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Ignite Reading certified as 'high-quality tutoring program' in Ohio
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- Ignite Reading has been approved as a "high-quality tutoring program" in Ohio as the state works to improve literacy rates that have been suffering since the COVID-19 pandemic. It gives students virtual one-on-one tutoring daily to help them in areas of reading they struggle with. Ohio...
Ohio FOP passes on endorsing Democratic U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Fraternal Order of Police has endorsed Sen. Sherrod Brown each time he’s run for reelection. But they are passing on doing so this year, citing comments the longtime Democrat made about a controversial police shooting in Columbus three years ago. If you purchase...
New research & development center focused on rocket propulsion coming to Mahoning Valley
A new research & development (R&D) center focused on rocket propulsion is on its way to the Mahoning Valley. 21 News sat down with Ursa Major, a privately funded company focused on rocket propulsion, who is establishing a new R&D center in the Boardman to advance additive manufacturing and materials development technology for liquid rocket engines and solid rocket motors.
Mercer County Food Bank announces first pantry in Hermitage
The Hermitage community will now have broader access to food assistance in town. Those struggling with food insecurity can now turn to an added resource provided by the Mercer County Food Bank, with a brand new pantry coming to Hermitage. It's the continued goal of the Mercer County Food Bank...
Ravenna Nutrition rebranded to Ravenna Sip and Social
Sometimes a change is needed. That is what Ravenna Sip and Social co-owner and Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce Board Member Rich Wolford did with his store, previously called Ravenna Nutrition, and launched a rebrand in late June to transform his health food store to appeal to a broader customer base.
Broadway actors to help local youth theater program celebrate 50 years
Stagecrafters Youth Theatre is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a star-studded fundraiser featuring performances from Stagecrafters alumni who have since gone on to perform on Broadway. “Broadway Comes Home: Celebrating 50 Years of Stagecrafters” will take place on Aug. 19 at KeyBank State Theatre at Playhouse Square in downtown Cleveland....
Women's Basketball Garners WBCA Academic Honors
ATLANTA – Youngstown State University, Ashland University, Williams College, Sterling College and Folsom Lake College sit atop their respective divisions in the 2023-24 WBCA Academic Top 25 Team Honor Rolls announced today by the Women's Basketball Coaches Association. Northwest Nazarene women's basketball made the cut for Special Mention in...
Chagrin Yoga hosts Yoga By The Falls this Saturday at Triangle Park
CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio -- The Chagrin Yoga Studio will allow students “to embrace their warrior” outside at 9 a.m. Saturday (July 27) at Chagrin Falls’ Triangle Park. The session is part of the studio’s Yoga By The Falls series. Yoga by the Falls will also take...
Nuclear medicine equipment comes to UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna
RAVENNA − Residents of the Portage County area can get treatment for conditions such as heart disease, cancer and bone disorders closer to home now that University Hospitals Portage Medical Center's Nuclear Medicine department has opened. Brian Adams, director of operations and clinical services at UH Portage, said about $750,000 worth...
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Festival begins in Youngstown
If you're in the mood for some Italian food, entertainment, rides, and vendors, you're in luck. Thursday marks the start of the annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Festival, and there's certainly no shortage of any of that!
Sebring garage sale event set Aug. 1-3
Coordinator Susan Sanor says there likely will be 100 sales taking place during the 23 annual Sebring Village Wide Sales, set Aug. 1-3. The garage sale event, sponsored by Friends of the Sebring Parks, formerly was managed by Sebring Area Chamber of Commerce. Friends of the Sebring Parks took the event over after...
Dover Shoney's restaurant, the last in Ohio, to close and be sold in online auction
DOVER ‒ After 33 years in business, the Shoney's restaurant in Dover will be going out of business. It will be closing in a couple more weeks, according to manager Mike Watson, who has worked there for more than 18 years. The property, located at 881 Commercial Parkway, has been put up for sale...
Streetsboro Family Days brings concerts, fun this weekend
Streetsboro Family Days will return to City Park this weekend, with music; a car, truck and bike show; and fireworks. The three-day festival, now in its 23rd year, opens Friday. It will feature free concerts and a beer garden. ...
Promoting peace: Teens from Northern Ireland learn, grow in Alliance
ALLIANCE − Eight teenagers from Northern Ireland have come and gone from the Alliance area, leaving with memories of growth and with friendships that will last a lifetime. The group, part of the Ulster Project that promotes peace between Roman Catholics and Protestants in Northern Ireland, flew to the United States and...
Secret indictment alleges Salem man raped 9-year-old
A Salem man is in the Columbiana County Jail after being secretly indicted for allegedly raping a nine-year-old child. Thirty-two-year-old Brandon Seddon was arrested Monday on charges of rape, sexual battery, and two counts of gross sexual imposition. According to the indictment, the Barclay Avenue man allegedly engaged in sexual...
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