WEST AKRON: Following a traffic stop on Vernon Odom Boulevard Dec. 3, police confiscated a loaded handgun and charged the driver with having a weapon while under disability. At 1:15 a.m. Dec. 4, ...

• Monday, Dec. 15, 6 p.m.: Andrews Osborne at Elms • Monday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m.: Strongsville at Highland (girls) • Tuesday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m.: Woodridge at Norton ...

AKRON — The University of Akron (UA) School of Law was recently recognized in the fall 2025 issue of The National Jurist’s “preLaw” publication. Akron Law was named one of the Best Value Law Schools ...

AKRON — Makeshift Theatre will present George C. Wolfe’s satire “The Colored Museum” this month, offering audiences a thought-provoking journey through African American culture, history and ...

Kirk Buchanan Reed (otherwise known as “Duke” or “K Money”, depending on the audience) peacefully passed away on August 29, 2025. Kirk bravely battled cancer for nearly three years before departing on ...

AKRON — The Akron Public Schools (APS) Board of Education will see three new faces as a result of the Nov. 4 General Election. Jarosz received 13.9% of votes, earning him a spot on the board. “I am ...

RICHFIELD — A new fast food restaurant will soon be coming to Richfield Village after Council approved a development deal at the Nov. 5 meeting. Council approved the deal with BD Richfield LLC for ...

AKRON — Akron Children’s 44th annual Holiday Tree Festival is set for Nov. 15-23, promising nine days of decorated themed trees, sparkling lights, seasonal entertainment and holiday cheer. The free ...

SPRINGFIELD — The cause of a house fire at 1595 Gregory Drive Oct. 27 that claimed two lives is still under investigation, Springfield Township Fire Department officials reported last week. In a press ...

After a 32-year absence, James McClellan, retiring as an Air Force Colonel, returned home to our area four years ago. He retired from the military, but not from life. Since settling in Bath, he joined ...

BATH — The Bath Township Board of Trustees heard reports on current legislative efforts dealing with township levies and property tax reduction during the Oct. 6 meeting. Township Administrator Vito ...

Current civic activities: member of Freedom Bloc and Akron’s NAACP chapter; volunteer with People Feeding People; regularly speak to City Council to address issues within the city What would be your ...