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The Akron Community Foundation's Millennium Fund for Children is accepting grant requests from nonprofits that support local children until Sept.

1. Applicants may receive up to $2,000 for programs addressing educational, physical, emotional and social well-being.

Ohio recorded nearly 19,000 deer-related crashes in 2024, with 45 fatal accidents from 2019 to 2024, making the white-tailed deer the state’s most dangerous animal.

Drivers, especially motorcyclists, face increased risks around dawn and dusk when collisions occur.

Former executive chef Mike Blankenship launched the Rust Belt Long Bread Company food truck in Greater Akron on Aug.

5. The truck serves creative 12-inch open-face sandwiches inspired by Northeast Ohio cuisine and has quickly become a hit at local festivals.

Akron’s Props and Pistons Festival will take place at Akron Fulton Airport Aug.

15-16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature an airshow with historic and modern aircraft, a free flight simulator, a car and motorcycle show, and a kids’ zone hosted by Akron Children’s Museum.

On Wednesday, Aug. 12, Akron stargazers can enjoy a planetary parade before sunrise + a partial solar eclipse beginning at 11:34 a.m. while a meteor shower peaks under a dark new-moon sky.

Summit County districts have announced start dates for the 2026-27 school year, with Akron Public Schools starting on Aug.

12 for grade 9 and others beginning between Aug. 17 and Aug. 31 (including schedules for preschool and kindergarten). The schedule summary was compiled by an Akron Beacon Journal education writer.

St. Vincent-St. Mary unveiled its revamped VanDevere Automotive Family Stadium on Wednesday in Akron.

The facility now features new turf & a digital scoreboard, with further upgrades planned for the field house and restrooms after the old field became unsafe.

On Aug. 5, the American Heart Association recognized Summa Health System Akron Campus and Cleveland Clinic Akron General among four hospitals for heart disease and stroke care in the Akron and Canton region as part of its Get with the Guidelines program to improve patient outcomes.

Akron mother Destiny Moore supports families after her eight-month-old daughter Legaci was diagnosed with an ultra-rare ELP2 disorder.

Early intervention has helped Legaci reach new milestones and Moore partners with experts (fewer than 30 reported) to share valuable resources.

A program started in March by Diane Reed and Angela Barnett at Arlington Church of God is now offering food + diapers, mentorship and transportation assistance to pregnant Black women and new mothers in East Akron.

A USA TODAY writer predicted the Browns will finish with a 5-12 record despite new talent and coaching changes, raising questions about the quarterback role, offensive line and defense as the season begins.

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.