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Monday, March 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 12-year-old boy died Saturday in an Akron home after being found unresponsive and police charged a 23-year-old man with endangering children—he remains in custody in Summit County Jail. Cleveland.com
- ➤ Akron police are investigating the death of a 12-year-old boy who suffered cardiac arrest at 2:30 p.m. Saturday after officers and Akron Fire responded to the 100 block of South Balch Street; they have detained a 23-year-old man—known to the family—for felony child endangerment as the investigation continues. News 5 Cleveland
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Akron residents gave feedback on remaking the Innerbelt at a meeting on March 18th at the Akron Urban League—focusing on affordable housing, preserving Black history, and economic development—as officials said the planning phase will continue through the summer even if a $10 million federal grant falls through. Signal Akron
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, an unvaccinated adult in Ashtabula got measles (the first case in Ohio since July) after contact with someone who had traveled internationally; health officials ask residents to get vaccinated (two doses recommended) to stop serious illness. Signal Akron
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Alexander Pierce restaurant in Akron will host a six-course tasting dinner at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 27 paired with California wines from Northeast Ohio proprietors, with Implicit Cellars owner Ed Kuchar guiding the tasting. The dinner costs $140 with a $120 option for coat-room lounge members. Cleveland.com
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Teen Advisory Board Meeting
6-7 p.m. | Northwest Akron Branch Library | Free entry | Participate in shaping library programs and events for teens in your community.
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WRA Varsity Baseball Game
5-6:45 p.m. — Firestone Community Learning Center — Free entry — Watch a thrilling non-conference baseball matchup between Firestone and Western Reserve Academy.
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April 2025 Live Music Night: Crossbreeze
2-4:30 p.m. — Prime Vine Winery — No cover charge — Experience CrossBreeze bringing the essence of the '60s and '70s to life with classic oldies and captivating originals.
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