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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Akron’s Main Street Saloon has served free lunches to kids for 13 years in the Firestone Park and South Akron neighborhoods, providing meals five days a week during the summer. The owners use donations and family funds to prepare meals such as macaroni and cheese, chicken nuggets, fruit and a drink — a tradition started by David Kennamore and continued by his daughter — and they plan to keep the program going. News 5 Cleveland
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Akron Police reported that 21-year-old Antoine Pixley attacked his mother and stabbed his roommate and stepfather on Bee Bee Circle last weekend — he is now in custody and charged with murder. iHeartMedia
- ➤ After Megan Keleman was fatally shot at a Stow drive-thru last August when her car was hit by Jason Williams who then shot himself, her family is working with state Sen. Casey Weinstein on a law—Megan’s Way Out—that would require drive-thrus to add escape lanes, with Weinstein set to introduce the bill on Aug. 14 and Stow officials planning a local zoning change on June 24 to require a 10-foot bypass lane. WKYC
- ➤ A 22-year-old man, identified as Dierre Williams, was fatally stabbed on June 7 at a home on Bee Bee Circle in Goodyear Heights after a fight over a reported assault on a mother escalated—officers later arrested his roommate, Antoine Pixley, on charges of murder, felonious assault, and domestic violence. Akron Beacon Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ David Byrne, former Talking Heads frontman, will release his first new album in seven years, Who Is the Sky? on September 5 and launch a world tour that stops at Akron Civic Theatre on September 19 — tickets for the show go on sale Friday, June 13. FOX 8
- ➤ Akron’s summer programs begin this weekend with a free concert and bicentennial festival at Ellet Community Center on Friday, where festivities start at 6 p.m. and music runs from 7 to 9 p.m.; Firestone Stadium will mark its 100th anniversary on Saturday with a parade at 11 a.m. and family games, while Summit Metro Parks will host a 12-mile bike ride on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Signal Akron
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Summit County Sports Hall of Fame will induct nine local sports figures, including NFL linemen with a combined four Super Bowl rings, at a banquet on Oct. 7 at the Bank at East End in Akron. Doors will open at 5:15 p.m.—a cocktail hour runs from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. before dinner and the program begin, and tickets cost $60 for adults and $25 for children. Akron Beacon Journal
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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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Akron Summit Comic-Con 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Summit County Fairgrounds — $7 at the door — Explore the world of comics and collectibles while vying for Comics Cash prizes.
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