Lisa Abraham: Whatever you’re eating, there’s a holiday for that
So, now that Valentine’s Day is over, now that the chocolate kisses and heart-shaped cookies are out of the way, we’re in the clear until St. Patrick’s Day, right?Nothing to celebrate until March 17,...
View ArticleForcing spring onto the dinner table
I’ve given up on this winter and decided to just pretend that it’s spring. If you can force tulip bulbs inside, why not just force the rest of it too?So that meant I had to put away my slow cooker (but...
View ArticleQuick & Easy: An intense, yet effortless garlic sauce pasta
FETTUCCINE WITH GARLIC-PARMESAN PUREE2 cups garlic cloves, peeled (buy pre-peeled for convenience)2 cups chicken broth12 oz. fettuccine pasta2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra to serveSalt and...
View ArticleAuthor Chuck Klosterman to speak Friday in Akron
Nationally known pop-culture commentator Chuck Klosterman will appear at 7 p.m. Friday in Ballroom C of the Quaker Square Inn.An Evening With Chuck Klosterman will include him reading from his work. In...
View ArticleGuidelines to reduce C-section births urge waiting
WASHINGTON: Show more patience in the delivery room: That’s the prescription being given to the nation’s obstetricians.New guidelines say doctors should give otherwise healthy women more time to...
View ArticleHow to keep water out of your house during winter thaw
This midwinter warm spell may be good for the psyche, but it might not be so great for your house.Drainage issues, roof problems and maintenance oversights could result in leaks now that the heavy snow...
View ArticleTallmadge woman vies for heart of Olympic medalist
TALLMADGE: U.S. Olympic team skier Nick Goepper will be taking home a bronze medal after competing in the men’s slopestyle event last week in Sochi.He’s now on another mission: to find love.On...
View ArticleAkron General rolls out new mobile medical unit
Akron General is rolling out the latest example of its drive to boost health and wellness services.The health system unveiled a new, custom-built mobile medical unit called the Health & Wellness...
View ArticleConservative talk show host helps Akron General celebrate 100th birthday
As Akron General celebrated its 100-year history, a conservative national radio talk show host spoke about “the fraud of Obamacare” and the need to change health care for the future.Laura Ingraham, a...
View ArticleHome show details
DetailsWhat: HBA Akron Home & Flower ShowWhen: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and next Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 2. John Gidding onstage at 1 and 3 p.m. Friday and next Saturday.Where: John S....
View ArticleMary Beth Breckenridge: ‘Curb Appeal’ star offers advice for enhancing your...
First impressions are everything.But when it comes to your house, other people’s impressions aren’t the only ones that matter. Yours does, too.Your home’s outward appearance can affect how you feel...
View ArticleAsk Mary Beth: What can be done about moles?
Q: I’ve lived at my residence for over 50 years and have not had any issues with moles. Last summer I ended up with quite a few mounds of dirt piled all around the front and back yards, and you could...
View ArticleSurvival guide tackles knitting emergencies
Everybody makes mistakes. But in knitting, those mistakes can be a pain to fix.That’s where When Bad Things Happen to Good Knitters comes in.The knitting survival guide, an updated version of the book...
View ArticleGarden on Wheelz adjust to gardener’s needs
Life Cycle Gardens’ Garden on Wheelz lets you take your garden where you need it.The raised garden’s wheelbarrow-like design allows it to be moved easily, so it could be wheeled to a shady spot for...
View ArticleHome and garden happenings — week of Feb. 22
Interested in becoming a master gardener volunteer? The Ohio State University Extension is holding an informational open house March 6 for people who want to learn about joining the group in Medina...
View ArticleTips for attic conversions
Here are some things to keep in mind before beginning your project:• Analyze how you want to use the space. “Bigger isn’t always better,” said homeowner Linda Berglin.• Interview three contractors and...
View ArticleHomeowners find respite under the roof with attic conversions
At the end of the day, it’s easy for two Minneapolis couples to retreat to a quiet sanctuary. All they have to do is climb stairs that lead to the attic.The couples’ well-designed attic conversions...
View ArticlePlant Lovers’ Almanac: Soil is the key for gardening success
The melt before this winter’s next chapter has arrived. What next? My mother-in-law Margaret asked about The Great Jimangi’s seasonal prognostication for the future. I confidently predict that if March...
View ArticleHudson woman to discuss diversity of religions at Bath church
Hudson resident Devyani Gursahaney will share her thoughts on the benefits of a pluralistic culture at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bath United Church of Christ, 3980 W. Bath Road, Bath Township.Gursahaney,...
View ArticleLocal pastor survives stroke, advocates for Affordable Care Act
The Rev. William C. Bunton is thankful for a second chance.“God is so awesome. The doctors said I should be maimed, unable to talk. That I should have drooping in my face and a lack of mobility,”...
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