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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • ➤ StoreTEK Engineering is moving to a new 33,000-square-foot facility on Crystal Parkway to almost double its space from the Commerce Street location in Tallmadge. The company said it will finish the move by the end of June — a step that will boost production capacity and add new employees to support its custom manufacturing work.  Akron Beacon Journal

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ Akron police released video that shows officers exchanging gunfire with a 45-year-old suspect named Calvin Hunt during a Memorial Day weekend shooting when a woman said she was shot—Hunt ran from the scene but was later caught with help from U.S. Marshals and the Summit County Sheriff's Office.  Cleveland 19 News
  • ➤ A 24-year-old man was fatally shot Saturday morning on the 600 block of Darrow Road + officers arrived at 3:40 a.m. and took him to a nearby hospital while Akron Police investigated the incident.  News 5 Cleveland

ECONOMY NEWS

  • ➤ Governor Mike DeWine said that Ohio will have a sales tax holiday from August 1st to 14th during which most items costing $500 or less can be bought without state sales tax. Shoppers can make qualifying in-store & online purchases while motor vehicles, alcohol, tobacco & marijuana products are not eligible.  Akron Beacon Journal

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • Super Ninja Zone Camp

    12:30-4 p.m. — Super Ninja World — Cost varies — Engage in hero-themed activities and meet a special guest superhero.

    Mon, 6/2/25

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  • Senior Living Virtual Tour

    9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Online Event — Free entry — Discover the best senior living communities highlighting exceptional care and activities.

    Tue, 6/3/25

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  • Torchbearers Recruitment Open House

    5:30-7:30 p.m. — Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens — RSVP required — Network with local young professionals and discover community involvement opportunities.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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  • RubberDucks Game & Mental Health Awareness

    6:35-8:05 p.m. — Canal Park — Free entry — Enjoy a baseball game while accessing free mental health screenings and resources.

    Fri, 6/6/25

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  • The American Ride - Toby Keith Tribute

    7:30-11:59 p.m. — Nash Family Jackson Amphitheater — Tickets available — Enjoy a tribute to Toby Keith at the summer concert series.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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  • Super Hero Week at Super Ninja Zone

    9 AM - 4 PM — Super Ninja World — Check website for costs — Dive into an action-packed week of hero-themed games and crafts with a special guest appearance.

    Mon, 6/9/25

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  • One Full Day Tuesday

    9 AM – 4 PM — Super Ninja World — $60.00 — Enjoy a full day of sports and activities at a top-rated venue for kids.

    Tue, 6/10/25

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  • One Full Day Wednesday

    9 AM – 4 PM — Super Ninja World — $60 — A fun day of activities awaits at Super Ninja World in Cuyahoga Falls.

    Wed, 6/11/25

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  • A Mystic Voyage: Magic on the Water

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — Portage Lakes State Park — $35 — Experience a magical evening cruise with captivating illusions by magician Michael Mage aboard the Princess Ship.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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  • One Full Day Friday

    9 AM - 4 PM — Super Ninja Zone — $60.00 — Enjoy a full day of co-ed sports and fitness activities in a fun environment.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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