Akron, Ohio, May 13, 2026 — Beginning Monday, June 8, the City of Akron will provide meals to all eligible youth (18 years of age or younger) and summer day camp program participants that meet the income guidelines for reduced-price meals in the National School Lunch Program. The meals will be prepared by Akron Public Schools and passed out a variety of community centers and other city locations. The program runs Monday-Friday from June 8 – July 31 excluding Fri. June 19 and

Yesterday, the City of Akron released the full 2026 Street Resurfacing List. This year, Akron will be resurfacing a total of 47 centerline miles of pavement. This list also shares this year’s concrete pavement rehabilitation program which focuses on the Ellet and Goodyear Heights areas. Akron has budgeted $6.5 million for this year’s program and an additional $1.85 million for the concrete pavement rehabilitation program. View the full list of roads here. This year the list

The City of Akron today announced a major milestone in the long‑awaited closure and replacement of the Fountain Street waste transfer station. A new agreement between the City and WM (formerly Waste Management), contains development requirements, community benefits, and service agreement details. It formalizes the plan to permanently close the aging Fountain Street waste transfer station in Middlebury and construct a modern replacement facility on East Archwood Avenue in East

An apple a day may do more than keep the doctor away — it could also work in your favor when it comes to managing blood sugar, depending on how you consume it, Health.com reports. Whole apples contain a soluble fiber called pectin that helps the body process sugar more steadily, reducing the sharp glucose swings associated with refined carbohydrates. Studies have connected regular whole fruit consumption, apples included, to a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes. Research has als

The Cleveland Cavaliers, number four seed in the Eastern Conference, will face the number one seed Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The Round 2 series is set to begin on Tuesday, May 5 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan and will be televised on Peacock/NBC Sports Network. The Cavaliers will bring the series home to Rocket Arena for Game 3 on Saturday, May 9. Tickets to all Cavs home games for Round 2 will go on sale beginning tomorrow, May 4 at.

The City of Akron Department of Planning and Urban Development has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for projects that will create new affordable housing for Akron households. The funding is specifically for projects seeking Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing. View the RFP here under the “HOME Investment Partnership Program” section.  The City is making funding available through a special allocation of the HOME Investment Partnership Program through the American Re

*Hashim Walters seemed like the kind of underdog story America loves. At just 30 years old, the New Orleans entrepreneur launched an ambitious bid to acquire Spirit Airlines through his investment consortium, The Latimer Group. His goal? To turn the struggling carrier into the first Black-owned commercial airline in United States history. It was bold. It was historic. And now, it appears to be dead before it ever truly began. Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations a

The City of Akron has received two major recognitions for its leadership in clean energy and sustainability. Akron was awarded the SolSmart Silver designation, a national program recognizing local governments for solar-ready policies, practices, and communications that make it easier for residents and businesses to adopt solar energy. Additionally, the City was selected for the 2025 Dynegy & Homefield Energy Leadership Award in Community, reflecting Akron’s ongoing commitment

Summer in Akron just leveled up. Lock 3 is back and bigger, louder, and more electric than ever. With nearly 110 events and a goal of 250,000 visitors in 2026, downtown’s signature venue is launching a season packed with music, festivals, food, and nonstop energy. For all the details, visit Lock3Live.com. This year’s lineup is built by Akron, for Akron, shaped directly by community feedback calling for more variety, more local talent, and more family-friendly experiences. T

April 26, 2026 AFTERNOON HOOPS In the fourth game of this first round series, it's the Cavs and Toronto Raptors squaring off in the series' second afternoon tip-off. GAME INFORMATION LAST TIME OUT The Raptors were scorching hot in the fourth quarter to blow an otherwise close game open on Thursday night. RJ Barrett and Scottie Barnes finished with 33 each; Barrett and Jamison Battle combined to go 7-7 from three in the final frame. HOW THE TEAMS STACK UP Team Statistics Seaso