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Summit County Councilwoman hosts office hours at Goodyear Heights library
Summit County District 6 Council Member Christine Wiedie Higham will host public office hours on Tuesday, June 11, between 5 and 6 p.m. at the Goodyear Heights Branch Library, 60 Goodyear Blvd. in Akron. All are welcome to attend. District 6 includes Tallmadge and areas of Akron, including Ellet, Goodyear Heights and Firestone Park. For details, call 330-643-2725. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Summit County Councilwoman hosts office hours at Goodyear Heights library
Cuyahoga Falls seeks artists for public art project
Cuyahoga Falls has issued a request for qualifications for a public art project in its downtown. The city is seeking a professional artist for a collaborative project that will incorporate a primary historical photo(s) or imagery relevant to local history as the main component of a mural on the Portage Trail bridge underpass. Qualification packets must be submitted by noon on Friday, June 14. The request for qualifications is available at https://www.cityofcf.com/bids/portage-trail-bridge-underpass-historic-imagery-mural For more information, contact the Community Development Department at 330-971-8135 or development@cityofcf.com. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Cuyahoga Falls seeks artists for public art project
Rain and thunderstorms still in the forecast for Memorial Day
While weather has been idyllic for a Northeast Ohio May, thunderstorms forecasted Saturday through Monday might ruin some Memorial Day grilling plans. Afternoon and evening storms may cause outdoor holiday celebrations to be cut short. Here's the forecast for the Greater Akron and Kent areas: ...
Area news in brief for May 27
ALLIANCE CLAIMS – Alliance City Council’s Claims Committee plans a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. June 3 at the Alliance Municipal Courthouse, 470 E. Market St. in Alliance. Purpose of the meeting is to discuss a claim brought by Desirae Roberts. ALLIANCE ZONING – Alliance City Council’s Planning,...
See all homes sold in Stow, May 13 to May 19
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Stow reported from May 13 to May 19. There were 12 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,614-square-foot home on Hiwood Avenue in Stow that sold for $220,000. 1328 Hibbard...
Solon Mayor Ed Kraus: Memorial Day is ‘a day to remember’
SOLON, Ohio -- Memorial Day is about memories, Mayor Ed Kraus told a crowd of more than 200 people who gathered Monday (May 27) at Roselawn Cemetery. “In my (Jewish) faith, there’s a word we use: zachor,” Kraus said, referring to the Hebrew word for “remember.”. If...
STATE-OF-THE-ART HORSE FACILITY & CUSTOM BUILT VICTORIAN ON OVER 85 ACRES IN MANTUA, OH
Welcome to Meadow Creek Ranch, a unique opportunity to own a state-of-the-art horse facility built by renowned Morton Builders. Some of the features to highlight Meadow Creek Ranch are 19 stalls, two large barns, Nelson watering systems, and sliding stall doors. The main barn includes a tack room, viewing area, and guest bathroom.
Northeast Ohio Tuesday weather forecast: Showers and thunderstorms
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Northeast Ohio can expect to see showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday, with cooler temperatures as well. There are chances of showers throughout the day, increasing to about 40% during the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. The best chances for thunderstorms are during the midafternoon and throughout the evening. Highs will stay in the upper 60s and winds will be around 13 to 15 mph. The chances of showers and thunderstorms increase overnight and into Wednesday morning. Overnight lows will be in the mid-50s.
Man, 23, charged in shooting that injured 2 in Akron
Akron police have charged a 23-year-old man with two counts of felonious assault in connection with a Friday shooting in Akron that injured two. On Friday at about 7:35 p.m., police responded to a call in the 2000 block of Sixth Street S. W. When they arrived, they said they were met by the man, who had an unloaded handgun on the ground at his feet. The man told police he had a gun pulled on him, and he later shot two people to defend himself.
Rita's celebrates cool grand opening in Streetsboro
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard celebrated the opening of its newest location at 9292 State Route 14 in Streetsboro, next to Public Square. The shop, which features Italian ice and frozen custard treats, has redeveloped a former Flowerama store. The grand opening event included giveaways, including free Italian Ice to the first 50 guests in line, photos with Ice Guy, the Rita’s mascot, merchandise giveaways and a face painter.
Man drowns while fishing in Summit County lake: Police
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WOIO) - A man drowned early Sunday morning while fishing in a Summit County lake, according to investigators. Springfield Township Police Chief Jack Simone says an officer jumped into the lake at 1:18 a.m. after the man’s fishing partner informed him of the situation. The officer who...
23-year-old arrested for shooting 2 people in Akron: Police
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - Akron police officers arrested a 23-year-old man Friday after investigators say he shot two people. Akron Police Cpt. Michael Miller says the man shot a 36-year-old man and a 59-year-old woman at approximately 7:35 p.m. on May 24 after a dispute in the 2000 block of 6th St. SW.
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