Good morning, Canton.

Will Dent, the founding CEO of ABCD Inc., will retire on Dec.

31 after more than 50 years of service that contributed over $75 million to local community programs. He will be succeeded by Rev. Tomier Davenport (a longtime board member and local leader).

Stark County residents can review detailed New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day hours for local stores like Giant Eagle, IGA, Acme, and more.

Hours differ by retailer + some locations may be closed on New Year’s Day, so shoppers are advised to check times before heading out.

Niko Moon played his first ticketed show at Centennial Plaza in downtown Canton, marking one of 2025's best concerts + a boost for local music lovers.

Mount Union football players Giovanni Kennedy, Kosta Thrasivoulou and Kaleb Brown were named to the D3football.com All-America Team, with Kennedy and Thrasivoulou earning first team honors and Brown receiving second team recognition.

Marlington's Bailee Pietz and McKinley's Jamar Keyes were named Stark County Athlete of the Week for Dec.

15-21 after receiving 25,710 votes. Pietz scored 15 points in a win over Salem and Keyes recorded 32 points + 7 rebounds in overtime.

Olentangy's boys basketball team won its game Saturday, Dec.

27 when Ty Walburn scored at the buzzer after Hoover's Hunter Hershberger tied the game with 25 seconds left.

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.

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.

Miller Lite Canton Motorcycle Swap Meet

10 AM – 3 PM — Stark County Fairgrounds — Free entry for kids 16 and under — The largest motorcycle swap meet in northeastern Ohio filled with parts, leather, and delicious food.

Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour

7-9 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a century of thrills and laughs with the legendary Harlem Globetrotters.

Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Pricing varies — Craft a cozy chunky knit blanket and enjoy light snacks and BYOB beverages.