Good morning, Canton.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Legally Blonde

Sep 12-28 — Players Guild Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant musical adaptation that challenges the stereotype of the 'dumb blonde'.

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.

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.

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.

Malone XC Night Invitational

5:30-9:50 p.m. — Malone University — Registration required — Experience a night of cross country racing on our improved course with a new start line.

Dwight Yoakam with The Mavericks

7-8:30 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Pre-Sale tickets available — Experience Dwight Yoakam in concert along with The Mavericks on the Cosmic Roundup & Rodeo Tour.

Field of Honor Classic

5-9 p.m. — Willig Softball Complex — Registration required — A spirited game honoring heroes between the U.S. Armed Forces and First Responders.

Canton Mural Fest 2025

1-4 p.m. — Canton Museum of Art — Free entry — Celebrate community and creativity as vibrant murals transform downtown Canton.

Fall Ohio Cartridge Show

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. – 12 noon Saturday — Courtyard by Marriott Canton — $5 admission, children free — Explore a wide array of cartridges and collectibles during this engaging two-day event.