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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local brewers in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls will release blimp-themed barleywines this weekend—Big Blimp! versions from homebrewers Larry and Donna Reuter and partnering breweries will be served starting Sept. 6. Meanwhile, Amazon has proposed a $33 million fulfillment center at the former Akron Baptist Temple site in Kenmore, and the plan will be discussed at an upcoming ward meeting. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Community members crowded South Arlington Street for the 50th East Akron Labor Day parade on Monday, September 1, featuring cheerleaders, local businesses, and decorated cars. The parade began after a half-hour delay—its route shortened and security increased after social media threats—as officials and Mayor Shammas Malik took extra care. Signal Akron
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Many household products like dish soap, oats and tires were created and made in Ohio as companies such as Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati and Goodyear in Akron built their legacies — these brands show local innovation — and today a wide range of everyday items connect our homes with the state's history. Akron Beacon Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 30 at 11:43 p.m., a shooting near University of Akron at the 500 block of East Exchange Street hospitalized a 19-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman, police confirmed. Cleveland 19 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Akron will celebrate a decade of live jazz as the 10th annual Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival runs Sept. 4-6 at Lock 3 — Akron Civic Theatre and BLU Jazz, featuring local and national acts including a special Sept. 6 concert at 7 p.m. with Kirk Whalum and The Michael Austin Project. The festival will also offer masterclasses, panel discussions, food trucks, and pop-up stages across the city. Signal Akron
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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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Retirement Planning Dinner Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Bricco West — Free entry — Gain essential retirement planning insights while enjoying a complimentary dinner.
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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.
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Dave Banks Big Band Latin Jazz Night
8-11 p.m. — BLU Jazz+ — $10 cover — Experience the vibrant rhythms and melodies of Latin jazz performed by an exceptional big band.
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Lunar Moth Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Musica — $10 — Experience the grunge-infused sounds of Lunar Moth on their 'Even Stranger Tour' with local support acts.
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Rookie to Rockstar Real Estate Event
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Shady Hollow Lodge - Sand Run Metro Park — Light bites and refreshments served — Gain insights from top agents and elevate your real estate career.
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