Chris Horne is fairly new to the northeast Ohio area but he’s already making an imprint. A Georgian most of his life, his wife’s job at The University of Akron brought them to the Rubber City in 2013. “We noticed the attractions, great parks, shops and restaurants, but most importantly, the people Read more
It’s finally here! The 23rd annual Medina County Family-A-Fair is Saturday, April 25. There is truly something for everyone at this exciting event held at the Medina County Fairgrounds. Balloon artists, face painters, music, Our Zoo To You traveling exotic animal show, puppeteers, Josh the Juggler, Jacob Gray the magician, Wadsworth Read more
One woman’s tradition of giving northeast Ohio-made gifts to family and friends around the holidays has turned into one fun adventure. Deby Lexow, 65, of Bainbridge Township, is now introducing people around the world to the incredible artisan products – old and new alike – that northeast Ohio has to Read more
A learning community where students focus on advanced career technical training and academic excellence for life-long success. That’s the goal at the Medina County Career Center. MCCC offers career development programs, accredited post-secondary education and leads to gainful employment., including a variety of certification classes: medical assisting, dental assisting and HVAC. “Not Read more
Sonnets in Wadsworth is one of 75 venues participating in National Open Mic Night. The performances kick off at 6:30 p.m. at the downtown hot spot. National Open Mic Night is a week-long coast-to-coast celebration of music presented by Shure. It gives music lovers an opportunity to support their local music scene and experience Shure Read more
Canine influenza has sickened 1,300 dogs in the Midwest, including western Ohio. Dr. Dane Arends, with Wadsworth Veterinarian Hospital, says his practice hasn’t seen any cases yet, but his office is prepared should dogs and cats in our area come down with the flu. Signs of mild canine influenza include loss of appetite, sneezing, or Read more
It’s here! The green and yellow metal and stainless steel sculpture from Akron Children’s Hospital is now gracing downtown Wadsworth. Crews installed the sculpture late Monday morning. The green-headed cone-flower is being displayed as a tribute to the Hospital’s 125th anniversary celebration. The sculpture is located where High and Main Read more
Vibrant is how we’d describe the band members of “Walking in Circles.” Five of the six bandmates joined us in the studio Monday morning with their debut album, “Go.” The band consists of Jake Gray (lead guitar), Ben Beheydt (keyboard/rhythm guitar), Kevin Herwerden (drums), Allison Wolf (bass/vocals/lead vocals), Blake Brouse (lead vocals) and Zach Shelly Read more
ODOT district 3 says beginning Monday a heavily trafficked route will close. State Route 94 north and south of Doylestown Road in Wayne County will be closed for a ditch replacement project. You’ll be able to use Route 604 to 57 to I-76 and back to 94 as your alternate. Detour Read more
Snoring may be a key indicator for future memory loss. That’s the conclusion of a new study published this week in the journal “Neurology.” Researchers at the NYU Langone Medical Center say people who snore heavily are more likely to develop memory loss and cognitive decline at a younger age. Read more
