Good morning, Akron.

A blind woman in Akron said her home has unlivable conditions due to poor maintenance and is asking for help.

Local officials are reviewing her complaint and will decide on possible next steps—residents await a clear response.

A man drowned Tuesday at Portage Lakes State Park when he disappeared while swimming with his family and first responders later found his body about 150 feet offshore in nearly 10 feet of water—details remain under review.

The Distillery at Wolf Creek opened on Goat Derby Day, May 3 after delays from a 2017 explosion and the pandemic — it is Copley Township's first distillery in over 100 years and now serves bourbon, vodka, gin, apple brandy and brandy with bottle sales and cocktail tastings every Saturday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Investigators are following new leads in the unsolved murder of Joseph Mullins, who vanished from his Ravenna home over a decade ago when his wife found him missing and whose body was later found in Cleveland's Warehouse District (from blunt force trauma) as advanced forensic tests (now underway) seek new evidence.

Akron police released surveillance images showing four masked suspects—three armed—entering a residence on East Crosier Street during Monday night’s home invasion and shooting that injured a 25-year-old woman, and detectives are now seeking information while no arrests have been made.

The 51st Boston Mills Artfest—marking its anniversary—will showcase work by 300 artists at Boston Mills Ski Resort in Peninsula with events on June 28 and 29 and again from July 4 to 6.

The event will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and offer music, food, wine and craft beers while adults pay $16 and children 12 and under get free entry.

Three Akron projects were awarded more than $12 million in state historic preservation tax credits to convert former office and industrial buildings into over 140 housing units.

The Akron Soap Co. Building will be transformed into 11 apartments and the adjacent Federal Warehouse will gain a performance space and extra apartments—while two former B.F. Goodrich buildings at Canal Place will be redeveloped into 46 and 82 housing units respectively.

Jessie & Jason Live at Artisan Coffee

7-8:30 p.m. — Artisan Coffee — Free entry — Enjoy serene tunes from Jessie Barr and violinist Jason Burdett, blending originals with nostalgic soft rock covers.

KennyLIVE: The Ultimate Chesney Tribute

7:30-10 p.m. — Nash Family Jackson Amphitheater — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of your favorite Kenny Chesney songs with this vibrant tribute band.

Paint, Sip and Socialize with Summit Sports and Social

4-6 p.m. — Missing Falls Brewery — Cost included with registration — Unleash your creativity while sipping a drink and painting a beautiful beach volleyball scene.

TV and Film Intensive Workshop

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Weathervane Playhouse — Registration required — Engage in an immersive experience exploring the world of television and film.

Whole Telly Takeover

12 PM — Radisson Hotel Akron/Fairlawn — Tickets available — Experience Ohio’s largest pool party and a pre-holiday extravaganza with DJ performances and luxurious amenities.

Akron RubberDucks vs. Erie Sea Wolves

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Canal Park — Tickets apply — Catch a thrilling matchup as the RubberDucks take on the Sea Wolves on this festive night.

Sample the City

2-6 p.m. — Lock 3 Park — $40 ticket includes food samples and a beverage — Experience a flavorful journey through the local culinary scene with live music following the event.

Chad Baker, Lea Marra & The River Boys, Lily Unless & The If Onlys Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — Musica — $12 — Enjoy lively swampy-tonk and country music from local and New Orleans-based artists.

One Full Day Monday

12:30-4 p.m. — Super Ninja World — Cost Info — Experience a fun-filled afternoon of ninja activities for ages 6-14.

Towpath Trail Tour #7

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Memorial Parkway Trailhead — Free entry — Explore the scenic Towpath Trail followed by food and drinks at Lock 15 Brewing Company.