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Where can I buy short wedding dress in Akron?
Got engaged to my boo a couple of months ago, and am slowly getting around to the wedding planning. I’d like to have a short dress for my wedding. Are there any bridal boutiques that have options in this style in Akron? I’ve checked a few (BHLDN by Anthropologie for example) but all I can seem to find is long dresses. There are short styles online, but I would much prefer to try on in-person if possible.
Any advice on healthcare options for the uninsured in Akron?
A couple of people I know are in need for an annual health check up and occasionally have minor health conditions. They do not have insurance and may not be documented. Any other link for low or sliding scale healthcare options in the area? Thanks for all kind advice.
Who should I call for fixing my floor in Akron?
Hi friends, i was looking for some advice. I have been living in these apartments since April 2020 an our tiles cracked this year in June. They had previously broken off sometime in 2021 and were repaired by the apartments, but since the new incident, they have repeatedly stated that they will speak with the manager. This has been going on since then, and it is not being addressed. I'm not sure if there's anything I can do about the apartments. Could you please tell me if there is anyome I can call for help?
Any recommendations for the best ice skating lesson in Akron?
I want to take lessons and learn how to skate as a beginner. I live in north Akron so ideally I would like the rink to be somewhere closer there but if not I can always travel. Any good place to skate and also offer lessons? Thanks!
Are there any used record store in Akron?
Hey all, looking for a good used record store. I love reckless and shuga, but I’d really love to expand my collection with used records because new records are really killing my wallet. What are your favorites? In case it matters, my preferred genres are rock, psych, garage, rap, hardcore/punk, and drone/doom metal. Any help is appreciated. Thanks!
Are there any low cost vet in Akron?
In your personal experience of any affordable emergency vets? We’ve had to take our dog to PACE twice, but it was over a grand each visit (1,300 up front deposit) we don’t have at the moment. Our dog has epilepsy and we need to get him care asap. Thanks for your suggestions.
What can an ordinary citizen do to affect how the city deals with trash?
Who do I need to write emails to every day? Which mayoral candidate(s) should I be campaigning for? What else can I do to change this terrible system? Because I’m so tired of picking up the vacant lot on my block only to wake up to a new pile of garbage dumped there by someone else who doesn’t want to pay to dump it properly, and of people putting their trash on sidewalks days before pickup bc they don’t have proper trash cans outside. It’s really depressing.
Any recommendations for winter scenic drives in Akron?
I found some older articles about general scenic drives in google, but was wondering if anyone could recommend some new hot spots that would be good during the winter. Any drives with relatively clear roads and good winter views, for a day trip (few hours)? Thanks for your kind advice below.
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