Cleveland Marathon winner looks to defend title for third year
by Maddy Holman Hudsonites might have caught a glimpse of Ashton Swinford in December as she dashed by the competition and snagged first place in the local Frosty 5-Mile race for the third year in a row (and with a 2023-course personal record of 28:53.) But they might not have realized that they were also […]
HMS Science Olympiad thrives from community support
by Emily Canning-Dean Just as they have for the last several years, the Hudson Middle School Science Olympiad team saw success at the Akron regional tournament and joined an elite set of schools that moved on to the April 27 state tournament. “Throughout the season, we attend invitational tournaments throughout Northeast Ohio, then there are […]
Eyes on the skies
Sky watchers crowned the patio at Green Valley Brewing Co. to get a good glimpse of the April 8 eclipse. Photos by J. Stringer Green Valley staff and friends got a reprieve from customer service to watch the moon’s spectacular eclipse of the sun. Brian Benson enjoys the eclipse with his youngsters. Photo (main/above): Beth […]
Memorial Day to deliver parade, bandstand jazz concert
The annual Memorial Day Parade will return on Monday, May 27, starting at 10 a.m. The parade will form on Milford Road, at 9.m. It will proceed east on state Route 303 to state Route 91 heading north to Markillie Cemetery, where there will be a brief service. Organizations must register to march in the […]
Mayors Corner – Mayor Jeffrey L. Anzevino
Hudson May Days Hello, Hudson and happy May Days. The month of May is an exciting time, not just because the weather is warming up and filled with more therapeutic sunshine, but also because the month of May officially kicks off the event season here in Hudson both in and around our downtown area. Please […]
Baby box debate resurfaces after April 9 deadline
by Judy Stringer April 16 city council meeting Just one week after Hudson City Council voted 4-2 (with one abstention) to temporarily table an agreement that would contribute city funds to the purchase and installation of a “baby box” at Akron Children’s Hospital, the issue was front and center again. Placed at designated locations, […]
Rotary readies for annual spring gala
The Rotary Club of Hudson will stage the 38th annual version of its Gala on Friday, May 17, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Twinsburg. Once again, the evening will feature a cocktail reception hour with silent auction, numerous raffles and a gourmet dinner followed by a live auction. This year’s live auction items include […]
Shop bakes up goods to awaken senses
by Michele Collins When entering Awaken Bake Company in Hudson, it is the aroma of bread, scones, cookies and even sometimes pizza baking that welcomes you. The bakery – located at 85 S. Main St. in fthe ormer home of Great Lakes Baking Company – is owned by husband-and-wife team Ari Friedman and Stacy Siddle. They […]
Talk of the Town by Patty Reiman
To many here in the U.S., Ohio and Hudson, the war in Ukraine doesn’t impact our daily lives, and it doesn’t seem that we can do much of anything to help. However, one local resident has dedicated her time to weekly online visits with three Ukrainian women seeking friendship and language enrichment. Ann Perlmutter is […]
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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Tech Neck
by Dr. Andrew T. Brady, Chiropractic Physician The average American adult spends roughly 86 hours per month on their smartphone, according to recent data from comScore, a data analytics company. Phones have become such an addiction that recently someone scrolled through Facebook while I was trying to X-ray them! Spending 86 hours a month on […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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Trends in Social Security Claiming Ages
by Kevin Kroskey, CFP®, MBA As your retirement approaches, understanding Social Security claiming strategies is crucial for maximizing benefits and ensuring financial stability even for financially successful families. If you’re considering retirement, you likely know that you can claim reduced retirement benefits as early as age 62, but the longer you wait to claim (up […]
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Rethinking Household Hazardous Waste with Reworks
by Marcie E. Kress, Executive Director, ReWorks ReWorks’ household hazardous waste collections begin for the 2024 season on Thursday, June 6. Each Thursday, from June 6-Sept. 26 (closed Thursday, July 4), from 2-7 p.m., Summit County residents can bring their household hazardous waste to ReWorks. This season will not only be the 29th year ReWorks […]
Auction set for Saywell House; longtime administrator to retire
by Judy Stringer April 10 school board meeting The 130-year-old Saywell House goes on the auction block May 29, according to Hudson City Schools Operations Director Tom Barone. Putting the district-owned building up for public auction, he explained, is the first step toward its eventual sale. The district wants the house – which sits adjacent […]
Elite recruits steer healthy Pioneers to national title
by Sheldon Ocker Western Reserve Academy has been an educational institution of distinction for decades, but one thing it has not been is an athletic powerhouse. Until now. On March 5, the Pioneers’ boys basketball team won the National Prep Championship Tournament by beating Putnam Science Academy, three-time defending tournament titlist from Connecticut. Most seasons, […]
First Congregational eyes April 7 eclipse event
Get ready for the April 8 total solar eclipse by joining in the far-out fun at an Eclipse Experience on Sunday, April 7, from noon-2 p.m., in the sanctuary and fellowship hall at First Congregational Church of Hudson, 47 Aurora St. All ages are welcome at this free, family-friendly event, which features celestial-themed games, crafts, […]
Earth Day celebration returns downtown April 20: Representatives on hand with information about new Green Home Registry
by Judy Stringer The annual Earth Day event will be held in downtown Hudson this year. The city, in partnership with Hudson’s Environmental Awareness Committee, will host the event on the Gazebo and Clocktower greens, on Saturday, April 20, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Emily Fernandez, community project planner with the city of Hudson, said there […]
The City Manager’s Desk – Thomas Sheridan
April marks the beginning of our special event season. Last year, more than 144 events were held on city properties, and we anticipate as many in 2024. This year marks the 225th anniversary of when David Hudson founded our community. We plan to honor this anniversary with activities this summer, so sign up for E-News […]
Kowalski loses bid for administrative appeal of 2022 censure
by Judy Stringer On Feb. 21, Summit County Court Of Common Pleas Judge Tammy O’Brien dismissed a case in which Hudson City Council member Nicole Kowalski asked the court to review her Dec. 6, 2022, censure by the council and determine if it was fair and followed the law. O’Brien dismissed the administrative appeal “for […]
Superintendent’s Corner – Dana Addis
In mid-March, the New Dimensions students at Hudson High School embarked on the annual New York City trip. For those not familiar, the course New Dimensions dates back 50 years and is an interdisciplinary team-taught humanities class. Students examine four core social studies units, each combined with a corresponding literature unit. The highlight of the year […]
‘Cocktails and Comedy’ fundraiser to support Rwandan education nonprofit
by Mary McKenna The Rev. Jean Bosco, a Catholic missionary priest, lost everything but his hope and home in the devastating 1994 Rwandan genocide. Yet, Bosco was still able to care for countless children orphaned in its wake by converting his family’s property into an orphanage. When he first came to Hudson in 2010 and […]
Talk of the Town by Patty Reiman
Road trips, vacations, getaways – whatever you call the time away to physically be in other spaces (maybe new, maybe not) and spend days or weeks away from your usual routines – I hope you enjoyed some of that over spring break. If not, maybe you have a summer trip planned in the warmer months […]
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What Do You Think of Chiropractic?
by Dr. Andrew T. Brady, Chiropractic Physician I realize that this is a loaded question. If you ask two random people that same question, one might tell you a chiropractor saved their life, and the other might tell you they don’t believe in witchcraft. It’s funny to hear what people have to say about chiropractic […]
District orders architectural design for possible HHS Orchestra addition, looks to recover property taxes
by Judy Stringer March 18 school board meeting The Hudson City School District moved one step closer to a major overhaul of the high school’s performing arts classrooms with board approval of an architectural contract with Akron-based GPD Group. Last April, Superintendent Dana Addis told the board his team was “fully engaged” in plans to […]
Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society
The Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, April 1 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. Tom Neel, retired library director of the Ohio Genealogical Society, will talk about the use of […]
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Is It Time to Replace Your Air Conditioner?
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating Nobody wants to replace their air conditioner. It’s not fun. You can’t show it off like a shiny new car and it won’t make you “feel good.” But there comes a time when replacement is a good idea. I like to be proactive when it comes to replacement. Why […]
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Charitable Giving, Philanthropy and Your Financial Life Plan
by Kevin Kroskey, CFP®, MBA Incorporating charitable giving and philanthropy into your financial strategy isn’t just a smart tax move; it can be profoundly fulfilling. Understanding the intricacies of charitable giving, recognizing the power of philanthropy and employing effective tactics for implementation can empower you to make a tangible difference in the world while staying […]