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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Akron will host many fun events this Labor Day weekend as residents can look forward to art, food and family activities. The schedule features the Akron Society of Artists’ summer series ending Saturday at the Main Public Library, PizzaFest at Lock 3 and the Food Truck Festival at Hardesty Park, the Made in Ohio Art & Craft Festival at Hale Farm & Village, The Lion King in Concert at Blossom Music Center, and the 50th East Akron Labor Day Parade starting at 10 a.m. Monday along 7th Avenue — South Arlington Street. Signal Akron
- ➤ A veteran in Akron received a generous donation from a local non-profit on August 26th—no additional details were shared. Cleveland 19 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Norton High School grads Justin Jones and Josh Casteel drove for 24 hours around Tallmadge Circle in a bright red Charger, completing 1,809 laps while facing mechanical problems and heavy traffic. Their YouTube video showed stops for refueling and repairs—demonstrating the risks and rewards of their stunt. Akron Beacon Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Northeast Ohio, the Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a milder winter—with above normal temperatures and near to below-average snowfall—from Dec. 21 to March 20, while the National Weather Service expects above-normal precipitation in Summit County. The Almanac uses solar science, climatology, and meteorology to forecast conditions but the forecasts differ between the two sources. Akron Beacon Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Senate is considering a law—called the School Bus Safety Act—that would raise fines for drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses and use $10 million from lottery funds to add safety cameras on buses; it will need Governor DeWine's signature to become law. News 5 Cleveland
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tusky Valley High School freshman Mayson White broke his C-4 vertebrae in his first varsity game — leaving him paralyzed as community members and former player Kory Wiita rally in support of his family ahead of the Friday away game against Coshocton with fundraisers planned. FOX 8
- ➤ Voters in Akron-area high school football are choosing the champions for the 2025 OHSAA season in polls open until 5 p.m. Aug. 28; the winners for the City Series, Suburban League, and Metro Athletic Conference will be announced on Aug. 29 via BeaconJournal.com. Akron Beacon Journal
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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.
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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.
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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!
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3rd Annual Live. Love. Thrive. 5K Run & 2.5K Walk
12:30-2:30 p.m. — 521 S River Rd, Munroe Falls, OH — Registration fees apply — Participate in a community-focused run and walk on Labor Day to support healthy living.
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Irish Jam Session
6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Rialto Theatre — Free entry — Experience an evening filled with Irish music and camaraderie at Akron's premier live music venue.
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The Wallhavens Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Old 97 — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with The Wallhavens as they get you dancing and singing along.
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Classic Bike Show & Swap Meet
9 AM – 5 PM — Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market — $10 for vendor spaces — Explore antique and classic bikes while enjoying a community atmosphere.
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Cole Swindell: Happy Hour Sad Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Tickets from $39.50 — Experience multi-platinum artist Cole Swindell with special guests Priscilla Block and Logan Crosby on his Happy Hour Sad Tour.
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Family Renaissance Fair
10:30 a.m. — Massillon Public Library — Registration required — Experience a day of family fun with jousting, ax throwing, and wand making.
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Acorn Run 5K and 1K Walk
8 AM — Summa Health Center Imaging-Green — Registration fees support local charity — Participate in a community run through scenic Uniontown for a great cause.
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