Good morning, Canton.

Lucian Boldea, Timken Co. president and CEO, will speak at the Chamber's annual dinner on Nov.

10 at the Canton Memorial Civic Center (1101 Market Ave. N). A cocktail reception will run from 5 to 6 p.m., with dinner scheduled to follow until 8 p.m.

Walsh University President Tim Collins (North Canton) said Ohio’s EdChoice voucher program gives families real school choice amid declining test scores; he argued the program spurs competition that can improve education for Stark County students.

Gentzler Tool & Die, a family-owned factory in Green that operated nearly 75 years at 3903 Massillon Road, closed in April after its sale for $1.6 million; demolition will begin Sept.

30 to allow a new medical facility, with a family memorial planned (honoring its legacy).

The historic Timken Stables building on 13th St. NW remains in limbo more than a year after a July 2025 auction ended with no bids, leaving neighbors concerned about the ongoing eyesore.

Canfield’s game on Friday ended West Branch’s 15-game regular-season winning streak as junior running back Sami Hout rushed for 212 yards on 25 carries in a 24-14 victory.

The Cardinals capitalized on turnovers & a strong running game to secure the win.