In this episode, we celebrate the legacy of Orchard Hill, Clearmount, Greentown, and Northwood as North Canton City Schools enters a new era. Special guests: Jeff Wendorf, Darlene Howland, Josh Runner, Don Myers, and many, many, many more! Spe

Fifty Years and Counting . . .

May 8th, 2023 30m 28s

We reflect on last years 50th anniversary of the North Canton Heritage Society with organization President, Suzi Pachmayer. Plus, hear the proclamation celebrating our anniversary!

Eye of the Paranormal Storm

Oct 28th, 2022 41m 11s

In this special fun Halloween episode, we ponder the supernatural! Surrounded by milestone paranormal destinations, we wonder if normalcy is North Canton's weird claim to fame? We take a look at the surrounding communities and their infamous

The Mission

Sep 11th, 2022 27m 8s

YOU, the listener, get the inside scoop on the North Canton Heritage Society's new Mission Statement!

The History of North Canton, Part Ten: Touchstones

Aug 13th, 2021 28m 36s

Season finale! The final (for now) part of our "History of North Canton" mini-series. In this post-script episode, Kevin reflects on what he's learned; rambles on about North Canton today; and recommends a lot of stuff. Plus a heap of thank

The History of North Canton, Part Nine: Yesterday and Tomorrow

Jul 26th, 2021 25m 17s

North Canton enters the 21st Century! Even as the country struggles with new conflicts, North Canton faces an uncertain future . . . one without the Hoover Company. What happens when the tent-pole of the community is gone? And where can hop

The History of North Canton, Part Eight: Milestones

Jul 1st, 2021 31m 24s

In this latest installment of “The History of North Canton,” the city and the country celebrate major milestones heading into the new millennium. In the aftermath of the Vietnam War and the Watergate scandal, the country looks toward the 1976

The History of North Canton, Part Seven: Boom

Jun 16th, 2021 30m 44s

With World War Two over, the population of North Canton explodes. The town becomes a city and benefits from the generosity of the Hoovers. As new churches spring up across the city, Walsh College is formed. And a fire marks a yet another ch

The History of North Canton, Part Six: World War Two

May 29th, 2021 1h 13m

The world goes to war and North Canton answers the call. Note: the static you hear in this episode is intentional. It's reason is explained at the end. Special guests include: Cheryl and Steve Warren Dr. Richard Werstler Harry Schiltz Special

The History of North Canton, Part Five: The Greatest Generation

May 17th, 2021 25m 3s

World War Two has begun. As the United States gears up for war, North Canton begins taking in children from England to provide them with safety and shelter. Meanwhile, the Hoover Company has to change course as their male employees are sent o

The History of North Canton, Part Four: New Berlin and the Great War

Apr 13th, 2021 37m 37s

The town continues to expand thanks to the success of the Hoover sweeper, but World War One looms large in the minds of its residents. This prompts its citizens to ask - with a war against Germany raging, is it still appropriate to be called N

The History of North Canton, Part Three: Hoover

Mar 15th, 2021 16m 22s

An allergic tinkerer and a tannery owner summon a bold new future for New Berlin . . . and the world. Special guest: Megan Early, former director of the Hoover Historical Center

The History of North Canton, Part Two: Second Generation

Feb 10th, 2021 33m 53s

In this second installment of "The History of North Canton," we meet three people whose lives reflect the past, present, and future of late 18th century New Berlin. Special guest: Nathan Havenner

The History of North Canton, Part One: 1831

Jan 14th, 2021 18m 36s

Get ready for a crash course in North Canton history! In this first episode of a special series, we are taking you back to the earliest years of our community to explore how North Canton was founded.

Sweet Woodside Memories

Jan 4th, 2021 49m 31s

Baby Boomer brothers Blair, Bruce, Brian, and Brent Woodside have a chat about Christmas traditions and growing up in North Canton.

Odd Characters

Jan 3rd, 2021 17m 37s

Pull up a seat next to the bonfire and hear about some strange individuals from North Canton's past.

NC Police Department 100th Anniversary (LIVE)

Jan 3rd, 2021 30m 54s

Recorded live in February 2020, this episode features former police chief and current North Canton Mayor, Stephen Wilder. He talks about his history in law enforcement, and the past, present, and future of policing and community engagement.

Doug Wechter and the Century Plaque Program

Jan 2nd, 2021 22m 47s

In this episode, we chat with Doug Wechter, board member, NCHS VP, and creator of the Century Plaque program. We'll hear what kickstarted his doing this and what houses were chosen!

A Hundred Year Tradition: The Community Christmas Tree

Jan 2nd, 2021 27m 17s

In 1919, Dr WC Steele put up a Christmas tree in front of his office on Main Street. One hundred years later, in 2019, at the exact same spot, we celebrated a century of that tradition. We present stories and reflections of this traditional c