Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of June.
Good morning, Akron.
Akron residents mourn the loss of 71-year-old Roush Market after it burned down May 30 at 554 W.
Thornton St., with Mayor Shammas Malik and Council President Margo Sommerville thanking firefighters for saving lives while the fire cause remains under investigation.
The Spaghetti Warehouse memorabilia auction starts today at 7 a.m. following the restaurant's closure on May 17, with Two Old Souls Auction Company Inc. hosting an in-person preview from 4 to 6 p.m. at 510 S.
Main St; bidding will continue until June 9.
Akron Pride events will be held in August instead of June.
The Pride Festival 5K will run on Aug. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Bounce Innovation Hub and finish at Canal Place, followed by the Equity March on Aug. 22 at 10 a.m. at the Spaghetti Warehouse parking lot downtown.
Akron Public Schools and the city of Akron will hold an active shooter drill tomorrow at Jennings Community Learning Center from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents may notice extra emergency vehicles (a sign of increased preparedness) nearby but need not worry.
Browns are negotiating a trade that would send star Myles Garrett to the Rams in exchange for defensive end Jared Verse plus draft picks, with final details expected to be announced by tomorrow.
Browns GM Andrew Berry said contract modifications have spurred the discussions.
DirecTV removed local channels from E.W.
Scripps on Sunday due to a failed agreement — leaving some viewers at risk of missing the NBA Finals scheduled for 8:30 p.m. Wednesday on WEWS; Scripps advises using an over-the-air antenna while urging DirecTV for a prompt fix.
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.
Grease at Porthouse Theatre
8:00 – 10:30 PM — Porthouse Theatre — Tickets vary — Experience the lively musical ‘Grease’ bringing back the spirit of Rydell High’s Class of 1959.
Chevy Terrill Stand-Up Comedy Show
6-7:30 p.m. — The Killbox Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedian Chevy Terrill, who brings humor to life with a unique perspective.
Family Storytime at the Library
10:30 – 11:30 AM — Northwest Akron Branch Library — Free entry — Experience a delightful morning of storytelling and learning for families in the community.
Parade
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Weathervane Playhouse — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of Parade in Akron, OH.
Live Music with Teddy Rob
6-9 p.m. — The Piazza at Gervasi Vineyard — Cost info not provided — Experience the rising country star Teddy Robb as he performs in a beautiful vineyard setting.
Canton Comedy Boom Variety Show
8-9:30 p.m. — Canton Comedy Boom — $16.50 online / $20 at door — Experience a high-energy mix of stand-up, sketch, improv, and musical comedy featuring talented local performers.
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