Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Akron hosts a variety of events including a Christmas Bird Count, the launch of a yearlong bicentennial celebration, and warming centers for residents, highlighting community involvement and historical appreciation.
Summit County and the Better Business Bureau of Akron host an event to educate residents on avoiding holiday scams.
🚨 Crime
Akron faced its highest number of homicides in November 2024 with five victims, but each case swiftly led to suspects being charged, a rare occurrence for the city.
🎭 Culture
Akron's Kofi Boakye, acclaimed pianist, will co-host the 'Amateur Night at the Apollo: Holiday Special' and served as an ambassador at the Kennedy Center Honors, showcasing his influential presence in the music industry.
📰 Economy
Fourteen properties in Northeast Ohio, including Cleveland State University's Rhodes Tower and the former Medical Mutual headquarters, received state tax credits for historic preservation, supporting residential and mixed-use developments.
🎓 Education
The Akron Public Schools Board plans a special meeting to address a personnel issue amid accusations from the teachers' union of legal violations by the superintendent.
🏥 Health
Riverside Natural Foods Inc. recalls specific batches of MadeGood granola bars sold at Kroger and Giant Eagle due to potential metal contamination.
🏈 Sports
Eli Lee and Keller Moten lead the Division II All-Ohio football team honorees, with Lee named Ohio's Defensive Player of the Year and Moten sharing the Offensive Player of the Year award.
Mike Hall Jr., Browns' rookie defensive tackle, is poised for a potential return from injured reserve before the season's final four games after recovering from a knee injury.
Local high school football players from CVCA, Aurora, Tallmadge, East, Copley, and Revere receive All-Ohio honors for their exceptional performance in Division III.
🎉 Akron Events
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Straight No Chaser Concert
Enjoy a live performance by the popular a cappella group Straight No Chaser at the Akron Civic Theatre.
The Brown Liquor Band Live at Jenks Building
The Brown Liquor Band will perform live at the Jenks Building in Cuyahoga Falls, offering an evening of engaging music.
A Christmas Carol Performance
Experience the classic tale of A Christmas Carol at the John, James and Clara Knight Stage in Akron, featuring the beloved story brought to life through performance.
The Silhouettes' Christmas Light Show
Experience a festive holiday performance featuring captivating light displays and entertainment at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens.
Live Music Performance by Rolando
Enjoy an evening filled with popular hits performed live by Rolando.
Holiday Open House at Northwest Akron Library
Celebrate the season with refreshments, crafts, music, and special guests at the Northwest Akron Branch Library's Holiday Open House.
A Christmas Carol Live Performance
Experience a soul-stirring live performance of 'A Christmas Carol' at the John, James and Clara Knight Stage in Akron, featuring inspirational music and an engaging atmosphere.
Selfless Elf 5k: Festive Fun for a Cause
The Selfless Elf 5k offers a family-friendly running event in wild 80s Christmas attire to support the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
Akron Pops Orchestra: Holiday Pops Show
The Akron Pops Orchestra will present a festive Holiday Pops Show at the Akron Civic Theatre.
Frosty 5 & Mistletoe Mile Fun Run
The Frosty 5 & Mistletoe Mile Fun Run offers family-friendly races on Christmas Eve, featuring awards for participants and a festive atmosphere.
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