Family Promise adds housing to help Summit County families find long-term stability
Nonprofit’s new apartments in Cuyahoga Falls, West Akron to help unhoused families with children. The organization keeps families together and accepts households of all types, from single parents to multigenerational families.
Holiday events in Akron and local resources
Here’s the schedule for the citywide Kwanzaa celebration in Akron
Local organizations honor African American heritage through the seven principles of the Nguzo Saba.
Akron’s Winterblast season kicks off Nov. 28. Here’s the schedule of downtown events
Enjoy ice skating, ice bumper cars and the annual Santa parade at Lock 3.
Shop local with our Akron-area holiday gift guide
Here are more than 30 suggestions to help you find that perfect holiday gift for the special person on your list.
Inside Akron’s 24 neighborhoods
Highland Square packs nightlife, popular events into a single square mile
Central Akron neighborhood is also home to more than 7,600 residents.
Firestone Park, Akron’s historic and walkable gem, still shines
Nestled just south of downtown, this neighborhood blends rubber roots, community pride and small-town charm.
Merriman Valley serves as ‘gateway’ to nearby Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Hugging Akron’s northern border, this neighborhood simply known as the ‘The Valley’ blends commerce, community and natural resources.
Signal Akron in the community
