Kent State University is expanding its engineering and aviation programs with the creation of a new Digital Engineering Design Center. The university’s Board of Trustees approved the center during its March meeting on the Kent campus. The center will be housed within the College of Aeronautics and Engineering and is Read more
New data from the American Red Cross shows more than 3,000 volunteers support the organization across Northern Ohio, representing several generations working together to serve the community. According to the Red Cross, Gen Z is now the largest and fastest-growing group of volunteers, making up about 37% of the region’s Read more
The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is returning to Akron later this month. The Summit Metro Parks Foundation will host the event Sat., March 21 at The Nightlight in downtown Akron. The festival features a collection of short films highlighting nature, conservation and environmental stories from around the world. Showings Read more
The International Soap Box Derby is reaffirming its focus on youth development with a refreshed mission and a new leadership initiative. Leaders say the program’s mission remains centered on “Inspiring the Next Generation of Champions,” using gravity racing to teach STEM concepts, leadership skills, teamwork and character. The Derby also Read more
METRO Regional Transit Authority is expanding its METRO NEXT pilot program to improve transit access for residents across Summit County who do not live near traditional bus routes. METRO NEXT allows riders to schedule trips in advance by phone or through a mobile app, providing flexible transportation that connects passengers Read more
The Cleveland Browns have finalized their coaching staff for the 2026 season under head coach Todd Monken. The 29-member staff includes Travis Switzer as offensive coordinator, Mike Rutenberg as defensive coordinator and Byron Storer as special teams coordinator. Monken says building a staff focused on developing young players was a Read more
The first major phase of construction is now underway for the new Huntington Bank Field in Brook Park, as crews officially begin mass excavation on what leaders are calling the largest construction project in Northeast Ohio. Heavy equipment is now digging approximately 80 feet deep and will move nearly 2 Read more
Traffic fatalities in Ohio have dropped for the fourth consecutive year, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, but officials say the numbers remain too high. Last year, the state recorded 1,037 fatal crashes, a 3.7% decrease from the previous year. From 2021 through 2025, there were 5,688 fatal crashes Read more
UPDATE 4:45PM: Wadsworth High School has been cleared to re-enter following a bomb threat earlier Monday afternoon. Superintendent Dr. Andy Hill said the Wadsworth Police Department deemed the building safe after a thorough search by K9 units from multiple surrounding law enforcement agencies. The school was evacuated around 2:30PM out Read more
The Akron-Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau has launched the 2026 Drip Drive, inviting residents and visitors to explore 22 locally owned coffee shops throughout Summit County. Now in its seventh year, the popular promotion encourages participants to support small businesses by collecting stamps with purchases at participating locations. Coffee lovers Read more
