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Good morning Akron! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Can you recognize this Akron school from its new concession stand?
  • How much did Akron gas prices actually fall this week?
  • How an Akron family's vending dream turned into nearly $1M in debt

Also on today's calendar: FREE Summit County Home Expo, October 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Cloudy and comfortable, temps: high: 75, low: 63.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and very warm, with a high of 80 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Can you name the Akron school in our weekly photo quiz? (signalakron.org) — Akron readers are invited to identify a local school from a new concession stand photo tied to Friday night football and school spirit. The piece also highlights Signal Akron's broader neighborhood, arts, and events coverage, and encourages residents to support continued community-focused reporting across the city and Summit County.
   

2. Gas prices drop 28 cents in Akron, 17 cents in Cleveland: Here's what GasBuddy is saying (wkyc.com) — Drivers in Akron are now paying about $4.22 per gallon after a sharp 28-cent drop over the last week, according to GasBuddy. The story compares Akron's prices with Cleveland and national averages, and explains how refinery issues and oil markets are shaping what you pay at the pump.
   

3. Ohio couple faces nearly $1M in debt after vending business expansion (vendingtimes.com) — An Akron couple is nearly $1 million in debt after rapidly expanding a vending and micro market business, forcing them to sell assets and return to traditional jobs. Their situation, discussed on a national radio show, highlights how quickly business borrowing, home equity lines, and credit cards can overwhelm a family and offers a cautionary tale for Akron residents considering similar ventures.
   

4. Three Takeaways from the Best Cities to Start Your Career (collegerecruiter.com) — Akron is highlighted as one of the top three U.S. metros to start a career in 2026, thanks to its mix of job opportunities and relatively affordable rents. The article urges new grads to weigh cost of living alongside salary, and offers tips on choosing locations and polishing resumes for early career moves.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • ‼️MISSING DOG ‼️ My dad's dog Peanut got loose last night in the Springfield area off of Sanitarium and near Portage Line Rd.
    He has a RED collar on! Please if you see him call us at 330-880-8746 he's very sweet but scared of new people (Nextdoor Meadows of Wintergreen)
  • Hey has anyone lost a small, young, black cat??
    I found them by Timber Top Building 12 and they wouldn't stop yelling. Does she belong to anyone?? (Nextdoor Timber Top)
  • Steak 'n Shake posted a job opening for Team Member in Akron. Apply here.
  • Domino's Pizza, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier - Pizza Maker (02181) in Akron. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Akron here.

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

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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