Good morning, Canton.

Firefighters from Erie Valley Fire and Rescue and other local departments demonstrated SoyFoam, a new biodegradable firefighting foam made from soybeans that is free from dangerous chemicals at Cedar Crest Farm on Sept 30th.

The product, developed by a Wisconsin chemist and now produced in Georgia—costing $179 for a five-gallon bucket—extinguished fires in seconds and may soon be available in Northeast Ohio.

Trevor Stutzman, a 19-year-old Massillon teen and Washington High School graduate, died on Oct.

3 when a garage explosion destroyed his home and broke windows in nearby houses—firefighters found his body and no one else was hurt.

At 8 a.m. Oct. 6 a limited chlorine gas release from treatment chemicals at the Aqua Ohio plant in Massillon led to the evacuation of the facility and two nearby businesses—no employees were injured and water safety was maintained while the delivery driver was taken to hospital for evaluation.

The Akron and Canton SCORE chapters have merged to form SCORE Akron/Canton — offering free mentoring, planning support and workshops to small business owners in Northeast Ohio.

The merger reduced duplicate administrative costs and now serves 11 counties in the region.

Master Pizza will open its first Stark location at the former Zepp’s Pizza on S.

Main St.—the award-winning chain from Mayfield Heights operates 13 shops in the region and plans to offer dine in, take out and delivery.

State Reps. Heidi Workman and Adam Mathews have proposed House Bill 450 that would let pregnant women use accessible parking with a removable windshield placard — the placard costs $8 and is valid for up to a year.

The bill is now with the Children and Human Services Committee before it moves to the Senate.

Week 7 of high school football saw Canton McKinley hold the top spot in the Federal League with a win over Hoover—Alliance and West Branch set to face off in a game that will decide the EBC title while standout players made strong contributions.

Massillon bounced back with a win and the Greater Canton Football Power Poll now ranks Massillon and Lake behind McKinley as teams prepare for Week 8.

USA Today Network released its seventh Ohio High School Football Super 25 Poll as the OHSAA season enters Week 8—two Stark County teams, Canton McKinley and Massillon, rank 17th and 16th among the top 25.

Sports writers and editors statewide compile the poll weekly using a panel of first-place votes.

AultCare Open House

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

Gervasi Haunted Wine Run 5k

10 a.m. — Gervasi Destinations — Registration fee varies — Enjoy a Halloween-themed 5k run or walk while savoring fine wine.

720 MKT Gervasi Fall Pop Up

11 AM – 4 PM — Gervasi Destinations — Free entry — Explore a vibrant fall market featuring 30 seasonal and foodie vendors.

2025 Heritage Ohio Annual Conference

9 AM – 12 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown — Registration fees apply — Explore sessions and networking opportunities focused on historic preservation and community revitalization.

Beetlejuice Jr.

Beetlejuice JR. is a spooky, spectacular junior production packed with laughs, thrills, and unforgettable music. Based on Tim Burton’s iconic film, this high-energy musical follows quirky teen Lydia Deetz as she navigates life, death, and the outrageous antics of a mischievous demon named Beetlejuice.

Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms

11 a.m.-7 p.m. — Nickajack Farms — $17 admission — Enjoy a festive fall experience with a variety of activities including pumpkin picking, hayrides, and playful farm attractions.

Trunk or Treat

2:30-4 p.m. — Goldfish Swim School - North Canton — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with games, activities, and treats for all ages.

WINNIE THE POOH BOOOOO!

Join Pooh and Friends for a Not-So-Spooky Halloween Adventure—Full of Giggles, Friendship, and Silly Surprises in the Hundred Acre Wood! Halloween costumes are encouraged! Stay after the show to join Winnie the Pooh and friends for a costume parade and trick-or-treating stations! 10/24–10/26

WINNIE THE POOH BOOOOO!

Join Pooh and Friends for a Not-So-Spooky Halloween Adventure—Full of Giggles, Friendship, and Silly Surprises in the Hundred Acre Wood! Halloween costumes are encouraged! Stay after the show to join Winnie the Pooh and friends for a costume parade and trick-or-treating stations! 10/24–10/26

The Great Pumpkin Race

12:15-3:00 p.m. — Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities — Registration Required — Celebrate the 27th Anniversary of this beloved community race featuring pumpkin-themed fun.

Haunted Forest Marathon Weekend

8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — St. Helena Heritage Park — Cost varies by race — Family-friendly themed marathon event featuring options for all runners to enjoy the spooky atmosphere.