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Canton
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tuslaw Lions Club will host its End of Summer Chicken Barbecue on Aug 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Tuslaw Lions Club Park - a $15 donation secures pre-sale tickets when you call 234-650-4000. The Repository
- ➤ The Canton YWCA received a $3.8M federal grant to boost its Early Head Start program for children 6 weeks to 3 and to add prenatal support services for expectant mothers. The grant from the Child Care Partnership program—of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services—will help the YWCA work with local centers to serve vulnerable families in Stark County. The Repository
- ➤ The Carnation Youth Color Run took place on Aug. 6 near the tennis courts at Silver Park in Alliance, drawing over 100 children (ages 5 to 18) who raced a 1-mile route while colorful powder fell around them. The free event was part of the Greater Alliance Carnation Festival, which runs until Aug. 10. The Repository
- ➤ Logan Avenue NW in Canton will be closed between 19th and 21st streets from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Aug. 10 for a block party—the Canton Police Department said the closure is to keep the event safe and orderly. The Repository
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 6, a car hit the back of a horse-drawn Amish buggy on U.S. Route 250 in Sugar Creek Township and seriously injured two children riding in it—passengers and the driver were taken to hospitals in Canton, Akron, and Brewster. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Canton’s new downtown brewery, now named Unfused Brew Hall, will open in November at the former Canton Brewing Co. site—its team led by head brewer Jake Turner and Leslie Wile is still seeking a kitchen manager after they discovered the planned name was already taken. The Repository
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since Mayor Sherer began his term, Canton has aggressively annexed eight areas adding nearly 270 acres—mostly from Canton Township—to boost job growth and business opportunities. City officials plan future commercial use while some council members and township trustees worry about resource limits, with City Council voting on new annexations in September. 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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