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Carnation Festival flower show moves to new location
Two popular Greater Alliance Carnation Festival events have new locations for the 2024 event. The Flower Show and Community Luncheon both have relocated. The Community Luncheon, set for 11:30 a.m. Aug. 3, will be at Alliance Area Senior Center this year. It normally is held in a cafeteria in Hoover-Price Campus Center at University of Mount Union. Road construction this summer has forced the move.
The forgotten forfeit: When Cleveland tried to cheat its way to a victory
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Last month the Northeast Ohio sports world revisited 10 Cent Beer Night, the raucous evening at the ballpark that resulted in a forfeit against Cleveland. The 50th anniversary of that ignoble night took folks down memory lane to recall the June 4, 1974, game between Texas and Cleveland that resulted in baseball’s official forfeit score of 9-0.
County roundup: Garrettsville prepares for Peach Social Car Cruise, plus news from Freedom, Hiram, Nelson, Mantua and Windham
The long-awaited time capsule opening took place July 6. Inside the time capsule were, among other things, old newspapers, an old book from the Garrettsville 120th Centennial and a song written about Garrettsville called “Old Garrettsville” that was sung by two girls, according to the James A. Garfield Historical Society, when the time capsule was buried in 1924. Two women sang the song at the time capsule opening.
More self-checkout lanes, Walmart+ lane, expanded pharmacy among Salem Walmart upgrades
The Salem community can now enjoy brand new renovations at the local Walmart Supercenter as it boasts new “customer-centric” features. Customers were welcomed inside the newly transformed supermarket located at at 2875 E. State St. after the store reopened its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday. New...
Hot Stove tournament brings heat in Alliance
Four Alliance-area teams played Saturday in the semifinal games of the Ohio Hot Stove Baseball League at Butler Rodman Park in the Carnation City. Rick Black Photography, which competed in the E League for ages 17 and 18, was the only team to advance to Sunday's competition, which included the state title games. Rick Black Photography defeated Alliance American Legion 166, 14-7, to earn its spot in Sunday's games. Other teams that competed were Sebring West Branch Goshen Ruritans, which lost Saturday morning to Elyria Dawgz, 15-7, in a G League game; and Alliance Big Red's Fishing, which lost Saturday to Grafton Midview Milano Monuments, 17-10, in an HH League game. Don't miss results from Sunday's game in Tuesday's edition of The Alliance Review. Sunday's games will end too late for the Review's deadline.
Area schools join new athletic conference: Short Takes on the Westshore
Following the bouncing ball as more area school districts move from sports conference to conference. Last week it was announced that the Cleveland West Conference (CWC) has been officially established. The CWC is comprised of eight high schools and 10 middle schools in the greater Cleveland area, according to the press release.
Karina Eleni, daughter of Akron actress Melina Kanakaredes, is summer artist at rock hall
Singer-songwriter Karina Eleni was born and raised in Los Angeles, but she is an Ohio native at heart. She has spent most of her summers and holidays here because this is where most of her family lives. “I love Akron,” she said. Swensons, Luigi’s, you name it. She...
Construction begins on Solon Community Park upgrades
In an effort to update Solon Community Park, construction has begun on phase one of a larger plan – the renovations of Cisar Field and playground, and a community garden. “The park was in much need of a facelift,” Richard Parker, director of recreation, told Cleveland Jewish News, said of all the new additions.
Inkcarceration boosts Mansfield food trucks
MANSFIELD — Sadie Stewart remembers when her food truck was one of the only Richland County trucks serving Inkmates a few years ago. The owner of Mad Meltz, Stewart said 2024 marks her team’s fourth year at Inkcarceration. Richland County’s Athena Gyro Express and Grunt Grub also set up at the festival this year.
Cuyahoga County to Hold Reappraisal Meetings
(Cleveland) Property owners in Cuyahoga County who haven't received their property valuation letters from the County by Monday, July 22nd, 2024, are asked to call the County's Fiscal Office at 216-443-7420, option 3 to get their property value information. The County will be hosting four community meetings next week to...
Shinko’s Country Store planning online auction: Short Takes on Avon, Avon Lake and North Ridgeville
There is a lot of history within the Country Store, 2536 Stoney Ridge Road, Avon. Owners Lois and Bob Shinko were grateful to open the antique store back in the 1970s. 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.
Parades and Festivals – Part 7
Each year they have a gathering where twins learn about genetics, health and other things. The highlight is the Double Take Parade. 2 thoughts on “Parades and Festivals – Part 7”. Twinsburg and a festival of twins. That is fun. Great photos. Like. when we lived in Ohio...
Inkcarceration economy: Visitor dollars add up to millions for Mansfield, Richland County
Carl Guidotti spent $13 for a large slice of pizza for Kaedyn Barnett Saturday and $13 for a Locked Up Lemonade for Kaedyn's mom as they listened to the band Uncured before taking a tour of the Ohio State Reformatory during the Inkcarceration music and tattoo festival. Kaedyn, 16, and her mom, Colleen...
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