City repeals panhandling ban in Massillon
Massillon City Council voted 6 3 to repeal a 73 year old municipal ban on panhandling after weeks of debate. The measure removes restrictions on requesting money within city limits to avoid potential free speech liability. Councilman Mike Gregg said the law isn t constitutional and should be removed from the books.
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Fall back in love with downtown Massillon Last Saturday
The Music Shoppe owner John Soppelean launches Last Saturday a monthly downtown Massillon event starting April 27 featuring music, discounts, and entertainment at ten local venues including Benders Tavern and The Alibi. Soppelean aims to spotlight Massillon’s downtown vibe with drinks sandwiches and a simple, fun community night out.
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Massillon Last Saturday to Host Live Entertainment kickoff
Ten venues commit to live performances when Massillon's Last Saturday launches on April 27. Participating sites include Paradigm Shift Craft Brewery, Angry Barbeque Southern Kitchen, Benders Tavern, Jen's Place tap room, Kozma's Grille, Tremont Coffee Co, Harters Downtown, The Alibi, Newman Creek Cellars, and Bella Sera with street addresses listed.
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Paradigm Shift Craft Brewery
North Ave
Angry Barbeque Southern Kitchen
Lincoln Way
Bender’s Tavern
Jen’s Place Craft Beer
Kozma’s Grille
First St
Tremont Coffee Co
Erie St
Harters
the Alibi
Newman Creek
Charles Ave
Bella Sera
Federal Ave
Ohio counties rank healthiest in Stark county context
Northeast Ohio areas show strong health rankings as the County Health Rankings report lists top Ohio counties. Delaware, Putnam, Geauga, Medina and Holmes lead health standings amid factors like tobacco use, exercise, care access and air quality.
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Canton Schools Superintendent Applicants Reach Almost Thirty
Nearly 30 people applied to lead Stark County's largest district, Canton City Schools. among the candidates are 10 superintendents, 3 assistants, and 6 principals. Notable applicants include Jeffery Talbert of Alliance City Schools and Michael Shreffler of Northwest Local Schools. Talbert is a Canton native and Timken High School graduate who previously led McKinley High School. He has held roles in several districts before becoming a superintendent.
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Levee Breaches Flood Midwest After Rain and Snowmelt
Hundreds of homes flood across several Midwestern states as rivers breach at least a dozen levees after heavy rain and snowmelt. The flooding is expected to linger, affecting residents and communities noted on PAGE A5. Julie Lautt is among staff named in Wanake Camp’s 73 year history on PAGE A8.
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