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Tuesday, July 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ray Wise from Akron played Leland Palmer in Twin Peaks, a 1990 TV show that had viewers asking ‘Who killed Laura Palmer?’ A reunion tour with the cast will run from Aug 4 through Oct 20—so far, no Akron dates are planned. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Nearly 400 Beacon Journal readers voted on their favorite ice cream shop, and Canton’s Taggarts Ice Cream received 15% of the votes while Akron’s Strickland’s Frozen Custard earned nearly 12% — votes also favored shops in Richfield and Stark County — showing a mix of local tastes. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Akron is marking its bicentennial with a week of events from July 1 to 6 that feature a downtown parade on July 5, a free Heart of Akron Festival running July 3–5 with food, music and fireworks on July 4, a technology exhibition by Bridgestone on July 5, and a RubberDucks bobblehead night honoring Judith Resnik. Other events include a bicentennial homecoming and a new book launch at the Akron History Center. Akron Beacon Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Akron have dropped to an average of $2.92 per gallon after falling 26 cents in one week —GasBuddy data confirms— while drivers in Cleveland now pay $3.02 per gallon. With calmer Middle East tensions, the national average is expected to fall further ahead of Independence Day —possibly reaching below $3 nationwide—, which could help motorists save on travel. WKYC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Browns are rebuilding their run game by returning to a wide zone approach and using young backs Quinshon Judkins, Dylan Sampson, Jerome Ford, and Pierre Strong after losing Nick Chubb to Houston. They will start full-contact drills at training camp soon — aiming to improve on last season's average of 94.6 rushing yards per game. Akron Beacon Journal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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John Brown & Carter Dockerty at Canton Comedy Boom
8-9:30 p.m. — Canton Comedy Boom — $15 presale / $20 at door — Enjoy a night of laughs with co-headliners John Brown and Carter Dockerty, hosted by the talented Jo Rou.
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One Half Day Morning Event
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Super Ninja World — $35.00 — Enjoy a fun half-day event at a top-rated venue perfect for families and kids.
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Larry Alltop Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Mercedes Neighborhood Tavern — No cover charge — Experience the musical talents of the amazing Larry Alltop in a cozy tavern setting.
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Akron Trail Marathon
7 AM — Memorial Parkway Trailhead — Entry Fee $40-$90 — Experience a scenic trail marathon through downtown and the beautiful Metro Parks.
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