Paul Brown Stadium at Massillon Washington High School has new turf on the field this year and cell phones will not be allowed permitted for students during classes... also some new faculty members join the Tiger-Town community this year.

Get the full story HERE from the Canton Repository

"DID I STUTTER?!"

Fans of NBC's 'The Office' know that line all too well, and this Saturday, August 24th, you'll have the chance to see Leslie David Baker, the actor that said those three words as 'Stanley Hudson' on the long running NBC comedy as he will make an appearance for the Rubber Duck's "The Office" theme night!

In addition, the first 1000 guests through the gates will get a 'Kevin Malone w/ his infamous chili' bobblehead that commemorates another epic episode.  (Brian Baumgartner who played Kevin Malone was originally slated to attend) 

First Pitch is 7:05 PM as your Akron Rubber Ducks take on the Richmond Flying Squirrels and there will be post-game fireworks sponsored by our sister station, 97.5 WONE-FM

You can buy tickets to the game HERE

(Courtesy of MILB.com and NBC/Universal)

With the severe storms that moved through our area on Sunday, and more possible over the next few days, here are a few helpful links:

CLICK HERE to find an estimated time for your power to be restored by FirstEnergy

CLICK HERE for the National Weather Service website for Special Weather Statements, local forecast, and current conditions and radar images

...and of course WQMX is one of the ONLY radio stations in NEO that is LIVE AND LOCAL 24/7/365 to make sure that you have the information that you need, when you need it!

Always one to give back to his Hometown, LeBron James made a trip back to Akron to unveil some new additions and improvements at his "I Promise" School on West Market street on Wednesday.

A media lab, a family training center, a family resource wing and an area called “believers bend”, which highlights the achievements of some of history's biggest underdogs, were among the new additions inside the facility, but the highlight of the day was outside:  An updated and state-of-the-art Basketball Court!

LeBron and the rest of the "Fab Five" (his former high school teammates from St.V) along with Head Coach Dru Joyce were all on hand to help christen the court with a 5 on 5 game against the kids.

For the full story from Fox 8 Cleveland, CLICK HERE

If you need a new pic for your Social Media, a quick trip to 'Maria's Field of Hope' at Cedar Point in Sandusky may be just what you need to find that perfect selfie!

If you aren't in a hurry, the 'Original' location in Avon might be a little closer and should be ready for you in a couple weeks, if the weather cooperates.

Prayers For Maria, an organization started by the family of Maria McNamara, who lost her battle with cancer at 7 years old, has announced that 'Maria's Field Of Hope - Cedar Point' has bloomed earlier than expected. 

The first seeds were planted in 2014 at the Avon location on Chester Road off of Jaycox Road, and the newer location is next to Cedar Point's Express Hotel in Sandusky.

Check out Prayers For Maria on INSTAGRAM for the latest updates so you can plan your trip when they bloom!

There's more info for you courtesy of Fox 8 Cleveland, HERE

For the last six years The Olive Garden has annually sold their "Never Ending Pasta Pass", which entitles the lucky card-holder to dine on unlimited OG Pasta once a day, every day, for a designated period over the course of about 8 weeks.

This year, as promised, the offer is bigger than ever - they've added an additional week to the traditional 'Pasta Pass', BUT they have also added a chance for 50 lucky folks to get the new "LIFETIME Pasta Pass" that will never expire!

The "Never Ending Pasta Pass" goes on sale this Thursday August 15th and will cost about $100.  As these have typically sold out in minutes, if not seconds, anyone that is able to purchase one will have the chance to "Opt-In" for the $500 "Lifetime" pass, but only the first 50 to Opt-In that have successfully purchased the basic pass will be given the opportunity on the following day - Friday August 16th - to pay the extra $400 and earn the right to eat as much Pasta, Soup (or Salad) and Breadsticks as they can handle for many years to come.

For more details, CLICK HERE

(Courtesy of FoodAndWine.com)

Bouncing is not just for kids when "The Big Bounce America" Tour stops in Cleveland later this month!

On August 23rd, 24th & 25th, and August 30th through September 2nd, some of the BIGGEST Inflatable Bounce attractions ever created will be set up in the North Ridgeville area with sessions that are exclusive to different age groups for Toddlers, Big Kids, Teens and even an Adults Only session!

Your ticket price includes a designated time to enjoy "The World's Biggest Bounce House" as well as 'Unlimited Access' to two other oversized Bouncy attractions.

For details on FAMILY SESSION Tickets, CLICK HERE

For Details on ADULT ONLY SESSION Tickets, CLICK HERE

TONIGHT is the 1st Pre-Season Game of the most anticipated Cleveland Browns Season in over a decade as Baker Mayfield and Company host the Washington Redskins at 7:30PM at FirstEnergy Stadium.

If you are going to the game and plan to park and/or tailgate in the Muni Lots, the City Of Cleveland would like you to 'REVIEW THE OFFICIAL RULES' before you arrive.  

AND!!! Don't forget that you can catch EVERY GAME on our Sister Station, Akron's Home of the Brown's, 97.5 WONE-FM!

(Courtesy of FOX 8 Cleveland)

It doesn't matter to me who came up with the idea of combining chocolate and peanut butter, I'm just glad they did... and I'm glad Krispy Kreme knows what a wonderful flavor combo it is!

When I saw this on Food & Wine the other day, I had to share it with you:

Two NEW donut creations, one for those that love the combo with more chocolate, and one for those who want more peanut butter.

Available now, and only for a limited time, Krispy Kreme will be selling the new Reese's Lovers Original Filled Doughnuts.  Let's say that together real slow:  Reese's.  Lovers.  Original.  FILLED. Doughnuts.

An Original Chocolate Glazed Krispy Kreme, FILLED with Peanut butter Cream or Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream, and then dipped in either Chocolate or Peanut Butter and topped with a drizzle of the other flavor to bring it all together... by the dozen, solo, or in a 'one of each' Two Pack.  You're Welcome.

You can read more from FoodAndWine.com, HERE

Being in the hospital is usually pretty tough for kids that are battling a life threatening illness, and 12 year old Zakai Miller of Medina knows this very well as he has watched his older sister, Terje, battle cancer several times throughout their young lives.

Zakai, with lots of support from his family, friends, fellow Scouts and countless others, has been making capes and blankets for patients going through treatments at Akron Children's Hospital in hopes that it will bring them a smile and little extra courage as they continue their fight.

You can read the feel good story and see a video from News 5 Cleveland if you CLICK HERE

Keep it up Zakai!!