Numerous displaced members of the community call the Second Chance Store and Village home. Being both a retail store and a shelter for people facing homelessness, the property is run like a business and a small community, as members live in tents and must follow property rules along with a code of respect and hard work. Most importantly, this operation offers people the … [Read more...]
Akron Arts Expo pulls in artists, crafters from around the country
This past weekend, over 150 artists and makers converged at Hardesty Park for the 38th annual Akron Arts Expo. Many of them have been meticulously working year-round to display and sell their work to the public, and some made the trip from other states to bring their wares to Akron. From intricate oil pastel paintings to finely forged jewelry, this event had plenty of items … [Read more...]
Urban Eats reopens for business with new owners, same local focus
Urban Eats, known for its intimate cafe atmosphere and creatively tasty menu, has underwent a renewal of sorts after the departure of previous owners Elizabeth Tyran and Jason Scala. New owners Samantha Frohnapfel and her fiance Nathan Franks have dubbed their journey with Urban Eats as a “perfect beginning.” Frohnapfel says the atmosphere and people of Akron have been … [Read more...]
