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The economy: Is your favorite store closing Check here - June 11, 2008

Summertime, and the livin' isn't easy this year, as retail chains close hundreds of stores, putting thousands of employees out of work at a time when a paycheck is more important than ever.
http://www.topix.net/city/fairlawn-oh/2008/06/the-economy-is-your-favorite-store-closing-c...

Local kids take wheel at Akron derby races - June 9, 2008

Asked what he thought of Saturday's Akron Area Soap Box Derby races, Edward Becenti grinned and said, ''Awesome.'' It was not just that his children had a good day in the suburban super stock division, where ...
http://www.topix.net/city/fairlawn-oh/2008/06/local-kids-take-wheel-at-akron-derby-races?f...

Interstate open after closing prompted by man's threat - June 7, 2008

Concerned that a man might jump from an overpass, Fairlawn police closed a portion of Interstate 77 for more than three hours late Wednesday and early today.
http://www.topix.net/city/fairlawn-oh/2008/06/interstate-open-after-closing-prompted-by-ma...

Traffic problem may get new spin - June 5, 2008

Copley Township already is home to Northeast Ohio's first modern roundabout. Now, another one might be constructed down the street.
http://www.topix.net/city/fairlawn-oh/2008/06/traffic-problem-may-get-new-spin?fromrss=1

Bob Dyer: Washing up cancels out at the door - June 3, 2008

More than one reader wanted to slap me upside the head for my flippant response to a gentleman who had expressed concern about restroom doors.
http://www.topix.net/city/fairlawn-oh/2008/06/bob-dyer-washing-up-cancels-out-at-the-door?...

Jewell Cardwell: Style show to benefit residence - June 1, 2008

Flag Day - Elisa and company will host their second annual Stand Up With Style fashion showluncheon at 1 p.m. at Fairlawn Country Club, featuring styles from J.C. Penney as well as designs by two Kent State ...
http://www.topix.net/city/fairlawn-oh/2008/06/jewell-cardwell-style-show-to-benefit-reside...