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Sunday, November 3rd, 2024
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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Coventry Township community gathered at a vigil to honor two teenagers, Abigayle Mates, 17, and Adrian Mates-Mata, 15, who tragically died in a fire at their home. Akron Beacon Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Akron man was sentenced to life without parole for raping two children and possessing child pornography, with a co-defendant facing related charges. Akron Beacon Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Democrat John Schmidt is uncontested for re-election to Summit County Council's District 2, bringing experience from the Board of Elections and local government. Signal Akron
- ➤ Republican incumbent Joseph Kacyon and Democrat Matt Shaughnessy are contesting for the District 8 seat on Summit County Council, highlighting their unique approaches to governance and fiscal responsibility. Signal Akron
- ➤ Democrat Ryan Shank and Republican incumbent Bethany McKenney vie for the District 7 Summit County Council seat, each emphasizing unique approaches to community service and local governance. Signal Akron
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fourteen Akron-area high school football teams progress to Ohio's OHSAA state playoff second round, with games scheduled for November 8. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The Cavaliers' strong start under new coach Kenny Atkinson has shown promising signs, highlighted by their undefeated streak and offensive strategy adjustments, while maintaining their defensive prowess. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The University of Akron football team, currently at 2-6, aims for its second consecutive home victory in a match against the Buffalo Bulls, after a recent win over Eastern Michigan. Akron Beacon Journal
- ➤ The Browns announced cornerback Denzel Ward is cleared to play against the Chargers after passing concussion protocol, while starting linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah is placed on injury reserve. Cleveland 19 News
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Teen Advisory Board Meeting
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Angry Cow Poetry Night at The Rialto Theatre
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2024 TECHCORPShack: Mobile App Hackathon for High Schoolers
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Founders' Day Celebration Honoring 46 Years of Ministry
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Family Story Time at Northwest Akron Branch Library
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