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Sunday, June 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Akron Mayor Shammas Malik will host a ribbon cutting for the expanded Patterson Park Community Center at 800 Patterson Ave on June 10—doors open at 5:30 p.m. with remarks scheduled at 6 p.m. and guests receiving snacks and giveaways. The 12,400-square-foot center, funded by American Rescue Plan Act dollars, will offer new meeting rooms, a game room, an art/gardening room, an outdoor playground and space for indoor volleyball, pickleball and basketball. Akron Beacon Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police responded early Saturday morning to a domestic dispute on Bee Bee Circle in Akron where a 22-year-old man died and a 44-year-old man was injured; investigators later arrested 21-year-old Antoine Pixley + charged him with murder, felonious assault, and domestic violence after he fled the scene. News 5 Cleveland
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Super Hero Week at Super Ninja World
9 AM - 4 PM — Super Ninja World — Check website for pricing — Celebrate your favorite heroes with crafts and games, featuring a special guest on Wednesday.
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One Full Day Tuesday
12:30-4 p.m. — Super Ninja Zone — Pricing varies — Engage in fun activities for ages 6-14 in a co-ed environment.
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New Wave Nation Concert
8-11 p.m. — Nash Family Jackson Amphitheater — Free entry — Kick off the Community Celebration Concert Series with live music, rides, and fair food.
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