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Tuesday, March 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Summit County Executive Illene Shapiro encourages participation in Inclusion Day 2025, featuring events like free zoo admission for those wearing orange and an inclusive art walk, to promote inclusiveness and accessibility. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ Bernie Kosar, former Cleveland Browns quarterback, is set to speak at Shaw Jewish Community Center's JewishAkron sports dinner in Akron. Cleveland.com
- ➤ The Bowery Street Bridge in downtown Akron is undergoing deck replacement and sidewalk improvements, including a new raised bike path, with Bowery Street closed for an estimated 240 days. iHeartMedia
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An unidentified individual committed an armed robbery at a BP gas station in Springfield Township, Ohio, and remains at large. Cleveland 19 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Akron native Paul Tazewell becomes the first Black man to win an Oscar for costume design, inspiring students from his high school alma mater. News 5 Cleveland
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Akron and Cleveland have decreased by over 13 cents per gallon, aligning with a national trend of falling fuel costs amid geopolitical tensions and tariff concerns. WKYC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Akron Mayor Shammas Malik proposed a $798 million operating budget for 2025 to City Council, focusing on public safety, city service delivery, and fiscal responsibility, marking a 2% decrease from the previous year. Signal Akron
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Archbishop Hoban and Buchtel are the only Akron-area teams left in the 2024-25 OHSAA boys basketball tournament, with regional games set for this week. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Mogadore High School's girls basketball team reaches the OHSAA state semifinals for the first time, standing as the sole Akron-area team to advance. Akron Beacon Journal
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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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NEOPro Wrestling REMIX Volume One
Experience a unique blend of live professional wrestling tag teams and live music performances featuring notable talents at The Vortex in Akron.
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International Family History Fair at Akron Ohio Family Search Center
The Akron Ohio Family Search Center will host an International Family History Fair featuring educational opportunities focused on genealogy and family history.
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Ballet Excel Ohio Presents: Peter Pan
This family-friendly ballet features an imaginative retelling of Peter Pan with stunning choreography, enchanting music, and vibrant costumes at the Akron Civic Theater.
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