October ’17

Second Sons Hopyards harvests hops to be used by local breweries.

Past and present members of The Junior League of Stark County gathered in June at Brookside Country Club to celebrate the organization’s 80th Anniversary, where longtime community volunteers Phyllis Milligan and Tiny (Julia) Belden were recognized for their service.

The Trumpeters’ Ball was held in July at the Cultural Center for the Arts in Canton. The formal gala was held as part of the Stark County Courthouse Bicentennial celebration.

Tozzi’s Restaurant of Magnolia is the best Italian food I’ve had in my four years of living in Stark County. The cozy restaurant, which specializes in steaks, seafood and Italian cuisine, offers a leisurely and delicious dining experience. It would be a great spot for a date or a family dinner.

Since this is the Oktoberfest issue, I thought it would be appropriate for the recipe to be beer-infused. After stumbling upon this one, I was excited to try it out because I’m a big fan of onions.

Thanksgiving and Christmas didn’t hold their usual joy for Allison in 2016. Two mammograms and an ultrasound had come back inconclusively, and she was scheduled for a biopsy in early January.

Marques is a downtown Canton bar-restaurant located on the busy of corner of Cleveland Avenue and Tuscarawas Street W. Owner Marcus Harris helped open the place in January 2015 and is enthusiastic and upbeat about the direction Marques is taking.

When facing a breast cancer diagnosis, there’s strength in numbers. A new study finds that half of women relied on three or more people to help them process breast cancer treatment options.

Samantha’s on Portage serves American comfort food with a contemporary twist. Stop in for breakfast, lunch or dinner. If you’re in the mood for a classic breakfast, try the maple cinnamon waffles ($5.39) with a side of fruit and a cup of coffee.

A life of medical expertise didn’t prepare Gayle for the phone call that changed her life. Gayle Smith is funny, smart and accomplished. She has an infectious laugh, the kind that, when you hear it, you know it can’t be anyone else.