Good morning, Stark County. Downtown Canton just scored a major economic win as Hilscher-Clarke Electric commits to a $3.8-million headquarters project in the Canton Brewing Company building. Thanks to a newly approved tax incentive package, the company not only stays put but promises 100 new jobs—quite the testament to the city's ongoing revitalization efforts despite competition from neighboring communities trying to lure businesses away.
Football fever arrives early next year as the NFL announced Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Chargers will face off in Canton's Hall of Fame Game on July 31, 2025. The matchup features two playoff contenders from last season and coincides with Enshrinement Week festivities. Meanwhile, chicken enthusiasts can mark their calendars for May when Texas-based Layne's Chicken Fingers makes its Ohio debut in Parma, adding yet another competitor to the state's increasingly crowded poultry restaurant landscape.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏙️ Canton keeps major company downtown with tax deal. City Council approved tax incentives for Hilscher-Clarke Electric to move its headquarters to the Canton Brewing Company building. The $3.8-million project includes a 10-year, 75-percent tax abatement, securing the company's future in Canton despite other communities trying to lure them away. Mayor Bill Sherer noted the plan will maintain all current jobs while promising 100 new positions. Though the downtown brewery is currently closed, the mayor indicated it will eventually reopen.
🏈 Lions and Chargers will kick off NFL's 106th season in Canton. The Hall of Fame Game, scheduled for July 31, 2025, features two playoff contenders from last season facing off in Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Detroit, coming off a conference-best 15-2 record, will be the home team against Los Angeles, who finished 11-6 and reached the Wild Card round. The game coincides with Enshrinement Week festivities honoring Class of 2025 members, including former Chargers star Antonio Gates. Neither team has appeared in the Hall of Fame Game since 1994.
🍗 Texas chicken chain finally lands in Ohio this May. Layne's Chicken Fingers is opening its first Buckeye State location in Parma, expanding beyond its Texas roots. Known for its "Soon to be Famous chicken fingers" and signature sauce, Layne's began in College Station in 1994 and has since spread to several states. The restaurant enters a competitive Ohio market already filled with numerous chicken-focused chains including Dave's Hot Chicken, Raising Cane's, and KFC. Chicken's growing popularity as America's most consumed meat has fueled this restaurant trend.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
Jackson's pitching staff delivered a masterclass in the art of silence, shutting out Hoover 5-0 in Federal league action. The Polar Bears improved to 10-4 while handing the Vikings their fifth loss of the season, setting up what promises to be an intriguing rematch Wednesday.Marlington edged Minerva 1-0 in a pitchers' duel that featured more zeroes than a tech billionaire's bank account. The Dukes improved to 8-4 in Eastern Buckeye play, while the Lions dropped to 7-5 heading into Wednesday's immediate rematch.Perry's Panthers pulled off a rare bright spot in their challenging season, edging GlenOak 2-1 to improve to 3-10. The Golden Eagles (now 9-4) will be looking for revenge when they host Perry Wednesday, hoping to recapture the form that earned them a recent shutout victory over Louisville.Sandy Valley's Cardinals soared past Claymont 3-1 in Inter Valley South action, giving the Cardinals (3-8) a much-needed confidence boost. The Mustangs fell to 6-8 as both teams prepare for Wednesday's rematch where Claymont hopes to flip the script.Alliance held off West Branch 6-2 in Eastern Buckeye league play
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Washington (7-4) | ||
vs McKinley | W 1-0 | |
McKinley (9-5) | ||
@ Washington | L 1-0 | |
Hoover (8-5) | ||
vs Jackson | L 5-0 | |
GlenOak (9-4) | ||
@ Perry | L 2-1 | |
Lake (5-3) | ||
vs Green | L 3-1 | |
Jackson (10-4) | ||
@ Hoover | W 5-0 | |
Perry (3-10) | ||
vs GlenOak | W 2-1 | |
Canton Central Catholic (7-3) | ||
vs Ellet | W 9-0 | |
Marlington (8-4) | ||
@ Minerva | W 1-0 | |
Alliance (7-4) | ||
vs West Branch | W 6-2 | |
Louisville (7-6) | ||
vs CVCA | W 6-3 | |
Minerva (7-5) | ||
vs Marlington | L 1-0 | |
Sandy Valley (3-8) | ||
vs Claymont | W 3-1 | |
Fairless (7-3) | ||
vs East Canton | W 7-6 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
The GlenOak Golden Eagles pitched a perfect game defensively, shutting out Perry Panthers 4-0 in Tuesday's league matchup to improve to 10-5 on the season. The Panthers, now 3-11, will need to regroup quickly before facing the formidable 10-3 Jackson Polar Bears.Meanwhile, Minerva's Lions roared past Carrollton 7-2 in league action, bringing their record to 5-9 heading into Wednesday's clash with the red-hot Beaver Local Beavers (12-2). The Warriors (5-5) will look to bounce back against struggling East Liverpool, who enters with a rocky 2-20 record after narrowly falling to Chaney 16-15.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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McKinley (6-9) | ||
@ Green | L 15-0 | |
Washington (7-6) | ||
vs Northwest | W 6-4 | |
Hoover (9-6) | ||
vs Louisville | W 4-3 | |
GlenOak (10-5) | ||
vs Perry | W 4-0 | |
Perry (3-11) | ||
@ GlenOak | L 4-0 | |
Canton Central Catholic (3-5) | ||
vs Cuyahoga Falls | W 10-7 | |
Alliance (5-10) | ||
@ Marlington | L 15-1 | |
Louisville (8-9-1) | ||
@ Hoover | L 4-3 | |
Marlington (7-2) | ||
vs Alliance | W 15-1 | |
Minerva (5-9) | ||
vs Carrollton | W 7-2 | |
Northwest (0-6) | ||
@ Washington | L 6-4 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Colonial gem with outdoor space: This inviting 3-bedroom Colonial with character is offered at $150,000, featuring a double lot, cozy fireplace, flexible living spaces, and a fenced backyard with patio.
Income Property Package Deal Ready: Listed at $81,000, this property is one of eight homes for sale as a package deal totaling $680,000. Currently rented for $1,300 monthly until December 2025, the lease transfers with sale and the seller won't separate the package.
Colonial Bang For Buck: This charming $169,900 Canton colonial offers a bright living room, kitchen with black appliances, two updated baths, three bedrooms plus a bonus room, and outdoor amenities like a fenced yard and two-car garage, all conveniently located near parks and shopping.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🙏 In Remembrance
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