Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Akron.
A 44-year-old Uhrichsville woman died in a motorcycle crash on Sunday at 8:11 p.m. on US Route 250 in Goshen Township (Tuscarawas County) when the trailer she was riding pulled suddenly and the operator lost control, and operator Keith Morris (47) suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken first to Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital then by helicopter to Akron General Hospital.
Vinnie Cimino from Cordelia worked as a curb server at Swenson's Drive-In in Akron on Sunday as part of a creative promotion between the two restaurants.
The promotion also introduces a limited-time menu item with pimento cheese on the Galley Boy available through June 30 — fulfilling Cimino’s longtime dream.
Akron Police are investigating a case where a Lyft driver was robbed of his Honda Civic early Sunday morning near the 700 block of Garth Avenue — the driver said he picked up two males and two females before one male used a gun to force them out — and detectives later found the car abandoned on Kickapoo Avenue.
Akron police responded at about 3:42 a.m. on May 31 in Goodyear Heights after a shooting that left Ontario Bradley, a 24-year-old native, fatally wounded—officials are investigating the case.
Elliott Carter, the 20-year-old lead singer of Akron’s pop-punk band OFF-LEASH, formed the group in sixth grade with local friends and has deep ties to the city’s music history—she balances college classes with writing new songs and working on an album while the band recently released a single.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Disney's Newsies - The Musical
2:30-4 p.m. — Akron Civic Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a high-energy musical about young newsies fighting against powerful publishers with a mix of beloved tunes and new songs.
Father's Day Cookout
12-5 p.m. — The Oaks Lakeside Restaurant and Event Venue — $50 for adults, $25 for kids — Celebrate Father's Day with lawn games, cigars, and a delicious buffet.
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