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Two Ohio Lottery players hit the same jackpot Saturday night
(WJW) – The odds of winning the Rolling Cash 5 jackpot are just 1 in 575,757. And, on Saturday night, not one but two Ohio Lottery players were lucky enough to beat those odds and will soon take home a windfall of cash. According to lottery officials, two tickets...
Canton Walmart worker pays for groceries for 86-year-old woman who forgot money
CANTON − For Barb Freday, it was one of those days. After selecting $88 worth of groceries at the Walmart superstore near Canton Centre Mall, the 86-year-old Massillon resident got to the checkout counter earlier this month only to realize she had forgotten to bring money. We've all been...
Papa Bear’s Italian Restaurant owners set soft opening date
NORTH CANTON − An owner of the new Papa Bear’s Italian Restaurant, still under construction at 305 Applegrove St. NW in North Canton, anticipates an Oct. 1 soft opening. Papa Bear’s Italian Restaurant has been a staple in Stark County since it first opened in 1986 on Belpar Street NW in Jackson Township. When it outgrew that spot, it relocated to Dressler Road in 1988.
Barbecue business with a special backstory prepares for Jazz and Rib Fest
COLUMBUS — The 2024 Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest kicks off along the Scioto Mile downtown riverfront Friday. A lot goes into the preparation for the food vendors. “Each one of these smokers can fit up to 130 slabs of ribs,” said Gregg Clark with After Hours Barbecue.
Get a free scoop from Pav's Creamery on Sunday
Pav's Creamery will celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday with a free treat for its customers. From noon until 1 p.m. Sunday, customers can enjoy any single scoop custard cone at any of the five Pav’s Creamery locations, including their Stark County location at 708 S. Main St., North Canton. There's also a Pav's in Green, at 3875 Massillon Road.
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...
Creating Sojourner Truth statue a healing, inspiring journey for Akron sculptor Woodrow Nash
The sculptor who spent years bringing the bronze, life-sized Sojourner Truth statue to life downtown is Akron's own son, Woodrow Nash. The new, 6-foot statue of the legendary former slave, abolitionist and suffragist is the focal point of Sojourner Truth Legacy Plaza, unveiled in late May at 37 N. High St. at the...
The Best Bagels & Lox in Akron, Northeast Ohio
One of my favorite breakfast and brunch dishes is a bagel with lox, capers and cream cheese. Tomato is optional, but you can keep the red onion. However, it seems like a rare find in Northeast Ohio. So I turned to my Instagram following to ask where they order a...
Stark County roundup: News from around the Canton region
Kids movies Monday, Wednesday CANTON – The Summer Kids Movie Series continues at 1 p.m. Monday at the Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, with a showing of “Home Alone.” Admission is $2. Doors and the box office open at noon. A sensory-friendly showing of the movie will be at 6:30 p.m. The Summer...
Broadway musical ‘Annie’ hits the Porthouse Theatre
The Broadway musical “Annie” premieres at the Porthouse Theatre Saturday, July 20. Located in the Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, the Porthouse Theatre is partnered with the Kent State School of Theatre and Dance. Director Terri Kent said her favorite part about “Annie” is its strong storytelling...
Need a beer during Enshrinement Week? Here's where you can get brews made in Stark County
Football and beer are a classic combination. This relationship dates back to the early 20th century when breweries began sponsoring sporting events and beer was just beginning to become a major sponsor for various professional sports leagues. Sharing a drink with friends and fellow supporters is a deeply rooted tradition...
Along the Way: Accomplished Blossom violinist hails Kent's beauty
Kent area classical music lovers who attended the Kent State Blossom Music Festival’s Faculty Concert on July 10 at Ludwig Hall on campus received a musical treat plus a heart-warming compliment. The Poeisis Quartet, a sensational foursome, so accomplished and yet so young, seemingly set on its head the...
Kitchen Tune-Up of Akron Canton, OH, Offers Quality and Efficient Kitchen Remodeling Services in North Canton
North Canton, OH - Kitchen Tune-Up of Akron Canton, OH, is proud to provide comprehensive kitchen remodeling services in the North Canton area. Renowned for its expertise and commitment to quality, the company specializes in transforming kitchens through services such as cabinet refacing, redooring, custom cabinetry, and more. The leading...
Kent Jaycees' Grill for Good fundraiser set Aug. 10
Kent Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees) plans its annual Grill for Good fundraiser from noon to 6 p.m. Aug. 10 at Hometown Bank Plaza in downtown Kent, 142 N. Water St. Grill for Good is Kent's only professional and non-professional foodie competition. The event lets cooks compete in a grilling cookoff with both meat and non-meat categories.
Akron Soul Train Artist Residency Application Opens August 1
Calling All Regional Artists: Apply to Akron Soul Train’s Artist Residency!. July 18, 2024, Akron, Ohio — Get ready to ignite your creativity with Akron Soul Train (AST)! We are thrilled to invite regional artists from all walks of artistic life—whether you're into visual, performing, written arts, cross-genre, or experimental—to apply for our transformative artist residency program.
Unearthing the Flavorful Saga: Salem Potato Chips History Explained
Vintage signs are becoming increasingly rare, thanks in part to popular television shows like American Pickers. Among the vast Brimfield fields, one particular item stood out a vintage sign from Salem Potato Chips in Akron, Ohio, adorned with the striking silhouette of a woman. After some negotiation, the sign found...
Show Info: July 19, 2024
Get ready for two big events in Akron! Akron Recreation and Parks is again hosting the Taste of Akron (July 25th) and the Akron Art Expo (July 27-28th). Celebrate Christmas in July with a special menu at Blue Point Grille featuring the Feast of the Seven Fishes. Farm Dog Fresh.
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