Good morning, Canton.

Major Jody Kramer from the Salvation Army discussed the Christmas assistance program designed to help families during the festive season.

The interview outlined plans to expand holiday services and community support in the area.

Stark County’s Salvation Army has received generous community support as donations and volunteers prepare toys and clothes for local kids this holiday season.

The program will benefit over 25,000 children across the region — including 2,200 locally — amid an 8% drop in Red Kettle collections due to wintry conditions.

Rose Lane Rehabilitation and Nursing - a place with caring staff - surprised longtime residents Gayle and Larry Simcox by flying their daughter Shannon in from Florida for an emotional Christmas reunion.

Shannon will spend a week with her parents before returning to Florida on Christmas Eve.

A new film spotlighting Neil Diamond tribute acts debuts this week, following Mike and Claire Sardina's tribute story while Brunswick couple Gary + Cheryl Gomez lead The Diamond Project Band, whose local shows at The Music Box Supper Club keep the music alive for Northeast Ohio fans.

Local wildlife experts recommend installing owl nesting boxes this winter to provide safe roosting spots for local species (including the threatened barn owl, barred owl and Eastern screech owl) as homeowners can mount them on trees, posts, or buildings.

A multi-state coalition of attorneys general settled with Menards, requiring the store to pay $4.25 million and clarify its rebate program after claims it deceptively advertised an 11% discount as future store credit (including in Ohio).

Menards must implement remaining changes within 90 days.

Kent State University announced women's wrestling will begin in fall 2027 as its 20th varsity sport, making it the first NCAA Division I school in Ohio to sponsor the event.

The new program will offer more opportunities for female student-athletes.

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.

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.

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.

America's Best Canton Challenge

8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Housing Offered — Cheer on top All Star teams at this exciting cheerleading event.

Movement & Mocktail

Time TBA — Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — Handcrafted cocktails available — Celebrate Dry January with Pilates and delightful zero-proof cocktails.