NEWS

If you’re looking for a reason to head to the Akron Zoo this spring, here it is. The zoo is introducing several new species as renovations wrap up in its Legends of the Wild area, with animals set to make their debut on May 16. Among the new arrivals: White-faced Read more

For years, families affected by the opioid crisis held onto hope that Purdue Pharma’s bankruptcy settlement would finally bring some form of justice. But now, many are finding that promise slipping away. A new report from Reuters shows thousands of claims are being denied, not because harm can’t be proven, Read more

Barberton is getting a major investment to protect its drinking water and reduce flood risk. FEMA has approved $7.7 million for upgrades to the Wolf Creek Dam, a 100-year-old structure considered “high-hazard” because of its importance to the community. The funding is part of a larger $8.5 million project and Read more

Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy is once again defending his proposal to eliminate state funding for what he calls “subpar” public universities in Ohio. In a recent appearance, Ramaswamy said, “I don’t think you should be funding subpar universities,” responding to a student question about higher education spending. The proposal Read more

As gas prices climb back above $4 a gallon for the first time in four years, many Americans aren’t just feeling it at the pump, it’s hitting their entire household budget. A new survey of more than 3,000 drivers by Advance America finds most people have a tipping point, where Read more

A big moment is coming for Hope Meadows, and for the community it serves. The Wadsworth-based nonprofit is set to break ground April 23 on a major expansion project that will significantly grow its mental health and recovery services. The ceremony runs from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the organization’s Ridge Road Read more

A new project from Main Street Wadsworth is putting the heart of the community on paper, literally. Main Street Wadsworth’s new community coloring book is out, featuring dozens of pages designed by local artists, including our own Tom Stugmyer, who created a page featuring Wadsworth Community Radio and his dog Read more

Federal health officials are raising concerns about a troubling new contaminant being found in the illegal drug supply. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a nationwide health advisory after detecting increasing levels of medetomidine, a veterinary sedative, in drugs that also contain fentanyl. Medetomidine (sometimes referred to Read more

Big changes are coming to MGM Northfield Park. The popular racino will temporarily close April 20 as new ownership takes over. When it reopens April 22, it will operate under a new name: Northfield Park Racino. If you’re a regular visitor, there’s one important heads-up: MGM Rewards credits will no Read more