Good morning, Akron.

On Friday, a man was sentenced to life in prison for fatally shooting 24-year-old Paige Calich on the porch of her Akron home last summer while she was with her 3-year-old son—Denzel Pope, 20, was previously convicted on related charges and his sister pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter.

Summit County Public Health inspected many food places in July and found Talamo’s in Akron had 16 critical violations—problems like an inaccessible handwashing sink and rodent droppings that could lead to license issues if not fixed.

Casa Nueva Restaurante in Stow and Chen’s No. 1 Kitchen in Akron also had several violations that may prompt further actions.

Senior wide receiver Milan Parris and junior defensive end Dario Jeras from Walsh Jesuit earned preseason honors as Akron-area high school football's top players of 2025 — Parris received 32.53 percent and Jeras 51.24 percent of 16,444 votes.

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.

UX + PMI Summer Social

5:30-7:30 p.m. — BrewWall — Attendees responsible for their own tab — Enjoy a casual summer social with food, drinks, and networking opportunities for UX enthusiasts.

Akron Speed Dating Event for Ages 35-54

7-9 p.m. — BARMACY Bar & Grill — Ticket required — Experience the thrill of meeting potential matches in a fun and friendly environment.

Enchanted Realm Bookish Ball 2025

6-11:30 p.m. — Greystone — Ticketed event — Dive into a literary fantasy at this magical evening of books, dancing, and enchantment.

Mix-It-Up Mondays

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Northwest Family Recreation — Free entry — A fun-filled day of crafts, music, and playful activities for tots and their caregivers.

Akron Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s

7-9 p.m. — P.F. Chang's — Ticket required — Make meaningful connections with local singles through fast-paced, fun conversations.

Nature Rx | Mindfulness Walk

8-9 a.m. — Hardesty Park — Free entry — Start your day with a gentle mindfulness walk and connect with nature in Akron's beautiful park.

Live Music with Aaron Stanley

6:30 – 9:00 PM — Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy outdoor live music and refreshing drinks at the winery's backyard bar.

Akron's Bearded Gang Fundraiser for Youth Basketball

3:00 PM — Mercedes Neighborhood Tavern — $10 at the door — Help support West Akron youth basketball with a special performance by Melrose Eve!