The Northeast Ohio Baseball Coaches Association announced its 2026 all-district teams, which recognized Greater Akron standouts including Caeden DeDomenic of Norton—named Division IV Pitcher of the Year.

The teams highlight players from state runner-up and semifinalist schools across seven divisions.

Minerva Lions begin their 2026 football season on Aug.

21 with regular-season games starting at 7 p.m. The team, which finished 5-5 last season, competes in Division IV, Region 15 with playoffs beginning Oct. 30 and state championship games scheduled in Canton Dec. 3-5.

Three All-American wrestlers (Caige Horak, Xander Horak, and Lincoln Rohr) transferred from Perry High to Jackson High, where they live, after earning state placements at Perry and preparing to join Jackson when school starts in August.

Marlington Dukes will begin their 2026 high school football season on Aug.

21 at Warrensville Heights. The team, coming off a 3-7 finish last year, is in Division IV — Region 13 for future playoffs and has set a regular schedule starting at 7 p.m. unless noted.

Voters are invited to choose Stark County's top high school boys and girls sports teams from nominees including Canton Central Catholic basketball + Perry wrestling; voting runs until 5 p.m. Monday, July 13 and winners will be announced July 14 on CantonRep.com.

Preston Young Sr. Mini Park will rename its basketball court on Aug.

8 to honor former NBA star Phil Hubbard. A mini park reunion will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with an after party scheduled at Celebrationz Lounge (2820 Eighth St. NE).

Alliance's Aviators open their 2026 football season on Aug.

21 with regular games at 7 p.m. They compete in Division III (Region 9) as playoffs start on Oct. 30 and state championships are set at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton from Dec. 3 to 5.

Marcus Christopher from Lake Township won gold and silver medals at the X Games in Japan after nailing a first-time flair triple downside tailwhip + he was drafted into the new X Games League as he continues training for future events.

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.

SidestreetMKTS Hall of Fame Night Market 2026

4-9 p.m. — Oakwood Square — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of open-air shopping with local food, music, and community spirit.