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Barberton native Chase Johnson inspiring youth as he continues professional golf journey
AKRON, Ohio — Firestone Country Club is all geared up to host the Kaulig Companies Championship next week—but Barberton native Chase Johnson helped tee off festivities beforehand at Akron's historic course. It was a full-circle moment for the local professional golfer. Johnson was practically born to golf. "I...
Vann Kavals Commits to Akron
On Saturday defensive lineman and quarterback Vann Kavals committed to the University of Akron. Kavals was one of three QBs to throw for over 100+ yards, leading the team with 640 yards and 5 TDs. Kavals was a part of the defense that held teams to 19 points or less in five games.
Cavs hire Donovan Mitchell’s mentor as associate head coach
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Cavs have chosen Kenny Atkinson’s right-hand man. Sources tell cleveland.com that New York Knicks assistant Johnnie Bryant has agreed to become Cleveland’s associate head coach. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
Tuscarawas County child injured by ricocheting projectile in target shooting
A 7-year-old Tuscarawas County boy from Wayne Township was transported to the Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital campus in Dover on Friday after sustaining non-life-threatening injuries from a projectile, according to a report from the Tuacarawas County Sheriff’s Office. According to officials, the incident occurred when an adult was using...
1 dead, 1 missing, 13 total rescued after several boat incidents in Lake Erie
NORTHEAST OHIO (WOIO) - The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has participated in the rescue of 14 in several separate boat distress incidents in Lake Erie late Friday night and Saturday. In one of these incidents, the victim was pronounced dead after he was taken to the hospital. The incidents come...
Woman charged after throwing knife, accidentally hitting 5-month-old son, police said
CANTON ‒ A 20-year-old woman has been charged with multiple criminal criminal offenses alleging that she accidentally hit her 5-month-old son in the head with a cake knife, causing serious injury. A police report said the infant suffered a skull fracture, brain bleed and a gash on his head that was 1-2 inches deep. The wound required stitches. ...
Browns could be landing spot for talented wideout on the bubble
The Cleveland Browns have spent a lot of resources on wide receivers in recent years. They used third-round picks on Anthony Schwartz in 2021, David Bell in 2022, and Cedric Tillman in 2023. They traded for Amari Cooper in 2022, Elijah Moore in 2023, and Jerry Jeudy this season. They also used a fifth-round pick on Jamari Thrash.
'He's been stolen': Family finds support dealing with dad's dementia
While many fondly reminisce about their father teaching them to drive, quite the opposite, high school Principal Taylor Gerhardt recently reflected on the day he had to tell his dad he could no longer drive. “He would get in his truck and just go, and no one knew where he was,” Mr. Gerhardt said of his dad, Dan, 77, who was diagnosed with dementia. One of the most difficult experiences he had with his dad was convincing him to relinquish his driving privileges. “I made him come with me to a licensed, trained individual through the licensing bureau. There's a way to get a diagnosis as far as if you are able to drive,” he said. “He always seemed to listen to the advice of officials and really, this was the only way we could get Dad to not sneak the car keys and get out.”
Next Step in Cavaliers Offseason Plans Revealed
The Cleveland Cavaliers accomplished the biggest task on their offseason to-do list when they re-signed Donovan Mitchell to a three-year contract extension. With the franchise star guaranteed to be in Cleveland for the foreseeable future, now it's time for the Cavs to focus on the rest of their offseason agenda.
Owners of Realty Building submit some paperwork required for permits
Greenheart representatives submitted some of the paperwork late Friday to the Mahoning County Building Inspection Office with a promise that more will be submitted on Monday. The paperwork will be reviewed before permits are issued.
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