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Thursday, November 7th, 2024

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Good morning, Akron. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Akron Municipal Court is commemorating Lewis P. Buckley, a Civil War veteran, with a ceremony at Glendale Cemetery in honor of Veterans Day.  Cleveland.com

CRIME NEWS

  • An 18-year-old was shot in Akron, Ohio, with non-life-threatening injuries, and the police are investigating the incident.  Cleveland 19 News
  • An 18-year-old male was hospitalized following a shooting in Akron, with police seeking information on the incident.  Akron Beacon Journal
  • The judge in Akron will announce the verdict for Quinton Nixon, self-represented, accused of the July 2022 murder of mother Toni Westover.  Cleveland 19 News
  • Joseph Johnson, 17, reached a plea agreement, pleading guilty to aggravated robbery related to shooting an Akron gas station employee, with sentencing scheduled for December 12.  WKYC

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Northeast Ohio voters approved crucial levies for school funding, securing the financial future for several major school districts.  News 5 Cleveland

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Summit County and Akron voters approved the Summit County Children's Services tax levy renewal, elected several county council members, and passed a major bond issue and tax levy for Akron Public Schools.  Cleveland.com
  • Donald Trump clinched Ohio's 17 electoral votes, Bernie Moreno won against Sherrod Brown for U.S. Senate, Emilia Sykes secured a win in Ohio's 13th Congressional District, while Ohio Issue 1 was defeated, and Akron Public Schools' levy and bond issue passed.  iHeartMedia

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  • 2024 TECHCORPShack: Mobile App Hackathon for High Schoolers

    Learn to create your own mobile app in a fun and supportive environment, with free meals, tech swag, and a chance to win cash prizes and recognition.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Founders' Day Celebration Honoring 46 Years of Ministry

    Celebrate 46 years of ministry with Bishop and Pastor Cathy at the Founders' Day Celebration featuring an anointed address by Bishop Joey Johnson.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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  • Experience the Joy of Writing

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    Mon, 11/11/24

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  • Financial Planning Workshop

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    Tue, 11/12/24

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  • Family Story Time at Northwest Akron Branch Library

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    Wed, 11/13/24

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  • Jamie Marich Album Release Celebration at The Rialto Theatre

    Celebrate the release of Jamie Marich's new album and memoir, featuring her insights as a trauma therapist and expressive artist.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • TOAST - A Celebration of the Music of BREAD

    Experience the electrifying tribute to the 70s band BREAD, renowned for their authentic sound and captivating live performances.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Windborne: The Music of Pink Floyd Featuring Cleveland Pops

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    Sat, 11/16/24

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    Sun, 11/17/24

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