Featured Stories
Choo Choo: Experience Living History with the Nickel Plate Road No. 765
Experience the historic Nickel Plate Road No. 765 during Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad’s Steam in the Valley June 5–7 and June 12–14.
Jun 3, 2026
Fresh Purpose: Justine Gallo Makes Fashion Circular
Discover how Justine Gallo transforms vintage pieces, blankets and thrifted fabrics into one-of-a-kind sustainable fashion.
Jun 3, 2026
Let's Rejoice: Celebrate Freedom and Culture at the Downtown Akron Juneteenth Kick-Off Celebration
Celebrate freedom, resilience and Black culture at the Downtown Akron Juneteenth Kick-Off Celebration.
Jun 3, 2026
Tailored Look: Inside Caroline Hill’s ‘Cloaked’ Collection
Meet Caroline Hill, the Kent State fashion grad whose award-winning senior collection, "Cloaked," flips traditional menswear and bespoke suiting on its head.
Jun 3, 2026
The Dublin Irish Festival: Three Days of Music, Dance, Culture and Serious Craic
Discover why the Dublin Irish Festival is one of summer’s must-attend events — three unforgettable days of live music, Irish dance, culture, food, whiskey, shopping and nonstop craic, just a short drive from Akron.
May 29, 2026
Modeling Change: Historic Akron NAACP Fashion Show
A vintage photograph by Akron photographer Opie Evans captures an NAACP fashion show from the 1960s, highlighting Black fashion, culture and the Akron NAACP’s ongoing legacy of civil rights, equity and community advocacy.
May 28, 2026
My Summer Style: Dina Younis
Akron thrifting expert Dina Younis reveals her favorite thrifted summer finds and styling tips.
May 28, 2026
Future Tense: How Kent State Shaped Devo’s Vision and Sound
Akron’s Devo, famed for “Whip It,” emerged after the Kent State shootings, shaping its concept of de-evolution through art and music.
May 28, 2026
Rhythm on the River: Summer Concerts & Family Fun at Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Rock out in nature this summer! Join the Conservancy for CVNP's Rhythm on the River concert series featuring live soul, jazz, food trucks and more.
May 28, 2026
New Frontiers: How Dr. Anthony Visioni Is Changing Cancer Care
Dr. Anthony Visioni is advancing cancer care in Akron with innovative surgical oncology treatments, including minimally invasive aerosol chemotherapy designed to improve outcomes and preserve quality of life.
May 27, 2026










