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🎸 Country rebel rocks

Portage County • October 13, 2025

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Good morning, Portage County. The unmistakable sound of country music rebellion echoed through Rocket Arena as Eric Church shattered norms with his bold 2.5-hour Cleveland performance. The maverick artist took the unprecedented step of playing his entire new album before launching into fan favorites, even draping himself in the American flag during "Springsteen" while singing about "a Cleveland Saturday" – a moment that had the multi-generational audience on their feet.

Beyond entertainment, remarkable transformations are happening at Bridges Learning Center in Akron, where students struggling with behavioral challenges find a nurturing path forward through specialized education and therapy. And if you're feeling nostalgic, dust off those bell bottoms for the Falls Cancer Club's "70s Night at the Races" fundraiser on October 18. For $40, you'll help local cancer patients while potentially winning prizes in your grooviest attire – far out!

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🎸 Eric Church shattered country music norms at Rocket Arena. The rebellious star delivered a bold 2.5-hour performance to a packed Cleveland crowd, beginning with the unprecedented move of playing his entire new album "Evangeline vs. The Machine" straight through. Backed by a 24-piece band with strings and horns, Church then launched into fan favorites like "Desperate Man" and "Springsteen," during which he draped himself in an American flag while singing about "a Cleveland Saturday." The multi-generational audience drew praise from Church, who told parents in attendance, "You guys are raising these kids right."

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🏫 Hidden gem school transforms students struggling with behavioral challenges. Bridges Learning Center in Akron provides specialized education for students whose behavior prevents effective learning in traditional settings. With a calm and nurturing environment, the school employs a team approach including teachers, specialists, and therapists to help students develop emotional regulation skills. Most of the 102 students aim to eventually return to their home schools, equipped with better coping mechanisms. Beyond academics, Bridges offers art therapy, music programs, gardening, and job training to prepare students for successful futures in the community.

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🎭 The 70s are back to battle cancer in Cuyahoga Falls. The Falls Cancer Club is hosting a groovy "70s Night at the Races" fundraiser on October 18 at the Natatorium. For $40, attendees get naming rights to a horse plus pizza, salad and dessert. Participants are encouraged to wear 1970s attire for a chance to win prizes and can bring their own beverages. All proceeds will help pay medical bills for the club's 130 patients.

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