Good morning, Akron.

The Coffee Pot Restaurant — believed to be Summit County's oldest restaurant — will go up for auction on Jan.

8 in Barberton under owners Menda and Ken Ramsey.

The Coffee Pot (Summit County's oldest restaurant) closed on Christmas Eve and will be auctioned soon with its famous coffee pot facade included.

Ohio's U-Haul Growth Index fell 29 spots to No. 43 in 2025 as one-way customer departures made up 50.3% of trips; some Central Ohio suburbs still showed growth.

The local school board voted (Jan.

6) to reinstate the suspended superintendent, paving the way for new leadership in the district. The decision followed a detailed review and is expected to restore stability in the schools.

New Akron school board members Nathan Jarosz, Karmaya Kelly and Phil Montgomery took the oath at Garfield Community Learning Center (Garfield CLC) on Jan.

5 along with returning member Gregory Harrison. Family and community members attended the ceremony.

A minor earthquake was detected in Northeast Ohio on Tuesday, Jan.

6, and seismologists confirmed the low-magnitude tremor (no damage was reported) as they continue to monitor for aftershocks.

Akron is launching Civic Assembly to let 65 randomly selected residents propose housing solutions.

The volunteer group will meet weekly from March 14 to May 14 and receive support ($1,000 stipend, transportation, and childcare) while planning a public presentation in summer.

Summit County reported a steep rise in flu cases and hospitalizations, with new data showing numbers well above past years.

Local health officials (including experts from Akron Children’s Hospital) said an H3N2 variant is largely to blame and urged residents to get their annual flu vaccine.

In the 2025 season, Greater Akron girls volleyball teams showcased standout stars as Wadsworth, Hoban, and others advanced to state and regional tournaments, earning top honors and committing to college programs.

Leaders such as Rowan Kelly, Lauren Decker, and the Mintz twins drove these local successes.

On Tuesday, Jan. 6, Akron hosted Central Michigan at Rhodes Arena in its third MAC game; the Zips entered with a 10-4 record and Tavari Johnson averaged 20.6 points & Central Michigan held a 4-11 mark.

Richard Lloyd Live Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Musica — $23 — Experience the legendary guitarist Richard Lloyd as he showcases classic rock sounds in an intimate setting.

Spiritual New Year's Resolution Discussion

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Portage Path CLC — Free entry — Explore the spiritual path to happiness and personal growth inspired by Bahá’í teachings.

Karaoke Thursday at Musica

9 PM - 1 AM — Musica — Free entry — Grab a drink and take the mic at this fun karaoke night.

Susan Carson Live at Front St Social

7-11 p.m. — Front St Social — Free entry — Experience an evening of diverse music by Susan Carson and Rikk Mayr.

Female Fronted Rock Night

7-10 p.m. — Musica — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening filled with vibrant performances by talented female-fronted bands.

DJ Dracula

8-11 p.m. — Musica — Free entry — DJ Dracula returns to spin classic alternative, new wave, and punk vinyl for a nostalgic night out.

FREE FRIDAY: Outdated View, Cabin Fever, SpAIR Jordans

8-11 p.m. — Musica — Free entry — Enjoy a night of psychedelic blues rock and indie vibes from three amazing bands.

Square Records Closing Fundraiser

7-10 p.m. — Musica — $9.07 — Celebrate the legacy of Square Records as it bids farewell to Akron's music scene.

TB Book Club Meeting

6-7:30 p.m. — 750ml Wines Akron — Open to all Torchbearers — Connect over books and join a fun book swap at this month's meeting.

Cucina Demonstration Dinner – Home-Style Tuscan Comforts

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — $75.00 - $80.00 USD — Explore comforting Tuscan recipes and culinary techniques in an engaging demonstration dinner.