Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of November.
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🏘️ Community
During the FURever Thankful adoption event, Summit County Animal Control is offering fully vetted dogs for $28 until Nov.
30—regular fees are usually $94 and each dog comes with a 2025 Summit County license, microchipping, bloodwork, flea treatment, deworming, and vaccinations.
🎭 Culture
As Akron celebrates its bicentennial, local history shows a founder’s son died in 1825 near South Broadway while suffragist Victoria Woodhull lectured at the Academy of Music in 1875 and a municipal golf course was set for public use in 1925 after a spring drought delayed its opening. Past events also include a 1975 election where Donald Plusquellic won over former councilman Robert Burdette and a 2000 arson at Patterson Park that caused $103,000 in damage.
📰 Real Estate
A recent Federal Reserve Bank report shows that real estate investors in Summit County are focusing on Akron homes with 33% of single-family homes in hotspot areas owned by investors—this trend may drive tougher competition for traditional buyers in several Akron neighborhoods.
🏈 Sports
The full schedule for the 2025 OHSAA boys and girls soccer state tournaments has been released and includes four Akron-area teams—Hudson, Hoban, CVCA, and Aurora—that will meet in the semifinals.
Girls will play on Tuesday, Nov. 4 and boys on Wednesday, Nov. 5—state championships are set at Historic Crew Stadium later this week.
Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan won his fourth consecutive Gold Glove Award in 2025 after posting 22 Defensive Runs Saved—leading all MLB outfielders—since his debut in 2022.
He became only the fourth player in Cleveland baseball history to earn four straight Gold Gloves.
The Ohio High School Athletic Association released the complete schedule for the second round of football playoffs, where 336 teams compete and seeded teams host games on Friday, Nov.
7 at 7 p.m. — the state finals will be held Dec. 4–6 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton.
The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced second round football playoff pairings Sunday, including a local matchup where Akron Archbishop Hoban with an 8 to 1 record will host No. 9 Youngstown Boardman on Friday at 7 p.m.—four top seeds earned a bye last week and will host first round winners in the regional quarterfinals.
Akron soccer player Savanah Davis will be in a Nickelodeon documentary that shows how Black girls break barriers and chase their dreams.
The 12-year-old answered the network’s call and practices with the Akron Inner City Soccer Club at Lane Field Park.
🎉 Akron Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Members Class: The Art of Food Styling
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Akron Art Museum — Enjoy a charming evening of charcuterie styling with expert tips for your holiday gatherings.
Northern Illinois Huskies at Kent State Golden Flashes Women's Volleyball
6-9 p.m. — Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center — Check ticket prices — Catch an exciting women's volleyball matchup between Northern Illinois and Kent State.
2025 Holiday Wine Show
1-2:30 p.m. — 750ml Wines Akron — $59 for members, $79 for general admission — Enjoy a festive toast and sample 30+ wines with small plates and door prizes.
Midday Mingle Networking Event
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Beau's Bar & Bistro — Supported by local cuisine — Casual networking over lunch to build connections and strengthen community ties.
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