New development progresses in Akron
By Sabrina Escalante Akron Hometowner The Akron community is embracing the upcoming development on the east side of town. Following the city council's approval, the construction of ne…
History Day students present national bound entries
By Dodie Hook Akron Hometowner The four Akron-Westfield projects headed to National Day History Day in Washington, DC, along with a state special award recipient, presented their pro…
Election day workers
A Primary Election was held June 4 in several states including Iowa and South Dakota voting for state and county officials. Polls opened at 7 a.m. in both states with a low turn-out ex…
Business Spotlight of the Week
Akron Gold & Silver By: Sabrina Escalante Akron Hometowner Angela and Roger Price, the dynamic duo behind Akron Gold & Silver, 120 Reed St., have not only established a thriving busi…
Akron has own dinosaur for National Dinosaur Day
By: Sabrina Escalante Akron Hometowner On the first day of June, National Dinosaur Day is celebrated to honor the fascinating creatures that once roamed our planet. Dinosaurs, includin…
Sustainability in historic preservation
Akron Opera House windows being restored By: Sabrina Escalante Akron Hometowner The Akron Opera House (AOH), a cherished historical landmark known for its architectural significance, …
City council moves forward with projects
By Jaime Copley Contributing writer Proposed city improvements and projects are moving forward, following the May 21 regular Akron City Council Meeting. Present: Dan Rolfes, Ryan Bergm…
Akron's Memorial Day Program
By: Sabrina Escalante Akron Hometowner In 1968, the United States Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, a significant piece of legislation that officially established Memoria…
Discover What's New: The Spot and Rise Fitness
By: Sabrina Escalante Akron Hometowner Jennifer Hart and Stephanie Cacioppo, the passionate owners and visionary founders of The Spot and Rise Fitness, embarked on their entrepreneuri…
All-School Reunion planning continues
The All-School Reunion committee met Wed., May 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Security National Bank meeting room. Those in attendance: Diana Kenny, Deb McPherson, Carol Brown, Sharon Frerich…
Collegians
Southeast Technical College President's List Riley Blake of Akron, Veterinary Technician, has been named to the Southeast Technical College President's List for the Spring 2024 semeste…
New Horizons welcomes all to annual program
“Fjords, Fire, Ice!” New Horizons United Church of Christ welcomes men and women to its annual Akron Area Program June 12, at 1:30 p.m. James and Lynette Kiger of Akron will present i…
Legion donates to Summer Rec Program
Albert E. Hoschler Post No. 186 of The American Legion donated $500 to the Summer Rec Program to be used for the youth programs. Legion member Garry Jacobson presents the check to Akro…
Northern lights grace Akron with colorful display
The Akron area was lucky May 10 to witness a colorful display of the northern lights. The lights also made an appearance the following night, but not quite as spectacular. The northern…
Time to donate flags for Avenue of Flags
Albert E. Hoschler Post 186 of the American Legion is preparing for its annual Memorial Day services and Avenue of Flags in Akron May 27. If anyone has a flag of a deceased veteran the…
All Class Reunion Correction
Saturday evening, June 28, 2025, there will be a dinner catered by Central Catering at two times, tentatively set for 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. There will be entertainment …