Good morning, Akron.

At Tuesday’s National Night Out at Patterson Park, Akron police Sergeant Damber Subba—the city’s first Bhutanese refugee officer—was honored with the Woodson Center Good Cop Award for his community efforts.

He shared his journey from a refugee camp to serving and inspiring his neighbors in his adopted hometown.

Walgreens is closing stores nationwide as part of a restructuring plan, but no Ohio location has closed in 2026.

The chain did close outlets in Garfield Heights — Reynoldsburg in 2025 amid financial losses.

Akron-Canton Airport has received a $9.1 million federal grant to repair its passenger bridges and reconstruct key facilities.

The grant, announced Aug. 4, will boost safety + travel efficiency for future passengers.

Summa Health (based in Akron) announced Jennifer Eslinger as its new president and CEO, effective Sept.

21. She brings over 20 years of leadership experience from Rochester Regional Health and other organizations and will focus on clinical quality, digital innovation and community care in Northeast Ohio.

Ohio health officials reported over 4,000 cyclospora cases (largest linked to iceberg lettuce) and urged residents to wash produce thoroughly to lower the risk of infection.

They stressed that proper food safety steps at home can help reduce possible contamination without cutting out fruits and vegetables.

Taste of the Browns is coming up to benefit the Greater Cleveland Food Bank as fans look forward to mingling with former players, while eight restaurants run Hospitality for Hope (supporting local charities) and Akronym Brewing in Akron hosted Lagerfest where three Northeast breweries were honored.

Akron Zips football is letting one season ticket holder help design the opening drive for the home opener.

The winning fan will be chosen on Aug. 19 and work with coach Joe Moorhead to script plays against Robert Morris on Sept. 12.

The Guardians acquired outfielder Jo Adell, pitcher Foster Griffin + first baseman Nathaniel Lowe on Aug.

4 to boost their roster ahead of an expected playoff push. The trades add depth in key areas without sacrificing top prospects.

Happy Together Tour

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Cafe — Tickets vary — Relive classic 60s and 70s hits with renowned pop and rock acts in an unforgettable nostalgia concert.

Five Finger Death Punch Concert

6:00-8:15 PM — Blossom Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of heavy rock with Five Finger Death Punch alongside country star Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire.

The Stray Cats Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — Northfield Park Racino — Cost info not specified — Experience the legendary rockabilly sounds of The Stray Cats in an unforgettable live performance.