Since 2008, Mayor Richard Norton has created and initiated a plan to promote prosperity in the growing city of Green. Norton shares his vision and some of the reasons why it is feasible that in the near future, Green could become one of those top cities.

The rapidly growing area provides all the amenities of city life without all the noise. The city of Green is close to Akron and Canton and less than an hour away from Cleveland. The location is accessible, especially with the Akron/Canton airport in its backyard.

Looking for a vacation spot close to home? Try these five family-friendly destinations. You don’t need to go far to find adventure. The Midwest offers a variety of activities for families with children of all ages.

Health officials in Northeast Ohio are calling the levels of heroin use an epidemic, and statistics show that young people in both cities and suburbs are at risk. Would you know if your child was an addict?

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Sending your children to daycare isn’t easy. Here are some tips to help weigh your options. Because daycare plays such a vital role — from providing safe childcare to building an educational foundation for your little ones — there can be a lot of pressure when it comes to selecting the right facility.

Festival season arrives with the rise in temperatures. Read on for this month's family-friendly festivals in Northeast Ohio that highlight everything from strawberries to country music to trains and more.

More than 460 walkers came out to support Stewart’s Caring Place Cancer Wellness Center for the 8th annual Hope Walk at the Fairlawn Community Center on May 10. The 2.3-mile walk and family event raises money to make it possible for Stewart's Caring Place to offer services free-of-charge to those who have been touched by cancer.

For many, Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer. However, it’s also important to help children understand why Memorial Day is a holiday and what it means to our country’s history. Here are some activities families can do to honor those U.S. Armed Forces who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Twelve-year-old Sydnie Singleton, and her younger siblings Shelbie and Sean, decided they wanted to change how kids viewed the world. These three siblings from Solon recognized there was a need to help students gain confidence. After relaying concerns to their parents, the family collaborated on an idea to help children express themselves from the inside out, while building self-esteem.