The American Red Cross is urging blood donations this month, and Wadsworth residents, here’s your chance. You can give blood at the Wadsworth YMCA on Aug. 13 from 12-5 p.m., or at the Chapel Wadsworth Campus on Aug. 19 from 11:30 to 5 p.m. All successful donors get a free Read more
Love candy, popcorn, and ice cream? Then check out the Summit Sweet Stroll! Visit 16 of 20 sweet shops, like Skoops, Pav’s and Kopper Popper, across Summit County, get your passport stamped, and earn a custom ice cream scoop, plus a shot at a $250 prize! Pick up your passport Read more
The Medina County Health Department and Hope Recovery Community have teamed up to install a vending machine stocked with free harm-reduction supplies, available 24/7. Located at Hope Recovery’s Medina location (200 Highland Drive), the machine offers Narcan, hygiene kits, COVID-19 tests, and other items to help keep people safe. Organizers Read more
The 5th annual memorial poker run, in honor of Greg North, is happening Saturday, August 23, beginning and ending at the Barberton Moose on 31st Street NW. Registration begins at 11 a.m., with dinner at 5 p.m. All vehicles are welcome, and the ride features five fun stops, plus raffles, Read more
Wadsworth City Schools has launched a brand-new bus tracking app. The district is now using BusRight, a more user-friendly platform with real-time GPS tracking and better route visibility. Watch your email for setup instructions from BusRight. With BusRight, parents and guardians can see their child’s bus in real time, check estimated Read more
This morning, I had the incredible privilege of flying in a hot air balloon with none other than Chris Smart, a man who’s been piloting balloons for 33 years, with more than 2,000 flights under his belt. He’s a seven-time state champion, highly ranked in competitions, and the proud owner Read more
Welcome to the Celestia Theater, a new chapter in a storied space! The historic O.J. Work Auditorium, long nestled inside the former Central Intermediate School on Main Street, has been officially renamed the Celestia Theater by The Wadsworth Square Foundation. The name pays tribute to Laura Celestia Spelman Rockefeller, a Read more
Calling all artists! Main Street Wadsworth is creating a community coloring book and wants your illustrations of local landmarks, events, and hidden gems. You can submit up to three black-and-white line art samples by Sept. 1. “This coloring book will showcase the charm, character, and creativity of our vibrant downtown and surrounding Read more
In a recent interview with Wadsworth Community Radio, Wadsworth Economic Development Director Tom Morris shared updates on the city’s evolving plans and priorities. From revitalizing downtown to expanding community programs, the city is actively shaping its future with input from residents, new tools for businesses, and a continued focus on Read more
We have an update on Norton mom Jackie Koncz! She’s officially back home in Ohio after her successful heart transplant earlier this year. After months of recovery in Nashville, Jackie recently got the all-clear from her latest heart biopsy – and says she’s soaking up every moment with her family. Read more
