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Kent Blossom closes out Faculty Concert Series with two classics (July 17)
With a program of only two pieces, both of them staples in chamber music repertoire, creating the conditions for a standout performance might be more difficult than usual. But the musicians in Kent Blossom Music Festival’s final entry in this year’s Faculty Concert Series knew what to do.
Canton residents say refuse service is garbage; Priority Waste vows to do better
CANTON TWP. — Residents can expect trash, recyclables and yard waste to be picked up on time, every week, starting Monday, July 29. That was the promise from Priority Waste representatives who appeared Tuesday, July 23, at the Canton Township Board of Trustees meeting to explain weeks of missed pickups and poor communication while also assuring the township would see better service going forward.
Ohio and Kentucky DNC delegates lining up for Harris, plus more top stories
The announcement came suddenly that President Joe Biden would be leaving the race. On Cincinnati Edition, we discuss how his decision could change the trajectory of the U.S. Senate race in Ohio. Plus, how Ohio DNC delegates are lining up for Vice President Kamala Harris. But in Kentucky, one Democratic...
Northeast Ohio native athletes competing in Olympics 2024
Athletes from across the world are getting ready to try for gold in the 2024 Olympics, which kick off in Paris next week. Some of those Olympians, both new and returning, have roots right here in Northeast Ohio.
Police board looks for seat at bargaining table with proposed changes to FOP contract
For months, the Akron Citizen's Police Oversight Board has argued that it should have a seat at the table during the upcoming negotiations between the Akron Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the city. During the board's Wednesday meeting, a resolution was introduced outlining proposed changes to the FOP's current contract with the city, which expires Dec. 31. ...
Akron police trying to get machine guns — and tiny device that makes them — off streets
The frightened woman turned into GetGo across from Portage Crossing in Cuyahoga Falls at about 3:30 a.m. April 7. After she parked at the pumps, she slipped inside and called police for help, telling them the passenger riding in her Kia Sportage had a gun and that she was scared of him. ...
State Fair opens, will run through Aug. 4
COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, First Lady Fran DeWine, and Lt. Governor Jon Husted joined Ohio State Fair Executive Director Adam Heffron to open the gates for the first day of the Ohio State Fair. The fair runs from Wednesday, July 24 to Sunday, Aug. 4 and continues...
The Ohio Sales Tax Holiday is coming up. What can you buy tax free? (quiz)
Every year, the State of Ohio designates a handful of days when shoppers can save on taxes for in-person and online purchases. It’s officially called the Ohio Sales Tax Holiday. The tax-free weekend — or in this year’s case, the 10-day tax holiday — has a couple goals. One...
What’s in a name? GOP vice presidential nominee JD Vance has had many of them
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When it comes to Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance’s name, it’s complicated. The senator from Ohio introduced himself to the world in 2016 when he published his bestselling memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy,” under the name J.D. Vance — “like jay-dot-dee-dot,” he wrote, short for James David. In the book, he explained that this was not the first iteration of his name. Nor would it be the last.
Much of Greater Cleveland remains in a drought, though the conditions are shifting east
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Moderate drought conditions continue in Northeast Ohio, although the areas of the drought have shifted east, while conditions in southern Ohio have continued to worsen, according to this week’s U.S. Drought Monitor update released on Thursday. The portion of the state classified as being in...
Massive Ohio Company Announces Job Relocation to Costa Rica
Nearly 200 jobs have been lost by hardworking Americans as a result of a large Ohio company’s decision to relocate jobs overseas. One hundred seventy-five employees will be leaving Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. for a new Costa Rica in Akron, the business announced on Friday. While Goodyear did acknowledge to the Beacon Journal that layoffs will occur at its Akron headquarters, the company chose not to disclose how many employees will be impacted.
Mega Millions jackpot over $300 million; Thursday’s Ohio Lottery results
CLEVELAND, Ohio — A big jackpot is on the line this weekend, with the Mega Millions prize reaching an estimated $306 million for the drawing on Friday, July 26, 2024. The Saturday, July 27 Powerball jackpot is an estimated $131 million and the Classic Lotto jackpot is $13.4 million.
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
Seven most expensive homes sold in Kent, July 8-21
A house that sold for $573,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Kent between July 8 and July 21. In total, seven residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past two weeks, with an average price of $312,271, or $164 per square foot.
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