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A Twinsburg firefighter, Josh Jarzab, who rescued an 8-month-old baby during an August house fire, will be honored in New York City on Oct.

28 — National First Responders Day as he joins other heroes for the Roll Call of Heroes ceremony.

Summit Mall in Fairlawn marks its 60th anniversary this month and has recently seen new stores like Lovisa and Nails So Dep by Ben open, with a photo exhibit highlighting its long history in the food court.

Perfumania will open a store this holiday season and Kids Empire will open later this year, while Carhartt, J.Jill, and Dave's Hot Chicken are set to open in 2026—expanding the mall's retail options.

As temperatures drop, insects like boxelder bugs, brown marmorated stink bugs, Asian lady beetles, and western conifer seed bugs are moving into homes in Ohio in search of warmth—experts advise residents to seal gaps around windows, doors, and vents to keep them out.

Starting Monday, October 27, the ramp from Ghent Road to Interstate 77 southbound in Bath will be closed until July as part of an interstate widening project in Fairlawn and Bath—drivers must detour via Ghent Road to state Route 18 to access I-77; lane restrictions will continue on I-77 between Everett Road and the Ohio Turnpike.

METRO RTA announced free rides on METRO Direct and METRO ADA services will be offered on Election Day, Nov.

4, Veterans Day, Nov. 11, and Giving Tuesday, Dec. 2. The move is designed to remove transportation barriers for voters and show gratitude to veterans.

Akron Public Schools AD Joe Vassalotti and Garfield coach Kemp Boyd expressed disappointment after the OHSAA changed Week 10 canceled football games to forfeit wins and losses — they said the decision, made amid health concerns over hand, foot and mouth disease, has left local teams confused and penalized as playoffs approach.

Akron quarterback Ben Finley led the Zips to a 24-16 win over the Buffalo Bulls on Oct.

25 with two touchdown passes and one rushing score—helping end a seven-game losing streak—while the defense forced five turnovers and gave Buffalo its first conference loss this season.

The 2-5 Browns will visit the 5-2 Patriots in Week 8 as experts predict a low-scoring game.

Some experts forecast scores between Patriots 21-17 and 24-17—coach Mike Vrabel is credited for New England’s strong defense—while analysts worry the Browns may not score enough on the road.

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.

Pie & Cheese Pairing

6-8 p.m. — Constance by West Side Charcuterie — Ticketed event — Experience four mini pies expertly paired with gourmet cheeses in a cozy new café setting.

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.

TOWERS and Friends Live at The Rialto Theatre

7-10 p.m. — The Rialto Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Experience a captivating night of indie sounds from NE Ohio's Towers, St. Thomas Collective, and The Cabin Sound.

Euchre Night at Foundry Social

7-9 p.m. — Foundry Social — Free entry — Come and enjoy a fun night of euchre with friends and fellow enthusiasts.