🌱 Patch AM: How one Akron sit-down strike helped change labor in America

What's up Akron! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• How one Akron sit-down strike helped change labor in America
• How did Akron end up seventh in Ohio for scam reports?
• What did a major federal crime sweep mean for Akron?

Also on today's calendar: Dave Banks Big Band Featuring Scott Brotherton and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 69 degrees.
• Wednesday: Breezy, humid; a p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 86, low: 68. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy and not as warm, with a high of 76 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• America 250: This Akron worker started first sit-down strike (kentucky.com) — Akron's pivotal role in America's labor movement is spotlighted through Rex Murray's 1934 sit‑down strike at General Tire, which helped reshape unions nationwide. The piece also invites you to share what you think Akron's biggest contribution to U.S. history has been, with submissions feeding into a yearlong America 250 project.
   

• Akron ranks 7th in Ohio for scam reports in July (akronreporter.com) — Akron residents reported 14 scams to the Better Business Bureau in July, ranking the city seventh in Ohio but down from 25 reports in June. Reported losses totaled about $1,700, with the biggest hit coming from a debt-collection scam demanding $1,500. Locals are urged to use BBB Scam Tracker to research suspicious contacts and share experiences.
   

• US Attorney's Office and US Marshals Service announce more than 600 arrests in northern Ohio violent crime crackdown (highlandcountypress.com) — Akron was one of eight northern Ohio cities targeted in Operation Northern Shield, a multi-agency crackdown that led to more than 600 arrests and nearly 200 seized firearms this summer. With Akron's Police Department and U.S. Marshals task force participating, officials say the coordinated effort focused on violent fugitives and serious drug and weapons offenses across the region.
   

📸 Around Akron

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Akron

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday September 19
• Dave Banks Big Band Featuring Scott Brotherton →
  BLU Jazz+, 47 E Market St, Akron
  8:00 pm

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Other local events

Tuesday September 8
• Metro Parks Ensemble Season Finale →
  CV/Himelright Lodge, 1212 Cuyahoga St., Akron
  7:00 pm
Wednesday September 9
• Closed →
  Akron OH
• Forest Bathing for Beginners →
  SR/Shady Hollow Lodge, 1750 Sand Run Pkwy., Akron
  10:00 am
• Walking Wednesdays →
  Overlook Trail, 354 Sackett Ave, Akron
  10:00 am
• Kinderealm: Fabulous Flowers →
  FASN/Visitors Center, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron
  10:30 am
• Euchre →
  Kenmore Senior Community Center, 880 Kenmore Blvd, Akron
  12:30 pm
• Devotions & Communion →
  Heritage Crossing, 251 N Cleveland Massillon Rd, Akron
  2:00 pm
• The Connect →
  First Glance Student Center, 943 Kenmore Blvd, Akron
  5:00 pm
Sunday September 13
• Candlelight Open Air: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac →
  Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St NE, Canton, OH, 44721
  7:00 pm
• Candlelight Open Air: Tribute to Taylor Swift →
  Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa, 1700 55th St NE, Canton
  9:00 pm
Wednesday September 16
• January 100 in 48 Hours (In Ohio) →
  F A Seiberling Nature Realm 1828 Smith Road Akron OH 44313
  7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• ***UPDATE: SHE HAS FOUND A HOME WHERE SHE CAN BE THE ONLY DOG***
  Thanks so much everybody who offered help!!! Can anyone take this little dog? Her owner passed away Thursday night and she has just been in the… (Nextdoor West Exchane)
• This is to warn residents who live on the far west side of Akron that Fairlawn Country Club will be having their annual Labor Day fireworks tonight.
  This way everyone can have their pets secure, and make any other preparations that are needed. Have a good holiday everyone. (Nextdoor Fairlawn Heights NE)

• University of Akron posted a job opening for Assistant Professor of Practice in Business Analytics, Management (NTT) - 12859 in Akron. Apply here.
• MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Freight Handler Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$36/Hr in Akron. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Akron here.

🗞 Nearby News

Tallmadge

• Wu-Tang Clan, TLC, Billy Idol concerts at Blossom, Zaza at Akron Civic (beaconjournal.com)
• Guardians rookie Travis Bazzana grinding through first slump in majors (beaconjournal.com)

Cuyahoga Falls

• These Seven Ohio Splash Pads Stay Open Into Fall And Cost Families Nothing (takingthekids.com)

Fairlawn

• Ohio Lottery Pick 3 Midday, Pick 3 Evening winning numbers for Sept. 6, 2026 (beaconjournal.com)
• Summit Mall Pop-Up (lululemon.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

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: She had mittens! (Thank you April M. for sending it in!)
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