Good morning, Canton.

Brewster Fire Chief Chris Colucy has led the department for 10 years and is improving staffing and equipment—he also works as a locomotive engineer for CSX Railroad.

Inspired by his family and his start in 1992, Colucy continues to serve the Brewster community with care.

Not For Sale: One Step At A Time will host its seventh annual Community Freedom Summit on Sept.

20 at Walsh University’s Cecchini Center Arena from 9 a.m. to noon—Dr. Tony Talbott will speak on reducing demand to disrupt human trafficking in Stark County.

Stark County has many upcoming community events including a free concert at Canal Fulton Library on Sept 16, a Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Centennial Plaza on Sept 27, candlelit concerts at Gervasi on Sept 26, wine and cheese at the First Ladies National Historic Site on Sept 18, and a Holiday Boutique on Oct 3 and Oct 4—local libraries, parks and organizations are also hosting programs and receiving grants for family support and substance use treatment.

Viega, a global leader in metal pipe fittings, opened its $178M facility in Mantua that built a carbon neutral plant producing two product lines and adding nearly 70 jobs with a new second shift.

The company says the plant will earn LEED gold certification and plans to triple its size over the next ten years—responding to strong local demand.

Former McKinley students dedicated a mural in memory of late principal William Hunter at the Wm.

Hunter Family Development Center on Mahoning Road NE. The mural took four weeks to complete and adds a QR code that gives more details — it honors his work as a teacher and mentor.

Ohio lawmakers must submit a new congressional map by month's end—if they fail to win enough bipartisan support, the Ohio Redistricting Commission will take over and the process will be revisited by November while several other states are also considering similar moves.

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.

AultCare Open House

11 AM – 1 PM — PrimeTime Health Plan — Free lunch — Enjoy complimentary lunch while learning about the PrimeTime Health Plan offerings.