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Sunday, October 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Canton Ballet celebrates 60 years this season and offers high-level dance training that builds skill and discipline in young dancers — a program that strengthens local culture and fuels international collaborations. Essayist Chris Auman explains that strong donor support and partnerships help fund landmark productions like The Nutcracker.  The Repository
  • Leon Bibb, an 81-year-old television journalist for WKYC-TV, spoke at the Stark County NAACP Freedom Fund Dinner (Oct 17) at the Kent State Stark Conference Center, urging the community to value storytellers who keep African American history alive. He compared modern storytellers to West African griots (keepers of oral history) and warned against forces that seek to change the true story of the Civil Rights Movement.  The Repository

SPORTS NEWS

  • Lake Center Christian's Gianna Ritchie won the Division IV girls race at GlenOak on Oct. 18th with a time of 18:44.49—she beat a future college teammate to claim her district cross country title. Canton South's Logan Howard, Marlington's Irelyn Johnson and Louisville's Kylah Meyer also won their races, and several teams advanced to the Boardman regional next week.  The Repository

EVENTS

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  • 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

    Fri, 10/24/25

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  • 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

    Fri, 10/24/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 10/26/25

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  • Trunk or Treat Event

    5:30-7:30 p.m. — Stadium Park — Free entry — Enjoy a festive evening of trick-or-treating with costumes and candy from local organizations.

    Thu, 10/30/25

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  • Haymaker's Mill Masquerade Ball

    7-11 p.m. — Haymaker's Mill 1875 — In-person event with free parking — Experience a night of mystery and revelry with enchanting masks and live music.

    Fri, 10/31/25

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  • Toby's Critter Cove Rescue Bingo Fundraiser

    4:30-7:30 p.m. — The Howlin Bird — Ticket purchase required — Play Bingo and support Toby's Critter Cove with fun prizes and raffles.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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  • Gospel and Jazz Gala

    7-9 p.m. — Foltz Center — Support local education — Experience a night of soulful music while honoring the community's contributions.

    Fri, 11/7/25

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  • Chili Cook-Off

    5-6:30 p.m. — Pavilion — Bring your best chili for a fun contest and maybe a pickup game of flag football!

    Sat, 11/8/25

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  • Run Ruck 5K

    8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Plain Township Veterans Park — Registration details available — Participate in a meaningful 5K ruck, run, or walk to honor veterans and support the community.

    Sun, 11/9/25

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  • D1 Nation Mega Bowl

    9 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Hall of Fame Village — $0.00 - $40.00 USD — Witness the top young tackle football teams clash in this exciting tournament at the ForeverLawn Sports Park.

    Fri, 11/14/25

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