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Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, the City of Akron will host the 11th annual Blue Heron Homecoming Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Water Reclamation Facility on Akron-Peninsula Road—this free, zero-waste event will feature a 5K run, guided tours and live music while highlighting improvements in clean water that have brought back local blue herons. Akron.com
- ➤ Trick-or-treat events in Greater Akron are scheduled with Akron hosting its event from 5—7 p.m. on Oct. 25 while many nearby communities hold theirs on varying dates through Nov. 1. The list covers towns in Summit, Medina, Portage, and Stark counties where local organizers set different times for Halloween. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ On September 16, Gladman’s fence was damaged during an Akron Police chase when officers pursued a woman riding a bike, leaving her feeling unsafe for over a year. Contractors Jacob Pridgen and Osikena Okolo (owners of Brotherhood Enterprise Inc.) rebuilt the fence for free in one day, restoring her sense of security. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ Bryan Needham leads a tour of the renovated Reservoir Park in Goodyear Heights — highlighting its new design features — to show local residents what has been updated. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Summit Fresh Mobile Market, a grocery store on wheels run by a local nonprofit, will launch on Oct 11 at Reach Opportunity Center in Akron from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—it will offer $15 grocery vouchers, accept SNAP once the shutdown ends, and provide coupons to the first 25 fathers with a child under 1 while delivering fresh produce, meats, dairy and other food to local neighborhoods in need. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Downtown Akron Fall Fest will take place on Saturday, Oct 18 from 4-7 p.m. on Lock 3, Lock 4 and Main Street—community members will enjoy a costume contest, trick-or-treating, a kid-friendly spooky train ride, and live music while volunteers help with activities. Cleveland.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. today for Dancing with the Stars: Live! tour at Akron Civic Theatre next year, where performers will show routines from season 34 and new stage numbers. The 74-date tour launches on Jan. 22 and will bring a live show experience—focusing on popular TV talent—to Akron. Cleveland.com
- ➤ Akron will host the inaugural Oatmeal Festival tomorrow, Oct. 11 at Cascade Locks Park (57 W. North Street) as part of its bicentennial celebration honoring Ferdinand Schumacher, the Oatmeal King who popularized oatmeal in the mid-19th century. The free festival will offer live performances, food trucks and art displays that reflect the city’s rich food history. Akron Beacon Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro delivered her seventh State of the County Address Oct. 1 at the John S. Knight Center in downtown Akron and highlighted progress in the polymer industry, a planned research facility at the University of Akron, and sewer service upgrades in New Franklin, Copley, and Peninsula (the event is sponsored by the Akron Press Club to benefit local journalism scholarships). She also spoke on affordable housing, mental health support, and job programs while urging residents to vote on local ballot issues (Issue 1 for public safety and Issue 2 for responsible tax reform). Akron.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Akron Children’s opened its first pediatric primary care office in Cuyahoga Falls on Sept. 30 — the new facility at 1625 Portage Trail combines two previous offices and offers 20 exam rooms, parking, and access to pediatric specialists. Akron.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Akron native LeBron James will miss the Lakers' regular season opener on Oct.21 because of sciatica on his right side—he is expected to be sidelined for three-to-four weeks and his recovery will be re-evaluated after that time. Akron Beacon Journal
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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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