Good morning, Akron.

A water main break closed part of the Shoreway yesterday—emergency crews began repairs to reopen the road later today.

Skyway Drive-In closed its Green location on Aug.

27 after nearly 28 years serving the community+ its Fairlawn location at 2781 W. Market Street remains open.

Ohio licensed dispensaries now sell pre-rolled joints statewide under new rules set by the Division of Cannabis Control.

Local retailers such as Amplify and Klutch Cannabis are preparing for increased demand—some already reporting instant sell-outs while others build inventory.

The Beacon Journal checked prices on Aug.

28 at Acme, Aldi, Giant Eagle and Walmart in Akron—price hikes from tariffs and inflation may affect local grocery costs. The report will follow 10 grocery essentials monthly to help residents plan their budgets.

On Aug. 27, FirstEnergy removed an osprey nest from a transmission pole in Coventry Township along Manchester Road near Pav's Creamery after months of drone monitoring, as the nest had contributed to electrical outages this spring in the Barberton and Portage Lakes area.

The removal caused a five-minute power cut for about 200 customers, and the company will remove six other nests from the region—efforts aimed at reducing future outages.

The city of Akron extended the deadline for developers to submit proposals to purchase and redevelop the former APS headquarters building at 70 N.

Broadway to Sept. 18+ developers must register for a property tour by Sept. 3.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio finalized layoffs of 20 staff—an effort to save over $1 million after facing sharp federal funding cuts and a projected $10 million revenue loss from Medicaid defunding and Title X cuts.

The organization said the reduction is needed to continue providing essential sexual and reproductive health services to more than 50,000 patients.

Health officials said hand, foot and mouth disease is now affecting teenagers and forced the cancellation of Friday night’s football game between Akron Garfield and Revere High Schools—officials stress that handwashing and staying home when sick can help stop the spread.

Former Cleveland Cavaliers and current Los Angeles Clippers coach Ty Lue said on a podcast Aug.

28 that Kyrie Irving’s trade to the Boston Celtics left LeBron James crushed—he was seen dropping his marker while signing memorabilia for his Akron-based foundation. Lue noted that if Irving had stayed, Cleveland might have won another championship.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Retirement Planning Dinner Workshop

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Bricco West — Free entry — Gain essential retirement planning insights while enjoying a complimentary dinner.

Retro Rewind with The Unit Band

8:30-11 p.m. — House Three Thirty — Specialty food and drinks available — Experience live nostalgic hits in an intimate Cabaret setting.