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Cleveland Guardians outfielder hoping to join Samurai Japan for 2026
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan has put together an impressive start to his major league career. Kwan has won a Gold Glove in each of his first two seasons in the majors. He was named to his first All-Star Game this year and had taken a run at hitting .400. However, Kwan has one specific thing he wants to check off his list – playing for Samurai Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Surprise Report on Amari Cooper-Browns Dynamic Emerges Amid Holdout
With training camp a week away, Cleveland Browns fans are wondering if the team will ink star wide receiver Amari Cooper to a contract extension. The 30-year-old wide receiver didn’t attend mandatory minicamp last month as he’s looking for a new contract. Cooper is entering the final year of a five-year, $100 million extension he signed with the Dallas Cowboys in 2020.
Investigation pending after homeless Wooster parents flee with 18-month-old despite court order
HOLMES COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - A Wooster couple was detained and released Monday after fleeing with their 18-month-old child, the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies said the parents received a court order to turn over their toddler to children’s services because they were all homeless and living in a car.
'I love you, mom': JD Vance says his mom is 10 years sober
JD Vance's mother was in the audience Wednesday night when he formally accepted his nomination to be Donald Trump's running mate. Vance spoke at the Republican National Convention on Wednesday in Milwaukee. The 39-year-old Ohio senator talked about his upbringing in Middletown, Ohio, and Appalachian roots – two backdrops of his 2016 memoir,...
Ohio lawmakers could require state-approved training for anyone who serves alcohol
COSHOCTON − A new law being considered by Ohio legislators could change the responsibility restaurants and bars have for customers consuming alcohol at their establishments. And at least one local establishment is on board. House Bill 504 would require state-approved training for all liquor permit holders and their employees, as reported by the...
Breathing Room in Stark Commissioners ‘Ban’ on Solar Arrays
FILE – This July 26, 2019, file photo shows an array of solar panels glisten in the sun outside Cannon Ball, N.D., located on the north side of the Standing Rock Indian Reservation. At the peak of protests against the Dakota Access pipeline in 2016 and 2017, when speakers needed help to be heard by the hundreds of demonstrators who had gathered near the Standing Rock Indian Reservation, they grabbed a microphone powered by a mobile solar unit. (AP Photo/Dave Kolpack, File)
Broehl collection of Coxon pottery to benefit Wayne County for years to come - here's how
Broehl auction offers a chance to obtain some local history. It's Margo Broehl wish to give a happy home, through an auction, to the collection of Coxon Belleek and other unique antiques her late husband collected, and also lend a helping hand to people for years to come. David Broehl...
Dave McMillen officially named to fill Wayne commissioner seat formerly held by Sue Smail
A Plain Township trustee has been selected by the Republican Central Committee to fill the unexpired Wayne County commissioner term vacated by the retirement of Sue Smail. Dave McMillen, also a former Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center Building Trades instructor, will fill the open seat. “I had the pleasure of...
Medina looks at pilot program for East Reagan Parkway rehab
MEDINA, Ohio – While plans to do a total reconstruction of East Reagan Parkway is slated for several years in the future, city officials are looking at a more immediate, less expensive fix for a portion of the road. “Most of the individual concrete slabs on the road are...
For the sake of safety, Bedford father asks school district to reconsider new bus plan
BEDFORD, Ohio (WOIO) - Back to school is just around the corner and school districts once again will face a shortage of bus drivers when classes begin. On Monday the Bedford School District notified parents by email that the district used a new formula to determine who’s eligible to ride a school bus this year.
Going to Blossom Music Center this summer? Beware of bridge closure
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio (WJW) — We are just days away from a major bridge closure that will impact drivers and people attending concerts at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls. Starting Monday, the Steels Corners Bridge in Cuyahoga Falls will close to eastbound traffic for 90 days. No doubt...
Remembering Bill Ellis, the voice of Akron's Black community
Akron is celebrating the contributions of the longtime publisher and editor of the city’s Black newspaper. Bill Ellis, who died June 21, 2024, at the age of 74, ran "The Reporter" for more than 30 years. Ellis’ mission was to lift up the Black community in Akron, former Akron...
Coe Lake treehouse takes Berea to new heights
BEREA, Ohio – A new multi-tiered treehouse at Coe Lake in Berea officially opened Tuesday evening (July 16) during a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community gathering. Located 10 feet above the ground and partially covered by a thatched roof, the main deck comprises a 30-foot-by-15-foot area, while the secondary deck is 8 feet by 10 feet.
Medina chooses construction manager for court renovation project
MEDINA, Ohio -- After multiple interviews and discussions, city officials have chosen Ruhlin Company out of Sharon Township to serve as the construction manager for the Medina Municipal Court renovation project. City Engineer Patrick Patton told City Council’s Finance Committee that the committee formed to oversee the project originally received...
A 15-course dinner? Here’s what Marble Room is offering
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar’s wine-dinner series continues with a multi-course molecular gastronomy dinner. It’s scheduled for 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive...
Akron City Council reopens Ring doorbell camera application for some residents
Akron residents in Wards 1, 3 and 5 have another chance at scoring a free Ring doorbell camera from the city. From 8 a.m. July 24 to 4 p.m. July 25, residents in Wards 1, 3 and 5 who have not previously received a doorbell camera can apply for their free camera via the online application at akroncitycouncil.org/news/RingWards135.
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