Good morning, Canton.

A charity golf scramble to honor legendary Canton South basketball coach Red Ash will be held on Aug.

9 at Spring Valley with foursomes teeing off at 8 a.m. and benefits to the Red Ash Scholarship Fund, with entry costing $100 and including 18 holes, lunch, beverages & appetizers.

Nearly 40 Ohio craft breweries—some from our region—won over 70 medals at the U.S. Open Beer Championship in Oxford.

Third Eye Brewing was named Brewery of the Year for mid-sized producers and Muskellunge Brewing in Canton earned a silver medal.

Six Flags Entertainment announced plans to close Six Flags America in Maryland by the end of this season and Great America in California in 2027—there are no plans to close Cedar Point or Kings Island in Ohio, where new rides have already opened this season.

Marlington volleyball coach Stephanie Tortola won the Stark County Girls Coach of the Year vote for the 2024-25 school year by earning 55.1% of 21,780 votes and leading her team to a state runner-up finish—accomplishing a 27-2 record with a 25-match win streak.

The award honors her achievement as she guided the Dukes to the Division IV state finals.

Girls flag football has grown quickly with more Ohio high schools joining the sport—prompting OHSAA to sanction a state tournament in spring 2026.

Fifteen-year-old quarterback Zoe Conner helped the Virginia Hurricanes qualify for the NFL Flag Championships at Hall of Fame Village, where competitions continue today until July 20.

Team Ohio wrestlers are competing in Fargo, North Dakota for the 16U and Junior Greco-Roman National Championships that began Friday and will finish today—rosters include several returning All-Americans.

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.

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.

Meet It Works! Opportunity Event

2-4 p.m. — Stark Library - North Branch — Free entry — Discover It Works! products and connect with the local community for health and wealth inspiration.

Girls GameBreaker Lacrosse Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Walsh University — Bring your own lunch — Develop your lacrosse skills in a fun, supportive environment tailored for girls aged 6-16.

Gentle Yoga Class

8:30-9:30 a.m. — The Yoga Place — All levels welcome — Experience a soothing class that promotes relaxation and mindful movement.

Alter Eagles Tribute Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Ohio Star Theater at Dutch Valley — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of America's greatest band through an unforgettable tribute performance.

Hoof Awake - Coffee and Canvas

12-2 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $20 add-on for DIY candle — Create your own long-lasting scented soy candle before unleashing your inner artist with paint.

Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Class of 2025

12-3 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Ticket information unavailable — Experience an intimate and unscripted session with the 2025 Hall of Fame class, featuring exclusive stories and insights.

National Night Out

5-8 p.m. — Jackson Township’s North Park — Free entry — Celebrate community with games, food, and a chance to meet local law enforcement.

Wheels Up Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Nash Family Jackson Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a lively mix of classic rock and country tunes from the 70s to today.