Good morning, Akron.

North Hill farmers market attracts hundreds every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. through Sept.

24—local vendors like Bubbhi Rai and Miguel Quiroc offer fresh vegetables and cooking demos to support immigrant entrepreneurs.

The Akron Zoo and METRO Regional Transit Authority have partnered to offer free bus rides when visitors show their zoo admission ticket—this plan will make the zoo more accessible during Community Days in September and includes METRO's Boo Bus event on Oct 19.

Police are investigating a shooting near the University of Akron campus — a 19-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman were injured shortly before midnight Saturday on East Exchange Street and investigators urge anyone with information to contact police.

GasBuddy data shows that gas prices fell in Cleveland to $3.24 per gallon after a drop of 13.9 cents and in Akron to $3.10 after a decline of 26.6 cents in the last week.

Cleveland’s rate remains 4.8 cents above last month while the national average is near $3.15 — a sign that prices are stabilizing as summer ends.

On Aug. 26, about 200 Canton residents gathered at a Plumbers and Pipefitters union hall to hear Rep. Emilia Sykes, an Akron native representing Ohio’s 13th district.

She warned that redistricting later this year may shift resources and political focus in Akron—adding to concerns about large campaign spending and national map changes.

Ohio lawmakers approved eight new laws that will change rules on building inspections, arrest quotas, hunting licenses, waste handling, cybersecurity and driver education.

The changes — including tighter appeal deadlines for inspections, a ban on arrest quotas, and a lower age for discounted licenses — will take effect Sept. 30.

Summit County Public Health inspected many food places in August and found several had serious code violations that may lead to penalties.

Hyde Out in Akron had 17 violations—the highest count—while other locations like Toko BBQ and Waterloo Restaurant and Catering reported between 7 and 9 issues that could trigger further action.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Poetry Night at House Three Thirty

7:30-10 p.m. — House Three Thirty — Specialty food and beverages available — Immerse yourself in a night of poetic expression and community creativity at this open mic event.