Good morning, Portage County. The sweet sound of transformation fills the air this weekend as the rebranded Bainbridge ROX Festival (formerly the Ox Roast) debuts with upgraded amenities including a dedicated music stage at Centerville Mills. From noon to 10 p.m. on August 23, festival-goers can enjoy everything from a kids zone to Texas Hold 'Em, proving that sometimes change brings exciting new possibilities – just ask Karine Garfield, who pirouetted from dancing with Prince to becoming a top-producing Realtor.
Meanwhile, Northeast Ohio drivers can finally celebrate the completion of Akron's massive $161 million Central Interchange project. After four years of construction disruption across I-76, I-77, and Ohio Route 8, the extensive roadwork has concluded with 45 reconstructed lane miles and over 40 repaired bridges. The project creates what officials call an "enhanced gateway" to Akron – though most commuters will simply appreciate the smoother drive without orange barrels in sight.
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🎵 Bainbridge ROX Festival brings music and community fun this weekend. The annual event, formerly known as the Ox Roast, will transform Centerville Mills on August 23 from noon to 10 p.m. Hosted by the Bainbridge Civic Club, the festival features upgraded amenities including a dedicated music stage replacing the smaller deck setup from previous years. Attendees can enjoy a kids zone, Texas Hold 'Em tournament, beer garden, live music performances, and a community merchant fair with local vendors. A rain date is scheduled for August 24 if needed.
🛣️ Akron's massive $161 million Central Interchange project finally wraps up. After four years of construction, the extensive roadwork across I-76, I-77, and Ohio Route 8 has been completed, bringing smoother driving to Northeast Ohio. The project reconstructed 45 lane miles, redesigned interchange ramps to reduce congestion, added new lanes, and repaired over 40 bridges. While minor work will continue through November, the major construction is finished, creating what officials call an "enhanced gateway" to Akron. The project was part of Ohio's record-breaking $3.2 billion roadwork season.
💃 French dancer pirouettes into real estate success story. Karine Garfield transitioned from professional dancing with Prince's company to becoming a top-producing Realtor at Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. The Solon resident credits her dance discipline and mentorship from her mother-in-law Joan for her achievements in the competitive industry. Despite early challenges requiring "thicker skin," Garfield has thrived with her memorable tagline "Everything I touch turns to sold" and by focusing on relationship-building. She embraces industry changes with confidence, noting that despite predictions, technology like Zillow hasn't made real estate agents obsolete.
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