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Talia Hodge
Nature’s Bounty
The University of Akron helps businesses and others think big with biologically inspired solutions. Read more
Talia Hodge
Screen Time
The 330's universities are forming esports teams to join the popular trend. Read more
Austin Mariasy
Inspector Oldfield and the Black Hand Society
Long before Don Corleone and Tony Soprano became pop-culture icons of organized crime in America, the Black Hand Society terrorized fellow Sicilian immigrants in the Western Reserve of the early 20th century. Read more
Logan Lutton
Beekeeper Emily Mueller
You may know Emily Mueller from local headlines as the “bee whisperer” for rescuing honey beehives in public spaces like Summa Health System’s main hospital and for a maternity photo shoot where she had bees swarm on her pregnant belly. Read more
Green Pieces
The Akron Zoo has ramped up its conservation efforts over the past decade. Here are some milestones. Read more
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Long May They Roam
We enjoy viewing the wildlife at the Akron Zoo. But few realize the local and global conservation efforts the zoo carries out daily to go green and help save animals on the verge of extinction. Read more
Tylar Sutton
Wonder Women of The 330
Whether it’s setting the Global standard for wound care or breaking gender and racial barriers on city council, these pioneers are paving the way for a better tomorrow. Read more
Kaitlyn Freiling
Goodyear Tire Builder Dan Brewer
A fourth-generation Goodyear employee, Brewer’s father, grandmother and great-grandfather all had long careers with the local icon. Read more
Sports Snapshot of The 330
A quick look at some of the more memorable moments in The 330's sports history. Read 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. Read more
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A new book by veteran political junkie Jerry Austin emphasizes the humanity of our elected officials.
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Showcase of Chefs
The event was held on behalf of the Halle Schmidt Scholarship Fund to benefit the students of Copley High School.
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