Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Alliance Veterans Council will hold a program for National POW/MIA Recognition Day on September 21 at Memorial Park in Alliance starting at 3 p.m. The event will feature keynote speaker De Ann M.
Williams and remarks by Frank Barnes and Mayor Andy Grove (it will honor local veterans Thomas Mangino and Army Cpl. Nathanel Thomas and include a firing by honor guard, taps, and echo).
United Way of Greater Stark County started its 2025-2026 campaign at Walsh University’s Barrette Center on Sept 11 — the drive aimed to fight child poverty with a goal to raise $4.527 million.
More than 200 people attended and the group highlighted how it helped children in need last year.
💼 Business
On Sept 11, Gervasi Destinations named its new restaurant and bar, OLINDA — Modern Plates — Pours, for its venue at The Marketplace at Nobles Pond in Jackson Township.
The restaurant will open in 2026 and offer a modern menu and stylish bar design to give local residents a vibrant new social spot.
🎭 Culture
Hayden Grove, who was on The Voice, will sing classic songs at Massillon Museum on Sept.
18 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. He will sing favorites from the Great American Songbook with a bassist and keyboardist—tickets cost $12.51 for members and $14.64 for non-members.
🌲 Environment
AccuWeather forecasts that fall colors in Ohio will peak by mid-October—after near-normal spring and summer rains were followed by a drier August, leaves will begin to change in late September.
Old Farmer's Almanac adds that the season will offer vibrant hues this fall, unlike the muted display caused by last fall's drought.
🏛️ Government
On Monday, October 13, banks, schools and federal offices will be closed for Columbus Day—also called Indigenous Peoples' Day—as federal workers observe a holiday.
In Canton, the post office will only deliver USPS Priority Mail and local garbage pickup will follow its usual schedule.
🏈 Sports
Browns safety Grant Delpit said tackling Ravens running back Derrick Henry is 'not hard' ahead of Sunday's game in Baltimore.
Henry replied he would let his performance speak and coach Kevin Stefanski praised the running back's size, speed, and power—highlighting the challenge his skills pose.
At Lake High School, star Ty DeGeorge broke his ankle in a 34-28 win last week and doctors said it was a clean break with no tendon damage so he is expected to recover in 8–9 weeks—meaning he will miss the rest of the season.
Perry adds depth to its running game while McKinley’s Kayvon Dawkins and Hoover’s John Collins each are showing strong improvements on defense and offense.
🎉 Canton Events
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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.
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.
Glenwood High School Class of 1975 50th Reunion
6-11 p.m. — Tozzi's On 12th — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate 50 years of memories and reconnect with old classmates!
CAK 5K on the Runway
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Akron-Canton Airport — Registration fees apply — Experience the thrill of running on an actual runway at the 9th annual CAK 5K.
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