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Carroll County

Local food pantries ready to help if SNAP benefits end. Here’s a list

With federal SNAP benefits potentially ending Friday, food pantries across Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas counties are preparing to help families who may suddenly find themselves…

October 29, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Bar owner: Suspect in Waco shooting was intoxicated, refused service before gunfire outside

The owner of a Waco-area bar is speaking out after a man fired a gun across the street from the establishment late Friday night, saying the suspect had been refused service before…

October 25, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

OHSAA announces emergency vote on NIL following court order

The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) has announced an emergency referendum vote that will allow member schools to decide whether student-athletes can be compensated…

October 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Bomb threat prompts hard lockdown at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton

Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton was placed on a hard lockdown Tuesday evening following an alleged bomb threat that prompted a heavy police response and K-9 sweeps…

October 14, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

THC products back on shelves after judge pauses Ohio ban

A Franklin County judge has temporarily blocked Gov. Mike DeWine’s emergency order banning the sale of intoxicating hemp-derived products, allowing Ohio retailers and breweries to…

October 14, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Ohio’s THC ban leaves local bars like the Barrel Room reeling

Just a year after she introduced THC-infused drinks to her menu, Keri Sullivan’s bar is being forced to pull them from the shelves. Sullivan, owner of The Barrel Room located in…

October 13, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Browns owners, City of Cleveland partner on $100M revitalization plan in wake of team move

Mayor Justin M. Bibb and the Haslam Sports Group (HSG) have reached a $100 million agreement aimed at transforming Cleveland’s lakefront and advancing the development of a new…

October 13, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

“Dangerous”: Gov. DeWine orders intoxicating hemp products pulled from Ohio stores

Gov. Mike DeWine has signed an executive order directing Ohio retailers to remove intoxicating hemp products from store shelves, citing public safety concerns and the lack of…

October 8, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Fishers Foods to close last Stark Co. store after 92 years, ending final store operations October 14

After more than nine decades serving Stark County, Fishers Foods announced Tuesday it will close its last remaining store. The family-owned grocer said its final day of operations…

September 30, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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Stark County

Pro Football Hall of Fame breaks ground on $19M KeyBank Center

The Pro Football Hall of Fame broke ground Tuesday on its largest event space yet, the $19.3 million KeyBank Center, which is expected to open in time for Enshrinement Week 2027.…

September 23, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Alliance residents push back on proposed supportive housing project

Tensions boiled over Wednesday night as more than 40 residents packed into the Alliance Planning Commission meeting to oppose ICAN Housing’s proposed nine-unit development behind…

September 18, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Sparks of Giving Festival returns to Bolivar with big fireworks, music and an even bigger purpose

A celebration of generosity and family fun is set to light up Bolivar this weekend as the Sparks of Giving Festival returns to the Wilkshire Event Center on Saturday. The daylong…

September 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton Civic Center, Centennial Plaza set for big acts and busy fall season

For more than a decade, Blake Schilling has been the driving force behind some of Canton’s biggest concerts, sporting events, and community gatherings. Now, as general manager of…

September 1, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Half a century of pets and passion: Tropical Paradise Pet Center turns 50

For half a century, Sheree Butler has been the heartbeat of Tropical Paradise Pet Center, the small-town shop where colorful fish dart through crystal-clear tanks and the chatter…

August 31, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Pizza Oven seeks to end Hall of Fame Village lease over exclusivity dispute

A well-known Canton pizza chain is asking a judge to end its lease at the Hall of Fame Village, claiming the venue broke a promise to make the restaurant its exclusive pizza…

August 29, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Accidental milk spill sends 300 gallons into Sandy Creek in Minerva

An equipment overflow at Minerva Dairy on Aug. 12 caused roughly 300 gallons of raw milk to enter Sandy Creek, prompting an evening response from local officials. Village Service…

August 14, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Columbiana County man wins $1 million on Ohio Lottery scratch-off

A Columbiana County man has claimed a $1 million prize from an Ohio Lottery scratch-off ticket. The Leetonia resident won the top prize on a $30 Royal Riches scratch-off game,…

August 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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Tuscarawas County

Dunkin’ to take over former Long John Silver’s site in New Philadelphia

A well-known coffee and donut chain is preparing to make its debut in Tuscarawas County. Real estate broker Terry Everett of Infinity Representatives said Dunkin’ has purchased…

August 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Taco Bell eyes second Dover location with new modern design

A second Taco Bell restaurant could be coming to the city of Dover, according to Mayor Shane Gunnoe. During Monday’s City Council meeting, Gunnoe said the city has received a…

August 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Ohio’s 2025 Sales Tax Holiday returns with two-week savings window for shoppers

Ohio’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is returning for 2025 with a major expansion: instead of the traditional weekend event, this year’s tax break will span a full two weeks. Shoppers…

August 1, 2025 · Jordan Miller