Good morning, Akron.

Rubber City Rescue moved into a vacant three-story building at 300 Kenmore Blvd, using two floors to care for up to 40 dogs and ease pressure from a full county shelter.

The nonprofit rescues stray dogs and depends on volunteers + donations for daily care.

Greater Akron nonprofits will host charity events in the coming weeks (pet rescue gala on Feb.

14 at St. George Fellowship Centre, breakfast-themed fundraiser on Feb. 19 at Our Lady of the Cedars, polar bear jump on Feb. 28 at Portage Lakes State Park Beach).

Akron residents should not put old electronics in their blue cart but instead drop them off at designated locations (such as the Akron Zoo’s Party for the Planet event in April, local retail centers, and recycling programs) to prevent toxic leaks from e-waste.

Proper disposal protects the environment.

Residents at Spring Hill Apartments have suffered unlivable conditions with persistent mold and pest issues (one tenant’s young child faces respiratory challenges), and Akron officials inspected the building on Feb.

8 and issued a remediation order to ensure safer living conditions.

Cavs star Donovan Mitchell will detour to attend Super Bowl 60 in Santa Clara where fiancé Coco Jones will sing Lift Every Voice and Sing after his Feb.

7 Sacramento game and before his Monday matchup with the Nuggets.

Akron-born Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, a Walsh Jesuit alumnus, led his team to a Super Bowl on Sunday and accepted a challenge from former coach Gerry Rardin to return for another big game, with Rardin expecting to attend if Vrabel delivers another turnaround + builds lasting team bonds.

The Archbishop Hoban girls basketball team won 60-26 on Senior Night at Berry Gymnasium on Feb.

8, 2026, with All-Ohioan Niera Stevens returning from a knee injury (she posted four points and two steals) to boost hopes for a strong postseason run.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.