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Akron Zoo receives the rare “clean” accreditation from the AZA
By Aja Hannah for TDS Photo provided by the Akron Zoo After a rigorous inspection, Akron Zoo has...
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Cascade Valley Metro Park’s new 200-acre Valley View area opens to public
By Abbey Marshall, TDS Staff Reporter Photos by Abbey Marshall Hikers and nature enthusiasts won’t be able to...
All Walks Yoga brings accessibility to ancient practice
By Diane Kilivris for TDS Yoga is an ancient Indian practice of self-realization that has provided great exercise...
Flock of sheep on Mutton Hill continue to tell the story of Akron
By Melanie Mohler for TDS Photos by Melanie Mohler Driving down Copley Road as it turns into South...
Fifty years of food: Kent Co-op feeds the community
By Derek Kreider, general assignment reporter Photos by Derek Kreider Fifty years since their inception, Kent Natural Foods...
First female Akron Public superintendent takes office ahead of a year recovering from and adapting to the pandemic
By Abbey Marshall, TDS staff reporter Returning to Akron Public Schools was a full circle moment for incoming...
Women Firefighters Get the Job Done at Akron Fire Department
By Abbey Bashor When many people think of what it means to be a firefighter, words like strength,...
Akron inventor seeks to inspire Black youth with his story
By Abbey Marshall, Devil Strip staff reporter Photos by Abbey Marshall When Sonny Sneed was only six months...
Free Comic Book Day is Back and Local Shops are Looking to Celebrate.
Compiled by Ken Evans for The Devil Strip August 14, this Saturday, will see the return of the...
Shelf Life strives to make reading accessible, affordable
By Jim Woods for TDS Photos by Danielle Sawat, provided by Shelf Life Danielle Sawat loves books. She...
‘One Year in Loveland’: Elizabeth’s Bookshop celebrates first anniversary with joy and community
By H.L. Comeriato, Devil Strip Staff Reporter Rachel Elizabeth Cargle is filled with gratitude. Behind a table lined...
Marigold Sol: Revitalization through sustainability, function, and art
By Brynne Olsen for The Devil Strip At Marigold Sol in Kenmore, it’s in with the old and...
Akron Civic expands operations with addition of Goodyear Theater
Derek Kreider, general assignment reporter Photos by Derek Kreider Akronites can expect much more in the way of...
Spotted Owl Aiming for Another Fall Opening
By Emily Anderson for The Devil Strip Photos by Heidi M. Rolf, provided by The Spotted Owl Hearing...
Travis Howe brings happiness a ¼ pound at a time with Fat T’s Cookies
By Teresa Sroka for The Devil Strip Photos by Teresa Sroka Travis Howe didn’t set out to become...