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Saturday, March 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Akron encourages community engagement in the Innerbelt revitalization planning through an open house event focusing on future goals and ideas. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The Bowery Street Bridge in Akron will begin a $9.62 million replacement project on March 3, closing the street for seven months with detours planned. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The 2025 Akron Parks Challenge is now accepting registrations for a chance to win $150,000 in park improvements, with a focus on community-led design and decision-making. Akron Beacon Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The trial for Amanda Bunner, accused of the 2016 murder of her three-year-old son Jaxon from blunt force trauma, has begun in Summit County Court. Cleveland 19 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The E.J. Thomas Hall stage will feature 'Wizard of Oz on Ice' for the first time, utilizing synthetic ice for a skating performance. Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Akron and Kent State men's basketball teams prepare for a crucial rematch in the Wagon Wheel rivalry, highlighting their strong performances and key strategies for the upcoming MAC Tournament. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Greater Akron/Canton area wrestlers are set for district tournaments with state championship aspirations on the line, featuring returning champions and strong teams like Perry and Buckeye. Akron Beacon Journal
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The Wizard of Oz on Ice
Experience a magical on-ice adaptation of the classic story of Dorothy and her journey through Oz, featuring beloved characters and breathtaking performances.
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Pajama Storytime at Northwest Akron Branch Library
Families with young children are invited to enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and movement to build early literacy skills.
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3rd Annual Meet the Maker Mixer
This event features culinary tastings from local food entrepreneurs, fundraising for a commercial kitchen hood, and networking opportunities within the community.
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A Time to Play: Engaging Learning Through Play
This event at the Northwest Akron Branch Library invites young children and their caregivers to explore learning through play while fostering community connections.
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Northwest Akron Speculative Fiction Group Meeting
This event invites speculative fiction enthusiasts to engage in discussions about a selected pre-read title at the Northwest Akron Branch Library.
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March to Victory Youth Basketball Classic
The March to Victory Classic is a youth basketball tournament for boys in grades 3-8 and girls in grades 4-8 held in Akron, Ohio, featuring competitive play and opportunities for recognition.
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Spring Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
A vibrant spring show featuring local artists and crafters selling handmade items, with a portion of proceeds benefitting the Cleveland Kids Book Bank.
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Art Exploration for Children
This event invites children to explore various art techniques while minimizing mess, held monthly at the Northwest Akron Branch Library.
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Family Storytime at Northwest Akron Branch Library
The Northwest Akron Branch Library hosts a Family Storytime event, offering engaging storytelling sessions designed for young children and their families.
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DC Curry Comedy Show
DC Curry will perform at the E.J. Thomas Hall at the University of Akron.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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