Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of September.
Good morning, Akron.
🏘️ Community
Katie Carver Reed (a longtime executive vice president) has been named president and CEO of Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank effective Jan.
1; she will lead the organization as it addresses rising demand and funding cuts.
Akronites can test their skills with this week’s breakfast photo quiz that challenges residents to identify a busy diner on Saturday mornings.
More than 100 locals correctly named Lake Rockwell last week and winners were celebrated.
Akron neighbors say heavy school pick-up traffic near local schools puts children at risk, prompting calls for local leaders to review safety measures.
Community members hope a review will help ease congestion soon.
🎭 Culture
Akron faith communities face a cultural mix as churchgoers choose between traditional Sunday best and casual wear influenced by today’s trends.
In May, United Baptist Church unveiled a 100-year timeline wall and will host a Sunday Best Fashion Show on Sept. 26 to spotlight this evolving style.
🏛️ Government
The I-77 expansion project between Ghent Road and Everett Road will finish three seasons early, expected to complete late Oct. or early Nov.
The $56 million project — advanced by Kenmore Construction Company — will ease traffic for nearly 60,000 daily vehicles.
🏥 Health
Akron Children's Hospital was ranked the fifth best pediatric hospital in Ohio by U.S. News & World Report today.
The rankings, based on clinical data and surveys from pediatric specialists, guide families to find quality care for serious conditions.
📰 Real Estate
Summit County Land Bank was awarded over $2.7 million reallocated from state funds to demolish four local buildings & pave the way for redevelopment.
The money supports the CitiCenter project and the former Barrett Elementary School on Jonathan Avenue to be prepped for new uses.
🏈 Sports
The OHSAA announced the Week 5 high school football schedule for Summit County teams, noting that five Akron-area teams remain undefeated with Walsh Jesuit leading the rankings.
Games begin Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m. or 7 p.m. at local venues.
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