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- [31-05-2012] GOJO sues competitor for false statements
GOJO Industries has sued a competitor, alleging the company is making false and misleading representations about the Akron-based company’s Purell hand sanitizer.In a suit filed last week in Summit County Common Pleas Court, GOJO... - [28-05-2012] Visitor centers may have worn out welcome
LAVONIA - Atlanta-bound traffic whizzed by at 80 miles per hour along the interstate last week, but inside the Georgia visitor information center near the South Carolina line, it was calm, quiet, Southern and slow.... - [28-05-2012] Visitor centers may have worn out welcome
LAVONIA - Atlanta-bound traffic whizzed by at 80 miles per hour along the interstate last week, but inside the Georgia visitor information center near the South Carolina line, it was calm, quiet, Southern and slow.... - [28-05-2012] Visitor centers may have worn out welcome
LAVONIA - Atlanta-bound traffic whizzed by at 80 miles per hour along the interstate last week, but inside the Georgia visitor information center near the South Carolina line, it was calm, quiet, Southern and slow.... - [28-05-2012] The Scene — May 28
This WeekSuper Wash Car Washes FoodRaiser — Throughout May, select Super Wash car washes will hold a FoodRaiser to raise money for local food pantries. Super Wash will donate $1 of every “Super Wash” and $1.50 of every... - [26-05-2012] ‘Rap-N-Granny’ spreads Gospel message over musical beats
Loretta Brown, like many grandmothers, has a lot of good advice.And she has an unusual way of sharing it: dropping rhymes to the beat of music.“Check this out! Check this out! Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Everything must be done... - [24-05-2012] Mormon softball team banned from Mercer County Christian league
Members of one church were told they weren't allowed to participate in a Mercer County softball league because of their beliefs. Players from Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints church in Slippery Rock said they were told they couldn't... - [23-05-2012] Phyllis Cottle is again fighting for her life
The phone rang. Dolores Juriga, a friend of Phyllis Cottle was on the other end. The news was not good. Jaw dropping.“Phyllis has been diagnosed with Stage IV cancer.”“But she’s in good spirits,” Juriga said... - [21-05-2012] Institute seeking donations for refugees
Here’s a list of items the International Institute of Akron is seeking to meet the needs of an influx of refugees this month. Worn or used items are welcome. Items may be dropped off at the institute, 207 E. Tallmadge Ave.,... - [20-05-2012] Free dinners welcome bikers to Tolleson
Wednesday, hundreds of motorcyclists on their way to Washington D.C. in honor of military veterans stopped in Tolleson for an overnight rest and a bite to eat.... - [20-05-2012] Peninsula is getting new Trail Mix store
The Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park is turning an old railroad car into a new shopping venue in Peninsula.The rail car, on loan from the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, will be parked on a rail spur north of state Route 303.... - [15-05-2012] Robinson Twp. residents voice concern as guide rails, road wash away
The ground that anchors several guide rails along a Robinson Township creek is being washed away, causing concern for commuters and residents. A creek that runs along Campbell's Run Road is corroding along with the road and ground that... - [14-05-2012] Fire victim grateful for community support
Kelly Coppinger has been on a nonstop emotional roller coaster since the Kenmore home she shared with her husband and four children went up in flames the night of April 30. They lost everything.“I’ve been going crazy and trying... - [12-05-2012] Interactive religious play coming to Akron
Late Night Catechism, an interactive religious comedy, will be presented at 7:30 p.m. May 26 at Our Lady of the Elms Theater, 1375 W. Exchange St., Akron.The play, in its 14th year, is one of the longest-running shows in Chicago. The... - [10-05-2012] Local businesses, nationwide chains offer gluten-free options
Hot out of the oven, Domino’s this week launched the sale of a gluten-free pizza crust. According to one study, an estimated 18 million Americans have sensitivity to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Links: Eat'n... - [10-05-2012] Local new briefs - May 10
AKRONUmbrella fightAKRON: An Akron man was stabbed during an argument about an umbrella, police said.James R. Dennis, 52, was treated at Summa Akron City Hospital for several lacerations. His injuries were not considered... - [09-05-2012] Wanted: Physicians with musical talents
It’s that time of year again for area physicians who have musical talents to enter the not-to-be-missed United Way of Summit County’s annual Docs Who Rock physician talent show set for 7 p.m. Oct. 20, at the University of... - [08-05-2012] Innes Middle school musicians given new instruments
Music students at Innes Middle School played the last number of a special concert Monday on new instruments — a surprise donation worth more than $21,000.Innes orchestra teacher Sammy Al-Doorey won a grant from the Mr.... - [07-05-2012] The Scene — May 7
This WeekSuper Wash Car Washes FoodRaiser — Select Super Wash car washes will hold FoodRaisers to raise money for local food pantries throughout May. Super Wash will donate $1 of every “super wash” and $1.50 of every... - [05-05-2012] Local Mormons committed to their faith
Trevar Dahl spends an hour before school each morning studying the Bible with seven other teens.“It’s the best way to start the day, and it helps us with a pretty good knowledge of scripture,” said Trevar, a 16-year-old... - [05-05-2012] Interfaith group taking steps to feed the hungry
The Akron Area Interfaith Council is hosting its annual Walk To Stop Hunger at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron, 3300 Morewood Road, Fairlawn.Registration with refreshments and music begins at 2 p.m. and the... - [03-05-2012] Hartville residents debate merits of single hauler for village’s trash
HARTVILLE: A plan to have a single hauler collect all residential garbage in the village has received mixed reviews from citizens.At a public hearing this week, some residents expressed support for the proposal’s goal of reducing costs...
