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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Goodyear is giving its Wingfoot One an old-school makeover—featuring a black and silver color scheme and a throwback Goodyear logo inspired by its first blimp—and will launch a national tour on June 3 to celebrate 100 years in the blimp business. Akron Beacon Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Akron History Center, which celebrates the city's 200 years of history, opens tomorrow in downtown Akron at 172 South Main Street. The $2.2 million center, housed in a century-old building, spans three floors and features over 60 exhibits and 100 historic artifacts that explore local industry, social justice progress, and transportation developments (including the Ohio and Erie Canal and airship history). Cleveland.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New vehicle sales in northern Ohio rose by 7.75% in March, reaching 19,697 compared to 18,280 a year ago—boosted by the early Cleveland Auto Show that increased consumer traffic. Chevrolet led the sales with 2,954 vehicles, with Ford close behind at 2,377. Akron Beacon Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local universities will face changes as they deal with budget cuts and state rules. The University of Akron may lay off workers to fix a $22 million gap while Kent State cut several majors and 30 jobs—Gov. Mike DeWine signed a law ending DEI programs and many are asking how these shifts will affect higher education. Akron Beacon Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Cuyahoga Valley National Park closed restrooms at the Boston Store, Horseshoe Pond and Pine Lane trailheads because of federal cuts. Visitors are directed to use nearby facilities (Boston Mill Visitor Center is 0.1 mile away, Oak Hill trailhead is 2 miles away and Lock 29 trailhead is 1 mile away). Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Akron Municipal Court installed a universal changing table that can be raised or lowered easily—making it the country's first courthouse with this inclusive facility funded by the Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board using American Rescue Plan funds. The accessible table is available to court users during open hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ On March 31, Akron City Council approved a revised $798 million operating budget that adds $50k for Akron Public Schools’ After School program, $45k for the Citizens’ Police Oversight Board, $100k for Keep Akron Beautiful and $50k for annual mowing. The budget shows a 2% decrease from last year due to a $13 million shortfall from lost coronavirus relief funding—plus a new fixed electric rate with Dynegy starting in May, with Council set to meet on April 7 to discuss further actions. Akron.com
- ➤ Twenty-eight new Akron firefighters graduated from the local fire academy on March 21, including the department’s first recruit of Japanese heritage and a record five women in a class that brought a range of backgrounds from first careers to experienced professionals. The graduates, who already have EMT and paramedic training, are now on duty and will soon take national registry tests before advancing to paramedic school — the department said. Signal Akron
- ➤ Gov. Mike DeWine proposed his two-year state budget to give families with children under 7 up to a $1,000 child tax credit and to raise subsidized child care eligibility to families earning 200% of the Federal Poverty Level—steps meant to help working families in Akron manage rising costs. Lawmakers will decide on the budget in the next 100 days—support for these changes remains strong among Ohio voters. Akron Beacon Journal
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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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Blue Hour Concert featuring The Buffalo Ryders and Adam J. Snyder
7-10:30 p.m. — The Rialto Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an exciting night of live music with three talented acts at Akron's premier venue.
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