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11/02/2024

While people in Summit County are losing more money to scams this year, the loss is decreasing in Akron said Shannon Siegferth, the president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Akron.

Take a look at the most common scams in Akron:

Here are some of the common types of scams seen in Akron and Summit County — know the signs to watch for to avoid becoming a victim.

11/01/2024

It’s been a busy week for Sherrod Brown and Bernie Moreno – and for reporters covering one of the hottest U.S. Senate races in the country.

As we close in on Election Day, get a snapshot from State Signals newsletter:

Bernie Moreno's strategy for winning Ohio's U.S. Senate race is simple enough for a six-year-old. Sherrod Brown's path is more complicated.

11/01/2024

President RJ Nemer is preparing to lead the University of Akron through potential reductions in faculty and staff.

When Nemer became president in May, he inherited a $27 million deficit, the result of years of declines in enrollment, tuition money and state funding.

Signal Akron Education Reporter Andrew Keiper has more in this report.

Emails provided to Signal Akron show that University of Akron President RJ Nemer is beginning the process of making faculty and staff cuts.

11/01/2024

How did chicken wings become part of the 2024 Ohio Supreme Court race?

All three Democratic candidates use a ruling — which essentially said that boneless wings can legally have bones — to portray the Republican-dominated court as out of touch.
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Democratic candidates for Ohio Supreme Court are citing a ruling that explained why boneless wings can have bones.

11/01/2024

A residential mental health center is coming to northern Summit County in 2025.

The Frese Residential Step-Down Center will serve as transitional housing for people leaving inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.

The County of Summit ADM Board broke ground Oct. 3 on a new residential mental health center in Summit County.

10/31/2024

Leaf removal in Akron starts Monday, Nov. 4, in Ward 5.

Learn how to follow along with the clean-up’s progress:

Leaf removal in Akron starts Monday, Nov. 4. The city also launched a new leaf removal dashboard to help residents follow along.

10/31/2024

Superintendent Michael Robinson spoke to the Akron community about the state of Akron Public Schools Wednesday.

Two takeaways: There are no plans to remove police from schools or shut down North High School.

No plans to remove police officers from schools or shut down North High School, says Akron Schools' Superintendent Michael Robinson.

10/31/2024

Ohio’s 13th District — which includes Summit County, northern Stark County and part of southwestern Portage County — is the battleground of one of the most competitive races in the country.

How are voters making their decisions?

Democrat Emilia Sykes is running against Republican Kevin Coughlin, to keep the U.S. House District 13 seat.

10/31/2024

Here are 3 things to do this weekend in :

🎥 FRIDAY: Akron native Jessica Michael Davis’ film “Escaping Ohio” at the Nightlight
☕ SATURDAY: Smells Like Snow Coffee Festival on Cascade Plaza
🎶 SUNDAY: André 3000 concert Saturday at the Civic

Plus, 'Escaping Ohio' comes to the Nightlight for a showing and André 3000 brings his flutes to Akron Civic Theatre.

10/31/2024

For the first time in a dozen years, the Akron Public Schools are asking voters to raise their taxes to help fund the district and pay for a new North High School.

If approved by residents Nov. 5, the combined levies, appearing as Issue 27 on the ballot, would pay for school operations.

What would it cost you?

Akron Public Schools are asking voters to pass Issue 27 to help fund the district and pay for a new North High School.

10/30/2024

Everybody knows Curt.

Curt Hume, a longtime security guard at Ellet CLC, ensures its safety from outsiders, as well as from dangers within, while handling the increasing rigors of his job by creating connections with teenagers.

Working at Ellet, the 1987 Buchtel graduate has come full circle.

Outside the Huddle: Curt Hume is appreciated for the many hours he serves Akron Public Schools at Ellet CLC and beyond.

10/30/2024

When the Akron History Center opens its doors to the public, it will mark the beginning of a new chapter for the city — and the end of another for the museum’s founder, David Lieberth.

Take a peak inside with Signal Akron:

While no opening date is set, the long-awaited downtown Akron History Center is moving toward the finish line.

10/30/2024

How are Firestone CLC students feeling after a school resource officer punched their peer on school grounds?

Signal Akron talked to several Firestone students about their reactions to the event, which was still being discussed at school more than a week later.

All agreed a clear line was crossed.

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Firestone CLC students continue to discuss Akron incident in which school resource officer punched a student.

10/30/2024

Over three weeks in September and early October, interviewed and recorded their friends, family members and others to hear their takes on the candidates and the issues on the ballot.

What issues were at the forefront?

Read here:

In interviews with Documenters, Akronites and others share election views about ballot issues, candidates and important topics in Akron

10/29/2024

The deadline to request an absentee ballot for the Nov. 5 election is today, Oct. 29 at 8:30 p.m.

The completed form must be signed and mailed to the Summit County Board of Elections. It can also be dropped off directly.

More info: https://signalnews.info/40fH6Lr

As Nov. 5 approaches, make a plan for casting your ballot in Akron. And check out our voter registration guide before the Monday deadline.

10/29/2024

Summit County residents will find two proposed charter amendments on their ballots.

Issue 41 would prevent nepotism in county charter offices, and Issue 42 would require all county offices to submit estimated revenues annually.

Read our elections page:

Summit County residents will find two proposed charter amendments on their ballots, Issue 41 and Issue 42.

10/29/2024

Here are some of the common types of scams seen in Akron and Summit County — know the signs to watch for to avoid becoming a victim.

10/29/2024

A staff member at Garfield CLC has been placed on administrative leave while Akron Public Schools investigates “inappropriate” social media videos that surfaced over the weekend.

In one of the videos, he dances suggestively with a woman who appears to be much younger and wears braces.

A Garfield Community Learning Center staffer has been placed on leave while Akron Public Schools investigates a social media video.

10/28/2024

Mary Stewart was first given the nickname “Bunny" as a toddler, but no one remembers why.

That was, after all, more than nine decades ago. On Sunday, Oct. 27, Stewart celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends.

Read more:

Former Akron educator and community volunteer joins an elite, global club, worthy of a party Sunday with friends and family.

10/28/2024

Mary "Bunny" Stewart over the weekend celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends, including members of The Akron Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Click the link below to learn more about this Δ Σ Θ centenarian 🎂🎂🎂

Former Akron educator and community volunteer joins an elite, global club, worthy of a party Sunday with friends and family.

10/28/2024

Do you know what's on the ballot? Are you curious to learn more about the ballot measure to consider?

Check out our page:

Signal Akron’s election coverage examines issues and local races through the lens of how they specifically impact Akron residents.

10/28/2024

There are several initiatives coming to the President including an art exhibit, giraffes and electronic dinosaurs.

Check out the details with :

Akron Zoo CEO shared several upcoming initiatives including an art exhibit, electronic dinosaurs, giraffes and more.

10/28/2024

How do you avoid being scammed?

“If it sounds too good to be true, it is,” said Shannon Siegferth, the president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Akron.

Check out our list of red flags:

Akron resident Ella was working in her yard when a door-to-door salesperson told her that he could lower her electricity bill.

10/27/2024

The City of Akron Tree Commission plans to expand from five to nine members to increase its ability to meet its mission of educating the public about the importance of trees.

The reconstituted commission will have the following representatives:

- Member of City Council
- Clerk of Council or deputy clerk
- Director of Public Service or designee
- KAB representative
- Five members of the public

The Akron Tree Commission expansion plans aim to serve residents and meet its mission of educating the public about the tree canopy

10/26/2024

Do you have a plan to vote in the 2024 election in ?

Although is Nov. 5, Summit County Board of Elections Early Vote Center is open select dates and hours through Nov. 3.

More info:

As Nov. 5 approaches, make a plan for casting your ballot in Akron. And check out our voter registration guide before the Monday deadline.

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Firestone CLC: Akron Mayor Shammas Malik to discuss at press conference last week’s police use of force with high schooler. Scheduled to start Monday at 2 p.m.

Akron Mayor Shammas Malik and Police Chief Brian Harding conduct press conference on Wednesday morning. Topics discussed include Jayland Walker settlement, Akron waste transfer station, a decrease in violent crime and other topics.

Sunday turned out to be the perfect day for the 15th annual Hunger Walk, hosted by the @akroninterfaith. All donations from the event will go directly to the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

Everyone has a favorite T-shirt 👕. And a new local subscription program wants to give people a few more options to add to their wardrobes. Learn more at the link in our bio!

Springtime is here, so it’s time to turn over a new leaf, or, better yet, a compost pile! At Rubber City Reuse, organic materials are turned into compost, which can used as mulch or added to soil for gardening 🪴 Learn more at the link in our bio. #Howto330 #CompostAkron

Only a few more days until the April 8 #solareclipse . The eclipse will start at 3:14 p.m. and last for a total of two minutes and 49 seconds. Although the total eclipse will only last a few minutes, a partial eclipse will begin as early as 1:59 p.m. and last until 4:29 p.m. How should you keep your eyes protected during the eclipse? Solar filtering devices like eclipse glasses! Find more eclipse safety tips at the link in our bio.

Saturday was the first full Les Belles Perles #Cotillion since 2019 (there was a small virtual ceremony in 2020), but its roots go back to 1982. The event is hosted by the #Akron alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, a historically Black sorority that was founded in 1913 at Howard University. Read Brittany Moseley’s story at the link in our bio.

Check out @elizabethsofakron’s silent review of “Gender Queer” by Maia Kobabe, one of the books featured during Banned Book week in 2023. Kira Preneta recommends “Gender Queer” anytime someone is looking for a top-tier read, memoir or suggestion to get out of a reading slump. Read the full review at the link in our bio. #Booktok #silentbookreview #akronreads #bannedbooks #genderqueer

Each year, the team at @stanhywet spends 6 weeks cleaning the 64,500 square foot manor house 🧽. How do they clean everything? Find out at the link in our bio. #stanhywethallandgardens #stanhywet #historicakronbuildings #akronlandmark

🛴 After concerns over potential battery fire hazards lead to the removal of Spin scooters from a #Cleveland warehouse, an Akron e-recycling facility took on the task of refurbishing the nearly 8,000 scooters. Read more at signalakron.org 🔗.

The Point-in-Time count aims to provide data on people experiencing homelessness in Greater Akron. #Akron #SummitCounty #PointinTimeCount #CommunitySupportServices

You're invited to a "Winter Holiday at Mountain Lodge" ❄️🎁 Tomorrow, Dec. 18, join Martell School of Dance for a celebration of a variety of holiday cultures and traditions through the beautiful genre of dance, song, and musical theatre. Shows are at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. at the Medina Performing Arts Center Medina Performing Arts Center (📍851 Weymouth Rd.) Tickets are $16-20 and can be purchased at the door or at martellschoolofdance.com

Catch "the most famous reindeer of all" and his friends tonight at Akron Civic Theatre 🎅 ⏰ The 90 minute show starts at 7:30 p.m. 🎟️ Tickets can be purchased at AkronCivic.com or at the box office (182 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308) Happy Holidays Akron!

Middlebury Cemetery Dedication

A marker in memory of six Revolutionary War soldiers was re-dedicated at Middlebury Cemetery this week. #Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan spoke at the event 👇

Meet the Akron school board candidates

#ElectionDay is tomorrow, are you ready to vote? Learn about the eight candidates running for the #Akron Board of Education before heading to the polls. Find more details about all of the candidates here: https://go.signalakron.org/3sdj7Ot