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Akron
Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A looming government shutdown will cut off SNAP benefits starting Nov 1 and Akron-area food pantries are already facing longer lines as rising energy costs stress residents' budgets. Summit County Council approved $250,000 to the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank to help serve nearly 77,000 people—community leaders urge officials to act quickly to prevent a food crisis. Akron Beacon Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Akron President R.J. Nemer celebrated improvements in enrollment, retention, and finances during his State of the University address at the Akron Press Club on October 29th—he noted a 9.7% increase in first-year students and a 50% reduction in the deficit, and he launched the 'More Yes' campaign while outlining five priority areas for the next year including continued enrollment growth and campus beautification with no planned layoffs. Signal Akron
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Akron city officials said water quality returned to normal after high HAA5 levels were detected in July—tests on Oct. 24 at 12 locations showed the best results in five years following upgrades to the water treatment process. WKYC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cleveland Clinic Akron General will host a free Baby Fair on Nov. 8 from noon to 3 p.m. at its Conference Center Auditorium—expecting mothers and caregivers can join educational sessions, facility tours and vendor booths with free parking and METRO Direct rides available. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ Tom Moyer, a 64-year-old former Marine in care at Grace House Akron, celebrated prom night with his 21-year-old granddaughter Summer as donations provided a suit, dress and limousine for their special event—he said each moment mattered while he fought declining health. The community effort highlighted Grace House’s mission to give dignity and care to those in need. WKYC
- ➤ On January 1, 2026, Summa Health CEO Dr. Cliff Deveny will become emeritus CEO and strategic adviser while Daryl Tol, president of HATCo, serves as acting CEO—Summa will consider internal and external candidates for a permanent replacement with the hiring expected by mid-2026. Akron Beacon Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 28, the Akron Zips men’s and women’s basketball teams met with fans at Rhodes Arena to preview plans for the 2025-26 season. The men aim for a third MAC title with a home game on Nov. 3 while the women will start on the road and then host their first game on Nov. 20 — big changes set the season’s tone —. Akron Beacon Journal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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Penn State Shenango vs Akron Zips Men's Basketball
7-9 p.m. — James A Rhodes Arena — Check for pricing — Enjoy an exciting college basketball matchup with the Nittany Lions taking on the Zips.
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