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Supporting conductive education
Rising Star Academy offers students a safe space with a highly trained staff which understand the individual needs of every physically disabled student enrolled. The focus is always on building on students’ abilities and never stifling their hopes and dreams because of a disability. This fall, Rising Star Academy launches its annual...
Read MoreCardinal Credit Union aims to educate area youth on preparing for their financial future
Forging a future in financial success starts at home. Area children and teenagers can now start on their financial journey with help from a familiar football team. The Cardinal Credit Union, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative serving the community through high performance banking products and services, is joining forces with...
Read MoreHorror short film fest haunts Akron
A new horror short film festival to die for has been created by and for Ohio filmmakers, just in time for those looking for a fright during the Halloween season. The first-ever Akron Independent Horror Short Film Festival will screen 20 short films from local filmmakers across two screens at the Akron Civic Theatre on Saturday, September...
Read MoreHelp support brighter futures
Every year, the Deepwood Foundation holds a gala fundraiser to support its mission of empowering individuals with developmental disabilities and enriching the quality of their lives by providing support, advocacy, grants and resources. This year’s event, “Deepwood Foundation Gala: Dream Big – A Celebration of Success” will be held on...
Read MoreMeet the Artist: Christal Keener, Crystal Moon Designs
Local silversmith Christal Keener finds beauty in the beaches of Lake Erie, taking broken glass that’s been transformed by the churning lake waters and the hands of time into smooth, beautiful gems known as beach glass. She incorporates this into stunning, exclusive jewelry that pays homage to picturesque Great Lakes. Christal discovered her...
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