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Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Akron Zoo opened its DinoTrek exhibit this weekend and it features 20 animatronic dinosaurs like the T-Rex, Apatosaurus, and Rugops—offering interactive moments where kids can learn how to train baby dinosaurs. The exhibit is included with general admission and will run until Sept. 14. News 5 Cleveland
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ALDI will open its new Akron store at 1890 West Market St on May 22 at 8:30 a.m. and the first 100 shoppers will receive a gift bag + gift card offer as the chain takes over the former Essence Beauty Mart site after it moved next door. Akron Beacon Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 52-year-old man died after being stabbed around 8 p.m. on the 1600 block of Cromwell Drive in Akron — police said the victim was taken to a hospital with critical injuries and the alleged attacker, known to him, fled the scene while authorities investigated the incident. News 5 Cleveland
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The drug-resistant fungus Candida auris has been found in 17 states and is now closely tracked as health experts work to calm its spread. In Ohio, 125 cases have been reported in 2025 — experts say the fungus spreads mainly in health care settings and can be hard to treat when drugs fail. FOX 8
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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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On-Site Tour at Cardinal Retirement Village
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Cardinal Retirement Village — Free entry — Explore a top-rated senior living community known for excellent meals and friendly staff.
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Memorial Day Community Celebration
7 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — Free admission — Celebrate Memorial Day with a pancake breakfast, parade, ceremony, car show, and picnic for the whole family.
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