Life + Culture

Start Early, Save Smart

Strategies for Building Your Child's College Fund Article and Photography by B.A. Schrock Financial Group The cost of a college education keeps climbing, and for many families, the price tag of higher education can feel overwhelming — especially when you're balancing daily expenses, retirement savings, and everything else life requires. Here's the good news: you don't have to have it all figured out on day one. What matters most is starting. The earlier you begin setting money aside, the more...

Life + Culture

The Power of Enrichment

How mental stimulation creates calmer, happier, better-behaved dogs. Article and Photography by The Dog Wizard Chewing the chair leg. Barking out the window. Pacing. Shredding paper. Digging holes in the yard. Destroying couch cushions. Trashcan diving. Stealing food off the counter. Compulsive fetch. Eating shoes. Chasing the cat. What do you do when your sweet dog has become a terrorist in your home? You've probably heard people say, "Give your dog a job." But what does that actually mean? ...

Sports + Recreation

Celebrating Medina County’s Greatest Athletes

The Medina County Sports Hall of Fame and All-Gazette teams honor generations of athletic excellence. Article by Emily Shea-Owen | Photography by Brandon Wierzchowski and Adam Zbydnowski Championship moments may fade with time, but the accomplishments of Medina County’s standout athletes continue to inspire generations. Since 1985, the Medina County Sports Hall of Fame has served as a lasting tribute to the men and women whose dedication, talent, and perseverance have left a mark on local...

Life + Culture

Play Finds a Home in Medina

Discover Off the Wagon toy store's newest location. Article by Erin Baka | Photography by Erin Baka and Meghan Sahr There's something timeless about stepping into a neighborhood toy store; a place where imagination takes center stage, curiosity is encouraged, and every shelf holds the promise of a new adventure. That sense of wonder recently arrived in the heart of Medina with the opening of Off the Wagon, an independent toy store known for its thoughtfully curated collection of unique toys...