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Monday, September 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wendy Heslink manages events at Centennial Plaza and the Canton Memorial Civic Center — she joined ASM Global on June 2 after 32 years in education and city events and now uses her local experience to boost downtown activity. The Repository
- ➤ Stark County events offer local residents diverse opportunities as author Katrina Kittle speaks at Rodman Public Library on Sept. 15, Specs celebrates a birthday at North Canton Public Library on Sept. 13, and Timken High School honors alumni on Sept. 25—with fundraisers, concerts, and park activities planned across the region including the First Ladies Library and Museum gala and Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health’s fundraiser on Sept. 20. The Repository
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Two Northeast Ohio residents won $100,000 after Saturday’s Powerball drawing when their tickets sold at Beverage Depot in Geneva and Stop N Go in Struthers matched four white balls and the Powerball with the Power Play option—while the jackpot reset to $20 million for the next drawing. FOX 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Madison Gordon, a Canton South High School senior, won the local HBCU Teen Scholarship Pageant on Aug. 29 (held at Hall of Fame Village's Nash Family Center) and earned a crown, sash and a $1,000 scholarship (for college tuition). The Repository
- ➤ Mary Ellen Icaza of Stark Library said a library card is more than plastic—it's a key to free learning and future opportunities for families. Stark Library offers storytime, homework help, and digital tools to support school readiness and lifelong learning. The Repository
READ NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR The Tangle gives readers the left, right, and center takes on one big political story each day — no outrage, no noise. It’s independent, nonpartisan, and free to read. Built for people who are done being manipulated by the algorithm. The Tangle
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hayden Wickard threw three touchdown passes and ran for one as Walsh University beat Wheeling 31–15 on Saturday, Sept. 6 — the win improved Walsh's record to 2–0 and featured receivers Austin Knowles and Trey Martin each gaining over 100 yards while Jake Gill rushed for 116 yards. The Repository
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Ohio Leader Collective - Canton Live Session
7:30-9:30 a.m. — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Registration required — Engage with fellow leaders and gain actionable insights for personal and professional growth.
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Legally Blonde
Sep 12-28 — Players Guild Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant musical adaptation that challenges the stereotype of the 'dumb blonde'.
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Cheeky Monkey 24 Relay Race
9 AM – 9 AM — Plain Township Veterans Park — Check event website for details — Participate in an exciting relay running event in Canton, Ohio.
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Rockin’ Rooftop Concert Featuring Corey King & Ben Gage
7-10 p.m. — Cultural Center for the Arts — Free entry — Enjoy live music with stunning views of downtown Canton on the rooftop.
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Niko Moon Live at Hometown Jams
5-8:30 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Tickets available at hometownjams.com — Celebrate a night of country music with Niko Moon's feel-good energy and upbeat storytelling.
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