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Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. APS forecasts deficit spending, in red by 2029 (akron.com) — Akron Public Schools is projecting a $7.4 million deficit this year and warns its cash reserves could run out by 2029 if nothing changes, prompting deeper budget reviews and a required state plan. At the same time, the board approved key staff moves, major donations including $1.24 million for the I Promise School, and tuition support for Akron Early College students.
2. See Akron Public Schools' first day of high-fives and hugs (signalakron.org) — Akron Public Schools students returned this week to red carpets, balloons, and plenty of high-fives at buildings like Crouse and Leggett Community Learning Centers. Teachers, principals, and families across neighborhoods from Sherbondy Hill to University Park shared excitement about a calmer, more purposeful school year, with a big push to keep attendance strong for 2026-27.
3. Break-in at Akron Police storage facility leaves evidence vehicles damaged (news5cleveland.com) — Akron police are asking for the public's help after three intruders broke into the department's gated storage facility on Sweitzer Road, vandalizing multiple evidence vehicles and other city equipment. Investigators say the August 18 incident was caught on camera and could affect ongoing cases, and they're urging anyone with information to contact Akron Police so they can prevent similar crimes.
4. 'It's just getting louder.' Akron-area women talk about life with tinnitus (beaconjournal.com) — Akron-area readers hear from Brimfield and Stow women living with constant tinnitus, along with practical insight from a Kent hearing specialist on causes, treatments, and prevention. Their stories highlight how common the condition is for older adults locally and why protecting your hearing and seeking help early can make a real difference in daily life.
5. The Midwest Is Dominating 2026 Real Estate Rankings—But the Drawbacks Matter (biggerpockets.com) — Akron is highlighted as one of several Midwest cities reinventing themselves from manufacturing hubs into service-based economies, drawing new residents and investors. A Knight Foundation director in Akron describes population losses finally stabilizing and even ticking up, suggesting the city's mix of affordability, jobs, and redevelopment could make it more attractive for both renters and landlords.
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