Producing a perfect essay isn't an easy task for many teens. If your child is in grades 10-12, here are some questions to ask to help stay on top of their writing abilities.

McIntosh, Red Delicious, Honeycrisps and more. Each fall, ­families head out to local orchards to gather bushels of these delectable apples. We've gathered a list of tips and tricks so your family can enjoy a day at the orchard nearest to you.

For a student who plans to attend college, the final years of high school can be a dizzying experience. Between extracurricular activities, standardized testing and keeping up grades, there’s a lot of ­college prep to tackle, ­including applications.

Is your team playing in the big weekend game? Watching the game can be lots of fun with these simple tips. But, first, do you want to meet true tailgate warriors? We’d like to introduce you to Fairview Park’s McNamara family.

Whether at home or in a public place, there’s a chance you or your family members will encounter bad bacteria. While everyone won’t get sick, it’s best to know how to keep your family protected.

Shortly after his second birthday, Jessie Beals’ son Carson was diagnosed with a rare disorder. The now-3-year-old has been through multiple surgeries and treatments, and his family is looking to help spread the word about CHARGE syndrome.

Jake Starosto was born Sept. 21, 2009, and just two days later had his first heart surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. The Starosto family, like many others, started teams to benefit the American Heart Association’s Cleveland Heart Walk. Learn how you can help.

Gervasi Vineyard is very pleased to announce that the Winter/Spring 2015 culinary and wine classes are now available for registration online!

Project: LEARN of Medina County is pleased to announce the zombies are returning to Medina County! Buckeye Woods will be taken over by zombies on Saturday, October 18 at 4 p.m.

North Union Farmers’ Market presents the sixth annual Cleveland Garlic Festival at historic Shaker Square on Saturday, Sept. 6 and Sunday, Sept. 7. Attendees will enjoy garlic-themed food prepared by local chefs including everything from ice cream to oysters. An onsite celebrity chef Grill-Off, live music, cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, taste and grow tents for children, along with many more activities will be featured at the event.