Ohio Governor Bans Texting While Driving (POLL)

What do you think of the new law? Is it a good or bad thing for Ohio's drivers?

UPDATE: Water Main Break Fixed, Water Restored to Homes

Water was shut off down Liberty Road until Wednesday evening.

Have you Noticed Cords on Norton Road? Here's What They're About

Nicholson Land Services are doing seismic testing. What's that you ask? Read on.

Stow's 'First Newspaper' Now Available on Library Website

Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library digitizes collection of newsletters dated between 1934-1948.

Stow Memorial Day Program 2012

On Monday, people will gather at Stow Cemetery to honor those who have served their country.

Deployment to Afghanistan Likely for Stow Law Director

City Council makes plans for absence of Brian Reali, a lawyer for the Ohio Army National Guard.

Several Rezoning Requests on City Council Agenda Tonight

Property owners on Kent, Graham and Williamson are seeking changes.

City Awarded $331,000 Grant To Benefit Student Pedestrians

Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Program funds will be used to create sidewalks, improve crosswalk.

Marhofer Rezoning Request on Planning Commission Agenda

Marhofer dealership wants three single-family properties on Thorndale rezoned from residential to commercial.

What Papers Can You Toss after Tax Filing Season?

IRS weighs in on what paperwork you should keep and what you can ditch.

Rezoning Requests Are Focus of Public Hearings Monday

City Council has a few things on the agenda for May 21, 2012 — preview them here.

Resident Wants Path Cleaned Up: Letter to the Editor (Photos)

"We work hard to keep our yard looking nice and directly next to us looks like a dump!"

Stow Politicians Returning to D.C. for Local Government Conference

Take a look at last year's blogs from (then council woman) Mayor Sara Drew and Councilman Mike Rasor.

Watch: Residents Line Procession, Gun Salute for Second Lt. David Rylander

Second Lt. David Rylander of Stow was laid to rest May 12 after being killed in Afghanistan May 2, 2012.

Hey Ward 3, What Do You Like/Dislike About Your 'Patch' of Town?

Patch and the Ward 2 Councilman wants to know what the best and the worst things are about your section of Stow.

Police Officers Hired this Summer, Staffing Levels Back to 2009 Range

The Stow Police Department will welcome two new members to its force after City Council approved the new positions during a hiring freeze.

Congressman Mourns Loss of Soldier in Blog

Rep. Steven LaTourette leaves his condolences about the loss of Second Lt. David E. Rylander. "This is a horrible loss, and we all grieve for a brave and wonderful young man who made the ultimate sacrifice for his country."

Second Lt. Rylander Was 'Always Thinking of Others'

The parents of Second Lt. David Rylander talk about their 23-year-old son who was killed in Afghanistan.

Map of Soldier's Procession Route: Will You Line the Street Saturday?

The procession route where the fallen Stow soldier will travel Saturday is already lined with the city's flags.

Mayor and President Feel the Same About Same-Sex Marriage: They Support It

What do you think of the president's decision to support gay marriage May 9, 2012? How do you feel about your own mayor supporting marriage equality in Stow?

#RIP Second Lt. Rylander: What People are Tweeting

Take a look at the condolences and thank you's Twitter users said about the Stow soldier who died in Afghanistan May 2, 2012.

Stow and Woman Tasered by Police Fail to Reach Agreement in Federal Lawsuit

The woman Tasered by a Stow officer rejected an offer by the city to settle the case. The dash cam video filmed during the incident is attached to this story.

Tomci Memorial Foundation Extends Condolences to Rylander Family

Cpl. Joseph A. Tomci of Stow died in 2006 while serving in the Marine Corp. in Iraq. Stow recently lost another soldier, Second Lt. David Rylander, on May 2 while serving overseas.

Second Lt. David Rylander Killed in Afghanistan

The 23-year-old from Stow was killed in action May 2, 2012.

Hiring Police Officers and Farmer's Market Discussed Monday Evening

City Council has a few things on the agenda for May 7, 2012 — preview them here.

Ward 2: It's All About Family and Entertainment

Patch followed up with the Ward 2 Councilman about what he liked and disliked about his "patch" of town.

LOOK: Students Branch Out of the Classroom to Plant a Tree for Arbor Day

Students at Indian Trail got some hands-on training in tree planting to celebrate Arbor Day.

Spring Cleaning: Stow has Permission to Throw Out Old, Broken Items

The city has never cleaned up and throw away erroneous or old equipment since City Hall was built in 1986.

County Says 'No!' to Sheriff Deputy Who Made Inmates Dance to Usher's Yeah!

A Summit County Sheriff's Deputy was fired after an internal investigation. How do you feel about the incident?

Watch: Get Your Rod and Reel Ready, The Annual Fishing Derby is Saturday!

The city is hosting the 28th annual trout fishing derby at Heritage Lake.

Hey Ward 2: What Do You Like/Dislike About Your 'Patch' of Town?

Ward 2 is the largest in the city and Patch wants to know what the best and the worst things are about your area of Stow.

Stow Officers Named 'Top Cops' for Help in Police Chase

Stow Police assisted in chasing an Akron man who was convicted of robbing a Hudson man at gunpoint.

Two New Officers to be Hired, PD Operating with 1998 Staffing Level

The 2012 budget that was passed included salaries and benefits for two more police officers.

Watch: Students Spring Clean Seniors' Yards

Through a partnership with the Stow Parks and Recreation Department, students, teachers and coaches volunteered to help seniors with various outdoor projects.

Ward 1: 'It's a Good Mix' Says Riehl

Councilman Matt Riehl answers Patch readers' questions, complaints and cheers about his "patch" of town.

Expect Delays on State Route 8 Starting Monday, April 23

Drivers may want to avoid stretches of the local highway this week.

Here's Why Your Water May Be Temporarily Discolored

Hydrant flushing begins April 23.

New Commission Lending a Hand to Those with Disabilities in Stow

The commission's goal is to make Stow accessible through infrastructure and programming.

Fracking 101: Learn More at Nearby Forum

Hear both sides of the fracking debate tonight at a forum hosted by the Akron Area League of Women Voters.

More Mulch in May

The supply at the brush site is gone, for now.