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Stark Parks celebrates season with holiday events, hikes and winter adventures

December programs include Santa “Claws” for a Cause, Light Up Magnolia, yoga, snowshoe hikes and kids’ camps across county parks

ConnectWell CIE launches in Stark County to link health and social services

New community information exchange connects hospitals, agencies and nonprofits to coordinate care and improve resident well-being

Christkindl Markt ushers in holiday spirit at Canton Museum of Art

Now in its 52nd year, the beloved German-inspired market filled the Cultural Center with handcrafted gifts, festive music and community cheer.

Lake High School Drama Club presents Thornton Wilder’s classic 'Our Town'

Performances run Nov. 14–16 at Lake Performing Arts Hall, showcasing two rotating casts and a minimalist staging that celebrates life’s simple moments

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Hartville’s 26th Evening in the Village brings holiday magic Dec. 7

Festivities include tree lighting, wagon rides, live music, cookie contest and fundraiser for Compassion Delivered

Stark Parks to hold ribbon-cutting for rebuilt Sippo Lake Trail bridge Nov. 21

Fire-damaged bridge restored with help from local organizations, volunteers, and donors

Country star Mitch Rossell to perform benefit concert at Lake Performing Arts Hall Nov. 22

Singer-songwriter known for Garth Brooks collaborations and viral America’s Got Talent performance will raise funds for local schools and arts programs

Stark Library’s Re|Imagine Project enters final phase with new main library on the horizon

$66 million transformation includes 70,000-square-foot main library, new operations center and innovative spaces for community learning and creativity

Lake Center Christian revives Fish Fry tradition after more than a decade

Beloved community event returns Nov. 22 with classic recipes, fellowship and fundraising for tuition aid and local families

SPORTS

Week 13 H.S. football playoff scoreboard

Highland, Indian Valley roll on unbeaten; Triway loses OT heartbreaker

Week 13 H.S. football playoff preview: Games and players to watch

Area teams battle Nov. 14 in nine regional semifinals

Lake’s playoff run ends with 14–12 loss to Hudson in defensive showdown

Despite a strong effort from the Blue Streaks’ defense, four interceptions and limited offensive production proved costly in the regional quarterfinal.

Marlington’s stellar 24-match streak ends in state semifinal loss to Buckeye Valley

The Dukes’ third straight state appearance closes with a 3–1 defeat, but coach Stephanie Tortola says the program’s future “remains bright.”

Week 12 playoff football scoreboard

How area teams fared in second round of postseason

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PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Hartville, Lake Township voters decide key local races, levies

Unofficial results show Ramsburg, Yoder and Grabowski among top local winners as key township and school measures pass in Nov. 4 election.

Lake Township Trustees approve employment update, certify 2026 budget and expenditures

Board confirms full-time status for Captain Kevin Pierson, renews conservation agreement and approves over $516K in expenditures

Austin-Bailey Foundation awards nearly $200,000 in grants, scholarships

Funding supports health and wellness projects in Holmes, Stark, Tuscarawas and Wayne counties.

Ohio voters reaffirm support for libraries, approving 18 of 20 local levies

Strong 63% average approval highlights statewide trust in libraries despite state funding cuts

Pearson named captain of Uniontown Police Department

Lake Township Trustees also accept Steven Miller’s resignation and approve measures for storage building project during Oct. 27 meeting.

Marlboro Township voters approve police levy, return school board incumbents and pass liquor measures

Levy ensures continued 24/7 police coverage; Marlington incumbents re-elected; Maize Valley and Lost Trail Winery secure expanded sales options

Aultman Foundation awards nearly $50K in 2025 grants to local nonprofits

Funds support 11 organizations across Stark, Wayne, Holmes, Carroll and Tuscarawas counties with programs in health care access and mental health services.

LIFE AND LEARNING

Lake Township Historical Society to host annual Christmas Dinner and Auction Dec. 5

The fundraiser at Hartville Kitchen will celebrate the society’s new historic home and support preservation, education and community history projects.

Lake Drama Club to perform 'Our Town' Nov. 12

Free community presentation of Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play invites audiences to reflect on love, loss and everyday life.

Walsh University President Tim Collins elected vice chair of NCAA Division II Executive Board

Collins’ 2026 term highlights leadership in advancing student-athlete success and strengthening Division II governance

Stark State College hosting fall open houses Nov. 6 and 12

Prospective students can explore 200-plus degree and certificate programs, meet faculty, and get financial aid help at the North Canton and Akron campuses.

Eagle Scout candidate builds St. Luke Shrine at Queen of Heaven Church

Lake High School sophomore Luke Moorhead leads volunteers to create a peaceful new prayer space as his 2025 Eagle Scout project.

Grace UCC to serve Swiss steak dinner Nov. 8

The Uniontown church invites the community for a hearty meal and fellowship, with dine-in and carryout options available.

COLUMNISTS

OBITUARIES

Robert "Bob" Lincoln Gooding

Robert "Bob" Lincoln Gooding, CPA, 78, of Hartville, OH passed away on October 22, 2025, from health issues related to Parkinson's disease.

Nellie M. Price

Nellie M. Price, 99, of Hartville, went home to be with the Lord on October 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Rachel L. Weaver died peacefully on October 15, 2025, at the age of 92, leaving a legacy of genuine compassion, joyful hospitality, and deep trust and faith in the Source of Life to whom she has now entrusted her spirit.