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Hudson City Schools adds more AED devices to school, athletic buildings
Hudson, OH – Hudson City Schools has added two new automatic external defibrillators on school grounds. The announcement comes days after Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 47 into law, which requires AEDs in public schools. Hudson has had AEDs on campus for nearly 20 years, according to a...
'You can only go where the wind blows you.' 2024 Balloon Classic takes flight
JACKSON TWP. − Hot air balloons dotted the skies of Stark County as the annual Balloon Classic lifted off Friday morning. The event, located at the Kent State University at Stark campus, 6000 Frank Ave. NW, will continue through the weekend as part of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival. The media...
Def Leppard, Journey tickets for Cleveland start at $40 for July 30 concert
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Def Leppard and Journey will be at Progressive Field on Tuesday, July 30 and tickets are as cheap as $40. The two bands will play at Progressive Field, home of the Cleveland Guardians, on Tuesday and fans can buy the cheap seats on major third-party ticket websites like SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, StubHub, Viagogo, TicketCity and Ticketmaster.
Christmas-themed Cirque du Soleil show coming to Cleveland: See performance dates, ticket sales
CLEVELAND — Cirque du Soleil is bringing its first Christmas show to Cleveland's Playhouse Square this December. "'Twas the Night Before by Cirque du Soleil" is a "Christmas themed show inspired by the joy of giving and the wonder of the holiday season" based on Clement Clarke Moore's classic poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas," the Canadian circus troupe said in a press release.
Medina breaks ground on Legacy Hotel south of square
MEDINA, Ohio -- The site at 257 S. Court St. was packed with city, county and state officials, developers, business owners and excited community members July 26 as Medina prepared for the groundbreaking of the Legacy Hotel. “It is with great excitement and immense pride that we gather here today...
Middleburg Heights buys Smith Road acreage for Southland project
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio -- Redevelopment efforts continue in the Southland District. City Council recently passed legislation authorizing Mayor Matt Castelli and Finance Director Jason Stewart to execute a purchase agreement for a 7.3-acre parcel along Smith Road. Castelli and city officials first formulated a plan for Southland at West 130th...
'Save the Deer' rallies against upcoming hunt in October
It was a familiar refrain in a different setting Friday. 20 members and supporters of the group "Save the Deer" set up across from a fundraiser at Fellows Riverside Gardens, looking to get the attention of wealthy donors. Two years into their protests of deer culling to control population throughout Mill Creek Park, they're not giving up ahead of the next hunt the park board scheduled for October.
Ravenna street closure for graduation party raises questions about permits, communication
Closing a road for a party? It's possible, a Ravenna city official said Friday. The news that part of Lawrence Street in Ravenna will be closed for a graduation party Saturday drew questions from readers on the Record-Courier's Facebook page. Some residents wondered why the city did not notify them, while others stated they didn't know closing a street for a party was possible in the city. ...
Cleveland proposes $1 billion-plus incentive package for sprawling Bedrock riverfront plans
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Mayor Justin Bibb proposes more than $1 billion in public subsidies over the next 45 years for Bedrock’s sweeping long-term plan to remake Tower City Center and the eastern bank of the Cuyahoga River. Cleveland’s contribution would enable Bedrock’s $3 billion private spending plan to...
Melt Bar and Grilled closes another location
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Melt Bar and Grilled has closed its location in Columbus. The restaurant was located in Easton Town Center at 4206 Worth Ave., Columbus. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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