The Face of Empowerment
Dr. Sadie M. Winlock, Akron Urban League president and CEO, believes that returning to its roots can help the organization grow, build stronger community, long-lasting business relationships and transform lives.
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Sports Snapshot of The 330
A quick look at some of the more memorable moments in The 330's sports history. more
Sports History of The 330 — A Primer
Scores of professional athletes have faced off in The 330, from boxers throwing punches in the iconic Akron Armory to Olympic weightlifters getting their start in a community gym. more
Maximum Fun Summer Camps
Summer camp has come a long way since we were kids. Instead of canoeing and weaving lanyards, today’s kids are building Lego robots, dusting mock crime scenes for fingerprints and meeting professional baseball players more
Shorty Fulton: Rubber City Trailblazer
On an 8-by-10 photo, Bain E. “Shorty” Fulton drew the Rubber City’s future in white grease pen. He sketched the letters “A-K-R-O-N” on the hill where the Rubber Bowl would be built. more
Summer Camps to Consider 2018
Pack in maximum summer fun — and learning — by taking the kids to camp. more
photo by Tylar Sutton
The Face of Financial Stability
First established in 1935, New Horizon has served as a community credit union for Summit County since 2013. more
photo by Tylar Sutton
The Face of The Fight Against Addiction
The opiate epidemic that has devastated families everywhere is something that keeps Jerry Craig, executive director of the County of Summit ADM Board, up at night. more
photo by Tylar Sutton
The Face of Akron’s Community College
Dr. Para Jones’ passion for Stark State College’s mission begins with her belief that students of all ages and all backgrounds benefit from affordable, quality education that leads to rewarding careers. more
photo by Tylar Sutton
The Face of Aerospace
Thomarios’ Specialty Group restores aircraft and spacecraft for museum display, including the Saturn V rocket and its most recent project: Neil Armstrong’s F5D-1 Skylancer. more
photo by Tylar Sutton
The Face of Animal rescue
The Humane Society of Summit County rescues nearly 2,500 dogs, cats and other pets each year who are victims of cruelty, neglect and abandonment. more
Photo by Shane Wynn
Private Schools Star Students 2018
We’re drawing back the curtains and shining a spotlight on the star students who do what they love in The 330. more
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Bringing History to Life at Hale Farm
Hale Farm and Village in Bath brings the Western Reserve of the 19th century to life. more
Protecting Your Altriusm
You’ve opened your heart and your wallet to help those in need. A little homework makes your good go a long way. more
Donate Wisely in Times of Crisis
Despite the benevolence of our intentions, though, making donations in a time of crisis can often lead us to miss the boat in terms of contributing wisely. more
Education through Philanthropy
Students in The 330 are learning the value of giving back by volunteering. more
photo by Jessica Bobik
Restoring History on the Rails
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad's St. Lucie Sound car traveled a winding track to The 330. Built in 1946 by the Budd Company for the Florida East Coast Railroad, the luxury tavern lounge car would have been quite stylish in its day. more
Mikael Kristenson
Foundations of STEM programs
STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields have been on the rise in the past decade, with a number of schools emphasizing their importance to students at younger and younger ages. more
photo by Jessica Bobik
STEM Programs: Learning for the 21st Century
The future is all about STEM. Today’s employers seek out graduates in fields of science, technology, engineering and math to fill cutting-edge jobs. more
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The event was held on behalf of the Halle Schmidt Scholarship Fund to benefit the students of Copley High School.
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Don Baker Jr. — In Loving Memory
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Junkyard Artist Gets "American Pickers" Spotlight
Local artist P.R. Miller stars in March 5’s episode of the History Channel show.
Mar 5, 2018
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