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Akron
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dontino’s owner Anthony Maltempi announced new specials featuring focaccia and grilled calamari salad + the wine room will showcase both affordable and high-end wine selections. Akron Beacon Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fast Eddie's Kitchen & Bar is set to open this week in a new Parma location while Baci Winery is hosting a vertical tasting of seven Chardonnays on Friday, Feb. 20 and the Brews, Bourbon & BBQ fest will move to 7 17 Credit Union Park in downtown Akron. Cleveland.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A local man won a $3.5 million jackpot after playing the same six lottery numbers for 22 years, with his winning ticket sold at a Mapco in Akron on Feb. 4. He chose the cash option + plans to buy a house and set up a home gym. Cleveland 19 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Leland Snell, a transformation coach in Akron, leads adult conditioning classes and youth boxing sessions at the Kohl Family YMCA at 477 E. Market St.—he teaches emotional regulation through his CALM initiative and supports addiction recovery while planning a new facility to integrate fitness with mental health. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Ohio Chapter of Crisis Response Canines (CRC) helps calm people during crises by sending trained K9 teams in Northeast Ohio to use deep pressure therapy to ease anxiety. Handler Shirley Graziano and her akita Zodiac lead regular training and community events to keep the team ready for emergencies. Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas ranked both the undefeated Miami RedHawks as number 26 and the Akron Zips as number 51 on his Bilas Index. The Zips (21-5, 12-1 in the MAC) will compete next in the MAC Tournament from March 12-14 at Rocket Arena. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Keiryn McGuff scored 22 points (a career-high) and hit the winning basket in a double overtime game as Akron overcame Ohio 108-105 at James A. Rhodes Arena on Wednesday night (pushing their MAC Tournament hopes alive). WKYC
- ➤ Greater Akron high school football players will compete on the North team in the annual all star games on April 25 at Paul Brown Tiger Stadium in Massillon. Coaches include Wadsworth coach Justin Todd (for Divisions one through three) and Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy coach Nick Cook. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The Ohio High School Athletic Association released the tournament schedule for Akron-area boys basketball teams (Divisions III-VII). Games will be played from Feb. 23 to Feb. 27 at various local venues. Akron Beacon Journal
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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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