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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Akron police officers were recorded punching 31-year-old Dontay Auston in the head at the Park Lane Manor apartment complex in East Akron Wednesday night after staff called 911 for his disruptive behavior, and he was tased, handcuffed and charged with obstructing official business and resisting arrest—police said a review is underway. Signal Akron
- ➤ A viral video shows an Akron officer repeatedly punching a handcuffed man after arresting him at an apartment complex following a call about an assault, and the suspect—who was covered in blood and said to be disruptive—is now held on charges of resisting arrest and obstructing official business while his use of force is under review. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ Akron police are searching for two robbers after a woman walking home from a gas station was robbed of her purse outside her house near Sumner and Wheeler streets around 1 a.m. Wednesday—officers said one man pressed an object to her back to demand the purse. Cleveland 19 News
- ➤ Jon Tae Von Angelo Nelson, accused of shooting at Akron police during a March 18 traffic stop, pleaded not guilty in Summit County Court & his bond was set at $500,000 with a return date set for June 5. Cleveland 19 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 2nd, Girl Scouts of North East Ohio opened the 8,000-square-foot Vivian von Gruenigen, MD STEM Center of Excellence at Camp Ledgewood in Peninsula. Community members and officials—including Rep. Emilia Sykes and Girl Scout leader Bonnie Barczykowski—attended the event as Sykes had given an $850,000 check to help fund the project. Akron.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Summit County voters approved multiple state and local ballot issues on May 6 despite a 14% turnout. Voters backed renewals and levies—such as a state infrastructure program and funding for fire departments, libraries and schools—with vote support ranging from 56% to over 70% as reported on May 7. Akron.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Summit County Public Health reported that hospital visits for drug overdoses peaked on April 29 with nine cases and a total of 87 overdoses in April—32 in the last week. Officials have alerted Summit Safe Syringe Exchange program clients about naloxone access and will send follow-up messages if overdose visits continue to rise. Akron Beacon Journal
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Akron Symphony Orchestra - Verdi's Requiem
7:30-9 p.m. — EJ Thomas Hall — Experience a powerful musical journey with Verdi’s masterwork performed by the Akron Symphony Orchestra and Chorus.
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Open Mother's Day at The Twisted Olive
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — The Twisted Olive — Reservations recommended — Celebrate Mother's Day with delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Cat Ridgeway with Friend Of A Friend
7 PM – 1 AM — Musica — Tickets starting at $15 — Enjoy a night of live music with Cat Ridgeway and friends in Akron's vibrant venue.
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Akron Epilepsy Support Group
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center — Free entry — Connect with others who understand epilepsy and learn seizure management strategies.
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Trivia Night at The Rialto Theatre
6-7 p.m. — The Rialto Theatre — RSVP on Facebook — Test your knowledge with famous Ohio-themed trivia while enjoying drinks.
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Company Live in Akron
2-6 p.m. — Akron Civic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the acclaimed performance of Company live at one of Akron's historic venues.
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6th Annual Foundation 59 Charity Golf Tournament
9 a.m. — Portage Country Club — $200 per player, $800 per team — Swing for a cause at this charity golf tournament supporting Foundation 59.
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Angie Haze Annual Time Machine Show
7:00 – 10:30 PM — The Rialto Theatre — Ticketed event — A heartfelt tribute to beloved pets featuring emotional music and artistry from Angie Haze and guests.
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Inaugural Creative Exchange Summit
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Bounce Innovation Hub — Light breakfast and full lunch included — A one-day summit for artists to enhance their careers and creative practices through workshops and insights.
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A Band Named Ashes and Friends
6-11 p.m. — The Rialto Theatre — Cost info not provided — Enjoy the melodic tunes of local progressive folk bands from Akron.
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