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Ohio State Fair was a vehicle to inform the public about divisive private school voucher issues
Some years ago, while planning my upcoming retirement, I asked a fellow school administrator what it was like for him to be physically and emotionally away from the job and career. “Every day is Saturday morning,” he replied without hesitation. In my case, as a way to resist the every-day-is-Saturday-morning syndrome, I signed up to […]
Ohio wildlife area to be fracked along with four ODOT properties
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WTRF) — The Ohio Oil and Gas Land Management Commission (OGLMC) has announced the selection of winning bids to lease mineral rights under select Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) properties on Monday. Under Ohio law, the commission was required to select the “highest and best bid.” […]
New mural unveiled in Linesville after much anticipation
A new mural in Linesville was completed this week after months of planning and prep work. The mural was put up by a Rochester, New York artist by the name of Justin Suarez and is meant to highlight Linesville culture. Pymatuning Lake plays a large role in that community, to...
St. Ignatius suspends staff member amid domestic violence, child endangerment charges
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The director of strength and condition for Saint Ignatius High School athletics was suspended earlier this month after getting charged with domestic violence and child endangerment. According to the Avon Lake Municipal Court docket, 38-year-old Anthony Rubino was charged with domestic violence and child endangerment August...
Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar to host decadent wine dinner with acclaimed winemaker
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Marble Room Steaks & Raw Bar is hosting winemaker Chris Carpenter for a six-course wine-pairing dinner this month. The dinner is 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, in the restaurant’s vault. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
2024 football preview: Strong season should be in the Cards for Sandy Valley
The start of the 2024 Ohio high school football season is right around the corner. Most teams open Week 1 on Friday, Aug. 23, with a handful playing their season opener on Thursday, Aug. 22. This week, we are holding our own kind of two-a-days with previews on two teams released each day. Here is one...
Madison Township’s dedication to regularly removing hazardous trees paid off during severe storms on Aug. 6
Madison Township’s ongoing efforts to remove dangerous trees from road rights of way proved to be beneficial during the severe storms that battered Northeast Ohio on Aug. 6. That assessment was offered by one of the community’s government leaders at the Aug. 13 trustee board meeting. During that...
Podiatrist helps patients put their best foot forward
AKRON — Akron-based podiatrist, Dr. Arthur Aronson, said our feet are literally “the foundation of everything” when it comes to overall health. However, many put off foot health until conditions become much more serious than necessary. “What I hear most often is, ‘I wish I had done...
Akron PorchRokr 2024 schedule: Watch these bands at Saturday’s outdoor music festival
Rockabilly to electric blues. More than 150 bands on 37 stages. Get ready for the 12th edition of PorchRokr, which once again will take over Highland Square porches on Saturday, Aug. 17. Check out the complete lineup for the 2024 outdoor music festival. (You can read more about the event...
Murder charge filed in death of Perry Township soldier
A soldier at a U.S. Army base in New York is accused of killing a fellow soldier from Perry Township. Army Specialist Jacob Ashton, 21, was found dead Aug. 5 at Fort Drum, which is situated in northern New York, about 70 miles north of Syracuse. A week later, Army Specialist Riley Birbilas was charged in connection with Ashton’s death.
Modern and vintage aircraft to fly into Akron this weekend for Props and Pistons Festival
No need to panic this weekend if you hear and see military aircraft flying over Akron. The skies over the Akron-Fulton Airport will be buzzing with planes and helicopters as the Props and Pistons Festival will be Saturday and Sunday. ...
Akron Pride 2024 has lots on tap for Aug. 21-24. Here's what you need to know
The Akron Pride festival is coming up next week and there are three main events that run Aug. 21-24. Starting Wednesday, Aug. 21, the Stadium Virginium: PRIDE! show featuring Virginia West and the West Family takes the Knight Stage at the Akron Civic Theater. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. and will have...
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