Outdoors

Outdoors

Independence Kiwanis Golf Outing Supports Children of Fallen Veterans

Here's an opportunity to play golf and raise money for a great cause: the Independence Kiwanis golf outing that benefits Children of Fallen Patriots. ...
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The Case for Sunglasses

Want young, healthy eyes? When it comes to buying sunglasses, there’s not much of a difference between a pricey pair and something cheap. What matters is the UV protection. ...
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July 4 Fireworks Safety Tips

One of the country's oldest fireworks companies is right here in Northeast Ohio. The Hudson-based American Fireworks opened in 1902 and is run by the seventh generation of the original founding family. If you're planning your own Independence Day fireworks fun, stay safe with these tips. ...
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Simple Steps to Beat the Heat

One reason older adults are at risk of dehydration is that, as they age, the thirst reflex is naturally diminished—they may not even know they are thirsty. That's just one health issue related to extreme heat. Here are several handy tips to keep us all safer during summer's heat waves. ...
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Free Water Ski Shows

I’ve gone water skiing a few times over the years, and the only thing I remember is where my swimsuit bottom ended up when my backside hit the water. That’s probably not an issue for the Chippewa Lake Water Ski Show Team in Medina. ...
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Ick, a Tick. Now What?

Maybe Lyme disease has a better publicist, since that's the one most familiar to us. It's spread primarily through the bites of blacklegged ticks. But when you find a bloated tick attached to your skin, who's looking at legs? All tick encounters should be taken seriously, regardless of its leg color. ...
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2025 Summer Fun Guide

Summer’s finally here, and we are happy to embrace the celebrations that mark the season. We have pulled together special events, open-air concerts, interesting things to do and under-the-radar places to visit. ...
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A True Crew Finds its Place on the Water

A rowing crew with an average age of 67 has found there's no place like being on a boat on the Cuyahoga River every Tuesday night. Read our story to find out why. ...
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