Massillon honors 2019 Distinguished Citizens
Washington High School 1973 graduate Tommy Hannon, along with Harry Forgan and Edgar Brock Herring Jr., is celebrated as a 2019 Distinguished Citizen. Hannon urged students to choose right in tough moments and recalled lessons from Massillon upbringing.
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Washington High School
Tommy Hannon
Massillon
Hannon
Harry Forgan
Edgar “Brock” Herring Jr
McKinley
WHS
Justa Taste Pay to Stay Jail Status Tasteful Reform
A regional jail pilot considers a pay to stay option as a small access fee for longer inmate housing. Officials say the plan aims to offset rising costs while maintaining core security and inmate programming. Community advocates warn it could deter vulnerable populations.
Man to serve 30 days in Minerva village jail
A Marlboro Township man ordered to serve 30 days for a stray bullet incident will do so in Minerva’s 209 N Market St village jail. The move assigns the sentence to Stark County’s only overnight lockup, as Alliance Canton and Massillon use temporary holds and inmates are transported elsewhere.
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Marlboro Township
Stark County
Minerva Village
N. Market St
Alliance
Canton
Massillon
Winter warmth prompts crowds to area parks and trails
Independent staff notes temperatures around 70 as spring returns and urges safe outdoor use. With many Stark County and area parks, residents are reminded to lock valuables, wear helmets and sunscreen, bring first aid and cell phones, supervise children, announce when passing, stay right on trails, avoid feeding wildlife, and dress for weather.
Local park non-emergency contacts list
If you experience a non emergency while visiting a park or trail contact Stark Parks 330-353-2377, Massillon 330-832-1621, Jackson Township 330-832-2845, Canal Fulton 330-949-3520, Canton 330-456-4521, Alliance 330-823-6159, Louisville 330-875-3321, Perry Township 330-833-2141, Plain Township 330-492-4689. In emergencies dial 911.
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Alliance
Louisville
Refurbished Massillon Fire Station Opens After Seven Years
Massillon Fire Station No. 3, closed for seven years, will host an open house Sunday and begin service Monday as documented in Monday's Independent. Take a tour and see the upgraded facility and equipment.
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Massillon
Keeping Our Parks Nice Public Service Notice
Keep our parks clean by using garbage cans for all trash including gum. Bring bags to pick up dog droppings and keep dogs leashed unless in a fenced dog park. Dispose of cigarette butts properly and never leave them on the ground.
Massillon Park Cleanup Times
Community park cleanup events scheduled at three locations with meeting times and sites. Massillon residents invited to join on April 20 and 27 at 9 a.m. at the Community Park, May 11 at Oak Knoll, and May 18 at Reservoir Park.
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Finefrock Road
the Pavilion
Sippo Boulevard
Pump House
Weather Outlook Mostly Sunny With Late Rain
Today highs near 66 and a low around 46. Tonight remains clear before late showers move in. For details and the 5 day forecast, turn to Page A2 or visit IndeOnline.com/weather. Thank you for subscribing to The Independent.
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Caption Contest Laugh Line From Massillon Reader
John Covert of Massillon amuses readers with a cartoon caption about a dog and a corn joke. Readers are invited to submit lines to Inde News at IndeOnline.com or 729 Lincoln Way East Massillon Ohio 44646 for Monday’s Inde edition.
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Massillon
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IndeOnline.com
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Ohio budget plan to be trimmed by lawmakers and governor
Gov. Mike DeWine faces a budget bloodletting as the administration's plan to spend beyond state growth limits requires cuts. Lawmakers, aided by their advisers, expect less available money than the administration projects and will pare back the numbers accordingly.
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Columbus
Mike DeWine
New Park Programs and Developments Highlight Stark Parks
Stark Parks announces new hours for Wildlife Conservation Center at 800 Genoa Ave NW Perry Township opening 8 30 a m to 4 p m daily with enrichment programs for children. Tam O Shanter in Jackson Township expands with 94 acres purchased, pursuing remaining 99 acres in fall, with four miles of trails and upcoming guided hikes. Sippo Park Run starts April 20 at Sippo Lake Park, a free 5K with universal bar code registration. North Park in Jackson Township unveils a new playground at 7660 Fulton Rd NW, plus a pond deck and upcoming amphitheater project.
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Wildlife Conservation Center
Genoa Ave. NW
Perry Township
Reservations
Starkparks
Stark Parks
Jackson Township
Tam O’shanter
Sippo Lake Park
Ohio
Exploration Gateway
12Th Street
North Park
Fulton Road
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