Megan Becka

The sculpture will be the city’s first major contemporary outdoor sculpture by a woman artist, and it will be made primarily from racing tires donated by The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.

Akron Art Museum’s free Senior Day features museum tours and informational booths from healthcare, government, cultural and service agencies in Summit County.

The 24th FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay is scheduled for Sept. 25-26. Residents are asked to plan ahead for temporary road closures and traffic impacts throughout the city.

Forest died at age 13 following a brief illness, the Akron Zoo announced Tuesday.

The Made in Akron housing plans are free and feature ready-to-use plans for 10 different residential home options.

The annual Goodyear Towpath Trek is open to hikers and bicyclists. Individuals who complete the challenge’s four designated trail sections will earn a commemorative pin.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is funding the $3 million grant.

Two of the proposed charter amendments will offer immediate financial relief and anti-discrimination protections to renters. The third proposed amendment strengthens the civilian police oversight structure Akron voters approved in 2022 following the police shooting of Jayland Walker , according to a news release.

The Rubber City Jazz and Blues Fest is scheduled for Sept. 10-12 at several downtown Akron venues.

For the second year, the John S. Knight Center will host the Botanical Soiree Ohio Plant Show in downtown Akron. The show offers more than 100 tables of plants from throughout the U.S. for sale.