Holiday fireworks show lights up the downtown sky on Dec. 3
The City of Hudson and Hudson Community Foundation have partnered to host a special holiday season fireworks display in downtown Hudson on the evening of Saturday, Dec. 3. “We see this as an opportunity to bring our community together for a family-oriented downtown event at a time of year when the green is festively lit […]
Case-Barlow Farm to host winter wonderland throughout December
Case-Barlow Farm hosts a month-long celebration of the holidays, including a barn tour of more than 50 decorated holiday trees, the perfect setting for family photos. The multi-week event will also feature adult and children’s teas and Santa visits. All proceeds will benefit Case-Barlow Farm for restoration and preservation of this Hudson landmark. A complete […]
Hudson incumbents keep state seats; Anzevino gets strong backing
by Judy Stringer Fifty-three percent of the registered voters in Summit County cast ballots in the Nov. 8 General Election, which saw four Hudson residents face off for state offices. Patricia Goetz (D-Hudson) lost her bid for Kristina Roegner’s (R-Hudson) 27th District Ohio Senate seat. Roegner finished with 72,487 (51.1%) votes for that post, according […]
Pickleball craze hits Hudson
by Judy Stringer Longtime resident and tennis enthusiast Hugo Sandberg has been advocating for a community tennis center in Hudson for more than a decade. Sandberg said he finally began making inroads – gaining critical support from the Hudson Park Board – roughly four years ago, about the same time he started playing pickleball. “In […]
City Manager’s Desk
by Thomas Sheridan 2022 was a very busy year, as the city completed a number of major initiatives and started new projects. With the easing of the pandemic and new businesses opening in Hudson, we anticipate ending the year on a strong financial note, with income tax revenue projected to be up 10%. The city […]
Chocolate Walk Passports on sale
Passports sales for the popular annual Chocolate Walk go on sale Dec. 1. The event takes place Saturday, Jan. 21. Each passport gives a participant a chocolate collection bag and a map to Hudson locations where they will get something chocolate-y, plus a coupon for a future visit. Guests who complete the passport are entered […]
Community choruses celebrate traditions old and new at Dec. 4 concert
Hudson Community Choruses, comprised of children, youth and adult groups, will sing in the season on Sunday, Dec. 4, at 4 p.m., at Christ Church Episcopal, 21 Aurora St. In the annual holiday concert, all three choruses will sing classical works from Ralph Vaughan Williams, Benjamin Britten and Felix Mendelssohn and contemporary pieces from Pinkzebra […]
First Congregational brings back live nativity, invites community to see new history wall
First Congregational Church of Hudson’s live nativity, a Hudson tradition for nearly 20 years, will be held Sunday, Dec. 4, from noon to 4 p.m., on the front lawn of the church at 47 Aurora St. The event is held in conjunction with the city’s annual Holiday Walk. “Seeing children and adults wearing elaborate costumes while […]
Hudson Community Foundation recognizes local philanthropists
In honor of National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 15, Hudson Community Foundation saluted two local couples – Benjamin and Lindsay Baran and Sean and Nancy Ward – for their charitable work, the foundation said in a press release. “A vibrant community like Hudson thrives on the generosity of so many people who give their time, […]
Stir Studio Kitchen offers cooking classes with a side of entertainment
by Michele Collins When Charlie Denk, the owner of Stir Studio Kitchens in Ohio City and Chagrin Falls, decided to open his third location, Hudson was the first place that came to mind. He said that his business has found success by putting its unique cooking class studios in locations with vibrant downtown areas where residents support entrepreneurial […]
Talk of the Town
December is here, and what a year it has been. I hope your 2022 has been memorable. May you have a wonderful Christmas and New Year. Congrats to the 2022 class of Take a Second Make a Difference awardees. The annual award, presented by Hudson Community First, is bestowed on Hudsonites who make a difference […]
HHS grads take ‘Loud is Good’ to Big 10 colleges
by Patty Reiman Six Hudson High School graduates and former members of the Hudson Swing Marching Band are currently playing in six different Big 10 marching bands. According to retired HHS band director Bev O’Connor this may be a first. “We have had kids march in college bands before. What is unusual is the number […]
Hudson field hockey team finds success through consistency, culture
by Martin McConnell The Hudson High School field hockey team holds itself to high standards, and the team’s fall 2022 season was no different. Its 13-4-1 record, including a 10-1-1 in the conference, placed the Explorers third among high school field hockey teams in Northeast Ohio. Under the direction of head coach Louise Knox for […]
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Library Friends host second annual Holiday Extravaganza
The Friends of the Hudson Library will host its Second Annual Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, Nov., 26, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Located in the Flood Room in the library, the sale will feature gift ideas for every age, including books on art, cooking, crafts, holidays, gardening, sports and history. The selection of children’s books […]
Leasing guidelines, budget bills get the go-ahead
by Judy Stringer Nov. 15 city council meeting Hudson City Council passed, with a 4-2 vote, legislation that creates a new set of guidelines for leasing city-owned property. Council members Kate Schlademan and Nicole Kowalski voted against the measure. Chris Banweg was not present. A vote on the leasing legislation had been postponed at two […]
Council punts again on leasing guidelines, passes transparency ordinance
Nov. 1 city council meeting Hudson City Council voted, once again in a split decision, to defer legislation that would create a new set of guidelines for leasing city-owned property. Council first postponed a vote on the leasing guidelines during its Oct. 18 meeting, after council member Kate Schlademan requested more time to review and […]
HHS grads endeavor to leave legacy of love, hope in poignant podcast
by Judy Stringer If one were to assign roles from the 1968 film “The Love Bug” to Hudson High School graduates Jerry Dorneker and Chris Mikolay – who recently went on their own Volkswagen Beetle-fueled adventure – the temptation would be to cast Dorneker in the role of race car driver “Jim Douglas” and make […]
Seasons caroling tradition returns on Nov. 25
The Hudson tradition of Caroling on the Green will be held on Friday, Nov. 25, at 5 p.m., at the Gazebo on the Green. Everyone is invited. Hudson League for Service members will be passing out song books. Caroling will take place regardless of the weather. Those interested in caroling their way to the Gazebo […]
Get into the holiday spirit with local events
Hudson is the place to be if you are looking for some holiday spirit. Several new events have been added to the festivities this year in addition to the annual favorites. Details of many of these events can be found at hudson.oh.us/events. Craft and Vendor Fair Redeemer Church, 190 West Streetsboro St., will hold its […]
Hudsonites spar for Ohio seats in the Nov. 8 election; mayor uncontested
by Judy Stringer Four Hudson residents face off for state offices on the Nov. 8 General Election ballot, which also incudes a race for the governorship and a slew of federal, state, judicial and county seats. Patricia Goetz (D-Hudson) is challenging Kristina Roegner (R-Hudson) for her 27th District Ohio Senate seat. Meanwhile, Beth Bigham (R-Hudson), […]
Local League of Women Voters reminds residents to vote complete ballot
League of Women Voters of Hudson issued a press release asking voters to not ignore court races on the Nov. 8 ballot. Ohio’s next Supreme Court, it said, will be deciding on cases from redistricting to reproductive rights to energy. Chief Justice Maureen O’Conner is stepping down due to age restrictions, and there are two […]
The Superintendent’s Corner
I’m not afraid to share with people that I have worked in a noble, wonderful profession. Education has produced a love of kids, of people, of situations where – together – people can thrive, overcome, recover from failure, plan for the future, or simply love the associations of people who are with them. At the same […]
Hudson Conservatory of Ballet presents ‘The Nutcracker’
To celebrate the start of the holiday season, Hudson Conservatory of Ballet will present two performances of “The Nutcracker” at Cuyahoga Falls High School on Saturday Nov. 26, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 27, at 2 p.m. Currently in its 9th season, Hudson Conservatory of Ballet has made its traditional version of the classic holiday ballet […]
Hudson Community First names new co-direct with years of local service
by Patty Reiman Hudson Community First recently welcomed Jennifer Fisher to one of two co-director positions. She joins Laura Jones in sharing leadership responsibilities for the organization that promotes positive youth development in all Hudson schools, including Western Reserve Academy, Hudson Montessori and Seton Catholic, as well as the Hudson City School District. Fisher fills […]
Summit DD moves to Cuyahoga Falls and Barberton
by Martin McConnell Summit DD, a local government board that specializes in aiding those with developmental disabilities, has moved its administrative offices out of the former Tallmadge headquarters. The board now resides in two sister buildings across Summit County with offices in Cuyahoga Falls and Barberton. Summit DD was known as Weaver School and Workshop […]
Talk of the Town
The leaves are falling, and the air is crisper. Fall is here. We are all bundling up and getting ready for Thanksgiving. I hope that you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Here is some good news! The Hudson Landsberg Sister City organization hosted a group from Landsberg, Germany. This nonprofit works to strengthen […]