📚 Reproductive rights take center stage in 1960s Akron novel. "In the Family Way" by Laney Katz Becker follows Lily Berg, who hosts a pregnant 15-year-old girl named Betsy in her home as part of a maternity program for unwed mothers. The story explores women's roles, reproductive choices, and complex relationships as Lily and her canasta-playing friends navigate their own reproductive dilemmas. With surprising plot twists and authentic period details, the novel tackles controversial topics including women's autonomy and spousal abuse during a pivotal era of social change.
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🎹 Liszt's "rock star" energy electrifies Cleveland Orchestra's Blossom performance. Conductor Daniele Rustioni and pianist Alessio Bax made dazzling debuts with the orchestra, bringing charismatic energy to Liszt's Piano Concerto No. 1. Rustioni conducted with cinematic sweep, drawing radiant sound from the ensemble during Wagner's Tannhäuser Overture before intermission. Bax approached Liszt's theatrical flourishes with clarity and poise, treating the concerto like chamber music on a grand scale. The evening concluded with Brahms's Symphony No. 1, where Rustioni illuminated its underlying radiance to heartfelt applause from the audience.
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👟 Christine Covert walked her way to victory with over a million steps. The Ashland University staff member topped the Health Action Council's Step It Up Challenge by logging an impressive 1,136,380 steps, placing her among the top 15 participants. Covert achieved her remarkable step count through her active lifestyle working on a horse farm, cycling, running, and intentionally walking around campus. The challenge included 851 participants across 82 teams who collectively logged over 155 million steps, unlocking a $500 donation to Ronald McDonald House Charities. Covert credited her success to the motivation from coworkers and family, noting that movement doesn't always require structured exercise.
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Colonial estate with workshop potential: This lovely colonial home at $415,000 boasts nearly 3 acres, an open-concept layout with gas fireplace, spacious kitchen, unique master suite, and multiple outbuildings including a workshop.
Cape Brick Retreat On Acreage: This Cape Cod brick home with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a three-car garage is nestled on 1.28 acres in Randolph Township, convenient to Hartville and Akron, listed at $299,900.
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