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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wally Waffle, the Akron-based breakfast chain celebrating 50 years, is now opening franchising opportunities to expand beyond its three local spots. Owners Josh and Justin Miletti plan to find committed partners while preserving the family style—franchising is central to their growth strategy. Cleveland.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ John Buntin Jr.—owner of Kenmore Komics—explained his early interest in comic books that led him to open the shop. His story offers a glimpse into the passion behind the local comic culture. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Summit Artspace—located at 140 E. Market St.—is undergoing $1M renovations that update spaces, systems, and studio areas while preserving historic elements, and it remains closed until early 2026. Thirty resident artists have temporarily moved their work as the project supports future programming. Signal Akron
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eight candidates are running for four Akron Board of Education seats as Election Day on November 4 nears—three are incumbents and five are new faces with experience in finance, teaching and community work. The winners will serve a four-year term starting in January and take on challenges such as budget pressures and major school projects. Signal Akron
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, early in-person voting begins at the Summit County Board of Elections at 1050 E. Tallmadge Ave. in Akron from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and voters can also request absentee ballots online until Oct. 28—ballots must be mailed in time for the Nov. 4 election. Signal Akron
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An investigation shows that emergency rooms in Northeast Ohio have long wait times, with Mercy Medical Center in Canton averaging 256 minutes and multiple University Hospitals and Cleveland Clinic sites reporting similar delays—while Akron General’s wait of 2 hours 37 minutes did not rank among the worst. The study used data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to measure the time from check-in to leaving the ER. News 5 Cleveland
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new Tripadvisor list has ranked 30 of Akron’s best cheap-eat spots—including diners, food trucks, and delis— with Devitis Italian Market topping the list. The ratings reflect real user reviews that show affordable dining options around Akron. Cleveland.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Top Division I golfers from Greater Akron are set to compete in district tournaments this week after winning sectional championships—Hudson and Hoban teams led by juniors Ben Fauver and Ben Berridge earned key medalist honors. The boys tournament was held yesterday at Pine Hills Golf Club while the girls contest is today at Tanglewood Golf Club—local teams look to build on their strong sectional results. Akron Beacon Journal
TRAVEL NEWS
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The Ultimate Pink Floyd Tribute Experience
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Goodyear Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Pink Floyd like never before in an unforgettable tribute performance.
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Canal Corridor 100 Mile Endurance Run
October 11-12 — Missing Falls Brewery, Downtown Akron — Donations from profits — Challenge yourself in this scenic ultramarathon along the Ohio & Erie Canalway.
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Early Childhood-Kindergarten Open House
Old Trail School a Preschool-Grade 8 independent school located in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Discover if Old Trail School is the right fit for your child by experiencing our campus firsthand and seeing how our closer relationships and deeper learning experiences can help your child thrive.
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Brecksville Sunday Hike: Coffee & Snacks
9 AM - 12 PM — Harriet Keeler Memorial Picnic Area — Free entry — Start the hiking season with coffee, snacks, and a delightful outdoor adventure.
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Akron Epilepsy Support Group
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center — Free event — Connect with locals to discuss epilepsy and share management strategies.
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Girl Scouts Adventure Kickoff
6-7 p.m. — Northwest Family Recreation — Free entry — Discover what Girl Scouts can offer girls in grades K-5 while enjoying fun activities and meeting new friends.
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Preschool-Grade 8 Open House
Old Trail School is a Preschool-Grade 8 independent school located in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Discover if Old Trail School is the right fit for your child by experiencing our campus firsthand and seeing how our closer relationships and deeper learning experiences can help your child thrive.
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