Good morning, Akron.

Several Akron-area cities are set to open pools and splash pads for Memorial Day weekend; Akron’s pools begin June 8 and splash pads on June 1 while Cuyahoga Falls, Green, Tallmadge, and Twinsburg open aquatic facilities May 23.

Thousands lost power in Northeast Ohio Tuesday night after wind and rain disrupted service.

FirstEnergy reported outages in Cuyahoga: 4,505, Geauga: 737, Lake: 301, Lorain: 534, Portage: 304, Stark: 2,559, and Summit: 1,649 counties plus estimated restoration by 2 a.m.

Gas prices in Akron will rise over Memorial Day weekend as regular gas, currently around $4.71, is expected to near $5 a gallon according to Triple A East Central’s report (oil is around $107 per barrel and increased demand may push prices higher).

Yesterday, several Akron high school students earned gold medals at the ACT-SO competition that offers mentorship, performance experience and scholarship paths.

They are now advancing to nationals this summer as noted by the Akron NAACP ACT-SO Program.

Tick warnings are growing statewide as American dog ticks, blacklegged ticks and lone star ticks spread bacteria that cause Lyme disease and other infections.

Health officials advise residents to wear repellents, avoid tick-heavy areas, and check themselves daily (ODH guidance) for bites.

A video released on Tuesday, May 19 shared recommended baby registry essentials from parents, highlighting must-have items like strollers, cribs, car seats, and tech gear (video monitors, sound machines) to guide first time parents; Akron families can use these tips to build a smart registry.

Akron high school sports fans can vote for the Athlete of the Week covering May 11-17; the poll remains open until 5:00 p.m. Thursday May21, and winners will be announced Friday May22 on BeaconJournal.com.

Tuesday night, the Guardians edged the Tigers 4–3 as Travis Bazzana hit his second home run to boost the team's fourth straight win — Kyle Manzardo and Steven Kwan also helped with key plays.

Akron Beacon Journal sports writers predicted a close Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, May 19, offering split scores as they weighed rest, injuries (OG Anunoby’s status) and momentum from recent series.

They highlighted how the teams’ playoff journeys could shape the contest.

Cavaliers backup Sam Merrill scored a career-high 23 points in Game 7 on May 17, helping his team overcome the Pistons and boost their playoff hopes.

Teammate Donovan Mitchell praised his fierce energy (despite injuries) as the team prepared for the Eastern Conference Finals against the Knicks.

Susie Everiss Live at Picklebacks

7-11 p.m. — Pickleback's Medina — Cost info unavailable — Experience an amazing night of music with Susie Everiss and sound engineer Nigel Pinnell.

Memorial Day Celebration

7 a.m.-3 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — Free entry — Enjoy a pancake breakfast, a parade, a ceremony, and a car show while honoring Memorial Day.

DJ Dracula Returns

7-11 p.m. — Musica — Free entry — Enjoy classic alternative, new wave, and punk vinyl spun by DJ Dracula for a fun night out.

Graveridden with Wasted Society and Dead Beat Horse

8-11 p.m. — Musica — $10 online / $12 at the door — Experience a night of live music with local rock bands.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Akron

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Cambria Hotel Akron - Canton Airport — All materials included — Create a stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying traditional tea and treats.

#inviteHER Golf Celebration at Firestone Country Club

2:30-8 p.m. — Firestone Country Club — Ticket includes golf or clinics and dinner — Celebrate women's golf with a fun afternoon of games and camaraderie.

R&B Sing-Along at House Three Thirty

7:30-11 p.m. — House Three Thirty — General admission with VIP upgrades available — Enjoy a lively R&B sing-along with DJ Mr. King and exclusive seating options.

Kids’ Pokémon Club

6-7 p.m. — Canal Fulton Public Library — Free registration required — Calling all Pokémon Trainers for a fun meet-up bringing cards and camaraderie.

Sow and Grow Festival

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Hale Farm & Village — $15 adults, $8 children — Experience a 19th-century farm with historic crafts, plant sales, and local artisan goods.

Akron Epilepsy Support Group

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center — Free entry — Connect with others in the Akron area to share experiences and strategies for managing epilepsy.