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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Akron area organizers have planned many Easter egg hunts and events for families, including hunts at the Akron Zoo (April 5 to 6, 12 to 13, and 19), at Stan Hywet (April 19 with morning and afternoon sessions), and at the Summit County Land Bank in Akron (April 12). Other events in Barberton, Cuyahoga Falls, Kenmore, Kent, Stow, and Twinsburg offer free activities, candy-filled eggs, and chances to take photos with the Easter Bunny. Akron Beacon Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Akron History Center opens this weekend with hours on Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 6 from 1 to 4 p.m., and the Downtown Akron Sakura Festival runs Saturday from 1 to 7 p.m. — offering cherry blossom views, sake and sushi tastings, tea making and an 8 p.m. lantern boat lighting at Lock 2. A Puppy Pals Live show plays at Goodyear Theater on Saturday at 3 p.m. with tickets costing between $22 and $27. Signal Akron
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the City of Akron is one of 20 finalists for the National Civic League All-America City Award—a fourth recognition for the city that was honored in 1981, 1995 and 2008. An Akron team will travel to Denver from June 27-29 to pitch its record of civic innovation and community engagement. Signal Akron
- ➤ Today the Ohio Army National Guard Best Warrior Competition begins at Camp James A. Garfield Joint Military Training Center — 12 local members and 8 soldiers from Serbia and Hungary will test technical and tactical skills to earn top honors. Residents in Portage and Trumbull counties may hear loud noises on Friday — winners will advance to a regional contest at Fort McCoy later this month. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Akron City Council passed a $798M 2025 budget this week to support public safety, key city services and special programs — adding funds for after school care and police oversight — while cutting street lighting and property tax spending to balance the funds. Cleveland.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe’s is recalling its Hot Honey Mustard Dressing — produced at a regional facility with a May 27 use by date — because its label lacks allergen callouts for peanuts, soy, sesame and wheat. Customers who purchased the product in Ohio and 16 other states may return it for a full refund or discard it. Akron Beacon Journal
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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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The Labra Brothers with Marc Lee Shannon and The MOB Trio
7-11 p.m. — The Rialto Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a night of high-energy Latin funk and soulful storytelling from local music legends.
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An Evening With David Sedaris
7-8:30 p.m. — Akron Civic Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a night filled with laughter and insights from the acclaimed humorist David Sedaris.
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Center for Immersive Leadership Breakfast
7:30-9 a.m. — John S. Knight Center — Cost varies — Energize your morning with breakfast and inspiring stories from transformational leaders who are shaping our community.
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Job & Internship Fair
3:30-5:00 p.m. — Medina County Career Center: Main Campus — Free entry — Meet local employers and explore opportunities including a FREE Tuition Program.
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K-Paz De La Sierra Concert
9 p.m. — Royal Palace — $45 presale — Enjoy a vibrant night with K-Paz De La Sierra and delicious food and drinks.
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Live Music with Aaron Stanley
6:30-9 p.m. — Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery — Reasonably priced — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring local talents in a cozy, heated pavilion.
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Brit Floyd Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Akron Civic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying tribute to Pink Floyd with a spectacular light and laser show.
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U.S. Army Field Band Concert
7-9 p.m. — Goodyear Theater — Free entry — Experience a video-integrated concert journeying to the edge of the known universe with music and visuals from the U.S. Army Field Band.
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Dancing Conversation: Generational Exchange
5:30-7 p.m. — Cummings Center for the History of Psychology — Free entry — Engage in dynamic dialogues between seasoned and emerging artists in the dance community.
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