Daily
Akron
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Retailer Francesca's filed for bankruptcy on Feb. 6 and started going-out-of-business sales nationwide. The chain plans to close its 15 Ohio stores (including two near Akron) as it blamed a data breach and tech issues for its struggles. Akron Beacon Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local baker Hilary Fann of Kabylia Baguette shared her detailed Valentine's Flutter Butters cookie recipe—an homage to cherished family traditions—for Akron residents on Feb. 10, inviting home bakers to enjoy a nostalgic treat. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Local bakeries in Akron are now offering paczki with extra filling ahead of Fat Tuesday on Feb. 17. Twenty-three outlets support the tradition, so check with your favorite shop (like North Hill Donuts or Stacked Akron) to enjoy these traditional Polish treats before Lent. Akron Beacon Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Akron Public Schools Superintendent Mary B. Outley will host a three-month listening tour to meet families at six district sites (including Ellet and North High) from Feb. 19 through April 21. She will deliver her first State of the District speech on March 3 at an Akron Press Club luncheon. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Akron school board approved an updated four-year financial forecast on Feb. 9 that delays the shortfall from 2028 to 2029. The district must cut $11 million from its nearly $386 million budget to avoid state oversight — further review by the Ohio Auditor’s Office is coming soon. Akron Beacon Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local tenants report trash has not been collected for weeks & city sanitation officials are set to review pickup schedules soon. Cleveland 19 News
- ➤ On Monday, Feb. 16, post offices, banks, & the stock market will be closed for Presidents Day while most Kroger stores remain open. In Akron, trash pickup will run as normal. Akron Beacon Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hospitals in Akron equipped their security teams with body cameras to help reduce violence against workers. Summa Health and Cleveland Clinic Akron General began using the devices yesterday, following strict training and privacy guidelines (which support safe interactions). Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vote for Akron-Area High School Athlete of the Week covering Feb. 2-8 is open until 5 p.m. Feb. 12 on BeaconJournal.com; nominees include top-performing boys+girls from local schools, with winners set to be announced Feb. 13. 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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