Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A heat wave will hit Summit County later this week with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s, so Akron residents can beat the heat by visiting local splash pads and pools such as Perkins Woods Pool (open Monday through Saturday from 1 to 7 p.m.). Akron Beacon Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Akron Police say a female Uber driver was shot on Thursday night on Sanford Avenue after picking up two male passengers – one of them fired a shot that injured her arm and abdomen; no arrests have been made. iHeartMedia
- ➤ A 24-year-old Akron woman rushed home after spotting two armed men on her Ring doorbell just past 3 a.m. Sunday on Stadelman Avenue near West Exchange Street, and a shootout ensued when one suspect fired shots—police are now searching for the intruders after finding over 15 bullet casings in her driveway. Cleveland 19 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kent State University's Porthouse Theatre began in 1969 on the Blossom Music Center grounds when a group of strolling players performed during a Cleveland Orchestra concert and soon became a training ground for student and professional theater artists. Donors and community support helped build and expand the venue—hosting over 3,000 shows and nearly 400,000 audiences—while this summer the season will end with School of Rock performances through Aug. 3. Akron Beacon Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mike Toth is a water protection specialist at the Akron Water Supply Bureau who monitors the city's watershed to keep drinking water safe. He recently sampled water at Lake Rockwell and inspects 20,000 acres upstream to manage algae and nutrient levels — work that protects water for over 300,000 people. Signal Akron
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This summer, visitors can drive from Akron to large parks like Cedar Point—which has 67 rides including a new tilt coaster—and Kennywood and Kings Island that mix historic rides with new thrills. Smaller parks such as Memphis Kiddie Park and Tuscora Park offer affordable fun with rides designed for young children. Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Akron Public Schools hired RayShaun Nevins as Firestone’s new football coach after he served six seasons as an assistant on the Falcons staff and was approved by the Board on June 9. Nevins — a Garfield High grad — will lead offensively while Adrian Daley stays as defensive coordinator as the team prepares for the fall season. Akron Beacon Journal
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Stretch Social with Flo
10:00 – 11:30 PM — Outdoor Space — Free entry — A gentle stretch session for relaxation and community connection.
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Idolos, Orion's Sword, Wendy's Ash Concert
7-11 p.m. — Musica — $10 — Experience local rock talent with Idolos and Orion's Sword alongside Wendy's Ash.
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Parcours Hike and Picnic
10 a.m. — Sand Run Metroparks — Free registration required — Enjoy a refreshing hike followed by a relaxing picnic with your packed lunch.
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Club Car / Pepsi SP #6 Golf Tournament
Event Time — Portage Country Club — Cost Info — Participate in an exciting golf tournament at a scenic venue.
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Euchre Game Night
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Kenmore Community Center — Free entry — A friendly afternoon of card-playing excitement awaits enthusiasts of all skill levels.
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Twins Days Festival
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Glenn Chamberlin Park — Check official website for entry fees — Celebrate the joy of twins with a fun-filled festival featuring highlights from past events.
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Summit County Amateur Championship
Aug 2-3 — J. E Good Park Golf Course — Entry via registration — Compete in a prestigious amateur golf championship held annually since 1974.
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Summer Parks Concert by the Akron Symphony Orchestra
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Firestone Park Community Center — Free entry — Experience beautiful music in the great outdoors of Akron at this beloved community event.
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Nelly, Ja Rule & Eve Concert
12:00 PM - 7:59 PM — Blossom Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 25 years of hip-hop with Nelly, Ja Rule, and Eve at an unforgettable concert experience.
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Cuyahoga County Fair
12-11 PM — Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds RV Park — Admission fees may apply — Celebrate agriculture, livestock, music, and food while enjoying family and community activities.
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