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Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ALDI announced its new West Market Street store will open May 22 — the location takes over the former Essence Beauty Mart space. iHeartMedia
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 52-year-old Akron man, Narlon Portis, died from a stab wound to his torso on May 10 after being attacked on Cromwell Drive near Sand Run Metro Park around 8 p.m.—he was taken to Cleveland Clinic Akron General and pronounced dead at 9:13 p.m., and the suspect, reportedly known to him, fled the scene as police continue to investigate. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Summit County prosecutors said Monday that Jeffery Peasley—convicted for fatally shooting Robert Zornes, Jr. and stealing his motorcycle during a 2021 argument in Coventry Township—will spend his life in prison. Cleveland 19 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Beacon Journal visited 90-year-old artist Don Drumm in his Akron studio — he explained how his art has changed over his long career. Akron Beacon Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since the start of the year, Akron demolished 87 vacant properties to fight blight, and on Monday, crews demolished the 88th property — the final one funded by a state grant — to improve neighborhood conditions. News 5 Cleveland
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ten-year-old Ava Cooper returned home today after nearly 300 days at Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital where she received a lifesaving heart transplant — her family now faces a daily routine of over a dozen medications and frequent hospital visits. They plan to connect with the donor family and look forward to Ava resuming school this fall — a milestone in her recovery. WKYC
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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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40th Ohio Sr. Open Golf Tournament
Tee off on May 28-29 — Firestone Country Club — Registration required — Compete in this exciting senior golf championship at a premier venue.
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