Good morning, Akron.

Akron police released new surveillance photos on Thursday showing persons of interest after a violent incident in early July at Mason Community Learning Center parking lot where gunfire and vehicle-related chaos injured five by bullets and ten by cars.

Green Local Schools has advanced projects as demolition paved the way for upgrades at Green Intermediate School and new constructions at the primary, elementary, and middle schools in time for the 2025-26 school year—ribbon-cutting events for the elementary and middle schools are set for Aug.21 and Aug.22.

At House Three Thirty on August 7, Akron students gathered for the ALL IN AKRON giveaway where 10‑year‑old Cassidy Maryweather picked a black backpack—she said black is cool—to help her study science at STEM Middle School.

Sponsors offered free supplies such as notebooks and haircuts to help families get ready for the new school year.

Summit Metro Parks is starting a 100-year plan that will guide the park system as it builds on over 100 years of service since 1921.

In honor of Akron’s 200th birthday, the agency will plant 200 trees in Sand Run, Gorge and Cascade Valley parks—symbols of a community committed to preserving nature.

At a meeting on Aug. 4, Lakemore Village Council approved tighter fertilizer rules near waterways to protect Springfield Lake—these rules ban applications within 20 feet of water unless a proper buffer or spreader device is used.

The council will hold a public hearing on Aug. 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building to discuss a rezoning plan for a planned 250-unit residential development and approved various budget increases for local funds.

Local high school football teams will kick off their season on Aug.

22 at 7 p.m. as teams like Buchtel, Copley, Firestone, Highland, Norton, Revere, and Woodridge set schedules and new coaching plans—coaches say each team will work to improve on last season.

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.

Girls Volleyball Triple Header

4:30-9:38 p.m. — Akron Firestone — Support your local teams in an exciting evening of volleyball action.

Tommy Lehman Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Musica — $10 — Enjoy a mid-week vibe check with Tommy Lehman and friends amidst happy hour specials.