‘It keeps you on your toes.’ Akron’s longest-serving crossing guard talks 36-year career
Dressed in her yellow reflective vest, Marie Howell holds a large stop sign above her head as she strides into the middle of East Glenwood Avenue . She waits for an oncoming SUV to fully stop and then motions to cross to the handful of Forest Hill Community Learning Center students and their adults waiting on the...
Three funerals in five months — and Ronayne still calls it ‘public safety’: Leila...
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Chris Ronayne is dead wrong. The Cuyahoga County executive has staked his reputation on defending a Downtown Safety Patrol that has now left three people dead in five months — two of them were bystanders. He has threatened to use his veto pen to keep it alive. He repeats the talking points about...
8 All-You-Can-Eat Restaurants In Ohio With Outrageously Delicious Food
Looking for the most outrageously delicious all-you-can-eat restaurants in Ohio?. These 8 buffet spots offer endless food options and flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy!. 1. Supreme Buffet & Hibachi (Columbus) Have you ever wanted to sample flavors from around the world without leaving Ohio?....
Akron resident writes children’s book and starts a kids band
AKRON, Ohio — In mid-August, Akron students went back to school, and on Sunday, they were celebrated and encouraged at a back-to-school festival and parade. It’s a kids band started by Stephine Singleton the author of “The Adventures of Ryan & Riley and Mr. Teddy the Teddy Bear” and the organizer of The Adventures of...
Nebraska vs. Akron early odds and a prediction
The spread in the Nebraska vs Akron game has been released, and the Huskers find themselves as massive favorites over the Zips.
One person dead, two injured following shooting incident in Ohio
OHIO — A Saturday night shooting in a Maple Heights neighborhood left one juvenile dead and two others injured, according to police. Officers responded to the 5200 block of Thomas Street around 10 p.m. after reports of gunfire and people wounded. At the scene, police found two male juveniles who had been shot. Both...
Not Pretty, But a Win: Wyoming shuts out Akron 10-0 for first win of...
Wyoming has a way of winning that reminds me of farming. You can’t rush the growth of a crop. The progress itself isn’t exciting to watch. But there is a tried-and-true way of being successful. Fans of the Pokes know that winning in Laramie involves staunch defense, controlling...
Last weekend of August feels a lot like fall
The last Saturday of August has felt a lot more like fall than summer!
Akron Zoo Senior Safari offers discounted admission, animal encounters
AKRON, Ohio – The Akron Zoo is hosting its annual Senior Safari event on Sept. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is open to individuals ages 62 and older and features:. Vendor giveaways, including a free Akron Zoo tote bag. Free coffee. A lunch special in...
This Old-School Bar In Ohio Serves Up The Best Burger You’ll Ever Taste
In the heart of downtown Canton, where the neon lights flicker and the scent of grilled perfection wafts through the air, sits George’s Lounge – a place where time stands still but flavors race forward at full throttle. You know those places that make you feel like you’ve...
