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On Saturday night, two Ohio Lottery participants won the identical jackpot prize.
Can you imagine winning the Rolling Cash 5 jackpot with odds of just 1 in 575,757? Well, on Saturday night, luck was on the side of not just one, but two Ohio Lottery players who managed to beat those odds and are now set to receive a substantial amount of cash.
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...
MEN’S LACROSSE WELCOMES NEW ASSISTANT COACH
NORTH CANTON, OH : Head Coach, David Salter , is excited to announce the hiring of Kyle DeCrispino , as Assistant Coach, for the Walsh Men’s Lacrosse Program. DeCrispino arrives to Walsh with a slew of accolades and experience. From Arnold, Maryland, Kyle’s collegiate playing experience includes 99 goals, 41 assists, 84 ground balls, and 17 caused turnovers. Most recently, at Lander University, he was two time All-Conference, two time Player of the Week, and a two time conference champion. He was the 2024 Peach Belt Conference Tournament MVP and an USILA All-Region Selection. He also coached for Zingos Club…
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...
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...
Akron man dies after being hit by a commercial vehicle on I-77
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - A 34-year-old Akron man died after he was struck by a commercial vehicle on I-77 in Lawrence Township Sunday morning. Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers identified the victim as Jonathan Mandala. According to troopers, Mandala was walking on I-77 southbound when he entered the road...
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...
Year of the Quarterback, Part 5: Sacred Heart football excited to have Poochie Snyder
Editor's note: Steve Doerschuk spent months researching quarterbacks. The result is three waves of a series, "Year of the Quarterback." The first wave revolves around tremendous high school quarterbacks fighting to find the field in college. This is the fifth article in the first wave. Jim Tressel has seen a million quarterbacks, but few like this one, he was told. ...
3 Northeast Ohio locations receive final approval to begin growing, processing recreational marijuana
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Recreational marijuana availability in Ohio took another incremental step forward on Friday, but Ohioans still cannot legally purchase non-medicinal pot at dispensaries. On Friday, 10 marijuana growers and processors received certificates of operation that will let them start working in the recreational weed market. Here in...
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.
On his 25th birthday, family of Canton man killed by police reaffirm their fight for justice
MASSILLON – Armed with a blue Sharpie, Elijah Fornash scribbled his name onto a white balloon. He added a few spiderwebs. "I'm sending Spidey (Man) to daddy," the 3-year-old said with a smile. His sister, 6-year-old Avah, drew a picture of her dad on her balloon. Next to him was a red...
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.”
Gas prices surge in Northeast Ohio: Up 23 cents in Akron, 16 cents in Cleveland
AKRON, Ohio — Gas prices have surged once again throughout Northeast Ohio as GasBuddy reports higher prices in both Akron and Cleveland since last week. Drivers in Akron are now paying an average of $3.47 per gallon after GasBuddy says prices went up 23.7 cents. The average cost in...
Carnation Festival flower show moves to new location
Two popular Greater Alliance Carnation Festival events have new locations for the 2024 event. The Flower Show and Community Luncheon both have relocated. The Community Luncheon, set for 11:30 a.m. Aug. 3, will be at Alliance Area Senior Center this year. It normally is held in a cafeteria in Hoover-Price Campus Center at University of Mount Union. Road construction this summer has forced the move.
Austintown businesses host Christmas in July market to benefit cat sanctuary
AUSTINTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Sunday was Christmas in July in Austintown to support the Furrever and After Cat Sanctuary as well as local artisans, makers and bakers. The outdoor market was put together by Café Rosé and Sarah’s Ceramic Studio in Austintown. Each participating small business...
Tuesday's Canton City Junior Tennis Tournament results
CANTON CITY JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT TUESDAY'S RESULTS 10U singles: Corrin d. Obyrne 6-1, 6-0; Blake d. Tadayon 6-0, 6-0.Girls 12U singles: Allen d. Staub 6-2, 6-1.Boys 14U singles: Probhakaran d. Printz 6-1, 6-0.Girls 16U singles: Balcom d. Myricks 6-4, 6-1; E. Smith d. Obyrne 7-5, 6-3; Finefrock def. Wadley 3-6, 6-3, 1-0 (4); Williams...
11-year-old Canton girl previously injured in house fire dies in Akron hospital
CANTON ‒ An 11-year-old girl injured in a house fire last week has died. The Summit County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed the girl, identified as Harmony Fowler, died Saturday at Akron Children's Hospital. ...
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.
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