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09/12/2025

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1995: A friend donated one of Alfred McMoore's scrolls to the Akron Art Museum. Because of its sheer size, it was never displayed. Until now.

09/12/2025

Meet Nick Muffet, and Akron Documenter. Our documenters (over 300) have covered over 500 public meetings in Akron. Starting on Monday, we're launching a one-week fundraising campaign to support their continued hard work.

Documenters are also launching a new project called "Inside Akron, a unique look inside our 24 neighborhoods." 20 Documenters are spreading out across the city to help elevate the places, faces, voices and vibes from the perspective of those who live there (that's YOU).

09/11/2025

Ok, this is for the 18+ folks. 🍻 🍸 🍷 What's the best Bar/Brewery? (Promise we tried to tag you all, it wouldn't let us) , Magic City Brewing Company, Missing Falls Brewery, The Rabbit Hole, Eighty-Three Brewery, Hoppin’ Frog, and Thirsty Dog Tap House!

Signal Akron's 2025 “Best of the City” contest wants to discover what Akronites think makes Akron authentically Akron.

09/11/2025

Are you planning to homeschool? Andrew explains who to notify, what it costs and where your family can go for resources and support.

The Spanglers of Akron are part of a growing segment of Americans opting to homeschool in lieu of public schools and other institutions.

09/10/2025

So what are hotel are you staying at? Walter Zielinski has searched Northeast Ohio for a building to turn into a boutique hotel. He thinks he may have found one in the former Akron Public Schools headquarters.

Developers or their representatives examined the 48,000-square-foot, three-story building, which has been empty in Akron since 2019.

09/09/2025

Don't throw stuff at us, we're just letting you know *ducks from tomatoes* Legislation filed by the Department of Public Service calls for a phased increase over the next four years, combining a higher usage rate and a flat monthly fee.

For many Akron households, the outcome is lousy either way: higher monthly bills or a sewer system the city can’t sustain.

09/09/2025

The new home of Central Starlight Missionary Baptist Church of Central Starlight Missionary Baptist had quite the rocky start. Faith, though, has a way of smoothing out the rough spots. ⛪ ❤️

The home of Central Starlight Missionary Baptist church in North Hill had a rocky start. Faith, though, has a way of smoothing out the rough spots.

09/09/2025

Have you voted in the 'Best of the City' competition yet? Who has the best coffee? ☕
Akron Coffee Roasters, Angel Falls Coffee Company, The Well Community Development Corporation (647 Coffee), Nervous Dog Coffee Bar, Portal West Coffee, and Ilic Cafe!

Signal Akron's 2025 “Best of the City” contest wants to discover what Akronites think makes Akron authentically Akron.

09/09/2025

Sept. 9, 2025: School Board Candidate Forum hosted by Youth Success Summit and co-sponsored by the Akron League of Women Voters.

09/08/2025

“We like to do cool stuff,” Burns said. TinyCircuits founder Ken Burns, a St. Vincent-St. Mary and University of Akron graduate, built a global tech business (2 million in annual revenue 💰 ) by creating electronics that fit in the palm of hands.
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09/08/2025

7 17 Credit Union Park has a ring to it, don't you think? The Akron RubberDucks rename Canal Park in a new deal. This is the first corporate name of the park since it opened back in 1997.

Next season, the Akron ballpark will be known as 7 17 Credit Union Park, pending the approval of Akron City Council and Major League Baseball.

09/05/2025

Have you voted in the 'Best of the City' competition yet? For Best Restaurant, we have Alexander Pierce Restaurant, Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant, Diamond Grille, Edgar's Restaurant, Lockview, Noisy Oyster, Papa Joe's Iacomini’s, The Merchant Tavern, Marques, and Stirling! 🥩 🍤 🍚 🍗 🥬 🫕 🍣

Signal Akron's 2025 “Best of the City” contest wants to discover what Akronites think makes Akron authentically Akron.