Good morning, Canton.

Stark County offers many Halloween events for families, including today’s Shop the Block: Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat at Marketplace on 10th Street (with food trucks and live music), while nearby towns host trick-or-treating, costume contests and hayrides on various dates this week.

Violence surrounds Skyline Terrace as the Rooted Together Sisterhood is working to improve safety and community life by planning programs that offer support to residents.

A CandyStore survey (3,200 people) shows that Ohioans favor Blow Pops as the most popular treat while Snickers is recognized as the best overall candy this Halloween season.

The report also found candy corn to be the worst-rated treat, with several new entries joining the top 10 rankings.

Installing a smart thermostat helps lower energy use and cuts annual heating and cooling costs by at least 8%.

Homeowners in Canton may choose Energy Star options with simple DIY installation and qualify for rebates as energy costs continue to rise — savings and efficiency are prioritized now.

McKinley will host Jackson tonight at Benson Stadium as the Bulldogs (7-1) need a win to clinch the league title while other Federal League teams play playoff-deciding games.

Friday's high school football games in Stark County began at 7 p.m. with 18 matches and were followed by live score updates, showing local teams' performances as they prepared for playoff hopes and state championships in Canton this December.

Newcomerstown defeated East Canton 36-14 last night at Foltz Stadium in the IVC North Division, as both teams battled for the top spot.

East Canton will face Malvern next week while chasing a playoff berth.

Jackson's Polar Bears beat McKinley with strong play in all three phases + took control of the Federal League title today.

Massillon Tigers rebounded from their only season loss by beating Harding 49-16 on Friday, Oct.

16, after a court restored the Feister brothers' eligibility; the team now stands 8-1 and will face Canton McKinley on Oct. 24 at 2 p.m.-a key game as they head toward the playoffs.

Six Stark County high school football teams are in contention as five have clinched OHSAA playoff spots while others need wins in the final two weeks of the season.

Final ratings will be released on Sunday, Oct. 25 (computer ratings) and playoffs will begin on Friday, Oct. 30.