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Stark County

All students at Stark Co. elementary receive new coats through Operation Warm partnership

Every student at Lexington Elementary walked away with more than just a new coat this week — they left with warmth, confidence and a reminder that their community cares. Through a…

March 27, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Enhanced severe weather risk issued for local counties; damaging winds, tornadoes possible

Stark, Carroll and Tuscarawas counties are under an enhanced risk for severe weather today, with the potential for damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes as multiple rounds of…

March 26, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Toddler dies after being trapped in Plain Township house fire

A 23-month-old girl has died after being rescued from a house fire in Plain Township, authorities said. The fire was reported around 9:22 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, in the 3400 block…

March 25, 2026 · Jordan Miller

National News

Quadruple amputee cornhole player charged with murder in Maryland shooting

A professional cornhole player who gained national attention as a quadruple amputee has been charged with murder after authorities say he fatally shot a man during an argument…

March 24, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Area girls basketball standouts earn Division I, II and III All-Ohio honors

Several area athletes from Stark and surrounding counties earned recognition on the 2026 All-Ohio girls basketball teams, as announced Tuesday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media…

March 24, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton police: Man charged after intentional high-speed crash injures woman

A Canton man is facing multiple charges after police say he drove recklessly and caused a crash that seriously injured another driver Friday morning on Cleveland Avenue NW.…

March 24, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton plans roundabout with train tracks running through busy intersection

A proposed redesign of the Fulton Road, 25th Street and Harrison Avenue intersection would introduce a roundabout with railroad tracks running directly through it — a feature city…

March 23, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Multi-vehicle crash slows I-77 South near Tuscarawas St during rush hour

A multi-vehicle crash is causing significant delays along Interstate 77 in Canton during the Monday afternoon rush. The crash happened around 4:30 p.m. Monday on I-77 southbound…

March 23, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Secrest, Ujcich lead area selections on Division IV–VII All-Ohio teams

The 2026 Divisions IV, V, VI and VII girls basketball All-Ohio teams were announced Monday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association, recognizing the top players across the state…

March 23, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

A gym, a town and 600+ wins: Malvern basketball’s Denny Tucci calls it a career

The final buzzer has sounded on a career that spanned generations — and fittingly, it came on one of the biggest stages in program history. After leading the Hornets to their…

March 22, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Motorcyclist killed in Tuscarawas County crash on SR 800

A 66-year-old man died following a motorcycle crash Saturday evening in Tuscarawas County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 5:05 p.m. on state…

March 22, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Tuscarawas County woman, 38, killed in Strasburg motorcycle crash

A motorcyclist was killed Friday night in a two-vehicle crash in Tuscarawas County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 9:15 p.m. on March 20…

March 21, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

“I don’t understand how this happened”: Mother speaks after judge shuts down East Canton daycare

On the morning of March 10, Missy Williams said her baby boy was smiling. Grant Simmons was his normal, happy self that morning, Missy said. She snapped a photo of him smiling and…

March 20, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Tee House Social to open at Great Trail Golf Course following Heritage closure

A new restaurant concept is set to open at Great Trail Golf Course next month, bringing a fresh dining experience to the Minerva area following the closure of Heritage at Great…

March 20, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Inmate dies after apparent suicide attempt at Stark County Jail

The Stark County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of an inmate who was found unresponsive inside the Stark County Jail late Tuesday night, marking the second in-custody…

March 18, 2026 · Jordan Miller

National News

Jackson Township native finds love — and a new spotlight — on Netflix dating series

When Vanessa Drozda first filled out an application for a reality dating show, she never imagined it would lead to a starring role on a hit Netflix series — or spark conversations…

March 18, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Several schools closed or delayed Tuesday due to snow

Snowfall across eastern Ohio has forced several schools and agencies to cancel classes or operate on delays Tuesday. The following schools and organizations have announced…

March 17, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Attic fire damages Canton home; four cats missing

A fire that broke out early Monday in the attic of a three-story home on Canton’s northwest side was quickly brought under control, though several pets remain missing, fire…

March 16, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Man injured in shooting at Stark County bar Sunday afternoon

A man suffered a graze wound during a shooting inside a Canton bar late Sunday afternoon, according to a police report. Officers working an off-duty detail were called inside the…

March 16, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Area wrestlers from 12 schools place at OHSAA state tournament

Wrestlers from several area schools earned podium finishes at the Ohio High School Athletic Association state wrestling tournament, with competitors from Claymont, New…

March 15, 2026 · Jordan Miller