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🗞️Akron Supermoon and Super Events

🗞️Akron Supermoon and Super Events

November 15, 2024

Akron Digest

Good Morning!

Today’s cosmic treat? The full Beaver Supermoon is lighting up Akron’s night sky, marking the last supermoon of the year. Named by early Native American tribes to signal the time to set beaver traps before winter, this moon isn’t just a pretty sight—it’s a little history lesson. And thanks to its close proximity to Earth, it’s looking extra big and bright. So if you didn’t catch it last night, bundle up, grab a warm drink, and soak in the lunar glow tonight—because we won’t see another supermoon until September 2025! 🌕

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The Digest

Akron ranked 9th hottest housing market 🏠️ 🔥

The Akron metro area landed in the top 10 of Realtor.com’s October "hottest housing markets" rankings, coming in at No. 9. Akron joins a strong Midwest and Northeast showing, with 13 of the top 20 spots claimed by markets in those regions. While national home prices remained steady, demand surged in these “hot” metros, where listings saw 2.6 times the usual views and inventory stayed tight, driving up prices by 2.9% on average.

Text to 911 now available in summit county

Summit County residents now have the option to text 911 for emergencies, ideal for those in dangerous situations or with hearing impairments. While calling is still recommended, texting offers a discreet alternative. Simply send details to "911," and dispatchers will respond with questions. The system even auto-translates non-English texts for accessibility. Just remember: keep messages brief, avoid slang or emojis, and use standard texting services only.

New Fire Station in Wallhaven 🚒

Akron’s brand-new Fire Station 12 officially opened its doors on South Hawkins Avenue, replacing the original station from 1952. This 16,800 sq. ft., $9.5M facility boasts state-of-the-art amenities designed to enhance firefighter safety and service to the community. Highlights include three full apparatus bays, a fitness room, detox sauna pods, and individual living quarters.

To celebrate, Akron Fire Department is hosting open houses on Nov. 16 and 17, from 12–4 p.m. Tour the station, enjoy refreshments, and learn about the new facility that honors Akron’s firefighting legacy while embracing modern health and safety standards.

University of Akron faces job cuts

The University of Akron is bracing for workforce cuts as it tackles rising costs, enrollment declines, and reduced state funding. Operating losses jumped from $90.8 million in 2021 to $149.2 million in 2023, while enrollment has dropped by nearly 25% since 2019. President R.J. Nemer recently reduced his office’s budget by $800,000 and asked Provost John Wiencek to evaluate each academic department’s viability.

Nemer, who started in May, has emphasized transparency with faculty amid financial strain. He plans to present budget recommendations to the board early next year, framing cuts as essential for a leaner, more sustainable future for Akron.

What’s Happening?

Here is a breakdown of events happening this weekend:

Holiday Fun at the Akron Zoo

Get creative or get shopping—there’s something for everyone at the Akron Zoo this weekend!

On Nov. 15, join Wine & Paint from 6-9 p.m. and create a lemur-inspired masterpiece with a glass of wine in hand. Enjoy keeper talks, lemur training sessions, and take home your 11" x 14" painting (ticket includes one drink).

Then, swing by on Nov. 16 for Shop-a-Holidays from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. for a festive craft show featuring local vendors, animal encounters, and a kid-friendly craft corner hosted by Akron Firestone Visual Arts. Grab some holiday gifts and warm up with coffee from Travelin Tom’s. Regular admission applies; free for members!

Akron Children’s Holiday Tree Festival 🎄

Kick off the season with Akron Children's Hospital’s Holiday Tree Festival, running Nov. 16-24 at the John S. Knight Center in downtown Akron. Admission is free, so bring the family to marvel at 165 festive trees and 80 wreaths, plus holiday gifts for sale—all donated by local groups to benefit the hospital. Since 1982, this beloved tradition has raised over $7.3 million for medical research, education, and patient care. Last year alone, it brought in $310,000! Info

Sex N' The City: A Super Unauthorized Holiday Parody

Get ready for a cheeky holiday treat at the Akron Civic Theatre on Saturday, November 16th! Sex N' The City: A Super Unauthorized Musical Parody brings Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, and Samantha into a festive, slightly naughty twist. This show is full of laughs, jingle bells, and scandal as the ladies deck the halls and see who’s on Santa's nice list. A perfect way to kick off the season with sass! Tickets

Today's Bride Wedding Show: Plan Your Dream Day Under One Roof 👰

Looking for the ultimate wedding planning experience? Head to the Today’s Bride Wedding Show on Sunday, November 17th, at the Summit County Fairgrounds in Tallmadge! From 11 AM to 4 PM, meet 100+ of Northeast Ohio's top wedding vendors and discover the latest trends in décor, cakes, photography, fashion, and more. Plus, score exclusive discounts, prizes, and giveaways, and get two free tickets to the January bridal show at the I-X Center. Don’t miss your chance to plan your dream wedding in one day! Info

Live Music Breakdown

Here is a summary of live music happening all around Akron:

Saturday

Sunday

MGM Northfield Park | Collective Soul | 7:30 PM

Weather

Today

52 🌡️ 46 | ⛅️ | 25% 🌧️

Saturday

51 🌡️ 39 | ⛅️ | 1% 🌧️

Sunday

58 🌡️ 50 | ⛅️ | 1% 🌧️

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