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Lauren J. Young

Lauren J. Young

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Digital Editor, Akron Beacon Journal

Akron

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netflix,energy biomedical research, obesity robots, the affordable care act

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Sports, Business, Religion, Self Improvement...

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Total articles 137

  • 'That's so cool!': Hear what LeBron James said when he saw his Ken doll for the first time

    By Lauren J. Young Verified| The Canton Repository Verified LeBron James was quite impressed with his miniature self. The Akron native was grinning ear to ear like a kid on Christmas morning when he saw the Barbie Signature Kenbassador version of himself for the first time. James was recently announced as being part of the collection, which "celebrates influential Ken figures who are creating positive change and contributing to a better world for all."The venture appears be in collaboration with the Laker star's LeBron James Family Foundation.

    By Lauren J. Young Verified · The Canton Repository

    Apr. 08, 2025

  • LeBron James Barbie doll goes on sale this month. Why it's significant and where to get it

    By Lauren J. Young Verified| Yahoo Entertainment Verified LeBron James continues to make history. This month, the Akron native will be among the few to be immortalized into a Barbie – or should we say Ken – doll. James has been chosen to a be a part of the Barbie Signature Kenbassadors collection, which "celebrates influential Ken figures who are creating positive change and contributing to a better world for all."He's apparently the first male athlete to be part of the new Kenbassador line.

    By Lauren J. Young Verified · Yahoo Entertainment

    Apr. 07, 2025

  • 'That's so cool!': Hear what LeBron James said when he saw his Ken doll for the first time

    By Lauren J. Young Verified| The Canton Repository Verified LeBron James was quite impressed with his miniature self. The Akron native was grinning ear to ear like a kid on Christmas morning when he saw the Barbie Signature Kenbassador version of himself for the first time. James was recently announced as being part of the collection, which "celebrates influential Ken figures who are creating positive change and contributing to a better world for all."The venture appears be in collaboration with the Laker star's LeBron James Family Foundation.

    By Lauren J. Young Verified · The Canton Repository

    Apr. 08, 2025

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Akron Beacon Journal

The Akron Beacon Journal/Ohio.com is a daily broadsheet newspaper and digital news platform based in Akron, Ohio. It is owned by Gannett and is part of the USA TODAY Network. The publication has a rich history, tracing its roots back to the Summit Beacon in 1839, and it has received four Pulitzer Prizes for its investigative reporting and public service. The Akron Beacon Journal offers a print edition that covers local news, sports, and community events across Summit County and nearby areas. Its digital platform, Ohio.com, provides online news, subscription-based articles, and multimedia content. The publication focuses on serving local residents and businesses, emphasizing hyperlocal reporting and community engagement. It aims to grow its digital audience while maintaining its commitment to quality journalism.

Akron, United States

+1 330-996-3000

Founded: 1839