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Our clearest indicator yet that Ohio recreational marijuana sales won’t start ‘til after Labor Day: Today in Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Ten Ohio marijuana growers and processers are the first to receive certificates of operation which permits them to begin working in the recreational market. We’re talking about the two in Akron and one each in Lorain and Portage counties on Today in Ohio. Listen online here.
11-year-old girl dies after being seriously injured in Canton house fire
CANTON, Ohio (WOIO) - Canton Fire Chief Steven Henderson told 19 News that the girl critically injured in a house fire on July 12 passed away Saturday. 11-year-old Harmony Fowler was critically injured after a fire at a home in the 900 block of 3rd Street NW about a week ago.
County roundup: Garrettsville prepares for Peach Social Car Cruise, plus news from Freedom, Hiram, Nelson, Mantua and Windham
The long-awaited time capsule opening took place July 6. Inside the time capsule were, among other things, old newspapers, an old book from the Garrettsville 120th Centennial and a song written about Garrettsville called “Old Garrettsville” that was sung by two girls, according to the James A. Garfield Historical Society, when the time capsule was buried in 1924. Two women sang the song at the time capsule opening.
New state report recommends denial for proposed Stark Solar farm near Alliance
Staff members from a state agency are recommending the Ohio Power Siting Board deny the application of Stark Solar for construction of a proposed 150-megawatt solar farm in Washington Township. To get a certificate for construction, operation and maintenance of a major utility facility in Ohio, companies must meet eight criteria according to state law. ...
Valley Little League team headed to World Series
The Steel Valley All Stars, a combined 14u girls softball team from across the Valley won the Central Division Championship against the Indiana State Championship team, 15-1 in the Little League 2024 Junior League World Series, Sunday afternoon.
Men try to steal water from hydrants: Hinckley Township Police Blotter
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Look Around NEO!
Well lot's going on Locally so why not... Every weeknight at 6:30p I look around Northeast Ohio.... Lebron James is the Flag Bearer for Team U.S.A. tonight for the Opening Ceremonies of The Olympics in Paris... (Should be a slam dunk!) Happy 228th Birthday to Cleveland Today!!!. Cavs signed Evan...
Akron East football preview: Ziaire Stevens, Dragons have ‘a lot in the tank’ — 2024 camp tour
BEREA, Ohio — Akron East is bolstered by two Power Four prospects in Ziaire Stevens, who is committed to Purdue, and Terrell Wharton Jr. as a two-way standout with offers from the Boilermakers, Penn State, Wisconsin and more. Stevens rushed for 2,001 yards and 20 touchdowns last year. They...
Jane Bain Chapter of DAR to host history exhibit at Rodman Library
The Jane Bain Chapter of National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution will play host to the American Revolution Experience, a historic display, starting Aug. 12 at Rodman Public Library. The exhibit will be open Aug. 12-16 at the library at 215 E. Broadway St. in Alliance. Hours are noon to 8...
Bibibop, First Watch coming soon to Boardman
Two new restaurants will be making themselves at home in Boardman very soon with one of them being the first location in the entire Mahoning Valley. Boardman Township Administrator Jason Loree tells 21 News two new restaurants including BIBIBOP Asian Grill and First Watch will be coming to the township soon.
Northeast Ohio hospitals honor teenage patients with prom
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - An enchanted prom was held for teenage patients of Northeast Ohio’s hospitals who are unable to attend their high school’s prom due to illness. Last weekend, over 100 teen patients from Cleveland Clinic Children’s, UH Rainbow Babies and Akron Children’s hospitals attended the Enchanted Evening Dunkin’ Oncology Prom.
Girard Council looking to close loophole in regulations on koi ponds after child rescued, revived
Back in May, 21 News reported on a toddler who was revived after he fell into a pond in a neighbor's yard. Now city leaders are looking to close a loophole in the law in order to prevent incidents like this from happening again. Girard Councilman at Large John Moliterno...
More self-checkout lanes, Walmart+ lane, expanded pharmacy among Salem Walmart upgrades
The Salem community can now enjoy brand new renovations at the local Walmart Supercenter as it boasts new “customer-centric” features. Customers were welcomed inside the newly transformed supermarket located at at 2875 E. State St. after the store reopened its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday. New...
Kenny hits the greens for disc golf in the Cleveland Metroparks
BEDFORD, Ohio (WJW) — The Cleveland Metroparks has opened a Disc Golf Course in the Bedford Reservation and Fox 8’s Kenny Crumpton couldn’t wait to hit the greens. Astorhurst Disc Golf Course is a free 18-hole, par 65 course that features amateur, professional and competition tee boxes.
Canton man claims self-defense for fatal shooting of his mother's fiancé during argument
CANTON – Savier D. Smiley was 18 years old and legally barred from having a weapon when he fatally shot his mother's fiancé inside their Canton home, Assistant Stark County Prosecutor Kristen L. Mlinar told a jury on Tuesday. Smiley, now 19, is on trial in Stark County Common Pleas Court, having pleaded...
'It was the most scary time in my life': Witness at Akron mass shooting shares experience 2 months later
AKRON, Ohio — Nearly two months after a mass shooting in Akron resulted in the death of one man and dozens of others injured, police are still searching for the individuals behind it. Authorities have spent thousands of hours investigating, conducted more than 100 interviews and followed a slew...
Relive History; JFK Secret Service Agent Speaking in Beachwood
The City of Beachwood will offer a unique opportunity to step back in time to one of the most tragic moments in U.S. history during their August Eat & Meet program, formerly known as Senior Day Out (SDO). On August 15, the program will welcome Paul Landis, one of only two Secret Service agents still alive from President John F. Kennedy’s administration. Paul, author of The Final Witness, will recount the stunning details of Kennedy’s assassination. Hear his first-hand account of being in the follow-up car directly behind JFK, arriving at Parkland Memorial Hospital, being inside the trauma room, and even witnessing Lyndon Johnson taking the oath of office.
Culpeper kids win Soap Box Derby world champion titles in Ohio
Area kids won world recognization for their derby racing skills at the 86th All-American Soap Box Derby World Championship on July 20 in Akron, Ohio. Aden Stewart, 15, a rising sophomore from Rixeyville, finished first in the Rally Super Stock Division. Stewart bested a field of 46 other drivers to...
LeBron James selected as Team USA male flagbearer for Paris Olympics opening ceremony
PARIS, France — How cool!. Akron native and basketball superstar LeBron James has been chosen to carry the flag for Team USA at the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony. “It’s an incredible honor to represent the United States on this global stage, especially in a moment that can bring the whole world together,” James said. “For a kid from Akron, this responsibility means everything to not only myself, but to my family, all the kids in my hometown, my teammates, fellow Olympians and so many people across the country with big aspirations. Sports have the power to bring us all together, and I’m proud to be a part of this important moment.”
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