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Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families will celebrate mothers and mother figures at Summit Metro Parks’ 15th annual Mother’s Day 5K (presented by Buckingham) on May 10 at Munroe Falls Metro Park. Registration is $35 for those 15 and older and $10 for younger runners; proceeds benefit the park foundation. Akron.com
- ➤ The Friends of Main Library are hosting a Big Book Sale at Akron-Summit County Main Library, 60 S. High St., on Friday, May 1 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Saturday, May 2 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.). The sale offers a $5 bag of books and media with free parking—1 hour Friday and all day Saturday—to support local library programs. Signal Akron
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cuyahoga Falls’ Business Commons opened on April 22 at 111 Stow Ave., offering coworking space and offices for freelancers and small businesses. The center, powered by local partners (including the Greater Akron Chamber), hosts event programming and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Akron.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 20, Highland Local Schools received a commemorative banner for its five-star rating when Ohio Department of Education & Workforce coordinator Sherman Micsak presented it to Superintendent Catherine Aukerman; board members also accepted HHS Principal Carrie Knapp’s resignation effective June 30 and began the search for her replacement. Akron.com
- ➤ Two Barberton High School seniors recently signed letters of intent to pursue college careers, with Joseph Ondo III planning to study and play basketball at Hiram College and Blake Leary set to focus on soccer and academics at Marietta College. Akron.com
- ➤ APS Board of Education approved resolutions on April 27 to complete the state's role in the district's reconstruction of Community Learning Centers (CLCs). The district is set to recoup nearly $1.9 million, which will help address cuts in the 2026-27 budget. Akron.com
- ➤ At its April 21 meeting, Revere Local Schools renewed superintendent Dan White's contract for three years, effective Aug. 1, 2027 through July 31, 2030 (he replaced Michael Tefs in 2025). The board also approved updates to curriculum and retirements of long-serving administrators. Akron.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Akron Zoo’s Komodo Kingdom Café was named the 2026 Greenest Zoo Restaurant by the Green Restaurant Association. The café earned 366 GreenPoints through 77 environmental steps including a geothermal heat pump and solar array. Akron.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Akron volunteers — 65 people selected as part of the Akron Civic Assembly — are meeting weekly from March 14 until May 14 to review local housing challenges. They will present nonbinding recommendations to city officials this summer to help guide future plans for addressing high rents and absentee landlords. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Bath Township Board of Trustees met on April 20 to review Yellow Creek water quality, with Sarah Barrow noting that macroinvertebrate tests show a mostly healthy ecosystem despite one problematic site. The board also approved staff promotions, contract extensions, and grant applications for park upgrades while the Creekside Trail remains closed due to a gas leak. Akron.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cavaliers took a 3–2 series lead after outlasting the Raptors 125–120 at home. James Harden and Evan Mobley scored 23 points (RJ Barrett led with 25) as Toronto will try to avoid elimination in Game Six on Friday. iHeartMedia
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Canton Comedy Night with Bill Boronkay
8-9:30 p.m. — Canton Comedy Boom — $16.50 online / $20 at door — Experience an evening of laughter with stand-up performances by Bill Boronkay and Nick Dlouhy.
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Awakening Events — Christian Music Concerts
7-11 p.m. — EJ Thomas Hall — Tickets available — Experience uplifting performances at this exciting Christian music event.
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SmokeFace Jam Session
9 p.m. — Musica — Free entry for performers — Bring your instrument and join in on a lively jam session atmosphere!
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Daisypusher and Friends Live at Musica
8 PM — Musica — $10 online / $12 at the door — Enjoy an evening of live music with Daisypusher and I'd Like To Go Home Now featuring Bailey Jade.
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Nexstar National Talent Competition
N/A — May 8-10 — Akron Civic Theatre — Registration fees apply — Celebrate young talent at this premier competition for performers of all levels.
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Dirty Lookz Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Old 97 — Free entry — Get ready to party hard with Dirty Lookz live for killer vibes and great tunes.
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Pink Calla Lily Painting Event for Moms
12-2 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $39-$44 per person — Celebrate Mother's Day by creating a beautiful calla lily painting in a family-friendly environment.
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Akron Speed Dating for Singles 40s/50s
7-9 p.m. — P.F. Chang's — Check website for ticket costs — Engage in pre-dates with multiple singles looking for connections in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Evening of French Wine & Culinary Pairings
6-8 p.m. — 159 Events on Main — Free entry — Savor exquisite French wines paired with delicious culinary creations in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Red Tie Affair
6 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Akron Fairlawn — Sponsorships starting at $500 — An engaging gala with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and memorable auctions.
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