Good morning, Akron.

Community events are set in Greater Akron over the next few weeks.

A Lifebanc 5K walk is on Aug. 23 at Blossom Music Center and a dinner fundraiser is on Aug. 27 at Himelright Lodge, with more events planned through October.

Akron is set to host its 10th anniversary Pride Festival on Aug.

21 and Aug. 22 with Todrick Hall and local entertainer Discord Addams performing; the event will include a 5K race, an Equity March, and a new Drinks & Disco Dogs event at Lock 4.

Akron author T.B. Pasko released his new detective novel 'Insolvency,' the second book in his 7th Precinct Series, which follows Detective Cassie Oliver unraveling complex cases in Port Isley (a fictional Western Pennsylvania city).

Summit County Public Health warned that tick activity is likely to increase in Akron as temperatures cool.

Environmental health supervisor Sara Cochrane advises residents to use EPA-registered repellent, wear light-colored clothing, and check for ticks after outdoor activities (to guard against Lyme disease).

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.