AKRON — Akron Soul Train (AST) has announced its 2026 Artists in Residence, marking a milestone year as the organization celebrates a decade of empowering artists, fostering dialogue and enriching the ...

CUYAHOGA FALLS — At its last meeting of the year, Cuyahoga Falls City Council Dec. 22 thanked outgoing Council members Meika Penta and Jerry James, as well as Community Development Director Diana ...

BARBERTON — Barberton Community Foundation has announced the selection of Goldman Sachs as its investment adviser. This decision reflects months of careful evaluation and continued commitment to ...

LAKEMORE — During the Dec. 16 regular meeting, the Springfield Local Schools Board of Education approved the Certificate of Project Completion for the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission’s (OFCC) ...

GREEN — On Oct. 8, a City of Green resident reported being the victim of a cryptocurrency investment fraud, resulting in a significant financial loss. The Summit County Sheriff’s Office Detective ...

SUMMIT COUNTY — Summit Metro Parks has been honored with an Award of Excellence from the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA), earning second place in the Management Innovation category for ...

AKRON — Adele Hamad, shown below, will turn 100 Jan. 29. She has four children, nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, with whom she loves spending time. She is pictured at right with her ...

AKRON — Akron Public Schools (APS) announced Dec. 23 a major achievement by its Computer Science program. Under the leadership of instructor Sam Appleby, a team of APS students earned both first place ...

DOWNTOWN AKRON — Amazon is branching out in Akron with plans to construct a warehouse and distribution center in Kenmore. During the Dec. 8 Akron City Council meeting, Council approved a ...

FAIRLAWN — The Fairlawn Fire Department recently announced the receipt of two personal Seek Thermal imagers donated by David Knott and the Valor Freedom and Respect (VFR) Foundation. This contribution ...

RICHFIELD — Richfield Village Council Dec. 2 approved the 2026 budget 6-0, with Council President Ralph Waszak Sr. absent. Finance Director Sandy Turk said total appropriations for the budget are ...