Good morning, Canton.

Meteorologist Mark Johnson returns to Q92 FM in Alliance as the daily forecaster and will also provide weather reports on WKYC Channel 3 in Cleveland this week—he rejoined after a six-month break and is set to help prepare the area for a snowy winter.

Margaret DeLillo-Storey, a counselor at Perry Local Schools, was named Stark County Veteran of the Year for 2025 by the Veterans Service Commission.

She served in the Army for 23 years, including during Operation Desert Storm—and her award honors her lifelong dedication to service in Canton—while she continues to support veterans as a mental health counselor.

The Canton Repository is collecting details for its annual Christmas lights list for displays across Stark, Mahoning, Summit and nearby counties.

Residents who want their display included should email Benjamin Duer with an address, description + photo for future publication.

The McKinley Museum saw visitor numbers rise in 2025 thanks to new interactive exhibits and the special 'Merry Christmas Charlie Brown' show on view until Jan 31 — its enhanced membership programs and strategic marketing drove over 40,260 visitors by mid-October — and it is set to exceed pre-pandemic records. Visitors enjoyed the upgraded science displays that include a hurricane simulator and digital periodic table.

Ohio SNAP recipients will receive partial payments starting Nov.

12—most will get less than 65% of their usual benefits, officials said. The state will also allocate up to $25 million to support food banks and low-income families amid ongoing legal challenges.

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services said it will start issuing partial SNAP benefits as early as Wednesday as new USDA rules require most households to receive less than 65% of their normal aid during the shutdown.

Payments will be made daily until all approved recipients receive their adjusted amounts—official notices will explain the new benefit calculations.

Canton opened a warming center at 8 p.m. November 10 in the McKinley Room lobby at 1101 Market Ave. N—residents could warm up until it closed at 8 a.m. November 11 as a response to a sharp drop in real-feel temperature, with SARTA route 108 offering free rides to the Civic Center and city dispatch available for rides outside normal hours.

On Sunday, the Cleveland Browns lost 27 to 20 to the New York Jets after committing 10 penalties and allowing 6 quarterback sacks — the Browns will host Baltimore while players and former star Greg Pruitt stressed the need for better line and special teams support.

Today, in the Akron-Kent State rivalry game, brothers Dru and TJ DeShields face off as Dru starts for Kent State and TJ works as an offensive analyst for Akron—marking a rare moment for the siblings to play against each other.

Round 2 of the Ohio high school football playoffs ended with Canton McKinley beating Medina 30-7 to secure a regional semifinal at Mentor, East Canton earning its first third-round spot with a 46-26 win over Fairport Harding, and Massillon dominating North Canton Hoover with a 62-7 score. In Round 3, Canton McKinley will face Mentor in Division I Region 1 — while East Canton pursues its playoff run in Division VII Region 25.

The 2025 high school boys basketball preview at St. Haralambos Church is set for Nov.

17 at the church on the corner of 25th and Harvard N.W., with a social hour starting at 5:30 p.m., a buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m., and a coaches panel at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $20 and prepaid reservations for group seating are requested by Nov. 13.

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.

NEOPro Wrestling ENDGAME

5-9 p.m. — Kingdom Center — Tickets starting at $15 — Witness the excitement as NEOPro Wrestling returns home with ENDGAME in Canton, Ohio.

Holiday Highland - Pre Sketched Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $20 for candle add-on — Create a unique painting while enjoying refreshments and the option to craft a scented candle.

Holly Pine Lane

10 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Canton Garden Center — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with decorated trees, light displays, and visits from Santa Claus.

Madrigal Feast 2025

6-9 p.m. — Foltz Center — Coin for food and drinks — Celebrate Christmas with a unique medieval feast featuring entertainment and a delightful buffet.

Professional Championship Bull Riders

7-8:30 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Check website for ticket pricing — Experience the thrill of America’s premier bull riding series featuring top-notch riders and fierce bulls.

29th Annual Perry Township Rotary Turkey Trot

7-11 a.m. — Canton Central Catholic High School — $22-$50 — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun-filled 5K run/walk in the heart of Canton, Ohio.

Holiday Market Weekend One

12-7 p.m. — Oakwood Square — Admission TBD — Experience an enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of European Christmas markets with local shopping and festive activities.

720 Village of Shops

5:30-8:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown — Free entry — Explore local shops and enjoy refreshments during this festive pop-up market.

A Christmas Carol

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Players Guild Theatre — Ticket prices start at $99 — Experience a classic holiday tale brought to life on stage.