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Akron
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community fundraisers benefit local groups through several events. A luncheon hosted by Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank is on Feb. 27 at the John S. Knight Center, while celebrations in Green and New Franklin on Feb. 28 help support education and food programs — events for animals and women run through April. Akron Beacon Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NE Ohio offers events this week, starting with today’s hybrid presentation at Green Branch Library in Green and a live show by Matteo Mancuso at Kent Stage. Upcoming shows in Cleveland, Akron, and Canton include tribute brunches, music festivals, and cultural presentations & theatrical performances beyond March. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Akron author Susan Bagby has released her romance novel 'Forever Kind of Love,' set in Cedar Hill, while 'Once a Wasteland'—a children’s storybook about Cuyahoga Valley’s clean-up—is now available for young readers; local libraries are hosting book talks and signings through Feb. 23 — 28. Akron Beacon Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Snow has returned to Northeast Ohio today, freezing roads and causing school delays in counties under a Winter Weather Advisory + nearly 890 ODOT crews are working to keep travel safe. WKYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The International Institute of Akron criticizes a federal policy that allows extended DHS detention for refugees and offers free legal help to secure green cards. Local families can call its legal team (330-376-5106) for assistance. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Summit County officials expanded the Take Me Home program to include individuals with conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder and addiction. Law enforcement will use the updated database (now holding more than 2,000 records) to quickly assist those at risk of getting lost. Akron Beacon Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hospitals in Northeast Ohio are using AI in radiology to help doctors quickly review scans and flag potential cancer signs. Summa Health, University Hospitals and Cleveland Clinic use ClearRead CT (approved in 2016) to improve patient care. Signal Akron
- ➤ Local dieticians from the Cleveland Clinic and Akron Children's Hospital explained that the USDA's new inverted food pyramid, introduced last month, shifts focus toward lean protein, dairy and heart-healthy fats while minimizing refined grains and processed foods. They encourage families to adjust shopping and cooking habits for better heart health. Signal Akron
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kent State baseball team upset 13th-ranked Tennessee by winning 2-1 and 9-5 on Feb. 21 and Feb. 22 after a loss on Feb. 20. Key plays (from Micah Rienst-Kiracofe and Evan Holewin) boosted the record to 5-2. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Hoban's Jackson and Firestone's Marshall each won two titles at the Division I district meet held Feb. 21 at Cleveland State University's Busbey Natatorium, advancing local swimmers like Revere's Zach Koutris and Walsh Jesuit’s Andrew Gerstenmaier to state. The event demonstrated a strong regional performance in swimming. Akron Beacon Journal
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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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Iris Blue Live
8-11 p.m. — Musica — $12 online / $15 at the door — Enjoy an evening of indie rock with Chicago’s Iris Blue and support from local favorites.
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Akron Mini Renaissance Festival
5 PM - 1 AM — The Green Dragon Inn — $15 per day — Celebrate with costumes, vendors, and live entertainment at Akron’s vibrant Renaissance Festival.
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