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Canton South girls on the brink of history as they advance to the Elite Eight

The Canton South Wildcats girls basketball team is headed to the Elite Eight for just the second time in school history, capping off a remarkable turnaround season under…

February 26, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County man indicted on felony charges, accused of hanging dog

A 28-year-old Canton man has been indicted on multiple felony charges, including cruelty to companion animals, after allegedly hanging his dog and attempting to set fire to his…

February 26, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County pastor accused of kidnapping, sexually abusing minor

A Stark County pastor is facing multiple charges, including kidnapping and sexual abuse, after allegedly taking a 14-year-old girl against her will and engaging in sexual contact…

February 25, 2025 · Jordan Miller

white chickens and rooster walking on green grass.

Stark County

Bird flu detected in Stark County backyard poultry flock; five chickens killed

A backyard poultry flock in Stark County has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza, according to the Ohio Department of Agriculture. The National Veterinary…

February 24, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Heritage at Great Trail to bring new dining experience to Minerva golf course

A new restaurant is coming to Great Trail Golf Course in Minerva, as husband-and-wife team Gina Vizzo and Brent Bratu prepare to launch Heritage at Great Trail in late spring or…

February 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Local woman killed in Stark County crash, others injured; victim identified

A Canton woman died Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash on State Route 172, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 3:11 p.m. near Perry Drive…

February 18, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Area school closings: Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025

Local schools are announcing school closures for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 due to predicted low temperatures. Alliance City Schools Canton City Schools Canton Local Schools…

February 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Local suspect now facing rape charge in connection to missing teen case

A man accused of taking a missing 14-year-old girl from Illinois to Stark County is now facing a rape charge after authorities say he engaged in sexual conduct with the teen at a…

February 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

hot pursuit police traffic chase at night

Stark County

Stark County teacher charged in DUI crash with son in car that left man with fractured spine

A GlenOak High School social studies teacher is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly driving under the influence and causing a crash that seriously injured…