Tragedy Strikes Tusky Valley Football: A Community Unites for Mayson White

In a heartbreaking turn of events, the Tusky Valley High School football team is grappling with tragedy following a paralyzing spinal injury suffered by freshman player Mayson White during their season opener against Waynedale. The incident occurred on Friday night, August 23, 2025, stirring deep concern among family, friends, and the entire Tusky Valley community.…

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Gunfire Erupts at Washington Square: A 77-Year-Old Man Arrested

On the night of August 23, North Canton experienced a chaotic incident that left the community alert and concerned. A 77-year-old man from Canton was arrested following reports of gunfire near a restaurant at Washington Square. This alarming event prompted multiple calls to 911, with witnesses reporting shots fired shortly before 10 p.m.   According…

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Life Sentence for Canton Township Bar Shooter

In a heart-wrenching case that has shocked the Canton Township community, Samuel D. Shank, a 26-year-old man, was sentenced to life in prison after fatally shooting 75-year-old Vietnam War veteran Phillip L. Harris. This violent altercation took place at the Old Landmark Tavern on March 24, and it left lasting scars on both the victims…

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Plain Township Trustees Approve Renewal Levy for November Ballot

On August 1, 2025, Plain Township trustees convened a special meeting to address a crucial matter concerning the township’s public safety funding. The board approved placing a five-year renewal of a 4.25-mill policy levy on the upcoming November 4 ballot. This decision comes as a response to a recent change in state law that mandates…

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Operation Unsportsmanlike Conduct: A Stark County Child Sex Sting Results in Seven Arrests

In a significant law enforcement initiative aimed at curbing child exploitation, seven men were arrested during a two-day undercover operation in Stark County, Ohio. Dubbed “Operation Unsportsmanlike Conduct,” this operation was executed from July 31 to August 1, 2025, and focused on apprehending individuals allegedly intending to engage in sexual activities with minors. The collaborative…

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