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  • Akron public art inventory website goes live

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    AKRON, Ohio — A Northeast Ohio city created a new online inventory of their public art.

    What You Need To Know

    • In 2018, Mac and Allyse Love the founders of Art x Love started advocating for an online art database

    • The company was tasked with cataloging more than 700 public pieces of art throughout the City of Akron

    • The inventory is accessible to everyone including residents and visitors

    A place to find where art is in the city.

    In 2018, Mac and Allyse Love the founders of Art x Love started advocating for an online art database. Once it was approved, they developed the site for two years. They started collecting data for the inventory in 2024. The Akron art inventory website went live in late December.   

    “It helps the city understand what it’s responsible for,” said Mac Love the cofounder of Art x Love and the chief catalyst. “You know, what it’s responsible for maintaining and just as important as understanding what assets it has. It also helps paint a picture of where more public art is needed.”

    Art x Love is a creative agency that doubles as an art gallery. The company was tasked with cataloging more than 700 public pieces of art throughout the city of Akron.

    “The inventory is a database that features every piece of Akron art that is city owned, city funded, or on city property,” said Love.

    The inventory is accessible to everyone including residents and visitors. They can log on to the site to find out where a piece of art is located and even learn about its history.

    “We would like to encourage our residents, as well as the community to go out and about in the neighborhoods,” said Summer Hall the Public Art Liaison for the city of Akron. “Take a look at this art inventory. Check out the locations where the art is. I would recommend doing some art walks.”

    Summer Hall is the public art liaison for the city of Akron. She is responsible for coordinating efforts with the Akron Public Art Commission. She says the inventory is an ongoing project. More art will be added to the inventory even those not owned or funded by the city.

    “To make sure that, you know, art is in all the different neighborhoods, making sure that art’s not lacking in some of these neighborhoods and also with the maintenance plan from our inventory,” said Hall. “We will be maybe selecting 5 to 10 pieces that may need some work.”

    The inventory breaks down the art pieces into several categories including type of art, condition, accessibility and location. Love is currently finishing up a piece connected to the Akron marathon that was held in September.

    “This is a collaborative mural that was painted by over 3000 runners and their families at this year’s Akron marathon,” said Love.

    Once it is completed, it will be added to the inventory. Love says this inventory further amplifies the importance of art in the city.

    “It’s really important to take care of artwork and to invest in artwork,” said Love. “I think it keeps us from feeling lonely and it helps us expand our appreciation of, life and all of human experience.”

    The funding for the project was $48,500 and was a private gift to the Akron Public Art Commission. The art inventory is free to use and also has GPS to search artwork near you. To view the inventory, click here.

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  • How to cut back on holiday food waste

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    OHIO — The holiday season is known for many things like Christmas music or hot cocoa, but many people may not think about the waste that accompanies the giving season, especially with food.

    What You Need To Know

    • There’s a lot of extra food waste during the holiday season 

    • There are ways to cut back 

    • Consider using your leftovers in future meals or donating extra food

    In an article from the nonprofit Each Green Corner, it notes that food waste increases by approximately 25% between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.

    Here’s how they recommend cutting back on the waste:

    • You should expect to have leftover food and ensure you have the plastic containers to store it
    • If you have extra food, you can also consider donating it to a local food bank
    • If possible, don’t let your holiday guests leave without taking some leftovers with them
    • Plan your holiday meal shopping carefully to avoid purchasing an excess amount of food. Not only can this help cut back on waste, it’s also helpful to your wallet.
    • Some foods can be composted as well, which is a much better outcome than a landfill

    If you’re looking to creatively use your leftovers, consider this list of recipes to make from post-holiday extras.

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  • How some of Santa’s little reindeer relate to the weather

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    We all know that Santa travels the world on Christmas Eve on a sleigh pulled by eight… no, nine, reindeer! But are you aware of the weather tie-ins with Santa and his reindeer?

    What You Need To Know

    • Two reindeer are named after weather phenomena

    • Rudolph saved the day one Christmas Eve when fog covered most of the Earth

    • Santa uses forecasts from local meteorologists to plan his Christmas Eve flight

    (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

    We’ve all heard the tale of Rudolph, and we’ll cover that part of the story in a moment, but first, let’s start with two of Santa’s original reindeer.

    The original eight

    You know Dasher and Dancer, Prancer and Vixen, Comet and Cupid, and Donner and Blitzen, but did you know that two of the reindeer are named after weather phenomena?

    But which ones?

    If you guessed Donner and Blitzen, you are correct!

    Donner, also sometimes called Donder or Dunder, is named after thunder. The name comes from the Dutch word for thunder.

    Blitzen, also spelled Blixen and Blixem, is named after lightning. The name also comes from a Dutch word meaning lightning.

    Santa’s reindeer were never officially named until the 1823 release of the poem, “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” also known as “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” by Clement C. Moore.

    (AP Photo/Malin Moberg)

    Here’s an interesting reindeer fact.

    In the story “The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus” by L. Frank Baum, the author listed ten reindeer. Flossie and Glossie are Santa’s lead reindeer, while Racer and Pacer, Fearless and Peerless, Ready and Steady, and Feckless and Speckless are the rest of the team. 

    None of these names are weather-related terms.

    No offense to L. Frank Baum, but I’m glad we stuck with Clement C. Moore’s names for Santa’s reindeer.

    Rudolph leads the way

    I think we all know the story of Rudolph.

    This iconic reindeer showed up in 1939. Looked upon as a misfit (aren’t we all in some way), the other reindeer rejected Rudolph and made fun of him because of his red, glowing nose. Though that “little” abnormality came in handy “one foggy Christmas Eve.”

    In an unprecedented weather event, one never seen before or seen since, an “outbreak” of fog blanketed most of the planet, and it became impossible for Santa to make his flight on Christmas Eve around the world. 

    All was lost until Santa realized that Rudolph and his incredible nose could lead the way.

    This was Rudolph’s time to shine. (Pun intended.)

    (File Photo)

    And the rest is history. From that time on, Rudolph has been Santa’s lead reindeer.

    Santa’s Christmas Eve forecast

    Something you may not know is Santa Claus has a weather forecasting team at the North Pole.

    Some elves specialize in forecasting the weather around the world. These meteorologists give Santa an overview of the weather around the globe on Christmas Eve, but Santa depends on local National Weather Service and TV meteorologists to provide him forecasts for cities along his flight path.

    My daughter found out about this during a visit with Santa when she was about six years old.

    I had taken her and her younger brother to see Santa a few days before Christmas. As we were next in line, Santa saw us, stood up, walked over to me and asked, “Gary, what kind of weather am I looking at on Christmas Eve?”

    I gave him a quick forecast, he thanked me, walked back over to his chair and sat down as the next child climbed on his lap.

    The expression on my daughter’s face was priceless.

    “Santa knows you?” she asked as she looked up at me with a look of shock, confusion and pride. “Well, of course he does. Who do you think he gets his forecast from for this area? I’m a pilot, and he’s a pilot. I’m the perfect person to give him a ‘flight weather briefing.’”

    Talk about a priceless memory that I will always remember.

    (Gary Stephenson)

    In the Christmas Eve sky

    So on Christmas Eve night, if your skies are clear, look to the sky. You might see a red light moving across the sky. More than likely, it’s the beacon on an airplane, but it might, just might, be the glow of Rudolph’s red nose.

    And if the weather is not so clear, rest well knowing that Santa’s got a well-trained team of reindeer pulling the sleigh and an accurate forecast so he can safely complete his Christmas Eve journey around the Earth.

    I’ll finish my story with these final words.

    My wish for all of you is to have a safe and Merry Christmas. And to Santa and the reindeer, have a good flight!

    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • How some of Santa’s little reindeer relate to the weather

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    We all know that Santa travels the world on Christmas Eve on a sleigh pulled by eight… no, nine, reindeer! But are you aware of the weather tie-ins with Santa and his reindeer?

    What You Need To Know

    • Two reindeer are named after weather phenomena

    • Rudolph saved the day one Christmas Eve when fog covered most of the Earth

    • Santa uses forecasts from local meteorologists to plan his Christmas Eve flight

    (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

    We’ve all heard the tale of Rudolph, and we’ll cover that part of the story in a moment, but first, let’s start with two of Santa’s original reindeer.

    The original eight

    You know Dasher and Dancer, Prancer and Vixen, Comet and Cupid, and Donner and Blitzen, but did you know that two of the reindeer are named after weather phenomena?

    But which ones?

    If you guessed Donner and Blitzen, you are correct!

    Donner, also sometimes called Donder or Dunder, is named after thunder. The name comes from the Dutch word for thunder.

    Blitzen, also spelled Blixen and Blixem, is named after lightning. The name also comes from a Dutch word meaning lightning.

    Santa’s reindeer were never officially named until the 1823 release of the poem, “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” also known as “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” by Clement C. Moore.

    (AP Photo/Malin Moberg)

    Here’s an interesting reindeer fact.

    In the story “The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus” by L. Frank Baum, the author listed ten reindeer. Flossie and Glossie are Santa’s lead reindeer, while Racer and Pacer, Fearless and Peerless, Ready and Steady, and Feckless and Speckless are the rest of the team. 

    None of these names are weather-related terms.

    No offense to L. Frank Baum, but I’m glad we stuck with Clement C. Moore’s names for Santa’s reindeer.

    Rudolph leads the way

    I think we all know the story of Rudolph.

    This iconic reindeer showed up in 1939. Looked upon as a misfit (aren’t we all in some way), the other reindeer rejected Rudolph and made fun of him because of his red, glowing nose. Though that “little” abnormality came in handy “one foggy Christmas Eve.”

    In an unprecedented weather event, one never seen before or seen since, an “outbreak” of fog blanketed most of the planet, and it became impossible for Santa to make his flight on Christmas Eve around the world. 

    All was lost until Santa realized that Rudolph and his incredible nose could lead the way.

    This was Rudolph’s time to shine. (Pun intended.)

    (File Photo)

    And the rest is history. From that time on, Rudolph has been Santa’s lead reindeer.

    Santa’s Christmas Eve forecast

    Something you may not know is Santa Claus has a weather forecasting team at the North Pole.

    Some elves specialize in forecasting the weather around the world. These meteorologists give Santa an overview of the weather around the globe on Christmas Eve, but Santa depends on local National Weather Service and TV meteorologists to provide him forecasts for cities along his flight path.

    My daughter found out about this during a visit with Santa when she was about six years old.

    I had taken her and her younger brother to see Santa a few days before Christmas. As we were next in line, Santa saw us, stood up, walked over to me and asked, “Gary, what kind of weather am I looking at on Christmas Eve?”

    I gave him a quick forecast, he thanked me, walked back over to his chair and sat down as the next child climbed on his lap.

    The expression on my daughter’s face was priceless.

    “Santa knows you?” she asked as she looked up at me with a look of shock, confusion and pride. “Well, of course he does. Who do you think he gets his forecast from for this area? I’m a pilot, and he’s a pilot. I’m the perfect person to give him a ‘flight weather briefing.’”

    Talk about a priceless memory that I will always remember.

    (Gary Stephenson)

    In the Christmas Eve sky

    So on Christmas Eve night, if your skies are clear, look to the sky. You might see a red light moving across the sky. More than likely, it’s the beacon on an airplane, but it might, just might, be the glow of Rudolph’s red nose.

    And if the weather is not so clear, rest well knowing that Santa’s got a well-trained team of reindeer pulling the sleigh and an accurate forecast so he can safely complete his Christmas Eve journey around the Earth.

    I’ll finish my story with these final words.

    My wish for all of you is to have a safe and Merry Christmas. And to Santa and the reindeer, have a good flight!

    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • Staying on track with nutrition during the holidays

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    For many people, the holidays are filled with family, food — and temptation. But if you’re trying to stick to a nutrition plan or make a long-term lifestyle change, experts say you don’t have to choose between enjoying the season and staying on track.

    Benjamin Williams, an online nutritionist and personal trainer and the founder of The Beginners Club, said the holidays don’t have to be all or nothing. You can enjoy your favorite foods without completely falling off your plan — it just requires mindfulness.

    Williams said the key is focusing on balance instead of restriction. By eating healthy foods about 80% of the time, he said, you can allow yourself to indulge in less-healthy options for the remaining 20%.

    “What if you’ve had a small breakfast, for example, go and enjoy those mince pies,” Williams said. “Go and enjoy the chocolate log or the Christmas pudding because you’ve kind of saved those calories from earlier in the day and you can have them later on. So it’s just kind of thinking, where can I kind of save some calories and where can I go and enjoy myself?”

    He also recommends prioritizing protein and limiting higher-fat foods.

    “We really want to get a large quantity of protein. So leaner meats. So turkey is a traditional one, chicken,” Williams said. “We just want to make sure we’re getting larger quantities of the good stuff, leaner protein, vegetables, which are all tasting really good around the holiday time and just limiting, say, the not so good stuff.”

    Williams added that being mindful of alcohol and dessert intake can make a big difference. He suggests alternating alcoholic drinks with water and deciding ahead of time which desserts you really want, so portions stay manageable.

    “I’ve learned the hard way, you know, we can be getting over 200 calories in one pint of beer,” Williams said. “And so, you know, if you have three of those at 600 calories and that might be killing your deficit coming into the holiday kind of season. So quantity control and just making smart choices when it comes to beverages.”

    Another tip: prioritize conversation over constant snacking. Instead of mindlessly eating, focus on connecting with people you may not see often to stay occupied.

    The takeaway, Williams said, is to enjoy the celebrations — and not let one indulgent day turn into a season of guilt. He also stressed that movement still matters, recommending a walk with family or even some solo time outside after a meal.

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  • Where and when to watch the NFL, NBA and more during the Christmas holiday

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    One of the best times of the year for sports fans around the nation is upon us.

    Christmas brings heightened enjoyment for many as they gather around the TV to watch their favorite teams battle on the gridiron and hardwood.

    Here’s a guide to all the NFL, NBA, college and highschool sports a fan could ask for.

    What to watch Christmas Eve

    A lone college football bowl game is taking center stage.

    Hawaii place kicker Kansei Matsuzawa (17) watches a kick in the first half during an NCAA football game against Arizona on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

    Hawaii vs. Cal, 8 p.m., on ESPN: The Sheraton Hawaii Bowl will be the culmination of the Golden Bears and the Rainbow Warriors’ seasons. The Golden Bears finished the regular season with a 7-5 record, while the Rainbow Warriors finished 8-4. Both teams are coming off a win on Nov. 29.

    What to watch Christmas Day

    There is a triple-header lined up for pro football fans, along with multiple NBA games.

    Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper (70) blocks against the Minnesota Vikings during an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

    NFL:

    Dallas at Washington, 1 p.m. on Netflix: The Cowboys will look to pick up a much-needed win as they battle for a playoff spot in a competitive NFC. The Commanders are eliminated from playoff contention, but they will look to play spoiler against their divisional rival.

    Detroit at Minnesota, 4:30 p.m. on Netflix: Another divisional rivalry is set to take place later on Christmas as the Lions take on Minnesota. While the chances are slim, the Vikings are still in the race for the playoffs and will look to make a statement against the Lions. Detroit is in a much better position and will look to make a run at the NFC North divisional title with a win at U.S. Bank Stadium.

    Denver at Kansas City, 8:15 p.m. on Prime Video: A dominant Broncos defense will look to contain a down-and-out Chiefs team. Kansas City has struggled as a team, resulting in them being eliminated from the postseason, but they will look to upset Denver on Christmas.

    NBA:

    Cleveland at New York, noon on ESPN: Two of the Eastern Conference’s premier teams will battle it out on Christmas. The Knicks have had a strong start to the season, only dropping x games so far. The Cavs have played up to expectations, with Donavan Mitchell leading the way in the scoring department. 

    San Antonio at Oklahoma City, 2:30 p.m. on ABC/ESPN: A defending champion Thunder roster is taking on the Victor Wembanyama-led Spurs. Oklahoma City has been scorching hot since the start of the season, while being led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in points and assists. The Spurs have also played, but have missed Webenyama on and off in the past month because of a lingering calf injury. 

    Dallas at Golden State, 5 p.m. on ABC/ESPN: Number 1 pick Cooper Flagg and the Mavs are gearing up to take on the Warriors’ aging dynasty. Dallas has yet to get its footing this season, while Golden State has been steady so far. The Mavs will try not to let injuries define them in this matchup. The Warriors will look to show why experience trumps athleticism.

    Houston at Los Angeles, 8 p.m. on ABC/ESPN: Kevin Durant and the Rockets will visit Luka Doncic at Crypto.com Arena. With LeBron James showing his age, other Lakers’ stars have picked up the slack. Los Angeles has continued to show why they are a contender early in the Western Conference behind several key performances from Austin Reeves. The Rockets have been steady so far as well, showing why Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun are both premier players in the NBA.

    Minnesota at Denver, 10:30 p.m. on ABC/ESPN: The Nikola Jokić-led Nuggets will host the Timberwolves in the last Christmas Day game. In a packed Western Confernece, Denver and Minnesota have shown in the past how competitive their matchups can get.

    What to watch Friday

    There will be three college football bowl games on tap, as well as two NBA games.

    Philadelphia 76ers guard Vj Edgecombe (77) can’t controls the ball against Chicago Bulls guard Dalen Terry, left, and forward/center Jalen Smith during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Chicago, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

    College Football:

    Central Michigan vs. Northwestern, 1 p.m. ESPN: The GameAbove Sports Bowl pits Central Michigan against Northwestern at Ford Field. Northwestern has only won one of their last five games, while Central Michigan has stayed relatively consistent, winning three of their last five.

    New Mexico vs. Minnesota, 4:30 p.m. ESPN: The Lobos and Golden Gophers will battle it out at the Rate Bowl. The Lobos come into this one hot, not having lost a single game in the past five, while the Golden Gophers are just 3-2 in their past five matchups.

    Florida International vs. UTSA, 8 p.m. ESPN: The SERVPRO First Responder Bowl has the Panthers and the Roadrunners battling it out the evening after Christmas. FIU has lost only one of their last five, while UTSA has stayed steady with three wins in their last five.

    NBA:

    Philadephia at Chicago, 7:30 p.m. on Prime Video: The Bulls will look to get back on track as they take on the 76ers. Despite playing without Joel Embiid for most of the season, Philadephia has continued to stay competitive. Chicago has struggled of late, despite a blazing hot start to the season.

    Los Angeles at Portland, 10 p.m. on Prime Video: Two teams mired with issues will battle it out on the hardwood in Moda Center. The aging Clippers have struggled to shake off the rust this season, while a young Blazers roster is trying to find their identity.

    What to watch Saturday

    Saturday is full of meaningful football matchups.

    Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) prior to the game against the Denver Broncos during an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 14, 2025 in Denver. (AP Photo/Bart Young)

    Houston at Los Angeles, 4:30 p.m. on NFL Network: The Texans and Chargers are matched up with playoff seeding on the line. Houston and Los Angeles are both currently in the playoffs, but the matchup could affect which team the other plays in January. The Texans have had a resurgence late in the season, while the Chargers have been steady all season.

    Baltimore at Green Bay, 8 p.m. on Peacock: The matchup between Baltimore and Green Bay is set for prime time. Both teams are firmly in the playoff race in their respective conferences. A win for either team would be huge for seeding down the line in January.

    Eight college football bowl games will be on tap as well. Games start at 11 a.m. and run into the night on ESPN and ABC.

    What to watch Sunday

    Ten NFL games will be on all throughout Sunday as usual, starting at 1 p.m. and ending in the late evening.

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  • Ohio Kids, Ages 12, 11, and 8, Crash Stolen Car While Fleeing Police

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    Source: General / Radio One

    Newburgh Heights police say three children, ages 12 and younger, crashed a stolen vehicle into a residential home while fleeing officers. The crash happened during a police pursuit on the city’s West Side.

    Officers attempted to stop the vehicle after receiving a stolen car report. The driver refused to stop and led police through nearby streets. The chase ended when the vehicle slammed into a residential house.

    Police say all three children exited the vehicle after the crash. Officers took them into custody without resistance. No serious injuries were reported.

    Investigators say the children told officers they learned how to steal cars by watching YouTube videos. Police raised concerns about online content influencing youth behavior.

    The crash caused heavy damage to the home. Residents were inside at the time but escaped injury. Officers released the children to their guardians as the investigation continues.

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  • Jon Heacock retires, ending a coaching career after 4-plus decades

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    AMES, Iowa — Iowa State defensive coordinator Jon Heacock has retired, ending a coaching career after four-plus decades.

    He announced his decision on Tuesday.

    What You Need To Know

    • Iowa State defensive coordinator Jon Heacock has announced his retirement

    • This ends a 40+ year coaching career

    • He was 60-44 as coach at Youngstown State from 2001 to 2009
    • He’s from Beloit, Ohio, and started coaching career in 1983 at Toledo

    Heacock, known for a 3-3-5 scheme with the Cyclones, was a finalist for the Broyles Award that recognizes college football’s top assistant coach in 2017 and was nominated for it from 2022-25.

    He was a top assistant on Matt Campbell’s staff at Iowa State for 10 seasons and at Toledo for two seasons. Campbell left Iowa State earlier this month to lead Penn State’s program.

    Heacock was 60-44 as coach at Youngstown State from 2001 to 2009, leading the second-tier college football program to the FCS semifinals in 2006 and earning conference coach of the year honors twice.

    The 65-year-old Heacock, who is from Beloit, Ohio, started his coaching career in 1983 at Toledo as a graduate assistant. He later was a graduate assistant for the late Bo Schembechler at Michigan and defensive coordinator for Jim Tressel at Youngstown State.

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  • Restored American Girl Dolls brighten holidays for military connected children

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    OHIO — Often, some of life’s beautiful moments are inspired by tragic events that change our lives forever. Many people find ways to move forward by giving back to a cause of organization that hits close to home.

    What You Need To Know

    • Vicki and Allan Carleton started Trey’s Dolls in honor of their son

    • For a decade they’ve been restoring and repairing American Girl Dolls and donating them to children in hospitals or even impacted by the Texas and North Carolina floods

    • Blue Star Families of Dayton and SWOH teamed up with Trey’s Dolls to give nearly 40 dolls to military connected children

    • The dolls were a surprise and parents wrote letters explaining why a doll would make a difference…every girl received a doll

    With a steady hand, delicate skill and a little TLC Vicki and Allan Carleton have spent a lot of time over the past decade bringing dolls back to life.

    Many of the dolls are the classic American Girl Dolls.

    They started Trey’s Dolls in honor of their son.

    “He was diagnosed with Berkins lymphoma on Dec. 3, when they did exploratory surgery to see what this lump was in his side. And two days later, he passed away still in the hospital,” said Vicki Carleton.

    Through charities, organizations, and social media, word of Trey’s Dolls spread.

    Some people send them brand new dolls, and others that have been loved over the years.

    Their restored dolls have gone to hospitals and even into the arms of little girls after disasters like the Texas and North Carolina floods. 

    “If we get used dolls, and they’re going to the hospital, then we have to take all the stuffing out and wash it and sanitize,” said Vicki.

    “It makes me feel wonderful that we’re able to do it and that we’ve learned over time,” Allan said. “I just feel like a small part of the process.”

    Allan is a Navy veteran.

    When they aren’t working on dolls at home, sometimes they’ll bring them to the Fisher House on the Dayton VA Medical Center campus.

    Allan receives radiation treatments for his own cancer diagnosis, and staying at the Fisher House saves them the stress of driving back and forth.

    “I just can’t tell you how much it means,” Allan said.

    It was through a connection at the Fisher House that the Carletons made contact with Blue Star Families of Dayton and Southwestern Ohio and executive director Geri Maples.

    Shortly after, an idea to gift the dolls to military connected young girls came to reality.

    The girls received gifts but had no idea that a restored American Girl Doll waited inside.

    The Carletons have gifted hundreds of dolls, but it’s not often they get to see them opened in real time. 

    “Initially I said 20 would be selected, but I read all their stories and I’m like ‘nope they all have to have one’. I was in tears reading some of these stories about what it would mean to them,” said Maples.

    “She’s our only girl, we have three boys. So this was kind of special for her that it was the only event with her by herself and no brothers,” said mother and veteran spouse Mia Bennett.

    “This is an amazing experience that I couldn’t give my daughter, that they were able to do that for her, so I really appreciate it, thank you,” said mother and Marine Corps veteran Ashlee Almazan.

    “Moving sometimes seven or eight times throughout a school year, having to make new friends, an American Girl Doll can go with you anywhere,” Maples said.

    For the Carletons, they were able to take their son’s memory another step.

    “I think he would absolutely love it. He loved children. He had two children, and he loved his two children so much. And I think he would have loved that they are military families,” said Vicki.

    Vicki and Allan donated nearly 40 dolls to Blue Star Families of Dayton and Southwestern Ohio.

    The non-profit hosts free events and outreach opportunities all year long for military members, veterans and their families. 

    For more information, click here.

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  • Restaurants open and closed for Christmas Day in Ohio

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    OHIO — Whether it’s wanting to go out for Christmas dinner, not wanting to cook a meal or simply because you don’t celebrate Christmas, it’s certain you should still have dinner. 

    Spectrum News 1 compiled a list of chain restaurants that will either be open or closed on Christmas Day to help Ohioans plan ahead. 

    Here’s what we found:

    Restaurants that are open

    • Applebees
    • Burger King
    • Dunkin
    • IHOP
    • McDonalds
    • Red Lobster
    • Starbucks
    • Subway
    • Wendy’s

     

    Restaurants that will be closed

    • Bibibop
    • Chick-Fil-A
    • Chipotle
    • Cracker Barrel
    • First Watch
    • Hardee’s
    • Jimmy John’s
    • Olive Garden
    • Texas Roadhouse

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  • Cleveland Highway Shooting Leaves Two Dead, Victims Identified

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    Cleveland police say two people died after shots rang out early Saturday on I-71 North near the I-490 split in Cleveland. Police called the incident a targeted shooting.

    The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner identified the victims as 35-year-old Emerald Vanderhorst and 31-year-old Jordan King. Vanderhorst died at the scene. King died later at MetroHealth Medical Center.

    Police say the victims were in a vehicle when another vehicle approached and fired into their car. Officers found the crashed vehicle after receiving a shooting call shortly before 2 a.m.

    Police have not made any arrests as the investigation is underway.

    Investigators ask anyone with information to contact the Cleveland Police Homicide Unit at (216) 623-5464.

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  • 2025: Weather in Review

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    As we close out 2025, here’s a look back at the wild weather experienced this year. From snow to wildfires to tornadoes to flooding, 2025 will be one for the record books.

    What You Need To Know

    • Record snow fell in southern states, including Louisiana, Florida, Alabama and Mississippi, in January

    • A tornado outbreak in May saw an EF3 in St. Louis and an EF4 in south-central Kentucky

    • For the first time in a decade, no hurricane made landfall in the United States



    It didn’t take long into the New Year for Mother Nature to become active.

    First big storm of the season Jan 3. to Jan 6

    On Jan. 3, a storm system moved onshore along the West Coast, producing snow in the mountains of Washington and Montana. The southern side of the storm produced severe weather, including the first tornado of the year in Northern California.

    As it moved east across the Great Plains and Midwest on Jan. 4 and 5, it intensified and pulled in moisture from the Gulf. Parts of Kansas, including the Kansas City metro, saw upwards of 12 to 18 inches of snow, nearly a season’s worth in one storm.

    The St. Louis metro accumulated 8 to over 12 inches, with Weldon Spring, Mo. being the big winner. The snow was so intense at one point, thunder snow was reported.


    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport received 8 inches of snow, a new daily record, leading to canceled flights. At the height of the storm, the pressure dropped to 976 millibars, equivalent to a Category 2 hurricane.

    The southern side of the system on Jan. 5 produced severe weather in the Lower Mississippi River Valley, with 17 tornado reports and dozens of wind reports.

    The storm pushed east and was along the East Coast by Jan. 6. From Virginia to Pennsylvania and New Jersey, snow accumulated. Richmond, Va. experienced blizzard conditions leading to water outages, which took at least three days to fully restore.

    Southern snow Jan. 21 to 22

    Snow in the south happens, but it’s usually a few flakes, not half a foot or more. A large southern storm system brought big snows to states like Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida in late January. Pensacola, Florida, shattered its two-day snowfall record, accumulating 8.9 inches of snow.

    New Orleans was transformed into a winter wonderland, with snowball fights captured on Bourbon Street. For the first time it their history, the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, La., issued blizzard warnings.

    People walk around on Bourbon Street as snow falls in the French Quarter in New Orleans, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

    Snow wasn’t the only big weather event in January.

    Los Angeles wildfires

    The Santa Ana winds led to dangerous fires across California. 14 fires burned throughout the entire month, with the Pacific Palisades and the Eaton fires as the two largest. Tens of thousands of structures were damaged or destroyed, and fatalities are estimated in the hundreds.

    A car travels down East Mendocino Street as a wildfire burns in the hills near Eaton Canyon, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, in Altadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

    May 15 to 16 tornado outbreak

    Spring saw bouts of severe weather, with several storms producing destructive tornadoes. 

    In May, a deadly tornado outbreak hit the Midwest and Ohio River Valley, with more than 60 tornadoes reported. An EF3 tornado, with estimated winds of 150 mph, touched down in the Greater St. Louis area on May 16, bringing destruction across the northern part of the city and killing four people.

    Damage in the St. Louis metro after an EF3 tornado touched down on May 16, 2025. (Pic: NWS St. Louis)

    The same storm system produced a large EF4-rated tornado, with winds estimated at 170 mph, across south-central Kentucky. This long-tracked tornado caused 19 fatalities and billions of dollars in damage.

    Texas Hill Country flooding

    Turning to summer—During the early morning hours of July 4, the remnants of Tropical Storm Barry combined with Pacific moisture, producing heavy thunderstorms across the Texas Hill Country. Rainfall totals ranged from 8 to over 20 inches in just a few hours, leading to the dramatic rise of the Guadalupe River.

    Camp Mystic stands next a creek that feeds into the Guadalupe River, Monday, July 7, 2025, in Hunt, Texas, after flash flooding swept through the area. (AP Photo/Eli Hartman)

    One of the worst-hit areas was in Kerrville, Texas, where Camp Mystic, a girl’s summer camp along the river, flooded. The water rose so quickly that the camp did not have time to evacuate. Twenty-five campers and two teenage counselors perished during the devastating floods.

    Tampa hits 100 degrees

    2025 saw its fair share of weather records shattered. On July 28, the Tampa International Airport recorded the first triple-digit temperature since records began in 1890. The area hit 100 degrees!

    Hurricane season 

    Speaking of numbers… This was the first time in a decade that no hurricane had made landfall in the United States. However, in late August, Hurricane Erin brought dangerous surf and rip currents to the East Coast.

    Numerous houses along North Carolina’s Outer Banks fell into the sea because of coastal flooding and erosion.

    Five homes collapsed Tuesday in Buxton along North Carolina’s Outer Banks. (Spectrum News 1/Lauren Howard)

    Although no hurricane made landfall in the U.S., Hurricane Melissa made history as the third-most intense Atlantic hurricane and made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm with winds of 185 mph. The storm killed over 100 people and caused at least $10 billion in damage. 

    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • 2025: Weather in Review

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    As we close out 2025, here’s a look back at the wild weather experienced this year. From snow to wildfires to tornadoes to flooding, 2025 will be one for the record books.

    What You Need To Know

    • Record snow fell in southern states, including Louisiana, Florida, Alabama and Mississippi, in January

    • A tornado outbreak in May saw an EF3 in St. Louis and an EF4 in south-central Kentucky

    • For the first time in a decade, no hurricane made landfall in the United States



    It didn’t take long into the New Year for Mother Nature to become active.

    First big storm of the season Jan 3. to Jan 6

    On Jan. 3, a storm system moved onshore along the West Coast, producing snow in the mountains of Washington and Montana. The southern side of the storm produced severe weather, including the first tornado of the year in Northern California.

    As it moved east across the Great Plains and Midwest on Jan. 4 and 5, it intensified and pulled in moisture from the Gulf. Parts of Kansas, including the Kansas City metro, saw upwards of 12 to 18 inches of snow, nearly a season’s worth in one storm.

    The St. Louis metro accumulated 8 to over 12 inches, with Weldon Spring, Mo. being the big winner. The snow was so intense at one point, thunder snow was reported.


    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport received 8 inches of snow, a new daily record, leading to canceled flights. At the height of the storm, the pressure dropped to 976 millibars, equivalent to a Category 2 hurricane.

    The southern side of the system on Jan. 5 produced severe weather in the Lower Mississippi River Valley, with 17 tornado reports and dozens of wind reports.

    The storm pushed east and was along the East Coast by Jan. 6. From Virginia to Pennsylvania and New Jersey, snow accumulated. Richmond, Va. experienced blizzard conditions leading to water outages, which took at least three days to fully restore.

    Southern snow Jan. 21 to 22

    Snow in the south happens, but it’s usually a few flakes, not half a foot or more. A large southern storm system brought big snows to states like Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida in late January. Pensacola, Florida, shattered its two-day snowfall record, accumulating 8.9 inches of snow.

    New Orleans was transformed into a winter wonderland, with snowball fights captured on Bourbon Street. For the first time it their history, the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, La., issued blizzard warnings.

    People walk around on Bourbon Street as snow falls in the French Quarter in New Orleans, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

    Snow wasn’t the only big weather event in January.

    Los Angeles wildfires

    The Santa Ana winds led to dangerous fires across California. 14 fires burned throughout the entire month, with the Pacific Palisades and the Eaton fires as the two largest. Tens of thousands of structures were damaged or destroyed, and fatalities are estimated in the hundreds.

    A car travels down East Mendocino Street as a wildfire burns in the hills near Eaton Canyon, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, in Altadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

    May 15 to 16 tornado outbreak

    Spring saw bouts of severe weather, with several storms producing destructive tornadoes. 

    In May, a deadly tornado outbreak hit the Midwest and Ohio River Valley, with more than 60 tornadoes reported. An EF3 tornado, with estimated winds of 150 mph, touched down in the Greater St. Louis area on May 16, bringing destruction across the northern part of the city and killing four people.

    Damage in the St. Louis metro after an EF3 tornado touched down on May 16, 2025. (Pic: NWS St. Louis)

    The same storm system produced a large EF4-rated tornado, with winds estimated at 170 mph, across south-central Kentucky. This long-tracked tornado caused 19 fatalities and billions of dollars in damage.

    Texas Hill Country flooding

    Turning to summer—During the early morning hours of July 4, the remnants of Tropical Storm Barry combined with Pacific moisture, producing heavy thunderstorms across the Texas Hill Country. Rainfall totals ranged from 8 to over 20 inches in just a few hours, leading to the dramatic rise of the Guadalupe River.

    Camp Mystic stands next a creek that feeds into the Guadalupe River, Monday, July 7, 2025, in Hunt, Texas, after flash flooding swept through the area. (AP Photo/Eli Hartman)

    One of the worst-hit areas was in Kerrville, Texas, where Camp Mystic, a girl’s summer camp along the river, flooded. The water rose so quickly that the camp did not have time to evacuate. Twenty-five campers and two teenage counselors perished during the devastating floods.

    Tampa hits 100 degrees

    2025 saw its fair share of weather records shattered. On July 28, the Tampa International Airport recorded the first triple-digit temperature since records began in 1890. The area hit 100 degrees!

    Hurricane season 

    Speaking of numbers… This was the first time in a decade that no hurricane had made landfall in the United States. However, in late August, Hurricane Erin brought dangerous surf and rip currents to the East Coast.

    Numerous houses along North Carolina’s Outer Banks fell into the sea because of coastal flooding and erosion.

    Five homes collapsed Tuesday in Buxton along North Carolina’s Outer Banks. (Spectrum News 1/Lauren Howard)

    Although no hurricane made landfall in the U.S., Hurricane Melissa made history as the third-most intense Atlantic hurricane and made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm with winds of 185 mph. The storm killed over 100 people and caused at least $10 billion in damage. 

    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • 2025: Weather in Review

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    As we close out 2025, here’s a look back at the wild weather experienced this year. From snow to wildfires to tornadoes to flooding, 2025 will be one for the record books.

    What You Need To Know

    • Record snow fell in southern states, including Louisiana, Florida, Alabama and Mississippi, in January

    • A tornado outbreak in May saw an EF3 in St. Louis and an EF4 in south-central Kentucky

    • For the first time in a decade, no hurricane made landfall in the United States



    It didn’t take long into the New Year for Mother Nature to become active.

    First big storm of the season Jan 3. to Jan 6

    On Jan. 3, a storm system moved onshore along the West Coast, producing snow in the mountains of Washington and Montana. The southern side of the storm produced severe weather, including the first tornado of the year in Northern California.

    As it moved east across the Great Plains and Midwest on Jan. 4 and 5, it intensified and pulled in moisture from the Gulf. Parts of Kansas, including the Kansas City metro, saw upwards of 12 to 18 inches of snow, nearly a season’s worth in one storm.

    The St. Louis metro accumulated 8 to over 12 inches, with Weldon Spring, Mo. being the big winner. The snow was so intense at one point, thunder snow was reported.


    Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport received 8 inches of snow, a new daily record, leading to canceled flights. At the height of the storm, the pressure dropped to 976 millibars, equivalent to a Category 2 hurricane.

    The southern side of the system on Jan. 5 produced severe weather in the Lower Mississippi River Valley, with 17 tornado reports and dozens of wind reports.

    The storm pushed east and was along the East Coast by Jan. 6. From Virginia to Pennsylvania and New Jersey, snow accumulated. Richmond, Va. experienced blizzard conditions leading to water outages, which took at least three days to fully restore.

    Southern snow Jan. 21 to 22

    Snow in the south happens, but it’s usually a few flakes, not half a foot or more. A large southern storm system brought big snows to states like Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida in late January. Pensacola, Florida, shattered its two-day snowfall record, accumulating 8.9 inches of snow.

    New Orleans was transformed into a winter wonderland, with snowball fights captured on Bourbon Street. For the first time it their history, the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, La., issued blizzard warnings.

    People walk around on Bourbon Street as snow falls in the French Quarter in New Orleans, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

    Snow wasn’t the only big weather event in January.

    Los Angeles wildfires

    The Santa Ana winds led to dangerous fires across California. 14 fires burned throughout the entire month, with the Pacific Palisades and the Eaton fires as the two largest. Tens of thousands of structures were damaged or destroyed, and fatalities are estimated in the hundreds.

    A car travels down East Mendocino Street as a wildfire burns in the hills near Eaton Canyon, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, in Altadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

    May 15 to 16 tornado outbreak

    Spring saw bouts of severe weather, with several storms producing destructive tornadoes. 

    In May, a deadly tornado outbreak hit the Midwest and Ohio River Valley, with more than 60 tornadoes reported. An EF3 tornado, with estimated winds of 150 mph, touched down in the Greater St. Louis area on May 16, bringing destruction across the northern part of the city and killing four people.

    Damage in the St. Louis metro after an EF3 tornado touched down on May 16, 2025. (Pic: NWS St. Louis)

    The same storm system produced a large EF4-rated tornado, with winds estimated at 170 mph, across south-central Kentucky. This long-tracked tornado caused 19 fatalities and billions of dollars in damage.

    Texas Hill Country flooding

    Turning to summer—During the early morning hours of July 4, the remnants of Tropical Storm Barry combined with Pacific moisture, producing heavy thunderstorms across the Texas Hill Country. Rainfall totals ranged from 8 to over 20 inches in just a few hours, leading to the dramatic rise of the Guadalupe River.

    Camp Mystic stands next a creek that feeds into the Guadalupe River, Monday, July 7, 2025, in Hunt, Texas, after flash flooding swept through the area. (AP Photo/Eli Hartman)

    One of the worst-hit areas was in Kerrville, Texas, where Camp Mystic, a girl’s summer camp along the river, flooded. The water rose so quickly that the camp did not have time to evacuate. Twenty-five campers and two teenage counselors perished during the devastating floods.

    Tampa hits 100 degrees

    2025 saw its fair share of weather records shattered. On July 28, the Tampa International Airport recorded the first triple-digit temperature since records began in 1890. The area hit 100 degrees!

    Hurricane season 

    Speaking of numbers… This was the first time in a decade that no hurricane had made landfall in the United States. However, in late August, Hurricane Erin brought dangerous surf and rip currents to the East Coast.

    Numerous houses along North Carolina’s Outer Banks fell into the sea because of coastal flooding and erosion.

    Five homes collapsed Tuesday in Buxton along North Carolina’s Outer Banks. (Spectrum News 1/Lauren Howard)

    Although no hurricane made landfall in the U.S., Hurricane Melissa made history as the third-most intense Atlantic hurricane and made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm with winds of 185 mph. The storm killed over 100 people and caused at least $10 billion in damage. 

    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • Pacific moisture delivers heavy rain for holiday travelers this week

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    Whether you’re flying or driving, the weather could impact your holiday travel next week. Here’s what to expect across the country.

    What You Need To Know

    • Heavy rain is expected in California and the Pacific Northwest

    • A clipper system brings heavy snow across the Northeast and New England before Christmas

    • Temperatures are trending significantly above normal for Christmas


    Here are the weather highlights for holiday travelers. 


    A more detailed forecast for each day can be found below.

    Monday

    A prolonged period of wet weather is on tap this week across Northern California and the intermountain west. Monday evening into Tuesday morning could see some showers across the Ohio Valley and snow in the Great Lakes. Southern California remains mostly dry today, but wetter trends ramp up tomorrow.


    Tuesday

    Snow is possible across New England and the Northeast on Tuesday, with parts of Maine seeing up to 6 to 8 inches. Totals remain on the low end with only a couple inches of accumulation everywhere else. Out west, rain and snow continues, with heavy rain spilling into southern California.

    Christmas Eve

    California will see wet weather on Christmas Eve as another atmospheric river brings in Pacific moisture, leading to periods of heavy rain and mountain snow. Some strong storms are also possible across Southern California. The possibility of showers will be present through the Ohio Valley.


    Christmas

    The Rockies and areas westward see wet and wintry weather on Christmas Day, with the higher elevations seeing a white Christmas. Much of the central and eastern U.S. will be warmer than normal with mostly dry conditions.


    Friday

    The day after Christmas could finally offer a break for some areas out west, but high elevation snow chances continue. Some rain is possible across the Northeast.


    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • Budgeting for the holiday season

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    CLEVELAND — The holiday season can be filled with family, friends, and of course, spending.

    What You Need To Know

    • Brittany Matthews is a mom and a wife shopping for six

    • According to a recent survey from Beyond Finance, 51% of people make a budget for the holidays

    • The National Retail Federation expects holiday spending to be more than a trillion dollars

    During the holidays, sometimes spending can go far above the budget.

    Brittany Matthews is a mom and a wife shopping for six.

    “I try to do everything for Black Friday, which I did family, adults — I did all their Christmas pajamas, like clothes, like needs,” said Matthews.

    During the holidays, she knows what she must spend and what she is buying. She prepares with a budget.

    “We have meetings, and we do discuss,” said Matthews. “We have budget meetings; we have family meetings. The only issue is if the meeting will, I guess, come to fruition in real life.”

    According to a recent survey from Beyond Finance, Matthews is a part of the 51% of people who make a budget for the holidays. They survey states 64% of people have already gone over their budget or think they will. Meltrice Sharp is a certified wealth coach and accountant who helps people gain clarity on how they spend their money. She is also a managing partner CLE Consulting Firm.

    “The holiday season creates such an emotional demand on us,” said Sharp. “Oftentimes, we’re spinning out of guilt, emotions, expectations, and it’s important to really decide what it is that you’re going to spend money on.”

    Sharp says sticking to a budget can give a sense of peace instead of chaos and regret going into the new year.

    “They pay for the decisions that they made in December, in January, February and March,” said Sharp. “So, you’re starting your year off in the deficit.”

    Sharp says the 50/30/20 rule can be an option — 50% of your income for your needs, 30% for your wants and 20% for savings.

    “Do what makes sense for you and your family, something that you can stick to,” said Sharp.

    Sharp recommends budgeting throughout the year and including the holiday shopping in that budget — something Matthews says she and her husband work hard to follow.

    “We don’t have to cut back on anything because we’ve been planning all year,” said Matthews.

    Sharp says don’t just budget for gifts but add in other costs like food, clothing and travel. When you shop for the holidays without a budget, Sharp says it leads to regret and buyer’s remorse.

    “Not having to deal with financial hangovers after you’ve spent money that you didn’t plan to, or money that you didn’t have,” said Sharp.

    Matthews says for her family of six, it’s about making memories, not regrets.

    “Budgeting is a part of adulting, which isn’t that fun, but it is very necessary and it helps to provide the life in which I feel like my kids deserve,” said Matthews.

    The National Retail Federation expects holiday spending to be more than a trillion dollars. The NRF expects November and December retail sales to grow between 3.7% and 4.2% over 2024. Last year’s holiday sales increased 4.3% over 2023, with $976.1 billion in spending.

    Some tips to reduce overspending or spending over your budget include:

    • Set a total number for your spending max
    • Create a list of who to buy for and how much to spend on each person
    • Categorize your spending
    • Start a holiday fund in January and contribute to it throughout the year
    • Shop early for deals and discounts, avoid last-minute anything (shopping, travel)
    • Avoid buying for yourself when shopping for others
    • Turn off one click buying or saved payment methods on websites to reduce impulse buying
    • Make homemade gifts
    • Avoid buy now and pay later
    • Use cash or debit cards instead of credit
    • Set up bank account alerts when your account gets below a certain number

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  • Artisan Fest 513 brings handcrafted goods and holiday shoppers together

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    CINCINNATI — With Christmas just days away, shoppers looking for last-minute gifts had a chance this weekend to support local entrepreneurs at Artisan Fest 513 in downtown Cincinnati.

    What You Need To Know

    • Shoppers looking for last-minute gifts had a chance this weekend to support local entrepreneurs at Artisan Fest 513 in downtown Cincinnati

    • The market featured a wide range of handcrafted goods, including candles, knitwear and wellness products

    • Vee’s Herbal Exchange is a wellness brand specializing in handcrafted herbal goods such as soaps and body butters

    Nearly a dozen vendors set up shop in Washington Park as part of the Artisan Market’s recurring pop-up series, which aims to give small businesses face-to-face access to customers while encouraging residents to shop locally.

    The market featured a wide range of handcrafted goods, including candles, knitwear and wellness products, offering shoppers items not typically found in big-box stores.

    Among the vendors was Cori Venning, founder and CEO of Vee’s Herbal Exchange, a wellness brand specializing in handcrafted herbal goods such as soaps and body butters. Some of the products are even safe for consumption.

    Venning launched the business earlier this year and does not yet operate a brick-and-mortar storefront. She said events like Artisan Fest 513 play a critical role in building brand awareness and connecting with potential customers.

    “Being able to meet people face to face and tell the story behind my products really helps customers connect with what I’m doing,” Venning said. 

    The event is part of the Artisan Market’s broader #BuyLocal513 campaign, which organizers say has generated more than $1 million in local economic impact to date.

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  • Ducks score late to defeat Blue Jackets

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    ANAHEIM, Calif. — Pavel Mintyukov slid a shot from the slot past Elvis Merzlikins with 3:29 left and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3 on Saturday night.

    What You Need To Know

    • Anaheim’s goalie made 23 saves

    • Dmitri Voronkov, Mason Marchment and Zach Werenski scored for Columbus

    • Merzlikins made 24 saves

    Mikael Granlund threaded a pass from the right circle to set up Merzlikins, and also scored. Jacob Trouba and Mason McTavish added goals to help the Ducks move back into first place in the Pacific Division.

    Anaheim goalie Lukas Dostal made 23 saves. He was pulled Friday night in an 8-3 loss to Dallas after he gave up four goals on seven shots in the first 14 1/2 minutes.

    Dmitri Voronkov, Mason Marchment and Zach Werenski scored for Columbus. Merzlikins made 24 saves.

    Werenski tied it at 3 with 7:16 left, taking a pass from Denton Mateychuk and snapping a shot from the left circle over Dostal’s right blocker. He has five goals in three games and 14 overall.

    Werenski was injured when he blocked a shot with 2:11 left and struggled to get to the bench, the Blue Jackets taking a penalty for too many men on the ice that stifled any comeback hopes.

    Columbus tied it at 2 when Marchment, acquired from the Seattle Kraken on Friday, redirected a waist-high, blue-line shot from Damon Severson past Dostal 3:39 into the second.

    Anaheim took a 3-2 lead when fourth-line winger Ross Johnston slipped a pass from behind the Columbus net to McTavish, who snapped a shot from the slot over Merzlikins’s right shoulder with 6:24 left in the second.

    Up next

    Ducks: Host Seattle on Monday night.

    Blue Jackets: At Los Angeles on Monday night.

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  • Hidden camera found in a Hocking Hills Airbnb

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    HOCKING HILLS, Ohio — Airbnb rentals have become a go-to option for travelers seeking something more personal than a hotel. Offering unique spaces, privacy and often a better price.

    But as their popularity continues to soar, there are growing concerns about what guests may not see when they check in. 

    What You Need To Know

    • A hidden camera was found in a Hocking Hills rental property 

    • The man who placed the camera there was sentenced to almost a decade in prison 

    • He was recording adults and children in the bathroom 

    Last month, an Akron man was sentenced to nearly a decade in prison after hiding a camera in the bathroom of his Hocking Hills rental cabin.

    The Hocking County Sheriff’s Office said the man was secretly recording over 50 guests, including children. 

    “Especially in the past year or so, Airbnb has really cracked down on privacy issues. And has been very clear with hosts on the platform that they have a zero-tolerance policy for any sort of cameras within the home or any private spaces,” said Sarah Karakaian, co-owner of Thanks for Visiting. 

    Karakaian is an expert in the short-term rental industry. 

    She said as an Airbnb host herself, she’s glad they make the hosts go through background checks but encourages guests to do their own research when booking a short-term rental. 

    “Is it monitored by any sort of municipality in terms of does that host have to have a permit? Do they have to operate under some sort of jurisdiction other than Airbnb?” Karakaian said. 

    The police department said cabin renters found the hidden camera in the ceiling of a bathroom and a residential search warrant was executed.

    The lead detective in the case said recorded videos from the camera date back to Sept. 2023 through Feb. 2024.

    Garrett Hendricks, a criminal defense attorney, said that under Ohio law, you’re right to record is based on whether an individual being recorded has a reasonable expectation of privacy. 

    “What that means is if the person believes they’re in private and they’re not likely to be recorded, then the law generally doesn’t allow recording,” said Hendricks, owner of Hendricks Law Office LLC. 

    Hendricks also said the charges can be much more severe when children are involved. 

    “If you are recording minors or adults illegally, meaning one of those places where they do have an expectation for privacy, certainly you can get into additional trouble or you have additional criminal exposure based on the fact that it is a minor as opposed to an adult because of the child pornography laws,” Hendricks said. 

    In the Hocking Hills case, the man will have to register as a Tier II sex offender for 25 years.

     

     

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  • Man allegedly tries shooting Canton officer, gun doesn’t fire

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    CANTON, Ohio — A 21-year-old man is being charged with attempted murder, felonious assault on a peace officer and more after he allegedly pulled a gun on an officer who had arrested him and another person for shoplifting at a Canton Walmart on Thursday.

    What You Need To Know

    • A man allegedly attempted to shoot a Canton officer on Thursday, after he was arrested for shoplifting, but the gun did not fire

    • He and a woman were being processed for the suspected shoplifting in the Walmart loss prevention office when he allegedly pulled out a handgun and attempted to shoot

    • He now faces attempted murder, felonious assault on a peace officer and more charges

    The suspect, Shane Newman, was being processed in Walmart’s loss prevention office for the suspected shoplifting along with Katerina Jeffrey, 23. That’s when police said that he pulled out a handgun and tried shooting the officer.

    The gun, however, didn’t shoot.

    “The officer, with assistance from a Walmart loss prevention specialist, secured the suspect after a brief struggle,” reads a release from Canton police. “The officer was not injured.”

    Newman is being charged with:

    • Attempt to commit murder
    • Felonious assault on peace officer
    • Robbery
    • Aggravated possession of drugs
    • Weapons under disability

    Jeffrey is being charged with complicity to commit robbery.

    “This incident is a reminder of the ever-present threat of violence against police officers and the gracious provision of God’s protection,” Chief John Gabbard said in the release. “Thank you to all of you who regularly pray with me for our officers and our community.”

    Police ask that anyone with information on the case call 330-649-5800 or 330-489-3144. They can also submit anonymous tips to Tip411 or Stark County Crime Stoppers.

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