High school students invited to spring Envirothon
Envirothon, a competitive outdoor team event, offers a unique learning experience for high school students. The 2025 Area 2 Envirothon will be held on April 9, 2025, at the Cooke Family Wildlife Conservation Park, 4774 OH-13, in Shiloh. The event is designed to stimulate, reinforce and enhance interest in the environment and natural resources. A team […]
Christ the Redeemer to host new concert series
Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church of Brecksville has announced the debut of Concerts@CRLC. The goal of the concert series stems from Martin Luther’s quote: “Next to the Word of God, music deserves the highest praise.” James C. Alfieri, director of music at CRLC, believes that Concerts@CRLC is a perfect way to complement the church’s music […]
Almost 3 million visit CVNP each year, as it celebrates a half-century birthday
by Dan Holland According to National Park Service statistics, the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, was the twelfth most visited park in the United States in 2023, welcoming nearly 2.9 million visitors. Consisting of nearly 33,000 acres of reclaimed rural lands and former industrial sites along a 25-mile stretch of the Cuyahoga River Valley between Cleveland […]
Local author features towpath, national park as backdrop for novel
by Emily Canning-Dean Growing up in Akron, Broadview Heights resident Jonathan Walter has many memories of The Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Including these northeast Ohio gems in his newly released time travel suspense thriller, The Towpath, seemed like the perfect fit. “I have fond memories riding on the trail […]
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Investing Considerations: AI, Deep Seek, and Creative Destruction
by Kevin Kroskey, CFP®, MBA Capitalism is a dynamic economic system where competition drives innovation and efficiency. However, it also has a ruthless side: the process of creative destruction, a term popularized by economist Joseph Schumpeter. This concept describes how innovation continuously disrupts industries, topples market leaders, and replaces them with more efficient or technologically […]
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What are those icicles telling you?
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating This past January was a record-setting month. Temperatures dipped below 0, and it seemed snowfall of a couple of inches occurred almost every other day. This combination of extreme cold and frequent snow has allowed the buildup of snow cover on our roofs. Driving around I noticed what seemed […]
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The Essential Components of a Comprehensive Estate Plan
by Dan A. Baron, Baron Law LLC Estate planning is a critical process that ensures your assets, family, and personal wishes are protected and managed in the event of your incapacity or death. Despite its importance, many people delay creating an estate plan due to misconceptions, procrastination, or the belief that it’s only for the […]
Consultant urges move toward full-time firefighters, two new stations
Jan. 28 city council workshop A consulting firm that assessed Hudson’s fire and EMS services recommends the city increase the number of paid firefighters and construct at least one new fire station. Vaughan Miller, a public safely specialist with K2M Design, told Hudson City Council that reducing fire response times will require the city to […]
Local food pantry releases distribution dates
The Hudson Community Service Association announced 2025 distribution dates for its food panty at Rejoice Lutheran Church. The HCSA Food Pantry will distribute food typically on the fourth Saturday of each month, between 12-2 p.m. Some distributions fall a week early due to holidays. Upcoming 2025 distribution dates are Feb. 22, March 22, April 26, […]
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Toast to Hudson returns to Lake Forest Country Club Feb. 21 Submitted by Hudson Community First Hudson Community First will host its signature fundraiser, Toast to Hudson, on Friday, Feb. 21, at Lake Forest Country Club. Guests will enjoy food, drink and live music featuring The Canterbury Trio, while bidding on more than 100 items in […]
Foundation supports restoration of century-old-garage at Case-Barlow Farm
Submitted by Case-Barlow Farm Through the generosity of the Hudson Community Foundation, the garage adjacent to Case-Barlow Farm’s iconic farmhouse and barn has been given a fresh new look. The garage block was recently stripped of its old paint, masonry repairs were done, and new breathable paint was applied. The preservation of the garage was a […]
Hudson Library & Historical Society extends hours to Sundays
The Hudson Library & Historical Society is now open Sundays from 1-5 p.m. (drive-thru window open from 1-4:30 p.m.) Library services available include reference and children’s services, computer access, printing and basic technology assistance. Future Sunday programming will feature live concerts, children’s events, and adult classes. Visit hudsonlibrary.org for more information and a full list of programs and events.
The City Manager’s Desk
As we step into 2025, I am filled with enthusiasm for the incredible opportunities ahead for our city, its residents and its businesses. Thanks to our fiscally responsible budgeting and planning, we closed 2024 in a strong financial position. Over the next five years, Hudson City Council is committed to advancing bold initiatives that will […]
Former resident dances her way to legendary Alvin Ailey troupe
by Charles Cassady Kali Marie Oliver said she has been dancing since she could “walk,” shimmying and chasseing under the instruction of her mother, Hudson resident and dancer Joli Oliver, as a youngster and narrowing her focus to ballet at Nan Klinger Excellence in Dance in Cuyahoga Falls before she hit double digits. “I remember […]
Ordinance encourages civil infrastructure investment
by Judy Stringer Jan. 7 city council meeting Hudson City Council adopted an ordinance that directs members of the legislative body to consider spending at least 50% of the city’s annual general fund excess on infrastructure. The ordinance, drafted by council member Chris Banweg, passed 6-1 with council member Nicole Kowalski casting the lone dissent. […]
Council amends legislation to protect homeowners in industrial areas
by Judy Stringer Jan. 21 city council meeting Hudson City Council passed the second of two zoning amendments aimed at making it easier for residential homeowners to maintain their properties in districts that were zoned commercial or industrial after the homes were built. The “non-conforming residential use” amended legislation passed with a 4-2 vote, with […]
Hudson Community Foundation
The Hudson Community Foundation, in partnership with Hudson League for Service, is encouraging our community to come together for Hudson Random Acts of Kindness Week, taking place February 2-8. This week-long event is dedicated to spreading kindness, supporting local initiatives and encouraging residents of all ages to take part in small acts of goodwill that […]
Cuyahoga Valley Genealogy Society
The Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Feb. 3, at 7 p.m. Members and interested public are invited to attend in the Willow Room of the Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Blvd. This month’s topic will be “Cooking in the 18th Century,” presented by Karen Kashary. Getting a meal on […]
Hudson Handicrafters
Do you enjoy crafting? So do we! We are the Hudson Handicrafters, a small club made up of local residents. Our club has been in existence since 1954, and we are looking to grow our membership with individuals who enjoy crafting as much as we do. Each month, we make a different craft such as […]
Property valuation formal complaint filing period open through March 31
Property owners wishing to challenge their property valuations for tax year 2024 may do so as of Jan. 1. The Cuyahoga County Board of Revision will accept formal complaints from Jan. 1 through March 31. All complaints must be filed with the Board of Revision by 11:59 p.m. or bear a United States postmark of […]
Lake Erie photo contest announced
The Ohio Lake Erie Commission’s 33rd annual “Life on Lake Erie” photo contest is an opportunity for Ohioans to capture and showcase the unique beauty, wildlife, communities and vibrant life surrounding all the wonder that Lake Erie has to offer. The photo contest invites photographers to submit up to five images that represent the essence […]
City disputes reports on Life Center purchase
The city of Hudson issued a Jan. 19 press release, stating it “is not currently in negotiations with Life Center Plus or the city of Stow regarding a recreation center.” “Unfortunately, several media reports have incorrectly stated that the city is in talks about a joint recreation center. This is simply not true,” City Manager […]
DiMauro continues as president
Jan. 13 board of education organizational meeting Steve DiMauro will carry on as Hudson City School District Board of Education president, following a vote held at the board’s organizational meeting. Alisa Wright was re-elected vice president. Treasurer Phil Butto presented the 2025-2026 alternative tax budget, which the board passed as part of the treasurer’s consent […]
Normalize kindness during Random Acts of Kindness Week
Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Week returns to Hudson, Feb. 2-8, as area organizations ask residents to “Make kindness the norm” and celebrate by doing a kind deed. The following community activities are planned: The Hudson League for Service, which spearheads RAK activities locally, encourages residents to look for their own moments of random […]
Senior Network expands opportunities, activities for older adults
by Judy Stinger Historically, Hudson has not been a welcoming community for its senior citizens, according to longtime resident Heidi Schweighoefer. Schweighoefer and her all-volunteer Hudson Senior Network board, however, are changing that. “From the very tiny beginning back in 2019, we have substantially grown in terms of programming and in terms of the number […]
It’s scholarship season
The State of Mind: Hudson Board of Directors will be accepting applications for the 2025 scholarship through April 1. Students in the class of 2025 attending a Hudson-based school or who hold residence in Hudson but attend a school outside of the district are eligible to apply. The scholarship is also open to homeschooled students residing […]
Summit County ADM Board to open mental health center
Facility named after late Hudson resident Dr. Fred Frese by Emily Canning-Dean The Summit County Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board is hopeful that a new 16-bed mental health facility will be up and running in Sagamore Hills by early next year. “Our worst-case scenario is for the project to be finished in […]
High school girls rugby returns to Hudson
Submitted by the Hudson Rugby Club After a two-year hiatus, Hudson Rugby Club re-established high school girls rugby with a Fall Rugby 7s team and is recruiting players for the Spring 15s season. During the Fall 2024 season, the girls high school Rugby 7s team finished runner-up in the Shield Division in the state tournament. […]
Fitness shop offers one stop for conditioning, boxing, MMA
by Michele Collins Gotham Gym is a one-stop shop for everything from fitness instruction and athletic performance conditioning to martial arts and combat sports training, according to its founder Josh Hillman, a professional mixed martial arts athlete himself. And since its opening, it has become the favorite gym of everyone from high school athletes to […]
Summit SWCD promotes winter salt awareness
The use of road salt on streets and sidewalks during the Northeast Ohio winter season is a necessary evil that residents have come to expect. Most may not realize, however, that road salt is extremely harmful to our surface and groundwater and the species that depend on freshwater. The salt has a cumulative effect, adding […]
Coming Events
The Akron Zoo offers exhibit called “Celebrating Black History in Perkins Woods”
The Akron Zoo is offering a special exhibit called “Celebrating Black History in Perkins Woods” from Jan. 20-March 7 in the zoo’s Nature’s Theater. The exhibit will focus on three main topics: how Black residents in Akron expanded the John Brown Monument, fought a plan to move the zoo from Perkins Woods and operated a long-lived custard stand at the park’s edge. “Celebrating Black History” is open during zoo operating hours of 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily and is included in general admission. For more information, visit akronzoo.org or call 330-375-2550.
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Epiphany Arts Festival
The Bath United Church of Christ is holding its 25th annual Epiphany Arts Festival. The hours are: Sun. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Wed. 12-4 p.m. Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Camelot
Performances of The Hudson Players’ winter musical production of Lerner and Loewe's beloved Camelot, will take place Friday- Sunday at The Barlow Community Center, 41 S Oviatt St.