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Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stark Community Foundation introduced a list of local holiday gift ideas in its Heart of Stark feature on Dec. 8. The curated list includes options such as artisan goods, live performances and memberships to support local businesses. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local holiday albums from Canton musicians like Macy Gray and Relient K offer fresh takes on classics such as (Silent Night) and playful new tracks. Their seasonal releases celebrate the region’s rich musical heritage as the holidays approach. The Repository
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G3 geomagnetic storm watch as a solar storm is expected to hit today and may bring the northern lights over Ohio. Residents are advised to seek dark viewing spots (avoid city lights) between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. for the best view. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After the Browns lost 31+29 to the Titans on Dec. 7, Shedeur Sanders recorded 364 passing yards, three touchdowns + one interception, prompting debate over his role as quarterback. Rookie errors and special teams struggles factored into the tight contest and may influence the team’s game plan moving forward. The Repository
- ➤ OPSMA released the All-Ohio high school football teams for Divisions VI and VII on Monday after Canton hosted the state championship games last weekend + a panel of sportswriters chose the honorees, with the remaining divisional teams set for announcement Tuesday through Thursday. The Repository
- ➤ Several streets in Canton will close Dec. 13 for the Spirit of the Season 5K race. Stadium and Monument Parks will be shut overnight until 11 a.m. (12th Street NW closes from 8:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. and Harrison Avenue NW from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.) The Repository
- ➤ Arielle Clapper of Perry and Rowen Hoffee of Minerva won last week's Stark County Athlete of the Week vote (52.80% and 78.47% in 18,318 votes) and were recognized on Dec. 8; further details will appear today on the sports page. The Repository
- ➤ East Canton's Dillon Anderson earned first-team honors on the Division VI and VII All-Ohio high school football teams on Monday. The linebacker led his team with 163 tackles plus 14 for loss and 8 sacks as his Hornets made a historic playoff run. The Repository
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Community Resource Fair
1-5 p.m. — The Goodwill Ken Weber Community Campus — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with local resources, crafts, and a chance to meet Santa.
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A Christmas Carol
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Players Guild Theatre — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience the timeless tale of Scrooge and his transformation this Christmas season.
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A Christmas Carol
2-5 p.m. — Players Guild Theatre — Tickets start at $114 — Experience the timeless holiday tale brought to life on stage.
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A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Tozzi's On 12th — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of a live radio play adaptation of A Christmas Carol amidst the holiday spirit.
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A Christmas Carol Performance
2-5 p.m. — Players Guild Theatre — Tickets start at $95 — Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge brought to life on stage.
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Natures A-Glow
5-9 p.m. — Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve — General Admission $17, Members $8.50 — Experience a winter wonderland with over 500,000 lights and hands-on activities.
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Family New Year’s Bash at Dave & Buster's
11 a.m.-2 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Canton — Ticket required — Celebrate the New Year early with games, food, and family fun in a festive atmosphere.
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