A Stroll Through the Garden: Here’s how to approach Rhododendron pruning
Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of working with many gardeners and homeowners who share my love of rhododendrons and azaleas. One experience that stands out was when a client — who has since become a good friend — in Orrville called me one August to look at her overgrown rhododendrons.
Stark State Receives Grant for CDLs for Military, Veterans
JACKSON TWP. and AKRON, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – A dozen area residents who have a connection to the military have an opportunity to pick up a commercial driver’s license from Stark State College. The school received an $88,688 grant from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration,...
Barberton’s Magic Egg Hunt: A Whimsical Adventure for Kids Featuring Easter Bunny and Crafts
The City of Barberton is gearing up for an egg-citing event as the Parks & Recreation Department announces its upcoming Magic Egg Hunt. Set to be a whimsical day for the little ones, the event welcomes children 9 years old and younger to a festive egg scramble on March 28. The day is packed with activities, including...
New Athletic League Coming for Area Schools
Magnolia, OH: Carrollton Exempted Village Schools, Claymont City Schools, Fairless Local Schools, Marlington Local Schools, Minerva Local Schools, Sandy Valley Local Schools, Tuscarawas Valley Local Schools, and Tuslaw Local Schools jointly announced today the formation of a new interscholastic athletic league. The...
Kent State student diagnosed with serious bacterial infection
A Division of Student Life email sent Monday evening informed the Kent State community of a Lake Hall student diagnosed with Neisseria meningitidis, a transmissible bacterial infection. The student sought care and received the appropriate medical attention, according to the email. Kent State is working closely with...
Police trace stolen rental car to two former employees: Brunswick Police Blotter
Police were called to a Hyundai dealership at 1:10 p.m. Jan. 21 after a vehicle missing since November was located. The caller said the 2025 Hyundai Sonata had been discovered missing after an audit of rental agreements. It was tracked and located in Cleveland. It was later discovered that a...
Summit Metro Parks unveils restored 1928 Model AA truck
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio — Summit Metro Parks is embracing history this year as its 1928 Model AA truck hits the road again. The park's truck faced a variety of mechanical problems, leading to it being undrivable and in need of professional work. Summit Metro Parks said its Model AA...
Smucker lawsuit alleges scientist stole PB&J secret
Attorneys for the Orrville-based J.M. Smucker Co. allege a former scientist who was fired for poor performance made off with trade secrets used in several of its products, including Uncrustables sandwiches.
I-71 closed in Brook Park, Middleburg Heights due to pole fire
BROOK PARK, Ohio — Interstate 71 is currently closed at points in both directions from Brook Park through Middleburg Heights following a utility pole fire Monday evening. Ohio Department of Transportation maps show authorities have shut down I-71's southbound lanes beginning at the Snow Road entrance in Brook Park....
Ohio MCC Comforter Bash aims to create 300 handmade blankets
Handmade comforters will be created for those in need worldwide during the sixth Ohio Mennonite Central Committee Comforter Bash . The event is set for March 12-14 at the MCC Material Resources Center, located at 4080 Kidron Road, Kidron, according to a community announcement. Volunteers will work together to combine...

















