Buzzard Day fans happy with return to old elementary school
By Chris Studor What was old was new as the Vulture Culture returned to the former Hinckley Elementary School for the 67th Annual Buzzard Day celebration March 24. This year’s celebration packed all Buzzard Day activities into one building, including the pancake breakfast, merchants’ and crafters’ hall, carnival games, as well as a live […]
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Hinckley Women’s Club hosts a hoppin’ good time
Hinckley’s youngest residents were treated to a morning of ‘eggstra’ special treats May 30 as the Hinckley Women’s Club hosted its annual egg hunt at the Hinckley Preparatory Academy. There, children were able to visit with the Easter bunny, particpate in crafts and activities and, of course, hunt for Easter eggs according to age group. […]
Trustees Corner by Trustees Monique Ascherl, Cyntia Engleman & Jack Swedyk
We are keeping our fingers crossed that all of our April showers will bring beautiful May flowers. Speaking of flowers, did you know that Hinckley Township hosts a community garden? If you are interested in obtaining one of the 14 raised garden plots behind the township’s fire station, visit the “Community” section on our website, […]
ODOT unveils discussion plans for I-271/I-71 interchange
by Melissa Martin April 2 township trustees meeting The Hinckley Township Board of Trustees recapped the most recent information available on the Interstate 271/71 interchange feasibility study, urging township residents to weigh in on several solutions being proposed by the state. Late last year, officials from Ohio Department of Transportation District 3 secured funding to […]
Trustees explore possibility of adding three full-time firefighters/medics
April 16 township trustees meeting Hinckley Township Trustees have indicated they soon will begin discussing the hiring of three full-time firefighter-paramedics later this year in an effort to improve safety for both township residents and visitors. Fire Chief Jestin Grossenbaugh said the move has been a goal for his department since voters approved the new […]
Kelly, Marquis named Highland Pride Award recipients
The Highland Local School District has announced that Bob Kelly and Suzy Marquis have been selected as the recipients of the 2024 Highland Pride Awards. They will be recognized at the Highland Board of Education meeting on Monday, May 20, at 6 p.m., in the Highland High School Media Center. A reception will follow immediately after the […]
Medina County Community Foundation established
Over the past year, Akron Community Foundation and Medina County community leaders have been working together as the Medina community has rallied to create the Medina County Community Foundation. Akron Community Foundation will be transferring the $1.1 million fund balance of its Medina County Community Fund to the newly formed foundation. When the Medina County […]
Swap gas lawnmowers for gift cards
Akron Regional Air Quality Management District, a service of Summit County Public Health, announced additional items eligible for rebates as part of the lawn mower exchange program MowGREENER. The ARAQMD said fossil fuel-burning lawn maintenance equipment produces a significant amount of air pollution. According to the California Air Resources Board, using a gasoline lawnmower for […]
Hinckley’s Citizen of the Year leads a life of service
by Chris Studor Looking back over the 46 years Dave Manley has lived in Hinckley, it’s hard to find a community organization he hasn’t participated in by striving to make the community of Hinckley a better place for its’ residents. For his efforts, Manley has been named the 2024 Hinckley Citizen of the Year and […]
Highland football players tackle Hinckley Hills cleanup
by Chris Studor Homeowners know all too well that spring yard clean up can be a major chore, having to pick up a winter’s worth of branches, sticks and leaves. Now imagine what it’s like having to perform spring cleanup on all 150 acres of Hinckley Hills Golf Course. Though the task might seem […]
River access at Valley View to blossom with native plants
As construction continues to create public access to the Cuyahoga River at the Valley View Area of Cascade Valley Metro Park, another transformation is taking place simultaneously. With grant support from Akron Garden Club, a new public space alongside the Cuyahoga River will soon blossom with nearly 6,000 native plants. AGC members, park staff and […]
Open auditions for ‘The Christmas Experience, Hope is Alive’, June 17
The ABBA Dance Christmas experience is holding auditions for its December performance of “The Christmas Experience; Hope is Alive.” Auditions will take place on June 17at the ABBA Dance Studio, 1586 Center Rd., in Hinckley (the former Hinckley Elementary School). The audition process is simple. There is a short dance assessment for each age group […]
‘Life on Lake Erie’ photo contest is open
The Ohio Lake Erie Commission is seeking submissions for its 32nd annual “Life on Lake Erie” photo contest, which invites amateur photographers to submit their favorite photos of Lake Erie and surrounding landscapes. The contest is open to amateur photographers who are at least 18 years old and who submit original photos of Ohio’s Lake […]
ACCESS Women’s Homeless Shelter Annual Fundraiser
ACCESS Women’s Homeless Shelter annual fundraiser, “The State of the Shelter Breakfast,” will be held Tuesday, May 14, from 8-9 a.m. at Quaker Station Banquet Hall, 135 South Broadway St. in Akron. Guests will get a peek at what occurred over the past year and hear the powerful story of the winner of the prestigious […]
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Family Trust Planning – Doing it Right
by Dan A. Baron, Baron Law LLC It’s a common misconception that a simple will passes on your legacy efficiently. A simple will does not avoid probate and does not offer asset protection. Therefore, there are several reasons for considering a family trust. The majority of clients we meet with initially believe that you have […]
Upcoming Home and Garden Events
Crown Point Ecology Center Spring Plant Sale: May 11-12 and 18, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Free admission. Crown Point Ecology Center, 3220 Ira Rd., Akron. Visit crownpointecology.org. Emerald Necklace Garden Club Plant Sale and Garden Faire: May 11, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Brecksville United Methodist Church, 65 Public Square, Brecksville. Citizens of Hale […]
Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market opens May 4, kicks off seasonal events
by Judy Stringer and Laura Bednar The outdoor Cuyahoga Valley Farmers Market, formerly know as the Countryside Farmers Market, returns Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m.- noon. The weekly market is held at Howe Meadow, 4040 Riverview Rd. in Peninsula. Maryann Lipaj, marketing coordinator for the market, said roughly 75 vendors have signed on to […]
Fourth-graders get free Western Reserve Historical Society access
Western Reserve Historical Society announced a new promotion for fourth- grade students in partnership with America 250-Ohio, the official state commission responsible for spearheading Ohio’s celebrations around America’s semiquincentennial in 2026. The 4th Grade History Pass is specifically designed for fourth-grade students across the state. Every fourth-grade student in Ohio will have the opportunity to […]
Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society
The Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, May 6, at 7 p.m. Members and interested public are invited to attend in the Willow Room of the Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Blvd. in Independence. Eva Szabo will talk about the waves of Hungarian immigration, the resulting settlements in Cleveland and […]
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A New Air Conditioner Can Save You Money
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating If you are considering replacing your air conditioner this year, you might be surprised at the features new A/C systems can provide. A new air conditioning system will offer lower electricity bills compared to units built just 10 years ago. When comparing efficiency between systems, look for the manufacturer’s […]
Hinckley resident joins CVNP visually impaired focus group
by Chris Studor The scent of flowers in the air, the sound of spring peepers and the feeling of the year’s first warm rays of sun can all be experienced by walking one of the many miles of trails in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. For those with visual impairment, the use of the park’s audio […]
ARPA money to fund wastewater project in Hinckley
by Emily Canning-Dean Headworks improvements at Hinckley’s wastewater treatment plant are expected to begin in May after Medina County has agreed to fund the project using a combination of American Resue Plan Act funds and a loan from the Ohio Water Development Authority. In late January, the OWDA announced it had awarded Medina County with […]
Take part in the annual egg hunt on March 30
Come and visit with the Easter Bunny, take part in a candy-counting contest, raffles and more at the Hinckley Women’s Club 43rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 11 a.m., on Saturday, March 30. This year’s hunt will be held inside the Hinckley Preparatory Academy, 1586 Center Rd. Guests are asked to enter through the gym […]
Trustees Corner by Trustees Monique Ascherl, Cyntia Engleman & Jack Swedyk
This year, your township trustees are working together with a focus on community activities both beneficial and fun. As Memorial Day approaches, we wish to memorialize those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. In addition to the parade leading up to the wreath-laying service at Veteran’s Park, we are seeking Gold Star families […]
High-speed internet services are on the horizon for Hinckley residents, businesses
by Melissa Martin March 5 township trustees meeting Hinckley Township residents and businesses could soon have access to high-speed fiber internet services as construction of the Medina County Fiber Network is now proceeding north. Dave Corrado, CEO of Medina County Fiber Network, addressed trustees during the March 5 meeting asking for the township’s support in […]
Highland wrestler wins state title as freshman
by Dan Holland For Hinckley resident and Highland High School freshman Brandon Bickerton, becoming a D-I high school state wrestling champion all came down to a matter of seconds. During the championship match, held March 10 at Ohio State University’s Schottenstein Center, Bickerton, who wrestles in the 106-pound weight class, was trailing by one point […]
Plant of the Month: Begonias
Submitted by Bath Gamma Garden Club While doing an annual January purge cleaning, Bath Gamma Garden Club member Pam Reitz found an old book on begonias published in 1967 and rediscovered the excitement about begonias. What is so exciting? The types, textures and colors of leaf patterns. Flowers come in all colors except blue. They […]
Hinckley Women’s Club
The Hinckley Women’s Club will meet at Hinckley Town Hall on Thursday, April 18, at 7 p.m. Please join us and hear from this year’s scholarship winners. Our eight online auction items are available for bidding through Saturday, April 6. Details can be found at https://givebutter.com/C/HWC-Auction. If you are interested in becoming a member, contact Lynne Rotundo […]
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5 Things People with Autism Want You to Know
April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time when we reach out to ask for more understanding, acceptance and help in finding ways to include people with autism into our daily community lives. So, what do people with autism really want you to understand? 1. We are all individuals. Autism affects everyone in different ways; if […]