Shop Local Spotlight:

Feature Stories

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The content of this website was created by students in the Fall 2023 Public Relations writing course at The University of Akron. Any of the information on this website may be used the way a feature news release would be used. If a significant portion of a student's work is used, a byline will help them build their professional writing portfolio.

For high resolution images to run with a story about shopping small in Akron or to reach any of the businesses featured in the guide, contact Professor Julie Cajigas at julieca@uakron.edu for additional media information.

A ZipsGuide to Black History Month

Although Black History Month comes to a close on February 29, Akronites can support economic equity and black prosperity in Akron all year round with the Akronite App.

Students featured in this section chose to write larger feature stories that offer advice for gifting as well as mini directories of their favorite small businesses.