The City of Massillon will host a Holiday Parade and Fireworks display to welcome the Holidays (AND SANTA CLAUS) this Saturday, November 23rd.  The Parade will step-off at 5pm and will be followed by a 10 minute fireworks display to cap off the night.

Residents say that they like the idea of the Holiday Parade taking place in the evening because it gives participants a chance to decorate floats and vehicles with holiday lighting displays, giving an even more festive vibe to the night.

For more details, including parade route, parking availability and more, CLICK HERE

(Courtesy of The Independent / indeonline.com)

It runs in the Family.  Twin brothers Larenzo and Zachary Chambliss of Massillon have just finished their Army Basic Training and are awaiting their first duty assignments.  The Brothers, like many before them are follwing in the footsteps of family, in this case its their mom, Linda, an eight-year Army reservist, as well as her 92-year-old father, Olin Ledgerwood, who served during WWII.  That makes the Fairless Grads the Third Generation to Serve in the Military.

As we salute ALL Veterans today for protecting our Freedoms and way of life as Americans, you can read about this local family continuing selfless Service in the US Armed Forces if you CLICK HERE

(Courtesy of The Canton Repository/cantonrep.com)

Is this the 'Pups' year? Will the Tigers Take it again?

The most storied rivalry in High School Football will continue this Saturday, November 2nd at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium when the Canton McKinley Bulldogs will try to best the Massillon Tigers as they face off for the 130th time.

The Tigers have gotten the better of the Pups the last few years, and have been playing great football again this year, but Canton has the Home Field and wants to turn the tide and take home the trophy Saturday.

If you plan to attend the game, All the details you will need regarding tickets, parking and other local events to celebrate what is a huge day for both communities, can be found HERE

(Courtesy of The Canton Repository)

Massillon City Council has approved a new three-year deal with the city's Firefighters Local No. 251, which will include raises in the second and third years of the new contract, as well as modify when the First Responders can reach the Maximum Salary.

Both the City and the Firefighters were happy to avoid "binding arbitration" which would have taken the decision out of the hands of the city.

The Canton Repository has the full story HERE

**And Don't forget:

If you know a First Responder, you can nominate them, or your local Police or Fire Department, for WQMX First Responder Fridays, HERE

Paul Brown Stadium at Massillon Washington High School has new turf on the field this year and cell phones will not be allowed permitted for students during classes... also some new faculty members join the Tiger-Town community this year.

Get the full story HERE from the Canton Repository

There are few place in these United States that have a High School Football Legacy like that of the Massillon Tigers of Washington High School.  I've lived about 7 minutes North of "Tiger Town", in Canal Fulton, for nearly 15 years and frequent the area often.  When that stadium lights up on a Friday Night and the sun starts to set, ltes just say there aren't many lines in the local stores and traffic is pretty light.  My first experience at a Massillon vs McKinley Football game was about 5 years ago - at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium - was unlike any high school game I have ever attended and could rival one at a decent sized College.  Its hard to explain the energy and passion dedicated to football, and most other sports, in Massillon unless you have seen it in person... Think "Friday Night Lights" (its a Movie and was a TV Series for you youngsters out there).  My kids have all played Basketball and Soccer against Massillon teams over the years and its always expected to be a tough, highly competitive match up and it rarely disappoints.  

With all that said, there is so much more to the rich history of this Program that its not surprising that an event like this has been put together for the community to celebrate and enjoy what it means to the city and its people.  41 athletes have gone on to play at the Professional level and the hope is to have as many of the 23 that are still with us to be a part of the three days of festivities that will take place throughout the community July 11-13.

Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger.  

The Canton Rep has the story and details on this event for you HERE

(Courtesy of  The Canton Repository / Alex Tichenor)