Fall Thrive 2025

Family changes with births, marriages, divorces and deaths. Finances change as we first save for and then spend for college and/or retirement. Health changes as we age and deal with complicated ailments. Your old estate plan might be out of date, or maybe you need to make one. ...

Did our pop culture columnist see a UFO when he was a kid? Maybe. The government has been collecting UFO stories for decades. Why don't we know more about them? ...

Fall 2025 isn’t just about trends—it’s about curating a refined yet expressive style that reflects the depth and confidence of lived experience. With these tips, a fresh fall look will be at your fingertips. ...

Nestled in the heart of Northeast Ohio, Summit County is a dynamic destination that blends the energy of a big city with the charm of small-town life, with lush parks and scenic trails for nature lovers, engaging museums for curious minds, and a thriving arts and culture scene that offers both enjoyment and enrichment. ...

Multigenerational trips are becoming the fastest-growing type of travel in the United States. Cruise lines and all-inclusive resorts have responded with options aimed at keeping each member of the family happy and entertained, regardless of their ages. ...

Forget the pumpkin lattes and apple fritters. For my money, nothing says autumn like a nice, scary ghost tour. ...

Did you know that recent surveys repeatedly show that many Gen Z, or Zoomers, don’t own TVs and instead stream on the devices they already own? Compare that to people 55 and older who have multiple TVs around the house. ...

Autumn is a time to take stock, recalibrate and redirect your course. So, welcome to Northeast Ohio Thrive magazine’s Fall 2025 issue featuring our adventurous cover couple, retirees Bill and Heidi Watson of Solon.

Enjoy an array of articles that show us how local folks —including the Watsons — have approached retirement in all the right ways: planning ahead, getting their finances and dreams in order, then hitting the road or the open seas for new adventures. Whether retirement is a future prospect or a very present reality, these articles will speak to you.

Also is this issue: How to sreamline your stuff (to just enough), planning a multi-generational getaway, fun autumn outings with the grands, elegant fall fashions, TV tech, plus seasonal opportunities to keep you active, engaged and enriched throughout our region, including our annual Live Theater Roundup and a Community Focus on Summit County.

Read our digital issue below and look for FREE, glossy, print magazines at stores, libraries, fitness centers and other outlets.

Thrive with Our Fall 2025 Issue: Retire Right, Embrace Adventure, Streamline Stuff

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