Good morning, Akron.

Forever R Children's Shower Bus, made from a METRO bus with a $90,000 upgrade, now gives full shower services in Akron to help guests feel clean and dignified—meeting a basic need for vulnerable residents.

The bus serves about 20 people each session at pop-up sites and plans to add more locations across Akron and Summit County—supported by local government and community partners.

Two men convicted for a 2023 shooting at an Akron apartment complex on Pine Knolls Drive were sentenced last week by a Summit County judge, with Quynshod Taylor receiving 18 to 22 years in prison and Jay'Viare Harden receiving 7 to 9 years — co-defendants Martaze Portis and Solomon Varner had been sentenced earlier to 10 to 11 years.

Summer concerts and cultural events are set across Northeast Ohio from August 3 through late September, with bluegrass jamming at Canal Fulton Library and rock shows in Akron, Cleveland and Medina.

Organizers have planned indoor and outdoor gatherings—offering residents a mix of music and community events throughout the region.

Griff Hill of Hudson received a lung transplant after a biopsy complication nearly removed him from the wait list and he and his wife raised nearly $117,000 for Lifebanc from (2015 to 2024) before planning to support the 2025 Gift of Life Walk & Run.

They will participate at the new event site (Porthouse Theatre on the Blossom Music Center grounds in Cuyahoga Falls) on August 10.

Woodridge Bulldogs high school football will start its 2025 season with new coach John Daraio—previously from Ellet—who expects the team to win each game by running a power spread offense and a three-safety defense in the competitive Metro Athletic Conference.

Key players such as Naseer Williams-Clay, Rory Johnson, Jacob Igleheart, and Kai Jones will help the Bulldogs in matchups starting Aug. 22 at 7 p.m.

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.

All the Many

7-9 p.m. — Mercedes Neighborhood Tavern — Free entry — Discover a new band performing a diverse arrangement of music.

Live Music with Ben Clark

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery — Wine and beer available — Enjoy live music outdoors while sipping on refreshing drinks.

FREE Summer Parks Concert at Lock 3

7:30-9 p.m. — Lock 3 Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of beautiful music performed by the Akron Symphony Orchestra in the heart of Akron's great outdoors.

Afternoon Ninja Activity

12:30-4 p.m. — Super Ninja World — Pricing info not specified — Engage in super fun ninja activities designed for ages 6-14.

Forgotten History Forum Series

6-8 p.m. — Akron-Summit County Public Library — Free admission — Discover the gripping history of the Mercury spacesuit crafted in Akron and its impact on space exploration.

Stretch Social with Flo

6-7:30 p.m. — Lone Spruce Area for Sand Run Metro Park — Free entry — Unwind and reconnect with a gentle outdoor stretch session for all bodies.

City of Invention Concert

7 PM - 1 AM — The Rialto Theatre — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt lyrics and soulful harmonies from local indie bands.

LITFRANK Live in Akron, OH

7 PM – 12 AM — The Vortex — Meet & greets available — Experience an unforgettable night with LITFRANK and a lineup of rising stars in alt-rap and hip-hop.

PorchROKR Music Festival

3-11 p.m. — Highland Square Neighborhood — Free entry — Experience a vibrant outdoor music festival with diverse regional talent and a lively atmosphere.