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The Heartbeat of Our Neighborhoods
“Schools are the heartbeat of any community. They are not just places where children learn; they are hubs of activity, centers of community engagement and pillars of neighborhood stability. When schools thrive, communities thrive. They attract families, foster local pride and contribute to the overall quality of life.“ ~ Supt. Dr. Michael Robinson.
Metro Athletic Conference seeks new member schools
The Metro Athletic Conference is accepting letters of interest from schools who may want to join the league in the 2026-27 school year. That would be the MAC's first year without Coventry, which recently announced its upcoming move to the Principals Athletic Conference. The MAC's members include three Portage County schools (Field, Ravenna...
Community reflects on death of Champion Township Trustee
A longtime Champion township trustee died last week after being elected four different times. William Templeton served as trustee for 13 years, and has been described as a steward of the community. Templeton was a father, business owner and community leader. "It’s just a shock to this community, and it’s...
Jaysuavemusic and Bobby Luv Reflect on Songwriting Journey
From the heart of Akron, Ohio, a young artist named Juston Vetter, better known as Jaysuavemusic, is making waves in the music industry. His latest move? Joining forces with Bobby Luv of CPT and OHB Music Group, marking a significant step in his already promising career. This isn’t just about dropping beats; it’s about building a legacy that leaves a lasting impact.
Numbers Band Makes Their Annual Appearance at Akron Art Museum’s Downtown @ Dusk
Thu 7/25 @ 6:30-8PM Kent’s Numbers Band, which debuted in the summer of 1970, has plugged on without a break ever since, is one of northeast Ohio’s musical treasures. Fronted by intense, charismatic singer/songwriter/guitarist Robert Kidney, the band has forged its own distinctive sound out of rock and roll, blues and jazz. While clearly there’ve been many personnel changes in a band with such a long history, Bob’s multi-instrumentalist brother jack Kidney and sax/keyboards player Terry Hynde have been along for a significant chunk of the ride. The current band also features two more local music scene veterans: bassist Bill Watson and drummer Clint Alguire.
Google aims to snag Wiz for $23B, while First Solar to power up Ohio with $500M R&D Hub
First Solar, Tempe, Arizona, recently commissioned what it dubs ‘the largest thin-film R&D center in the Western Hemisphere.’ The company — the U.S.’s largest solar panel manufacturer — has sited its Jim Nolan Center for Solar Innovation in Lake Township, Ohio, which is just south of Akron. The 1.3-million-ft² facility includes a pilot manufacturing line for producing full-sized prototypes of thin film and tandem photovoltaic (PV) modules. The Nolan Center is expected to create about 300 new jobs by 2025. The company has been using a manufacturing line at its Perrysburg, Ohio, factory near Toledo for late-stage product development, but this manufacturing line limits development flexibility. The new R&D facility is designed to accelerate innovation cycles, enhancing First Solar’s research and development capabilities.
Blossom Music Center warns fans of heavy traffic for Red Hot Chili Peppers' concert: Detour for Steels Corners Bridge closure
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — On Monday night, the Red Hot Chili Peppers will take the stage for a concert in Northeast Ohio. With the concert being sold out, Blossom Music Center is advising fans to arrive early and also warning of the new Steels Corners Bridge closure. SUBSCRIBE: Get...
'There are people who care about you': Mobile shower facility launches in Akron
AKRON, Ohio — Across the street from the First Congregational Church of Akron, on Monday, something wonderful happened. After months and months of planning and building, the Shower Bus was launched. It was born from an idea by Rob Ford, founder of nonprofit, Forever R Children. Then, thanks to...
RESULTS: 2024 NOPGA Mid-Summer Pro-Pro Shamble
DJ Holub + Sean McGuire from the Pepper Pike Club won the Northern Ohio PGA’s Mid-Summer Pro-Pro at Barrington Golf Club in Aurora. The duo made three eagles on three of the four par fives in addition to seven birdies, firing 13-under par to win by two shots over Mike + Steve Stone.
Retired Akron PD detective, K-9 handler named safety director for Akron Public Schools
Akron Public Schools has a new director of safety and security — but he's hardly a new face in Akron. Detective Alan Jones retired last month after a 33-year career with the Akron Police Department, including over a decade as a K-9 officer, the first Black person in that role in the...
CFD: Child Fire Victim Passes Away in Akron Hospital
CANTON, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – The 11-year-old Canton girl badly injured in a house fire ten days ago has died. The Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office says little Harmony Fowler passed away at the Akron Children’s Hospital Burn Institute on Saturday. Canton firefighters pulled her...
Steward cancels auction of three Valley hospitals citing no qualified bidders
The future of three Valley hospitals operated by Steward Health Care remains cloudy after their auctions were called off. In a notice filed in bankruptcy court on Sunday, Steward revealed that it has not received qualified bids for Trumbull Regional Medical Center in Warren, Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital in Howland, and Sharon Regional Medical Center in Mercer County.
Boardman Superintendent steps down to focus on next chapter in life
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – Sitting in his office Monday afternoon, Tim Saxton talked about his time with the Boardman Schools first as a student, then as high school principal, the director of operations, and finally the superintendent. July 31 will be Saxton’s last day as Superintendent of the Boardman...
Champion Township Trustee dies at 68
A Champion Township Trustee has died at the age of 68. According to an obituary, trustee William "Bill" Templeton has died of a heart attack at the age of 68. Trustees tell us Templeton has served on the Board for four terms. In addition to serving as a trustee, Templeton...
Solon, Cleveland Metroparks trail eyes ‘26 completion date
The city of Solon in partnership with Cleveland Metroparks is working to develop a new trail starting from SOM Center Road and traveling through Solon and Chagrin Falls. Construction on the trail, 2 miles of which sits in Solon, has started and should be completed in 2026, Sean McDermott, chief planning and design officer at Cleveland Metroparks, told the Cleveland Jewish News.
Popular Cuyahoga Falls bridge closes for the summer for construction
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — Those heading to Blossom Music Center soon may want to plan their trip, as a popular bridge in Cuyahoga Falls is closed for the rest of the summer. The Steels Corners Bridge eastbound has been closed on E. Steels Corners Road West of the State Route 8 interchange. The Summit County Engineer's website states the closure is to allow crews to replace bridge expansion joints, overlay the bridge deck with concrete and more.
Mini-Museum to display new photos during Carnation Festival
Alliance Historical Society is primed for the annual Greater Alliance Carnation Festival, with daily tours of the Mabel Hartzell Historical Home planned. The tours this year will feature new photo displays in the adjacent Mini-Museum. ...
Experienced officer joins Warren Police Department
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) – The Warren Police Department has added another experienced officer to its force. Patrolman Kenneth Romo took the oath of office Monday. Romo comes to the department with five years of law enforcement experience. He previously worked for sheriff’s offices in Portage, Ashtabula, and Trumbull Counties and started his law enforcement career at the Hubbard Township Police Department.
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