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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 49-year-old Barberton man cut the gas line at his home on 15th Street Northwest and threatened to ignite it on Tuesday evening—leading to an hours-long SWAT standoff, the evacuation of nearby homes, a technical gas shutdown and his arrest after treatment for medical issues. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Jon Tae Von Angelo Nelson, 30, was arrested on Wednesday in Akron after he allegedly fired at police during a traffic stop—U.S. marshals charged him with assault on a police officer and weapons violations. Cleveland.com
- ➤ Akron Police investigated the shooting deaths of 26 year old Elliot Aletesa and 44 year old Jessica Violand — an apparent murder-suicide — when officers found their bodies in a bedroom at a home on South Highland Avenue on Monday night. iHeartMedia
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Akron is celebrating its 200th anniversary with many bicentennial events planned through December—this includes a museum grand opening on April 5, lantern lighting downtown on the same day, a musical concert on April 22, and additional history talks, sports tournaments and parades in the coming months. Signal Akron
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 1,800 Akron Public Schools 5th graders participated in an interactive performance at the Akron Civic Theatre on March 19th, playing recorders with the Akron Symphony Orchestra as part of the Link Up program by Carnegie Hall. Music teachers from Akron and Stow-Munroe Falls City School District led the students through jazz pieces and explained the different sections of the orchestra. Signal Akron
- ➤ Fifth grader M’Kenzie Young won The Amazing Shake competition—a pilot program by Akron Schools teaching essential professional skills. The contest featured 165 students from six schools practicing etiquette like firm handshakes and eye contact, and the program may expand to all APS fifth graders next school year pending budget approval. Signal Akron
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ward 2 Councilman Phil Lombardo has tracked burnt-out streetlights on Creighton Avenue for six years and tied a bright pink ribbon — a signal for First Energy to fix the lights. Local residents said they feel safer when the lights work and Lombardo said he will continue marking outages until every streetlight is repaired. News 5 Cleveland
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach John Groce said his Akron Zips players earn the title 'an Akron guy' by giving full effort every day—showing hard work in class and on the court as they build their team spirit. The team will play Arizona at 7:30 p.m. on Friday at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle in the NCAA Tournament. Akron Beacon Journal
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Introduction to Target Archery
Participants will learn international-style target archery and practice their skills at a temporary indoor range with all equipment and hands-on instruction provided.
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She Kills Monsters at Akron Civic Theatre
She Kills Monsters is a theatrical performance exploring themes of friendship and fantasy, taking place at the Akron Civic Theatre.
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Joy of Writing Workshop
A supportive workshop for individuals looking to develop their writing skills and share their stories, hosted at the Northwest Akron Branch Library.
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Pokémon Club Gathering
The Pokémon Club at the Northwest Akron Branch Library is a community event for fans to engage in games, crafts, and show off their favorite Pokémon.
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Open Interviews for 2nd Shift Production Operators
Hiring Event @ 1020 Lambert Street, Barberton, OH 44203 1:00 - 4:00 pm
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Herb Alpert with the Tijuana Brass Live
Herb Alpert and his band will perform classic Tijuana Brass hits in a nostalgic evening filled with music and memorabilia.
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Minecraft Madness at Northwest Akron Branch Library
Celebrate Minecraft with themed activities, crafts, and snacks at the Northwest Akron Branch Library.
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Jackson Dean Concert
7-9 p.m. | The Dusty Armadillo | Ticket prices vary | Experience a night of live music with Jackson Dean in Rootstown.
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Monthly Tabletop Role Playing Game Club
2-4 p.m. | Northwest Akron Branch Library | Free entry | Engage in creative storytelling and strategic gameplay with fellow tabletop enthusiasts.
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Akron Open Door AA Meeting
7:30-8:30 p.m. — 610 W Exchange St, Akron, OH — Free entry — Discover local resources and support for alcohol addiction in a welcoming environment.
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Open House at 1386 Briarhill Drive
4:30-6:00 p.m. — 1386 Briarhill Drive — Free entry — Explore this charming four-bedroom Colonial surrounded by nature before the auction.
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The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
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