Lauren J. Young

6 days ago | beaconjournal.com | Lauren J. Young

A WNBA team in The Land, "The Decision" and the memorable 71-point game were all topics that were discussed during the latest New Heights podcast episode that dropped April 18, hosted by Cleveland natives and famous football brothers Jason and Travis Kelce. Their latest guest was none other than Cavaliers star guard Donovan Mitchell who dropped in ahead of Cleveland's Round 1 game opening the NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena on April 20. The Cavs will host either the Miami Heat or Atlanta Hawks.

2 weeks ago | cantonrep.com | Lauren J. Young

LeBron James was quite impressed with his miniature self. The Akron native was grinning ear to ear like a kid on Christmas morning when he saw the Barbie Signature Kenbassador version of himself for the first time. James was recently announced as being part of the collection, which "celebrates influential Ken figures who are creating positive change and contributing to a better world for all."The venture appears be in collaboration with the Laker star's LeBron James Family Foundation.

2 weeks ago | beaconjournal.com | Lauren J. Young

LeBron James continues to make history. This month, the Akron native will be among the few to be immortalized into a Barbie – or should we say Ken – doll. James has been chosen to a be a part of the Barbie Signature Kenbassadors collection, which "celebrates influential Ken figures who are creating positive change and contributing to a better world for all."He's apparently the first male athlete to be part of the new Kenbassador line.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Lauren J. Young

LeBron James continues to make history. This month, the Akron native will be among the few to be immortalized into a Barbie – or should we say Ken – doll. James has been chosen to a be a part of the Barbie Signature Kenbassadors collection, which "celebrates influential Ken figures who are creating positive change and contributing to a better world for all."He's apparently the first male athlete to be part of the new Kenbassador line.

3 weeks ago | beaconjournal.com | Lauren J. Young

Easter is just around the corner and some events are already getting started. Here's a sample of Easter egg hunts and events that are planned in Greater Akron. Note: This is a not an exhaustive list of every Easter-themed activities planned for the Greater Akron area. Akron Zoo Easter Egg hunt 2025The Egg-stra Wild Egg Hunt runs Saturdays and Sundays, April 5-6, 12-13 and 19 from 8:30-10 a.m. at the Akron Zoo, 500 Edgewood Ave.