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Cities with the most expensive homes in Ohio
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $360,310 in May, 3.9% […]
Report explores violent crime statistics and underlying causes in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A new report dives into the underlying causes of violent criminal offenses in Ohio, pointing to housing affordability, neighborhood zoning and more as drivers of crime. More than 30,000 violent crimes, including homicide, rape, robbery and aggravated assault, were reported in the state in 2023, a new report by the nonprofit […]
Ohio History Connection working to repatriate major collection of Indigenous remains
At the end of a long day of work, Nekole Alligood says goodbye to her charges, flips on the night lights lining the room and closes the door behind her. Sometimes they answer back: a whisper of her name or a knock from the top shelf. After three decades in the business, Alligood,...
Cool Cat’s Counter closes Belden Village location in Jackson Township
JACKSON TWP. – Cool Cat’s Counter, at 4404 Belden Village St. NW, has closed. Opened in early March, the fast casual restaurant with a 1950s diner vibe occupied a space that has been riddled with quick openings and closings, including Shirley’s Diner and CiCi's Pizza. ...
Lisbon’s new water tower aims to improve water pressure
LISBON, Ohio (WKBN) – A new water tower is taking shape in Lisbon. Workers are continuing the work on the 150-foot tower, which will hold about 500,000 gallons of water. The new tower, including water lines from the treatment plant and a new pumping station, is part of a project that costs about $4.2 million, most of which has been paid for by grants, but water customers have seen roughly a 3 percent bump in rates over the last few years.
Taste of Akron lineup features 19 food trucks, 15 vendors Thursday, followed by Arts Expo
Foodies, unite. It's once again time for the Taste of Akron. The celebration of local foods, a precursor to the 45th annual Akron Arts Expo, will roll into Hardesty Park for an evening of noshing from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at 1615 W. Market St. The evening will feature appetizers, entrees and...
Gargano’s owner relives night where Cleveland businesses went up in flames
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Multiple Clark-Fulton neighborhood businesses went up in flames in a blaze that hospitalized a Cleveland firefighter, Lt. Mike Norman confirmed. One of the businesses was a restaurant belonging to WWE Pro Wrestler Johnny Gargano’s father called Gargano’s Restaurant and Catering. Firefighters were called to...
Sheetz to open in Avon with giveaways, more
AVON, Ohio – Sheetz is set to open a store in Avon this week. The convenience store, which will be at 1846 Nagel Road, is scheduled to open Thursday, July 25. It’s located just south of Interstate-90. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
LeBron James to be USA flag-bearer at 2024 Paris Olympics: 'It's an incredible honor for a kid from Akron'
Former St. Vincent-St. Mary star and three-time Ohio Mr. Basketball Award winner LeBron James will be the first male basketball player to carry the flag of the United States of America at the opening ceremonies of an Olympics
Dinosaur fun! Jurassic Quest experience coming to Canton Memorial Civic Center
Jurassic Quest, an interactive dinosaur-themed experience for children and families, is coming to the Canton Memorial Civic Center on Sept. 20-22. Attractions include dinosaur shows, lifelike dinosaurs, a fossil exhibit, science and art activities, and bounce houses. Tickets cost $22 and $36. CANTON − Kids and families will have an...
Cleveland Leadership Center names Leadership Cleveland class of ‘25
The Cleveland Leadership Center recently named its Leadership Cleveland class of 2025, which will include people from diverse backgrounds in the private, public and nonprofit sectors. The 10-month program aims to inspire its participants to use the knowledge and connections they gain to “advance the region.”. “Participants will gain...
More chicken. The Howlin Bird opens Massillon location
The Howlin Bird has opened the doors of its second location, in the Target Plaza at 2010 Lincoln Way E. in Massillon. The original location, at 123 S. Main St. in North Canton, opened in December 2020. It's home to specialty rotisserie chicken, house-breaded tenders, a giant Chicken Casear Salad and a...
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