community – THE DEVIL STRIP

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...

‘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...

Need a lemonade fix? Visit Ellet’s 4 Bros and a Sis

August 17th, 2020

by Laura Lakins There are few things that taste better than an ice cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day. If you, like me, have been searching for your fill, look no further than “4 Bros and a Sis Lemo... Read More...

Vape shops are everywhere. Teen use is rising. And regulations are just starting to catch up.

August 26th, 2019

by Derek Kreider Editor’s note: On Sept. 3, Summit County Public Health issued a news release warning people to stop vaping. “The immediate dangers of vaping are becoming increasingly evident and alarmi... Read More...

Akron organizations named finalists for ArtPlace America’s National Creative Placemaking fund

July 27th, 2017

By Sierra Allen LeBron James isn’t the only Akronite that’s putting Akron on the map. Out of 987 applications, two Akron organizations are named finalists for ArtPlace America’s 2017 National Creative ... Read More...

Heroin is Killing our Kids, Silence is Killing Our Communities

July 26th, 2017

How Jake’s Reach is Helping Start a Dialogue about the Heroin Epidemic Words by Noor Hindi After his grandson Jake passed away from a heroin overdose, Frank Marr made it his goal to save at least one li... Read More...

Summit County History Organizations Commemorate Centennial of America’s Entry into World War I

March 27th, 2017

In the East Ohio Gas Company Yard, North Street and Howard Street, 1917. The first in a series of local events commemorating Summit County’s contributions in America’s entry into World War I will be held Mo... Read More...

Hattie’s Food Hub Is About to Get Fresh

April 18th, 2016

Non-profit brings locally sourced produce to Lane-Wooster food desert words and photo by Patrick J. Worden The northern reaches of Akron’s Lane-Wooster neighborhood are about to go from being a food desert to... Read More...

Urban Explorer: Goodyear Heights

March 17th, 2016

words and photos by Kristina Aiad-Toss Reminiscent of the industrial Akron of the 1920s, Goodyear Heights is filled with decaying abandoned factories, vacant storefronts, and old houses. Gritty and rough aroun... Read More...

Feelin’ the ‘Big Love’

March 10th, 2016

Diverse, family-friendly lineup celebrates collaboration with music, food, yoga and more Be sure to join the community celebration on Saturday, March 12 from 11:00am-10:00pm. An after-party will also be held a... Read More...

Rubber City Theatre centers and celebrates LGBTQ+ experiences

Collage artist Adrienne Slane uses century-old paper to tell contemporary stories

Local tattoo artist turns to murals and motivational speaking

Sheena Mason’s business is more than a dance studio

Akron loses Elender Meinecke, a great teacher and a super lady

A week after Akron limited private gatherings, 15 complaints but no fines

Love letters from the 1930s reveal a uniquely Akron romance | Chapter 5

Crafted Meadery offers contemporary brews, home delivery

In the Crowd | Catching The Admirables of Akron live at Beachland Ballroom

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

Estate planning: 5 reasons why you should get started on it today

The doctor is in: Milk alternatives

Oh, poop! Potty training in a pandemic

Tips to help your child with ASD have a happy holiday season