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And on the Akron Patch calendar - Music at Bath: Burning River Brass Christmas Concert

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Hello Akron! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Akron’s records reveal about the officer in the Ellet bar shooting
  • How far can this hot-start Akron Zips squad really go?
  • Where you can spot Nela Park’s classic lights in Akron

Also on today's calendar: Music at Bath: Burning River Brass Christmas Concert and 8 more events.

Find out what's happening in Akronfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Akronfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Sunday: Cloudy, snow showers; frigid, with a high of 18 and low of 12 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Monday: Mostly cloudy and frigid, temps: high: 19, low: 13.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and not as cold, with a high of 33 and low of 29 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Akron police officer who shot unarmed man outside Ellet bar previously disciplined by APD for response to similar call (signalakron.org) — An Akron police officer who shot an unarmed man outside Karam’s Lounge in Ellet last month had a lengthy record of use-of-force incidents in both Akron and Canton, according to records. The report details multiple prior encounters, a written reprimand from APD leadership, and the ongoing state investigation, raising questions about how force is used in Akron neighborhoods.
   

• Akron basketball ready to play Murray State after beating Tulane (beaconjournal.com) — Akron Zips men’s basketball is riding an 8-2 start and a big road win over Tulane as they head to Nevada to face Murray State in the Jack Jones Classic. Guard Tavari Johnson just earned MAC Player of the Week honors, while several Akron players are contributing strong scoring, rebounding, and defense during a busy travel stretch and exam week.
   

• What happened to the Nela Park holiday lights? And where did those pieces of history go? (news5cleveland.com) — Holiday decorations from East Cleveland’s historic Nela Park are now lighting up Lock 3 Park in downtown Akron, giving local families a new way to enjoy the classic display. The company that owns GE Lighting has donated many vintage pieces to cities and nonprofits across Northeast Ohio, spreading the century-old tradition into neighborhoods from Akron to Cleveland and beyond.
   

📸 Around Akron

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Akron

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Other local events
    Monday December 15
  • Project Learn GED Classes at Firestone Park Branch Library
    Firestone Park Branch Library - Community Room
    10:30 am
    • Tuesday December 16
  • Tween and Teen Tuesdays: TikTok Hits Music Bingo
    Maple Valley Branch Library - Community Room
    3:30 pm
  • Graphic Novel Book Club
    Firestone Park Branch Library - Conference Room
    6:00 pm
    • Wednesday December 17
  • Project Learn GED Classes at Firestone Park Branch Library
    Firestone Park Branch Library - Community Room
    10:30 am
    • Thursday December 18
  • The Great Gingerbread Games
    Maple Valley Branch Library - Community Room
    3:00 pm
  • Teen Crafternoon
    Odom Boulevard Branch Library - Community Room
    3:30 pm
    • Friday December 19
  • The Great Gingerbread Games
    Maple Valley Branch Library - Conference Room
    3:00 pm
    • Saturday December 20
  • Elf Academy
    Firestone Park Branch Library - Community Room
    1:00 pm
    • Friday December 26
  • Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift
    Holy Trinity Lutheran Church , 50 N Prospect St , Akron
    8:45 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • FREE BAGELS!!
    I’m taking people until they run out. There’s been a lot of interest, and this WONT be the only time I donate. so keep an eye out for more in the… (Nextdoor Wallhaven)
  • Hello!
    A friend has a cat that they cannot take care of. They cannot find a shelter who will take him, so they are planning to put him down. I am hoping to… (Nextdoor Sand Run Offshoots)
  • University of Akron posted a job opening for Women's Lacrosse Assistant Coach - Part time - 12940 in Akron. Apply here.
  • Cleveland Clinic posted a job opening for Senior Porter - Floor Stocking in Akron. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Akron here.

🗞 Nearby News

Tallmadge

  • Grief counselors at Tallmadge High School Friday after death of senior (cleveland19.com)
  • Kent State eliminates 19 majors. See which degree programs are impacted (beaconjournal.com)

Cuyahoga Falls

  • American Red Cross set for 17th annual Cuyahoga Falls Holiday Blood Drive on Dec. 16 (wkyc.com)
  • Here's the list of Christmas pop-up bars you didn't know you needed (news5cleveland.com)
  • Bishop McCort's Bo Bassett, Melvin Miller advance to Ironman semifinals (centredaily.com)

Ok Akron! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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