Red Cross to honor winners of Acts of Courage awards
Several area heroes are being honored for their bravery and heroism with the American Red Cross of Summit and Portage Counties Acts of Courage award.They will be recognized Thursday for responding...
View ArticleBob Dyer: Akron should do its homework on texting
So ... who is going to wimp out next?First, the Ohio legislature decides the penalty for typing text messages while piloting a two-ton hunk of metal should be the equivalent of a seat-belt violation —...
View ArticleBoxer Michael Dokes’ family wants street named after him
The family of late heavyweight boxing champion Michael Dokes may have lost this round.Dokes’ family and friends would like to see an Akron street named in his honor, as the only heavyweight champ to...
View ArticleAkron building demolished
Top, Akron Children’s Hospital Chief Executive Officer and President Bill Considine (right) watches workers from Ray Bertolini Trucking demolish the former Wally Waffle building at Locust and West...
View ArticleUpcoming musical events at the G.A.R. Hall
UPCOMING EVENTSOpen mic nights are held at G.A.R. Hall, 1785 Main St (state Route 303), Peninsula, the third Thursday of every month. The next event will be March 21. Sign-ups start at 7 p.m.; music...
View ArticleMusicians try out new material at open mic event in Peninsula landmark
PENINSULA:Karen Walters can’t carry a tune. She’ll tell you herself.That didn’t stop her from wailing away one night while she was cleaning the historic G.A.R. Hall.Even off-key, her voice resounded...
View ArticleSweetheart Ball debutantes
The following debutantes were presented at the 57th Annual Sweetheart Ball and Cotillion: • Lindsey Kathryn Berlin, daughter of Todd and Kristin Berlin, Barberton High School • Cassidy Anne Calaway,...
View ArticleEducational Service Centers would lose funding under Kasich’s budget
Centers that provide support services to school districts across Ohio could see tens of millions in combined state funding cuts over two years under Republican Gov. John Kasich’s proposed budget.The...
View ArticleSummit County Council may OK settlement in sex discrimination suit against...
Summit County Council members will discuss the potential settlement of a sex discrimination lawsuit involving 21 female jail deputies tonight.The workers claimed they were not afforded the same job...
View ArticleDetails: ‘In the Company of Extraordinary Women’
DetailsEvent: In the Company of Extraordinary Women, a formal Victorian tea with actresses portraying historic figures.When: 1 and 4 p.m. March 16-17. Reservation deadline is Friday. Where: Hower...
View ArticleCharity events — week of March 4
This WeekFridayArt and Ale — 6-9 p.m. at the Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St. Enjoy craft beers from Ohio brewers and food from regional purveyors. $40 members, $50 nonmembers in advance; all tickets...
View ArticleFree prom dress drive under way
Teenage girls dreaming of the perfect prom dress that’s both beautiful and affordable will have an opportunity to choose from an array of stylish formal dresses and gowns from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m....
View ArticleCollege students face higher fees, reduction in awards with federal cutbacks
College students are among those who will feel the brunt of sweeping federal spending cuts that kicked in Friday. Tens of thousands of Akron-area students likely will lose money or federally funded...
View ArticleJewell Cardwell: Students partner with businesses to do the prom hustle
CUYAHOGA FALLS: In-school marketing classes are wonderful laboratories for learning business strategies and how companies can get more bang for their advertising dollars.Emily Knight, however,...
View ArticleInterval Brotherhood Home working to keep mission in focus
COVENTRY TWP.: Interval Brotherhood Home is redefining itself.That new definition will be rooted in its mission to help people achieve lifelong sobriety via treatment and support services.“We are as...
View ArticleJewell Cardwell: Pitcher, diagnosed with cancer, hoping to keep his leg
Alex Loftin pitched for Stow-Munroe Falls High School, the University of Akron and summers during college with the Edenton (N.C)Steamers and the Battle Creek (Mich.) Bombers. The right-hander also...
View ArticleLocal history: Famous socialites return to life for Akron tea
The grande dames of Akron society once again will grace us with their presence.For the fifth year, Akron’s Hower House is the setting for In the Company of Extraordinary Women, a Victorian tea honoring...
View ArticleAkron City Council approves water deal with Mogadore
AKRON: Akron City Council on Monday approved an agreement that will provide lower rates for Mogadore water customers and allow a growing company in the village to expand.Under the deal, Mogadore has...
View ArticleBaylor resigns from Akron school board to work with congresswoman
Akron Board of Education member Ginger Baylor has resigned to accept a position with U.S. Rep. Marcia L. Fudge.Baylor will serve as the coordinator of Fudge’s soon-to-open district office in Akron. She...
View ArticleCounty Council welcomes use of iPads during meetings
Summit County Council members overwhelmingly approved Monday the use of new iPads at council meetings.It was the first time council and staff used the technology at a meeting.“I work with computers all...
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