Good morning, Akron.

Angel Falls Coffee Co. in Highland Square is a longtime local spot that stays open until 9 p.m.—founded in 1996 by Jim King and Rafael Oletta, the café serves real pumpkin lattes, homemade pastries, and loose-leaf teas in a cozy 90s vibe.

Sweet Mary's Bakery in downtown Akron won Signal’s Best of the City bakery award — the recognition comes as the business draws many customers with its creative pastries, coffee, and bold social messages.

Owner Mary Hospodarsky opened the bakery in 2015 and credits strong community support with its steady growth.

Big Lots is reopening 28 stores across Ohio, including two in Akron, with a grand celebration set to begin at 9 a.m. on October 31 — the event will offer storewide savings, an expanded furniture selection and seasonal decor as the retailer relaunches following its early 2025 acquisition.

Amazon announced plans to hire 11,000 seasonal workers in Ohio as part of its holiday hiring push — the jobs include full-time, part-time, and seasonal roles paying over $19 per hour with listings posted weekly through December.

Akron Public Schools Treasurer Wayne Bowers explained the district's budget and staff matters in a recent interview, outlining his priorities for managing school resources.

The discussion provided clear insights for the community.

Leaf pick up in Akron will begin Monday, Nov.

3 in Ward 3, with follow-up dates for other wards through Dec. 10—residents should bring leaves to the curb the day before and check the city’s channels for any weather-related changes. City guidelines advise not raking leaves into the street after pick-up to avoid fines.

The American Cancer Society projects 11,800 new female breast cancer cases in Ohio in 2025 and the state's Breast and Cervical Cancer Project offers free mammograms to eligible low-income women.

Early detection is crucial since nearly 100% survival occurs for early-stage cases but drops to 32% for late-stage diagnoses — a key fact during Breast Cancer Awareness Month — so health officials urge women to get screened promptly.

Vaccaro’s Trattoria is hosting a five-course dinner today at 6 p.m. at 1000 Ghent Road with wines from Robert Biale Vineyards, a family-run winery whose history began when 14-year-old Aldo Biale first made Zinfandel in the 1940s—serving dishes like lamb baklava paired with Party Line Zin and other Biale wines.

After defeating the Dolphins 31-6 on Oct.

19, the Browns remain 2-5—raising questions about whether they can build on a strong performance, boost downfield offense and convert four takeaways into consistent wins as they face the Patriots in New England.

Dueling Pianos Fundraiser

6-9 p.m. — EJ Thomas Hall — $40.00 – $75.00 — Enjoy a lively piano showdown where the audience dictates the playlist for a night of fun and music.

Akron Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s

7-9 p.m. — BARMACY Bar & Grill — Ticket required — Experience an exciting evening of speed dating with potential matches in a friendly atmosphere.

Ohio & Erie Canal Cleanups

1-4 p.m. — Summit Lake Park — Free entry — Help keep the Ohio & Erie Canal natural spaces healthy while enjoying time outdoors.

5th Annual Haunted Forest Marathon

8 AM - 2 PM — St. Helena Heritage Park — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a festive marathon weekend with a spooky twist for the whole family.

Preview Party at Constance Fromagerie & Café

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Constance by West Side Charcuterie — 10% off pantry and retail items — Sample cheeses and charcuterie at Akron’s newest café and give feedback on your favorites.

5th Annual Halloween Party

9:00 PM – 2:30 AM — Mercedes Neighborhood Tavern — Cost info not provided — Celebrate Halloween with fun and festivities at this annual gathering.

Smells Like Snow Coffee Festival

12-7:30 p.m. — Lock 3 Park — Free entry — Celebrate the coffee culture with live music and exciting surprises at this year's festival.

Cleveland South Record Riot Vinyl Sale

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM — Woodside Event Center at St Michael's — Entry fee varies — Dig through a massive collection of over 15,000 vinyl records, LPs, and more in a vibrant community atmosphere.

Radian, Moontemple, Arctor and Temple Witch

7-10 p.m. — Musica — Concert tickets available — Enjoy an eclectic night of music featuring Temple Witch and more.

UMass Minutemen vs. Akron Zips Football Game

7:00-8:30 p.m. — InfoCision Stadium — Enjoy a thrilling college football matchup as UMass takes on Akron.