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Akron
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Akron and the Akron Parks Collaborative have opened registration for the 2026 Akron Parks Challenge, letting residents help plan $150,000 in improvements for a neighborhood park; registration ends Feb. 23 and full applications are due April 6. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ Akron kids built a rainbow igloo in a front yard using 119 pans of colored water as part of a snow day project. They worked with adult help over several days to learn teamwork and science—providing a playful display for neighbors until the ice melts soon. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Cuyahoga Valley National Park will hold a volunteer open house on Feb. 28 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Happy Days Lodge – the event will offer details on citizen science, lock demonstrations, and habitat restoration, co-managed by the National Park Service and the Conservancy. Akron Beacon Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four Summit County school districts are asking voters to approve new school levies on the May ballot as they face funding gaps due to reduced state support and rising costs. Norton and Twinsburg propose earned income tax measures while Barberton and Tallmadge seek property tax levies to stabilize budgets. Akron Beacon Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A water main broke at Akron General on Feb. 7, briefly disrupting hospital services + repair crews began work soon after. Cleveland 19 News
- ➤ Amaya Phelps said mold in her Spring Hill apartment has harmed her and her son’s health, prompting the city to order mold removal in two units at 1180 Rentar Lane on Feb. 5. Phelps plans to leave after years of unresolved issues amid ongoing inspections of other units this week. Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ James Harden, traded for Darius Garland, may make his first appearance for the Cavaliers in their Denver game on Monday, Feb. 9 as the team has not yet confirmed his debut and he might also play at home on Wednesday against Washington. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Garfield boys basketball seniors reflected on their City Series win over Ellet on Friday, Feb.6+ with players MaKai Law, Terion Chapman and Reggie Edwards sharing key moments after their championship victory. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The Cavaliers beat the Kings 132-126 on Feb. 7 — James Harden scored 23 in his Cleveland debut while Donovan Mitchell led with 35 as free throws sealed a tight finish in Sacramento. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Norton High School’s girls basketball team clinched the outright Metro Athletic Conference title after they beat Field using strong defense + teamwork on their home court. Akron Beacon Journal
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Galentine's Sea Glass Trees and Collage Craft Night
6-8 p.m. — P.F. Chang's — Food and drinks available for purchase — Create beautiful sea glass trees or collages in a fun atmosphere.
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Business Networking at House Three Thirty
9-10 a.m. — House Three Thirty — Free entry — Connect with fellow Outstanding Ohioans in a vibrant community setting.
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Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Concert
7-10 p.m. — Akron Civic Theatre — Tickets required — Experience high-energy live performances featuring catchy tunes and impressive stage presence.
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Midweek Jump Off with Smokeface & Brainwreck
9:00–11:45 p.m. — Musica — $7 entry — Enjoy a live band and DJ experience featuring weekly guests as the bar opens at 7 PM.
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Girl Scout Launch Event in West Akron
6-7 p.m. — Northwest Family Recreation — Free entry — Explore space-themed activities and kick off your Girl Scout journey with hands-on learning and fun.
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Zipcon 2026
10 AM – 10 PM — Jean Hower Taber Student Union — $10 entry — Immerse yourself in anime culture at this one-day convention hosted by the University of Akron's Anime Club.
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Meet The Maker Mixer
5-7 p.m. — The Well CDC — Free entry — Experience local culinary delights while supporting community food entrepreneurs and enjoying live music.
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Shrek The Musical
7:30 p.m. — Weathervane Playhouse — Check venue for pricing — Enjoy a delightful family tale of an ogre's journey and fairy tale misfits.
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Man of La Mancha
3-4 p.m. — Ohio Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in the classic tale of hope and imagination through the vibrant performance of Man of La Mancha.
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Canstruction Awards Reception
4-7:30 p.m. — Circle of 5ths — RSVP required — Celebrate creativity in canned food art and enjoy a lively networking happy hour.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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