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✈️ Breeze blows in

Stark County • May 12, 2025

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Good morning, Stark County. The skies are getting friendlier at Akron-Canton Airport where Breeze Airways just dropped major news: six new non-stop flights are coming this fall, making CAK the airline's most expanded location this week. Soon you'll be jetting directly to Key West's turquoise waters or Daytona's famous beaches—with fares starting at just $49 one-way. The expansion will boost our region's total non-stop destinations to an impressive 24, reconnecting travelers with cities that larger carriers previously abandoned.

Meanwhile, the county is buzzing with cultural opportunities for every interest. Grieving children can find support at Camp Hope's free one-day program, music lovers can enjoy everything from 60s classics to country tunes, and photographers can participate in Massillon Museum's unique "Simulating Visual Impairment" workshop. When exploring these local gems, you might bump into Allyson Bussey, Visit Canton's dedicated CEO, who's spent 18 years showcasing what makes our corner of Ohio special.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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📅 Canton region buzzes with cultural events and community activities. Camp Hope offers a free one-day camp for grieving children ages 5-11 at Hall of Fame Village on May 31. Music enthusiasts can enjoy everything from '60s tunes by MajesticVoice Chorus to country singer John Berry at Hartville Kitchen. The National First Ladies Library & Museum presents several programs including a behind-the-scenes collection exploration and Nancy Reagan's designer handbag exhibition. For photographers, Massillon Museum offers a unique "Simulating Visual Impairment" workshop complementing their current exhibition of photography by blind artists.

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🏨 Canton's tourism chief celebrates 18 years showcasing Stark County's gems. Allyson Bussey, president and CEO of Visit Canton, promotes local attractions to drive economic growth through increased visitor spending. She recommends everyone visit the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa, and the presidential history sites. Bussey believes the region's arts and cultural attractions are often overlooked despite their national significance. When not promoting tourism, she enjoys antiquing in Hartville and savoring her favorite local dishes.

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✈️ Breeze Airways adds six new non-stop flights from Akron-Canton Airport. The expansion makes CAK the only airport receiving this many new destinations from the Utah-based airline this week. Travelers will soon enjoy direct flights to previously inaccessible locations including Wilmington, North Carolina and Florida destinations like Daytona Beach and Key West. The new routes, launching between September and November, will bring the airport's total non-stop destinations to 24. Breeze's business model targets underutilized airports formerly served by larger airlines, with one-way fares starting as low as $49.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

Real estate listing image Renovated ranch near mall: This attractive $199,900 Plain Township ranch offers three bedrooms, two updated baths, and a slew of 2024-2025 improvements including new flooring, paint, and HVAC systems, all conveniently located minutes from Belden Village shopping.
Real estate listing image Spacious future dream home ready: Priced at $489,195, this yet-to-be-built Plain Township residence offers 3,223 square feet of modern living with four bedrooms, finished basement, and luxurious touches throughout—all available for move-in by September 2025.
Real estate listing image Rare Jackson Local Opportunity: Opportunity knocks at this $435,000 Jackson Local School District home where spacious rooms, a four-seasons retreat, and a rare location in prestigious Amesbury Hills combine to offer the perfect blend of comfort and community.

🙏 In Remembrance

Darlene K. Walker

Darlene Kay Walker, 64, of Massillon, passed away on May 8, 2025, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton, OH in 1960, she was a GlenOak High School graduate who worked in accounting at Grief Inc. and was a member of Guardian Angels Parish. Darlene enjoyed gardening, crocheting, sewing, reading, and classic movies, and was dedicated to her family. She is survived by her children Ashley and Joseph, her brother David, sister-in-law Susan, best friend Carol, and extended family, while being preceded in death by her husband Rickey, parents George and Margie Tabron, and brother Lance.

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Barbara McQuistion

Barbara T. McQuistion, 79, of Bedford, Ohio, passed away on May 7, 2025, at Holy Family Hospice in Parma. Born in Alliance, Ohio in 1945, she was a registered nurse who graduated from NYU and worked at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York before spending 30 years with the Red Cross Blood Services and ending her career at Cleveland Clinic. She is survived by her husband, Daniel McQuistion. A private graveside service will be held on May 13 at North Lawn Cemetery in Canton, with Rabbi John Spitzer officiating.

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