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Tuesday, June 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Akron kicked off its Summer Concerts in the Park series Monday with a Bicentennial Festival – though the Hardesty Park concert was rained out – and the free series will run through Aug. 14 offering live music, yard games, face painting and food at several parks. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ On June 6, Akron dedicated the $278,800 Elizabeth Park Splash Pad at 40 E. Lods St.—the new 2,600 square-foot facility has 15 water features for people of all ages. Cleveland.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Akron police said four homes and one vehicle were hit by gunfire over the weekend—one bullet hit a resident’s mattress and another struck a bedroom wall—and investigators are looking into the case. FOX 8
- ➤ Akron Police responded just after 1 a.m. Saturday on Bee Bee Circle and found a woman assaulted and two men stabbed; the younger man—reported as the suspect’s roommate—later died at a local hospital while 21-year-old Antoine Pixley is in custody on murder charges and his mother and stepfather survived the attack. iHeartMedia
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short will take the stage for an 'In Conversation' show at the Akron Civic Theatre on Nov. 20—tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on June 13 and the performance starts at 7:30 p.m. WKYC
- ➤ Akron native Paul Tazewell won his second Tony Award for Best Costume Design in a Musical for Death Becomes Her last night—he also won an Oscar earlier this year for Best Costume Design for Wicked. iHeartMedia
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Jackson Night Glow 5K Celebration
8-11:30 p.m. — Jackson Memorial Middle School — $25+ — Experience a lively 5K illuminated by glowing elements and fireworks while fostering community spirit.
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Follow the Sun Concert
6-8 p.m. — Nash Family Jackson Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening with rides, games, and live music from opening band Follow the Sun.
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