Good morning, Akron.

The Humane Society of Summit County will raffle a 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Premium.

Tickets cost $25 each (or five for $100) with sales ending Oct. 15 and the winner will be drawn at 8:15 p.m. Oct. 16 during Bow Wow Bingo at St. George Fellowship Centre in Copley.

The Juneteenth Edition of the 50th Annual West Akron Parade held on June 20 celebrated community history at the John Brown House, drawing thousands who enjoyed creative floats, local treats, and family crafts from the Summit County Historical Society.

Organizers plan to continue the new route in future years.

The Akron Zoo announced today that the Curious Creatures exhibit will soon leave & the zoo has not revealed the reasons yet; visitors should stay tuned for more details.

WalletHub ranked Akron as the fifth most affordable place in the U.S. on June 20; new residents are moving here for low home prices, job opportunities and access to amenities that are helping revive the city.

In Summit County, Dustin Boswell becomes treasurer as the retired teachers association awarded grants and scholarships and Kim Hussing earned statewide recognition at Tallmadge Middle School, and Ohio Digital Learning School enrolls students as young as 14 as Akron named Peter Q.

Pfordresher dean of Buchtel College starting July 31.

Akron nurse Patricia Price, who worked at Summa Health Akron Campus for over 40 years, celebrated her 100th birthday on June 19 and relatives will honor her legacy with a private party Saturday evening (at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7) attended by nearly 100 family members.

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.

Preschool Field Day

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Northwest Akron Branch Library — Free entry — Enjoy outdoor lawn games and water activities at this family-friendly event.

R&B Sing-Along Night at House Three Thirty

7:30-11 p.m. — House Three Thirty — General Admission — Enjoy a lively R&B sing-along led by DJ Mr. King with food and drink options available.

Star Spangled Bangerz 3

9 p.m.-3 a.m. — The Vortex — Refunds available up to 7 days before — Akron's annual 4th of July bash featuring M8TRX and more!

Parade The Musical

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Weathervane Playhouse — Tickets from $64 — Experience the unforgettable live musical Parade in Akron.

Space Exploration Camp

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Akron Fossils & Science Center — Fees apply — Discover the exciting history of the space race through interactive activities and learning.

The James Hunter Six Live in Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Kent Stage — Tickets available — Experience the soulful rhythms of James Hunter and his six-piece band as they perform songs from their new album.