As a precaution to protect against the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus, Summa Health has made several changes to their visitors policy. As of Friday morning, Summa Health has moved to a no visitors policy. Exceptions to this policy will be made for one healthy visitor per patient, per day for the…
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Thursday, 19 March 2020 12:33
UPDATE: The Red Cross Still Facing Critical Blood Shortage
Written by Ryan Lang
The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage due to the unprecidented amount of blood drive cancelations amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. That is why the Red Cross is calling on healthy individuals to donate now, in an effort to help patients who count on those lifesaving blood…
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Hear from the experts on how the COVID-19 coronavirus courtesy of the Ray Horner Morning Show: Akron Public Schools Superintendent David James - Returning to school this Fall. (6-4-20)
Val Renner - Akron Civic Theatre - The pandemic's impact on the local music scene. (5-29-20)
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Val Renner - Akron Civic Theatre - The pandemic's impact on the local music scene. (5-29-20)
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In a press release Wednesday, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced that they will be suspending manufacturing in the Americas through at least April 3rd or until further notice. Acording to the company, a phased shut down will begin across the company’s tire, retread and chemical plants in Brazil,…
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Wednesday, 18 March 2020 12:52
Health Officials "Challenge" the Public Amid Pandemic
Written by Ryan Lang
(Summit County Public Health) - Challenge Accepted! Social media sites have been used to propose challenges in which young and old alike have participated. Things like the “ice bucket” challenge have been done to raise awareness and funds for ALS research. Things like the “laundry pod” challenge left many scratching…
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The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage due to the unprecidented amount of blood drive cancelations amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. That is why the Red Cross is calling on healthy individuals to donate now, in an effort to help patients who count on those lifesaving blood…
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The Ohio Department of Health has confirmed 67 cases of COVID-19 coronavirus in the state so far, with 17 of those patients now in the hospital. Five people have been confirmed to have it in Summit County; four women, and one man. Governor Mike DeWine this week ordered the closure…
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Monday, 16 March 2020 13:13
Coronavirus: More Changes at Kent State University
Written by Jeanne Destro
Kent State University reducing on-campus operations until further notice. Only a limited number of employees will be asked to report in person to work, in areas such as health sevices, public safety, information technology, and residence services. More details here, from the notice they sent to students, faculty, and staff:…
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Monday, 16 March 2020 12:52
Coronavirus: Summit County-Public Access Changes
Written by Jeanne Destro
Summit County is making Coronavirus-related changes to they do business, including temporary suspension of public access to many of their agencies including Building Standards, Clerk of Courts, County Prosecutor, and Sheriff's Office. See below for full list, and more details. March 16 Updates to Summit County Continuity of Services SUMMIT…
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The University of Akron has announced extra percautions in wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. After extending spring break to the end of March, the University has decided to go strictly online with classes beyond that point. The school will also close all residence halls (with limited exceptions) after the recommendations…
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The following was posted to Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro's Facebook page Monday morning:
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All dine-in bar and restaurants ordered shut down as of 9PM Sunday. Carry out and delivery is still permitted. Governor Mike DeWine calling it a matter of life and death. The State is also going to offer some new Unemployment assistance to help mitigate the effect it will have on…
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Saturday, 14 March 2020 13:04
Summit County: Public Health Emergency & First COVID-19 Patient
Written by Jeanne Destro
The first patient to test positive for COVID-19 Coronavirus in Summit County, is a woman in her 50s now being treated in a local hospital. Summit County Public Health officials not releasing any more details as to the identity of the patient, though they do say that it appears she…
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Friday, 13 March 2020 09:26
APS Superintendent David James Responds to School Closures
Written by Ryan Lang
Update: Akron Public Schools Superintendent David James joined the Ray Horner Morning Show to discuss the district's approach and reaction to the announcement from the governor that all state schools, both public and private, will be close starting at the end of the school day Monday, March 16th for the…
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