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Local wrestlers shine on day one of state wrestling tournament: full recap

The first round of the Division I, Division II, and Division III state wrestling tournaments saw several local wrestlers competing for a chance at a state championship, with mixed…

March 7, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Human remains and hundreds of animals—both dead and alive—removed from Canton home

Authorities have removed what are believed to be human bones, along with hundreds of live and deceased animals, from a Canton home described as being in "deplorable conditions."…

March 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Rolling Panthers host fundraiser game at Perry HS for wheelchair basketball program

The Rolling Panthers wheelchair basketball team received an outpouring of community support Wednesday night at Perry High School, as fans packed the gym to watch the team compete…

March 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

71 wrestlers from Stark, Carroll, and Tuscarawas Counties qualify for state. See full list here

Wrestlers from Stark, Carroll, and Tuscarawas counties will compete at the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) State Wrestling Tournament after securing spots at their…

March 5, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Police arrest man accused of posing as Amazon delivery driver in Alliance armed robbery

A Chardon man accused of posing as an Amazon delivery driver to gain access to a home and commit armed robbery in Alliance has been arrested, police said. Steven S. Dackiewicz,…

February 27, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

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…