Good morning, Canton.

AEP Ohio is rebranding as Ohio Power Co. and will issue a redesigned electric bill to customers starting Oct.

1 (the change comes as the utility updates its billing process).

Actor Josh Peck appeared at Stark Library’s Speaking of Books event on Sept.

24 at Palace Theatre in Canton, where he spoke about his recovery from alcohol abuse and announced upcoming projects including a Food Network cake themed game show (premiering Oct. 5) that excited local fans.

Most groceries for home use remain untaxed in Canton because the state exempts food, though soft drinks incur a 5.75% tax + local taxes can raise rates to 8.75%.

Shoppers should check which items are taxed before their next trip.

Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper Sgt. Jeremy Kindler shared his 20-year experience during a ride-along with the Canton Repository and urged residents to explore a career with the agency.

The Patrol hosted 1,810 ride-alongs this year + is accepting applications for cadet internships and candidate positions.

Hot Shots Pickleball Club in Jackson Township will host a free Wellness Expo from 5 to 7 p.m. on Oct.

2 at 6320 Promway Ave. NW as part of its Rally and Recovery initiative that starts a three-day Fall Classic Tournament. Register via the app or call 330+616+3465.

Massillon Tigers (31-8) extended their unbeaten season with a win over Football North from Ontario Friday night at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium.

A court order granted six players emergency eligibility, ensuring they can play in upcoming contests.

Jim Tressel co-hosted America 250-Ohio in Canton on Sept.

24, where panelists discussed Ohio sports legends. Panelists, including Bernie Kosar and Renee Powell, highlighted choices for a Mount Rushmore of athletes and teams (such as the 2002 Buckeyes) at the sold-out Pro Football Hall of Fame event.

Reese Riley of Louisville and Sam Baker of Hoover won Stark County High School Athlete of the Week for Sept.

14-19 in a contest with 19,454 votes cast (Riley earned 52.3% and Baker 58.4% of votes); more details on their achievements will be featured next Tuesday.

Kyelin West set a career high in rushing yards and the McKinley defense recorded a shutout against Green in a Federal League game.

Families of six Massillon Tigers football players got a court order from a Stark County judge so they can play tonight while waiting for an OHSAA ruling on their transfers; the judge set an injunction hearing for 8:30 a.m. (Oct.

6).

Yesterday, 18 high school football games kicked off in Stark County — live score updates and standings were posted.

Today, one game begins at 7 p.m. while state championships are scheduled for December in Canton.