Culture – THE DEVIL STRIP

Lady Renea Woods-Bayor invites you to tea

October 29th, 2020

Reporting and writing by Brynne Olsen Would you love to host your next special event in an elegant tea room? How about perusing a premium boutique or renting a beautiful tablescape to wow your guests ... Read More...

Epic Life co-founder finds passion, community in the outdoors

October 29th, 2020

Akronite builds community for people of color in outdoor ventures Reporting and writing by Julie Ciotola Leon Henderson has never been a stranger to adventure. “When I was a boy I was alwa... Read More...

Immigrant family provides its own social net

October 26th, 2020

Mark Arehart WKSU public radio “You don’t have the social net that other people have.” That’s how 27-year-old Miguel Arriola sums up the immigrant experience during the pandemic. Arriola’s father c... Read More...

Colleges fight hunger, fill basic needs to keep students in school

October 26th, 2020

Lee Chilcote and Asha Fairley Taking five classes at once is a heavy load for any college student, but for 26-year-old Marcus Thornton, it sometimes feels like a crushing weight. That’s because the computer... Read More...

‘An experiment in community:’ University Park residents are designing and building a new park

October 22nd, 2020

Reporting, writing and photos by H.L. Comeriato Marissa Little’s crew finally takes a well-earned break. They lean against a low chain link fence, shedding their coats in the sun. The group of volunteers... Read More...

Ohioans retreat into safe groups, crave post-election unity

October 22nd, 2020

By Amanda Garrett Akron Beacon Journal Ohioans are exhausted during the final run up to the 2020 presidential election. They’re worried about COVID-19, about where the United States is heading, about ... Read More...

Ellet’s Gardenias & Grace sells local goods by artists of all ages

October 19th, 2020

Reporting, writing and photos by Laura Lakins This year more than ever, small businesses and local artists need our support. Gardenias & Grace, a gallery of art and handcrafted goods, gives us the oppor... Read More...

Akron chefs put food on the table for other restaurant workers

October 19th, 2020

Reporting and writing by Emily Anderson When restaurants were ordered to close their doors in March to reduce the spread of COVID-19, chef John Taylor of Lock 15 Brewing Co. knew he had to use his resources... Read More...

Painter Kariem Farrakhan II: ‘The Black experience isn’t just one experience’

October 19th, 2020

Interview by Zaïré Talon Daniels Kariem Farrakhan II grew up in Akron. He attended high school at Firestone Community Learning Center, where he was introduced to visual and performing arts which made a last... Read More...

Donovan Harris | A pillar in the Akron community

October 19th, 2020

Reporting, writing and photos by Nahla Bendefaa If you make your way to 1010 Hammel St. in South Akron, you will find a retail building with signs for Mrs. Dianne’s Shop & Save and Fresh Cuts Barber Sho... Read More...

Knight Arts Challenge Spotlight | Exploring Mixed-Media Urban Arts with Neos Dance Theatre

How the pandemic shaped ‘Reely Scared,’ a podcast for horror film buffs

Painter Kariem Farrakhan II: ‘The Black experience isn’t just one experience’

Door #2 Art Studio brings inclusiveness and positivity to Akron

Small Business Chronicles | West Hill Hardware

Lady Renea Woods-Bayor invites you to tea

Epic Life co-founder finds passion, community in the outdoors

Immigrant family provides its own social net

Northeast Ohio Living Room Talent Show aims to bring people together in a fun and innovative way

Brian Lisik’s ‘Gudbye Stoopid Whirled’ wasn’t supposed to be about the pandemic — but it is

Longtime rocker Harvey Gold is ‘all the versions’ of himself on new album

‘I can be your Antidote at the end of a hard day:’ Madison Cummins releases sophomore album

“It shouldn’t hurt” and other myths about feeding babies

The doctor is in | Kindergarten

One mom’s miscarriage story

I’m losing my mind… everything’s fine!

Parenting SOS, in search of support, part 4: Facebook parenting groups

Parents’ Mental Health is Taking a Hit During COVID-19. Here’s What You Can Do.

The doctor is in | How to discipline your kids

Lady Renea Woods-Bayor invites you to tea

Epic Life co-founder finds passion, community in the outdoors

Immigrant family provides its own social net

Colleges fight hunger, fill basic needs to keep students in school

‘An experiment in community:’ University Park residents are designing and building a new park

Ohioans retreat into safe groups, crave post-election unity

Ellet’s Gardenias & Grace sells local goods by artists of all ages

Akron chefs put food on the table for other restaurant workers

Painter Kariem Farrakhan II: ‘The Black experience isn’t just one experience’

Donovan Harris | A pillar in the Akron community