Portage County • September 17, 2025
Good morning, Portage County. The creative spirit of local entrepreneurship is alive and well as Big Frog Custom T-Shirts prepares to open its doors in Stow. This mother-daughter venture brings on-site printing capabilities with cutting-edge technology to transform your wardrobe ideas into wearable reality. Meanwhile, country music fans have something major to mark on their 2026 calendars—Riley Green's "Cowboy As It Gets Tour" will bring Nashville energy to Blossom Music Center next August, with tickets dropping later this month.
The future is knocking at our door as the upcoming Artificial Intelligence Summit in Beachwood-Solon aims to demystify AI for local businesses. With industry experts sharing practical applications and OhioX President Chris Berry delivering the keynote, this October 23rd event promises to help regional companies navigate the technological revolution reshaping our workplaces. Whether you're AI-curious or looking to implement specific solutions, this gathering might just provide your business with its next competitive edge.
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👕 Family-owned custom t-shirt shop prepares to open in Stow. Big Frog Custom T-Shirts and More, owned by Megan Oyster and managed by her daughter Kate, is getting ready to launch its Stow location. The shop features on-site printing capabilities with a Brother GTXpro printer and heat press technology for curing ink. The business offers custom designs and transfer paper options for personalized apparel. Training is currently underway at the new location, with staff preparing for their upcoming grand opening.
🎸 Country star Riley Green to rock Blossom Music Center next summer. The ACM and CMA Award winner will bring his "Cowboy As It Gets Tour" to Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio on August 7, 2026. Special guests Justin Moore, Hannah McFarland, and Zach John King will join Green for the performance, which is part of a nationwide tour hitting major venues across the U.S. Tickets go on sale September 19, with fan presales beginning September 16, including VIP packages with potential meet-and-greet opportunities. The tour supports Green's expanded album "Don't Mind If I Do (Deluxe)," featuring six new tracks.
🤖 Businesses explore AI's potential at upcoming Beachwood-Solon summit. The Artificial Intelligence Summit on October 23 will bring together entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals interested in integrating AI into their workflows. OhioX President Chris Berry will deliver the keynote address on practical AI solutions for business development and efficiency. Attendees will also hear from industry experts during a panel discussion covering real-world AI applications across various sectors. The event costs $25 for chamber members and $35 for non-members at Tri-C's eastern campus.
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