Good morning, Akron.

The Akron-Canton Airport now features a walk-up store selling local farm-to-table items near Gate 5.

The store offers fresh milk, maple syrup, honey, and more from local farmers & small businesses via a partnership with Ohio State University’s Ag Innovation Center and Purplebrown Farm Store.

Barberton City Schools announced a pay-to-participate policy for athletics and marching band for the 2026–2027 school year to close a multi-million-dollar budget gap.

Families must pay fees by Sept. 1 to keep activities running + the district made earlier cuts including eliminating 87 jobs.

Akron summer camps under Youth Success Summit’s Fifth Quarter are offering nearly 200 middle schoolers hands-on coping and career skill building at local centers in partnership with Akron Public Schools.

The three-week program has shown early positive results with activities like basketball drills and stress relief games.

Jovani Ibrahim, an Akron native, was accepted into London’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art after working three jobs + launching a GoFundMe campaign that raised over $30,000.

He still needs about $20,000 before his tuition payment is due Sept. 1.

After finishing treatment at Akron Children's, 12-year-old Levi Buxman is enjoying childhood again and meeting lawmakers (including Rep. Emilia Sykes) during Family Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill, while his family looks forward to summer trips and campfires.

Five new blood pressure hubs were installed yesterday at Akron-Summit County Public Library branch locations as part of the American Heart Association's Libraries with Heart initiative.

The hubs offer monitors, educational materials, and directories of medical providers to help residents manage their blood pressure.

The CDC confirms cyclospora season runs from May 1 through Aug.

31, with nearly 1,200 cases in Ohio since early July & officials advise washing produce carefully to prevent further illness.

At Fairlawn Fest on July 22, Twisted Grill and Grind served treats like shrimp and french fries while supporting the Cops 4 Kids with Autism program started by retired officer Julianna Trunko — festival-goers also enjoyed customized desserts from Sugar Bae Nei.

On July 20, rookie Petey Halpin hit his first career home run and playfully slapped coach Grant Fink during the Guardians’ 13-4 win over the Twins.

Halpin also recorded a double in what became a career-best game.

Casey James Live in Akron

Evening — The Vortex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night with Casey James, a standout from American Idol Season 9.

Perfectly Polite Dining Etiquette Class

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — M Italian — Cost information not provided — Enhance your dining skills with an etiquette class covering table settings and various cuisines.

Free Water Family Day

12-3 p.m. — Akron Art Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a splash-filled creative day with art activities and fun water play.

Snapology Robotics Workshop

1:30-5:30 p.m. — Northwest Akron Branch Library — Free entry — Build, code, and create machines with robotics and Legos for ages 7-12.

East Nash Grass Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — G.A.R. Hall — Cost info not provided — Experience tight harmonies and stellar picking from the acclaimed East Nash Grass band.

Meadow Music Concert Series

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Crown Point Ecology Center — Free entry — Experience live music by Richfield Circus in a scenic outdoor setting.

Cleveland Orchestra - Schumann's Second Symphony

7-10 p.m. — Blossom Music Center — Tickets required — Experience the emotional depth of Schumann’s Second Symphony performed by the renowned Cleveland Orchestra.

Summer Parks 2026—Goodyear Metro

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Sledding Hill at Goodyear Heights Metro Park — Free entry — Experience the Akron Symphony Orchestra performing classic masterpieces under the stars.

Nike Basketball Camp at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — St. Vincent-St. Mary High School — $320 — Improve your basketball skills at this comprehensive skills camp led by experienced coaches.

Chicago and Styx Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Blossom Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to classic hits from Styx in a beautiful outdoor setting.