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Canton
Thursday, August 7th, 2025
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A.S.P.I.R.E. Today will host a Welcome Back Community Extravaganza in Canton on Aug. 10 from 2 to 5 p.m. The event will give free book bags filled with school supplies for children in kindergarten through 12 — and will feature haircuts, a talent showcase, a mobile pet zoo and sports tournaments. The Repository
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man and a 20-year-old woman died on Aug. 5 after being struck by a Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad train—while they were walking from south to north on a trestle spanning State Route 212 and the Tuscarawas River—in northern Tuscarawas County. The Repository
- ➤ An 18-year-old woman drowned in a private pool in southwest Canton on Aug. 6 (family members were at the scene) as emergency responders attempted CPR before transporting her to Aultman Hospital where she was pronounced dead. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Neon Nights will take place on Friday, Aug. 8 and Saturday, Aug. 9 at Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park in North Lawrence—west of Canton—with a split lineup featuring classic rock acts like Foreigner on Friday and country artists like Brooks & Dunn on Saturday. Single-day passes start at $124 and wristbands offer swimming lake access while camping setups must be completed by 7 p.m. The Repository
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ For the Nov. 4 election in Stark County, filing for partisan candidates ended at 4 p.m. on Aug. 6 and write-in candidates can file until Aug. 25 while voters decide on a 1.6-mill levy request meant to prevent cuts at the Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Longtime Canton Township trustee Christopher Nichols will not run for reelection and North Canton mayor Matthew Stroia runs unopposed—voters will face important local choices. The Repository
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Stark County’s Overdose Awareness Committee will host a free family+pet-friendly event at Stadium Park in Canton from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 16 to honor lives lost and provide moments of silence, speakers with lived experience, a group walk, Story Walks, resource tables, giveaways, and free food. The Repository
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SidestreetMKTS Night Market
5-9 p.m. — Oakwood Square — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant nighttime market with local vendors, food, and live music in a 70s-themed setting.
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Gervasi Vineyard Live Music Night
5-8 p.m. — The Bistro at Gervasi Vineyard — Enjoy free entry — Delight in a dining experience with food, drinks, and live music at this beautiful vineyard setting.
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A Child's Anthem – The Music of TOTO
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Plain Township Amphitheater — $10.00 - $165.00 — Experience classic Toto hits performed by a former member of the band and top Nashville musicians.
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The PRAIZE Experience 2025
12:30 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free admission — Experience local artists and special musical guests in a celebration of praise and community spirit.
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Yoga Social
6:30-8:30 p.m. — 6Mixx Social — Free admission — Experience a peaceful yoga session with a calming sound bath in a limited-space setting.
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Canton Back To School Craft and Vendor Market
11 a.m.-8 p.m. — Belden Village Mall — Free entry — Celebrate back-to-school season with local vendors, supplies, and treats for students and families.
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Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show
7:30-10 p.m. — Nash Family Jackson Amphitheater — Tickets only on Eventbrite — Experience over 25 years of rock history as the ultimate Rolling Stones tribute comes to town.
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Hall of Fame Marathon Canton
6:30 AM – 11:00 PM — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Registration required — Celebrate fitness and football at the Hall of Fame Half Marathon.
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Stark County Fair
9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Stark County Fairgrounds — $9 General Admission — Enjoy carnival rides, live entertainment, and exciting shows at this local fair.
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Walsh Cavaliers vs. West Liberty Hilltoppers
7-8:30 p.m. — Larry Staudt Field — Tickets from $45 — Experience a thrilling college football matchup in Canton.
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