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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 22, 2025, a local Marine recruiter helped bring Marine Pvt. Donald Crabtree home early for Christmas after 7 year old Kevin Crabtree sent a heartfelt letter to Santa via a McDonald's promotion+ sparking a touching reunion in Alliance. The Repository
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Nationwide Insurance says that distracted driving has risen since Dec. 19 and today is expected to be the most dangerous day to drive, so drivers in Canton are urged to keep their phones out of reach to avoid fines under Ohio's law. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Massillon Museum is featuring a new exhibit (What the Tide Brought In) that displays suffrage advocate Ella O. Shoemaker’s historic shell collection with original inventory cards. The exhibit is open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at 121 Lincoln Way E in downtown Massillon. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Stark Community Foundation has opened its 2026-27 scholarship cycle for students in Stark and Carroll counties; nearly 100 scholarships are available online (applications are due by April 1). The Repository
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Canton residents can find unique Christmas gifts at local spots like the Pro Football Hall of Fame store and A Cornucopia of Cool Books, which offer holiday hours. Stark County retailers feature vintage toys and collectibles (and more) to give shoppers a one-of-a-kind holiday gift experience. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jackson High School girls basketball star Maddie Lepley reached 1,000 career points, becoming the fifth player in program history to hit the milestone. She shared her achievement during a recent interview, and coaches say her scoring has boosted team confidence + set a high standard for the season ahead. The Repository
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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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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.
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Movement & Mocktail
Time TBA — Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — Handcrafted cocktails available — Celebrate Dry January with Pilates and delightful zero-proof cocktails.
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Crushed Glass Winter Tree Art Class
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Lost Trail Winery and Vineyard — Registration required — Create a stunning crushed glass winter tree with berries in a charming window-look frame.
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