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(Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro) — On March 25, 2020, the Ohio General Assembly passed H.B. 197, setting April 28, 2020 as the final day of Ohio’s primary election. Voters who have not already cast a ballot must request an absentee ballot from Summit County Board of Elections. Inperson voting…
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Wednesday, 01 April 2020 13:10
Public Health Department Issues New Guidelines for Social Distancing
Written by Ryan Lang
[Summit County Public Health] – As the number of COVID-19 cases identified in Summit County increases, Summit County Health Commissioner Donna Skoda is providing additional guidance on public gatherings. Summit County Public Health is asking that, as a result of COVID-19, funeral homes and religious entities restrict and limit certain…
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Wednesday, 01 April 2020 05:15
Summit County Council Approves Small Business Grant Program
Written by Ryan Lang
SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO—On Monday, March 30, 2020, Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro introduced, and Summit County Council passed, emergency legislation authorizing the creation of a COVID-19 Small Business Emergency Relief Grant Program. The program will be administered by the Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce and grants will be available to…
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Tuesday, 31 March 2020 10:51
Akron Suspends All Rec Programs, Lock-3 Events, More
Written by Ryan Lang
Announcements from Mayor Horrigan's Office today, including the suspension of all recreation programs in the city through the end of May. There will be no city-hosted events in April or May. Furthermore, all Lock 3 events that were scheduled for May are now officially canceled, tentatively set to resume on…
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Domestic violence doesn't stop during a pandemic. In fact, it may increase as victims more than ever feel forced to remain with their abusers, because of the state's current "stay at home" order. But it doesn't have to be that way. There are options, as Victim Assistance Program Director, Leanne…
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What is it like for teachers who are "sheltering" at home during the pandemic, conducting their classes, and maintaining an ultra-safe distance from their students? Ray talked to Leora Cohen, who teaches Science, at the Lippman School in Akron.
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Wednesday, 25 March 2020 07:48
JoAnn Fabrics Answering Call for Medical Supplies
Written by Jeanne Destro
Hudson-based JoAnn Fabrics is answering the urgent call for medical supplies coming from healthcare professionals and first responders nationwide. Listen here, as company spokesperson, Amanda Hayes, explains what they're doing, and how they're helping home-sewers step up, and help our nurses, doctors, keep us all alive.
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(Summit County Executive's Office) In response to the COVID-19 situation, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) has implemented the Temporary Pandemic Child Care License, a new rule which sets the process and requirements for child care providers to operate under a special pandemic child care license. This…
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Update: The Ohio Department of Health and the governor's office have extended the Stay at Home Order and Essential Business Order through May 1st, per Thursday, April 2nd's update from the statehouse. There are a few changes to the guidelines in the order. You can visit the state's coronavirus website…
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Kent State University announced Friday that their Spring Commencement ceremonies and pre commencement celebrations will be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic The University said in a statment that they are exploring alternate options and dates. An update will be provided by the school at a later date as they…
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Ohio now has 4,043 confirmed cases of COVID-19 coronavirus as of the latest update from Columbus. Per the Ohio Department of Health's COVID-19 Dashboard, there are 184 cases confirmed in Summit County. Statewide, there have been 119 deaths due to coronavirus, including 9 in Summit County. More than 1,100 patients…
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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: Congressman Tim Ryan - Help on the way for Ohio small businesses. (4-6-20)
Donna Pinto - Hudson group making face masks for local health care workers. (4-6-20)
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Donna Pinto - Hudson group making face masks for local health care workers. (4-6-20)
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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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