Ahura Mazda
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Ahura Mazda the creator god of Zoroastrianism, the force for good and the opponent of
Ahriman; also called
Ormazd. The name is Avestan, and means literally ‘wise deity’.
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AKRON, Ohio: UA Press Publishes Book 'Walks Around Akron: Rediscovering A City In Transition'
News Wire article from: Targeted News Service; 9/5/2007; 454 words
; University of Akron issued the following news release: The University of Akron Press has published a new book for Akron history buffs and anyone who enjoys walking through scenic Akron. "Walks around Akron: Rediscovering a City in Transition...
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Akron Thermal needs customers to pay up: Judge asked to make companies handle bills.
Newspaper article from: Akron Beacon Journal (Akron, OH); 6/30/2007; 700+ words
; Byline: John Higgins Jun. 30--Akron Thermal has asked a federal judge to force the Akron Civic Theatre, the Akron Industrial Incubator and the Akron Aeros to pay their outstanding steam bills. Akron Thermal says it needs the money now...
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Akron-Canton stepping up; Regional airfield on track for continued robust growth through decade.(Insight)
Magazine article from: Crain's Cleveland Business; 12/13/2004; ; 700+ words
; ...JAY MILLER Fred Krum, director of the Akron-Canton Regional Airport, says he isn...International Airport. He'll also tell you Akron-Canton leases a billboard just outside...business school answer. But then there's Akron-Canton's recent flight of television...
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Akron preps for Israeli investors: Talks could bring new technology to local hospitals, more jobs to Northeast Ohio.
Newspaper article from: Akron Beacon Journal (Akron, OH); 1/20/2007; 700+ words
; ...The weeklong program includes presentations in Akron, Cleveland and Beachwood. Last year, Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic led a trade mission to...included representatives of 21 public and private Akron-area institutions. "This is a natural follow...
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Akron Hardware Selects NxTrend Technology Inc.(R) as Software Vendor; SX.enterprise Aids Akron's Commitment to Total Customer Satisfaction.
PR Newswire; 11/28/2001; 700+ words
; ...NxTrend Technology, Inc. has added Akron Hardware to its growing list of hardware...that, "We couldn't be happier to count Akron Hardware alongside the many premiere companies...partnered with NxTrend. We believe that Akron Hardware's decision to team up with NxTrend...
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AKRON GETS SMART WITH GREENPRINT FOR AKRON
News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News; 4/3/2008; 700+ words
; The city of Akron issued the following press release: The City of Akron is taking a leadership role in promoting public awareness...the Cities for Climate Protection (CCP) Campaign. Akron has joined the International GreenPrint.jpg (10323...
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Akron hospitals in joint venture: Summa, Akron General to have minority stakes in new acute-care facility.
Newspaper article from: Akron Beacon Journal (Akron, OH); 1/24/2007; 700+ words
; ...long hospital stays, is partnering with Akron's rival hospitals to open a new facility...announced on Tuesday that it is joining with Akron General Medical Center and Summa Health...be known as Select Specialty Hospital of Akron on East Market Street. Select already...
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Akron Thermal ordered to vacate facility: Private steam-plant operators owe millions for water, sewer. Cleveland company called in to run utility under new deal.
Newspaper article from: Akron Beacon Journal (Akron, OH); 6/14/2007; 700+ words
; Byline: John Higgins Jun. 14--Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic has ordered Akron Thermal to vacate the city-owned steam plant that...which serves three hospitals, the University of Akron and city and county buildings. It's the latest...
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Akron: waiting for the party to get started. (retail trade recovers in downtown Akron, Ohio)
Magazine article from: Crain's Cleveland Business; 10/7/1991; ; 700+ words
; ...workers and casual strollers in downtown Akron can hop aboard trolleys which last May...like missing teeth. Welcome to downtown Akron, the at-times charming but struggling...in the starting blocks. But the core of Akron lacks, and is likely to continue to lack...
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Akron Thermal seeks bailout: Loans from Summit, FirstMerit would help the utility pay off debts.
Newspaper article from: Akron Beacon Journal (Akron, OH); 6/6/2007; 700+ words
; Byline: John Higgins Jun. 6--AKRON THERMAL -- the in-debt steam utility that serves about 200 customers in downtown Akron -- is seeking a $6.5 million loan from...authority and the bank require that the city of Akron guarantee the loans. The deals would then...
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Akron: Communications
Encyclopedia entry from: Cities of the United States
Akron: Communications Newspapers and Magazines The mainstream daily paper in the area is the Akron Beacon Journal, which is available in both...and travel. Community news is the focus of Akron's West Side Leader periodical. Several...
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Akron: Education and Research
Encyclopedia entry from: Cities of the United States
Akron: Education and Research Elementary and Secondary Schools In 2001 Akron Public Schools committed to a 10-point contract...which happened as of the 2004-2005 school year). Akron Public Schools is a large district that boasts a student...
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Akron: Recreation
Encyclopedia entry from: Cities of the United States
Akron: Recreation Sightseeing Sightseeing in Akron might start where the city itself started — with...the Railroad pass near destinations such as Inventure Place, Akron's Northside, the Visitors Center for the Canal, Rockside...
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Akron: Economy
Encyclopedia entry from: Cities of the United States
Akron: Economy Major Industries and Commercial...as the "Rubber Capital of the World," Akron has moved forward into the world of liquid...The Polymer Valley." The University of Akron supports the industry with both a College...
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Akron: Transportation
Encyclopedia entry from: Cities of the United States
Akron: Transportation Approaching the City The Akron-Canton Airport is located just south of Akron proper and is accessed by Interstate 77. The airport offers a range of commercial flight options, with carriers such as AirTran, Delta, Frontier...
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