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Akron
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews are fixing a sinkhole in the 1100 block of North Howard Street (caused by a broken water main from 1917) where the road between Luka and Creston avenues remains closed until Tuesday. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ A rusted oil tank leaked behind Hudson High School on Sunday, prompting a hazmat response that continues into Monday as officials work with state agencies + cleanup contractors to remove oil pooling on the parking lot and soccer field. Akron Beacon Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Akron's Christian community will mark the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, with services, prayer, and fasting (a 40-day season) as they prepare for Easter on April 5. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The panel discussion 'Black History is Local History' will be held on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. in the Munroe Falls meeting room at the public library, featuring a Q&A moderated by a University of Akron professor & hosted by the DEI Alliance. Akron Beacon Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices remain steady in Akron today at $2.78 per gallon (GasBuddy data) while nearby Cleveland’s fall 3.7 cents to $2.80, and the national average shows a modest rise. This reflects slight market changes affecting local fuel costs. WKYC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ETVentura Foods LLC recalled over 20,000 peanut butter products after blue plastic pieces were found; the recall affects Ohio and 39 other states (Kentucky is not included). Consumers should check labels and discontinue use to avoid potential health risks. Akron Beacon Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fish fry dinners are being offered Friday during Lent at local churches, clubs & restaurants in the Akron area. Options include baked cod, fried fish and more with pick-up available (carryout offered) beginning Feb. 20. Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sagamore Hills native Kyra Dossa competes in women's aerials qualification for Team USA at the Winter Olympics in Milan today, with runs scheduled for (4:45 and 5:30 a.m. ET). WKYC
- ➤ BetOnline.ag names the Cavaliers as the favorite to sign LeBron James after his season with the Lakers ends, with an 87.5% chance of his return. Local sports talk shows are buzzing about the Akron native potentially returning to the team where he once thrived. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Walsh University's football team embraced Zach Bucklew—a player battling T-cell leukemia since last January—by giving him a team locker and signed gear to feel part of the lineup. His resilience inspires teammates and shows how strong support on campus builds morale. News 5 Cleveland
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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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Sip & Stitch Craft Night
6:30-8 p.m. — HiHO Brewing Co. — Cost varies — Enjoy a cozy evening of knitting, crocheting, and sewing while sipping craft beers.
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