Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.
Good morning, Akron.
🏘️ Community
Federal cuts to SNAP benefits for legal immigrants who are not citizens will start Nov.
1 and put many families in Akron at risk of food insecurity. Local food pantries and community groups are meeting to find ways to cope with rising demand for food—filling a gap left by the federal changes.
💼 Business
Akron's Zakee Mediterranean Street Food opened April 1 in Merriman Valley and serves meals prepared without artificial flavors, preservatives, or additives.
The husband-wife team, Khaled and Shadia Jaffal, uses mostly local produce for build-it-yourself bowls and generous shareable sides—drawing diners looking for healthy options.
📰 Lifestyle
Luigi’s Restaurant in Akron—family-run since 1949—is known for serving freshly made pizzas including a white pizza with three cheeses that won Signal Akron’s Best of the City contest.
The restaurant prepares orders fresh starting at 6 a.m.—ensuring consistent quality—while it stays busy through lunch and dinner.
🏈 Sports
Eighteen Akron area high school football teams have qualified for the state playoffs, with eight earning first-round byes to play in Week 12—games on Oct.
31 feature rematches and teams with strong playoff records.
After a 32-13 loss to the Patriots, coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed that Dillon Gabriel will remain the Browns’ starting quarterback despite his two interceptions and said the team will review all positions before facing the Jets on Nov.
9. He noted improvements in play and receiver handling will be part of the review — a move that tackles issues raised during the bye week.
🎉 Akron Events
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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.
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