Educate the Congo seeking donations for schools
Father Joseph Kracker, a priest from St. Vincent Parish in Akron, has been God’s instrument to help restore hope in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. From that first day...
Veterans’ benefits changes help vets and spouses
Recent changes in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits mean more veterans and surviving spouses qualify for help, but they may not know it. In August of this year,...
Akron man laments wetlands destruction
The clear-cutting and building on muck soil and encroachment on wetlands for rental housing and small businesses on White Pond [Drive] in Akron is, I believe, harmful on many levels....
Far-out visuals best part of ‘Strange World’
GREATER AKRON — Disney’s last animated feature, “Encanto,” was a monster hit. The studio’s latest — “Strange World” — has monsters. “Encanto” rode to success on the strength of its songs. “Strange World” is tune free but is carried by its imaginative visuals. The movie takes place in some undetermined...
CVNP marshlands revisited
Beaver Marsh in Cuyahoga Valley National Park teems with life. Discover what November has to offer with a trip to the marsh this month. Outdoor exhibits will help you explore the marsh’s stories and wildlife. Start your visit at Ira Trailhead. An exhibit there introduces the inspiring story of transformation...
‘Black Panther’ sequel lacks original thrills
Actor Chadwick Boseman was a singular talent and the praise he received playing T’challa in the 2018 film “Black Panther” was well deserved. With his death in 2020, it’s not surprising, but still a little disappointing, that the Marvel sequel “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” fails to thrill like its predecessor....
‘Mother Goose’ at Civic
DOWNTOWN AKRON — The Magical Theater Company will present Mother Goose Nov. 13 at 2:30 p.m. at the Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St. This 30-minute interactive performance will focus on classic rhymes and songs from Mother Goose. Event goers can meet “Mother Goose” after the show. Tickets are...