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More animals, greater health needs. Akron Zoo announces plans for new hospital
The Akron Zoo has unveiled plans to build a new $12 million animal hospital by 2026. Construction is set to begin in 2025, according to a press release from the zoo. The hospital will be located behind the Pride of Africa exhibit along Diagonal Road. The zoo is getting $1.75...
Man tires of disobedient child, breaks squirt gun in pool: Broadview Heights Police Blotter
On June 20, police were dispatched to a Scenicview Drive pool regarding a man pushing a juvenile. An arriving officer talked to the caller, who said a man had jumped into the pool, dunked his 9-year-old nephew, then broke the boy’s water gun. The officer then talked to the...
Unlicensed driver wrongly decides tailgating is a good idea: Brecksville Police Blotter
On June 16, police observed a weaving white Honda Civic traveling too closely behind a dark-colored SUV on northbound I-77. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Salem BMV 'open for business'
The new Deputy Registrar of Salem’s Bureau of Motor Vehicles office wants people to know they are open for business. Hollie Smart tells 21 News that she’s been in charge of the office on East Second Street since the prior registrar left on June 29. Smart says there...
On the frontline: Cleveland Clinic program teaches barbers, beauticians to offer clients support for mental health concerns
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Black barbershops and beauty salons are where people get real. Stories about trauma, suicide, abusive relationships – barbers and beauticians hear it all from clients, many of whom haven’t sought professional help. What if beauty professionals were trained to do more than just listen?
Ohio lawmakers discuss options for property tax relief
COLUMBUS, Ohio — After property reappraisals were sent to homeowners across the state, some Ohioans are voicing concern over the impacts to their property taxes. State law requires Ohio counties to reappraise property values every six years. The counties are on a rotation, and in 2024, 18 counties -- including Cuyahoga -- were on the docket.
Rain in the forecast for Greater Akron through Thursday, but the weekend is looking clear
Summit County residents eager for clear, blue skies will have to wait another day or so, as showers are in the forecast until Thursday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Sunny skies and daily temperatures in the low to mid 80s are projected for this weekend heading into early...
Soap Box Derby 2024: It takes a village to race here: ‘Just one big family’
Racers at the 2024 edition of the International Soap Box Derby World Championships may journey down the hill solo, but they don’t make it to the top alone. On Wednesday, one student from Chicago competed in Akron for the first time thanks to the help of her after-school program. Three teens rekindled an unlikely friendship with derby opponents. And a veteran racing family valued competing together more than they celebrated medals.
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