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Hi Canton, hope you’re having a great weekend!
In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: A $17 million land deal, Harlem Globetrotters, and Pink Floyd reimagined symphonically + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Canton protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 Most-clicked stories this week
Major real estate deals: Three Stark County sales topped $1 million, led by AIDC Canton 1 LLC, affiliated with New York-based Active Infrastructure, which bought over 100 acres annexed to Canton for $17 million — read the full story.
Weeklong local adventures await: North Canton Public Library has expanded its Community Exploration Program, adding free passes to Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens and Beech Creek Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve for cardholders — see how to reserve online.
Tradition you can taste: Locals swear by Kennedy Barbecue in Canton, a no-frills spot slow-smoking pit meat for over 90 years, with a beloved pulled pork sandwich and a closely guarded family sauce — learn what makes it special.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 This week’s top finds
Big-screen nostalgia fix: Skip the chains, because Canton Palace Theatre is rolling out its Nominated Film Series this week, serving award-season picks on Canton’s largest screen with historic charm and small-town camaraderie. It’s an easy night out that still feels like an occasion, especially for a big-screen nostalgia kick.
Give old stuff new life: If your weekend project needs character, or a door that’s seen some things, Marshall’s Antique Warehouse stocks reclaimed doors, windows, lighting, hardware, and vintage finds ready to be repurposed. Family-run and refreshingly unfussy, it’s a go-to for Canton DIYers and treasure hunters.
Your time-travel closet, updated. Lost Thread Vintage unites vendors with handpicked pieces from the early 1900s through the 2000s, all tucked inside Main Street Modern. Skip the doomscrolling and let your next jacket, dress, or tee find you… more treasure hunt, less algorithm.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Sneak peek at next week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏀 Harlem Globetrotters @ Canton Memorial Civic Center | Monday (3/9) at 7:00 PM – Winter called a time-out, but the Globetrotters hit Canton Civic Center on Monday, March 9 at 7 PM. Can’t make it? Refunds through Sunday, March 1 for official purchases, transfers go back to the original buyer, or keep your tickets, still valid; details at harlemglobetrotters.com.
🎨 I’m Lucky and I Gnome it! Glass Painting @ Grapes in a Glass | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:30 PM – Feeling lucky, and mildly crafty? For $40 at Grapes in a Glass, paint a St. Paddy’s stein, sip a drink, get supplies, guided designs or freestyle, and door prizes. Add a $15 wine glass for a matching set, and snag a seat before gnomes do.
♀ Women in History Luncheon @ La Pizzaria | Thursday (3/12) at 10:30 AM – If you needed a sign to lunch for a cause, this is it. JRC’s 28th Women in History Luncheon honors Stacy Dulik and Maureen Ater, with DeLores Pressley bringing the uplift, and every seat supports JRC’s Learning Centers. Come hungry, leave inspired, and smugly civic.
🥂 Pilates & Prosecco @ Spade Wellness Studio | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Grab your mat and a sense of humor, head to Spade for Pilates with prosecco, an all-levels class where balance meets bubbles and core work pairs with a toast. Included for members, $15 for drop-ins, plus bragging rights for planking without spilling.
🏡 2026 Stark County Home & Garden Show @ Hall of Fame Village Center for Performance | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – Stark County Home & Garden Show is your yearly excuse to stroll aisles of mulch, windows, and patio dreams, then declare this is the year you finally tackle the deck. Five bucks at the door or online, cheaper than a flat of petunias.
🐦 Birds & Exotic Fairs @ Stark County Fairgrounds | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Head to Stark County Fairgrounds for the first Bird and Exotic Fair, where you can admire, adopt, and accessorize everything from finches to macaws. Walk-up grooming, a prize scavenger hunt, and vendors galore, all for $5, kids free. Consider it sanctioned preening.
🐸 Science Saturday: Marsh Madness @ McKinley Presidential Library & Museum | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Trade your brackets for boots and swing by the McKinley Museum for Marsh Madness, a hands-on plunge into our wetlands. Kids and grandkids tackle mosquito flickin’, leaping frogs, lure-necklace and cattail crafts, even marble snails, while you get the why-it-matters scoop on local marsh life.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Canton report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 58°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 2%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. West wind 6 to 13 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Clear, with a low around 42. Southwest wind 7 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 67°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 67. Southwest wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 51.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
Most popular house this week
This end-unit Concord model in Jackson Township’s Hawks Nest Crossing delivers easy lock-and-go living with green space and prime access to shopping, dining, and parks. The 3-bed, 2.5-bath layout highlights an island kitchen with upgrades, a pantry-laundry combo, and a first-floor primary suite. Upstairs brings a huge loft, flex bonus room, and walk-in closet. Private patio adds leafy charm.
Take a peek inside →
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