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Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Akron City Council is opening applications for grants aimed at neighborhood improvement and educational projects, with a total annual budget of $150,000. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The Akron Bar Association is organizing a Veterans Day Celebration event featuring breakfast and speakers, open to members and the public at the MAPS Air Museum. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The Downtown Akron Fall Fest, free to attend, will feature trick-or-treating, a haunted bus, and costume contests on October 19 from 4-7 p.m. at Cascade Plaza. Cleveland.com
- ➤ Summit County offers a day for individuals with felony convictions to potentially seal or expunge their records for free on Oct. 29. Akron Beacon Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Akron police are seeking information on three separate robberies that occurred on a single Friday evening, including an incident where a suspect was apprehended. WKYC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Akron School Board unanimously passed a resolution supporting Superintendent Michael Robinson, crediting him for the district's progress and addressing his concerns for respect and support. Akron Beacon Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Absentee and early in-person voting have started in Ohio for upcoming Congressional, Senate, and Presidential races. iHeartMedia
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ohio's Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus top U.S. News Best Children's Hospitals 2024-2025, with Akron and Cleveland hospitals also ranking highly. Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Summit County invites public votes to determine the High School Athlete of the Week for Sept. 30-Oct. 6, showcasing standout performances in various sports. Akron Beacon Journal
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Precious Stand-Up Comedy Show
Experience a night of laughter with Precious, a talented stand-up comedian from Akron, as she shares her relatable stories and charming wit at her home club, the Funny Stop Comedy Club.
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Tequila Cocktail Essentials: Hands-On Mixology Class
Learn and craft four iconic tequila cocktails in an intimate hands-on class led by expert mixologists from Western Reserve Distillers.
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Something Wicked This Way Comes - Storytime
Experience a captivating storytime at the Northwest Akron Branch Library, designed for young readers and families to promote a love of reading and learning.
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Sesame Street Live: A Magical Musical Experience
Experience an enchanting live show featuring beloved characters like Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, and Elmo in a spectacular all-singing, all-dancing performance.
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Fairlawn Weekly AA Meeting
Learn about alcohol addiction recovery resources and get support at this open AA meeting in Akron.
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Rabid Readers Book Discussion at Ellet Branch Library
Experience a friendly monthly book discussion that fosters community engagement at the Ellet Branch Library.
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Pop-up Story Time with Ideastream for Preschoolers
Experience an engaging storytime session with educators, featuring book readings, educational videos, and crafting activities suitable for preschoolers and open to all ages.
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Frankie Avalon Live in Concert
Experience a live performance by the legendary Frankie Avalon at E.J. Thomas Hall.
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Community Trunk or Treat Event
Experience a fun-filled afternoon of Trunk or Treating for families with bags and treats provided at O'Neill Healthcare Middleburg Heights.
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Back to the 90's with ENDROCK!
Experience a nostalgic night of alternative 90s rock hits performed by Cleveland's ultimate cover band ENDROCK at THE WORKZ on the Riverfront.
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