Shootouts To Play Release Party on June 12 at Auricle Outdoors in Canton

By Jeff Niesel on May 13, 2021 at 4:19PM

Hard Rock Act Nothing Coming to Grog in October

By Jeff Niesel on May 13, 2021 at 1:56PM

The hard rock act Nothing just announced a fall tour in support of its critically acclaimed new album, The Great Dismal. The band stops at the Grog Shop on Oct. 21.

Cleveland Bar and Restaurant Owners React to DeWine's Decision to Retire Covid Health Orders With New Questions on Capacity, Masks

By Douglas Trattner on May 13, 2021 at 11:16AM

Julie and I, we’re going to keep them at least through summer and maybe even winter.” As for distancing, dividers and capacity, Zeller says that the arrival of patio season takes some of the pressure off with regards to those issues.

As the COVID-19 Pandemic Evolves, Answers to 7 Lingering Vaccine Questions

By Science News on May 13, 2021 at 11:04AM

It’s now open season for COVID-19 vaccines across the United States. After months of having to scramble to find a shot, the tables have turned and most people who want one can get one.

Rent a Floating Tent at This One-of-a-Kind Campsite in Ohio

By Hailey Bollinger on May 13, 2021 at 10:13AM

Located just a little over three hours away from Cleveland, Float Troy is bringing back its unique (and slightly daring) way to camp. As you might ascertain from its namesake, the attraction is located in Troy, Ohio, and features a campsite with floating tents on the levy of the Great Miami Riverway.

DeWine's Unconventional Vaccine Lottery Could Be Smart, and Even Thrifty, Public Policy

By Sam Allard on May 13, 2021 at 9:18AM

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Bill Barring ‘Divisive Concepts’ Targets Race Discussions in Ohio Schools

By Susan Tebben, The Ohio Capital Journal on May 13, 2021 at 8:42AM

A bill in the works in the Ohio legislature would prohibit “teaching or advocating divisive concepts” on race, color, nationality, or sex, according to the sponsor of the bill. In an email request for cosponsors, state Rep. Diane Grendell, R-Chesterland, mentioned critical race theory as one of the “divisive concepts” she’d like to see kept out of state public schools as part of her bill.

Update: Second Music & Friends Garage Sale to Take Place on May 22 at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica

by Jeff Niesel on May 13, 2021 at 8:11AM

Update: Last year, a few local rock 'n' roll loving friends got together at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica for a Music & Friends Garage Sale that proved to be a huge success. Organized by Sue Csendes, a kind-hearted ticketing professional who lost her career to COVID, the event provided a safe way for friends from the local music scene to socialize and shop.

Motion City Soundtrack's Commit This to Memory Anniversary Tour Coming to House of Blues in January

By Jeff Niesel on May 12, 2021 at 5:53PM

After embarking on a farewell tour in 2016, indie rockers Motion City Soundtrack returned in late 2019/early 2020 for a tour that was cut short due to the pandemic. Just this week, the reunited band announced that it’ll hit the road in 2022 for an anniversary tour for its second album, Commit This to Memory, which came out in 2005.

RTA Revamps Network to Increase Frequency on Popular Routes. The Interactive Map is Dope.

By Sam Allard on May 12, 2021 at 2:21PM

When RTA launches its system redesign next month, twice as many people in Cuyahoga County will live within one half mile of a high-frequency transit route, (i.e. a bus or train that arrives every 15 minutes or better). More than 50,000 additional jobs will also be accessible via these high-frequency routes.

Facebook Deplatforms Anti-Vaccine Group 'Ohio Advocates for Medical Freedom'

By Jake Zuckerman, Ohio Capital Journal on May 12, 2021 at 1:19PM

Facebook booted a prominent, Ohio-based anti-vaccine advocacy group from its platform Monday, part of the company’s attempt to purge disproven health information that proliferates on its site. The Ohio Advocates for Medical Freedom said in a newsletter that Facebook deplatformed the group, which had 40,000 followers, around noon Monday.

Environmental Artist Jeff Schofield Addresses Climate Change With “Seasonal Adjustments” Exhibition At KINK Contemporary

By Shawn Mishak on May 12, 2021 at 12:26PM

Strategically scheduled between Earth Day on April 22nd and World Environment Day on June 5th, Jeff Schofield’s “Seasonal Adjustments” opened on May 8th at KINK Contemporary. This environmental art exhibition, which includes performance, video, sculpture and installation art, will run through June 5th.

Cleveland Ballet Announces Return Performances at Playhouse Square

By Vince Grzegorek on May 12, 2021 at 11:57AM

As the curtain rises at Playhouse Square after a year when the coronavirus kept it down, the roster of shows continues to grow. Cleveland Ballet announced this week that it will make its 2021 return to Cleveland's theater district with two shows this year (Don Quixote, Oct. 15-16; The Nutcracker, Dec. 3-5) and one slated for 2022 (A Midsummer Night's Dream, May 6-7).

Op-Ed: Ohio's Proposed Anti-Trans Sports Bills Are Dangerous State-Sanctioned Bigotry

By Eliana Turan on May 12, 2021 at 11:50AM

On March 2, 2020, I was invited by one of my favorite morning shows, The Sound of Ideas, to discuss HB527, which would have effectively barred trans students in Ohio from competing as their true selves. Joining as guests in favor of the bill were Beth Stelzer and Jena Powell.

Straight No Chaser Coming to Playhouse Square in December

By Jeff Niesel on May 12, 2021 at 11:04AM

Chart-topping a cappella group Straight No Chaser will finally hit the road in-person this year after a year of cancellations due to the pandemic. Just today, it announced that its Back in the High Life tour will come to Connor Palace on Dec. 12.

Korn To Play Blossom in September

by Jeff Niesel on May 12, 2021 at 10:54AM

Earlier today, nu-metal icons Korn announced the dates of a headlining tour that’ll bring the band to Blossom on Sept. 2. Staind will open the show.

Savage Love: I Do Gay Porn, How Do I Find a Partner Who Won't Fetishize Me?

By Dan Savage on May 12, 2021 at 9:17AM

I'm someone who does gay porn for a living. How do people who do gay porn meet someone who doesn't just sexualize or fetishize them?

Domestic-Violence Support: Not All Calls for Help in Ohio Getting Answered

By Mary Kuhlman, Ohio News Connection on May 12, 2021 at 9:09AM

COLUMBUS, Ohio — During a single 24-hour period last September, more than 250 survivors of domestic violence in Ohio couldn't get help when they needed it. According to the 15th annual National Census of Domestic Violence Services released Tuesday, those unmet requests included emergency shelter, transportation, childcare and legal representation, and 57% of the requests were for housing.

Aly & AJ To Play House of Blues in April 2022

By Jeff Niesel on May 12, 2021 at 9:07AM

In the wake of the release of their new album, A Touch of the Beat Gets You Up on Your Feet Gets You Out and Then Into the Sun, the pop duo Aly & AJ have just announced a 2022 tour that includes a stop at House of Blues on April 28, 2022. “Being able to create this album over the last year has been the most fulfilling piece of art we’ve made to date,” says the group in a statement.

Is the "For the People Act" for Ohio?

By Mary Kuhlman, Ohio News Connection on May 12, 2021 at 9:06AM

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A sweeping bill aimed at improving election fairness in states across the country is making its way through Congress, but Ohio's chief elections official is saying, 'No, thanks.' A Senate panel will mark up its version of the For the People Act today, after the bill passed the House in March.