Akron Podcast

Akron’s changing leaf-pickup plan has David asking one simple question: why can’t the city just stick to a schedule? This episode also spotlights a new neighborhood hangout, funding for youth programs, a developing University of Akron lawsuit, and a Circle K clerk’s account of what happened after an attempted robbery. Plus, find out what’s coming up around Akron this November. Press play for the local stories and events on David’s radar. Support this Podcast Sources Used or Mentioned In This Ep

Hey it's voting day! Did you vote for Turd sandwich or giant douche? Today we have news from the airport that will be creating jobs, some holiday activities coming to downtown Akron for the winter, and a report from the Beacon Journal about how much it would cost at local grocery stores. Support the Show Acorns Online Banking Monarch Money Takeaways: We said voting feels like choosing between a douche and a turd sandwich, sadly true. I cheered that the political ads end tomorrow, because tha

National searches lose access to Akron Floc cameras (kind of), you better answer those questions when you get pulled over, your water bill is going up, there is a $5000 reward from Turkeyfoot, what is up with RTA and more. PLEASE help support this show. Every little helps. It takes a lot of time, and I do my best to bring local news from all sources and spinkle in some snark to make it fun. Any amount of support is DEEPLY appreciated. Research Links Sources Used or Mentioned In This Epi

What do river warning lights, a $70 million zoo makeover, a bridge closure, and William Shatner have in common? They’re all part of what’s happening around Akron and Northeast Ohio. In this episode, I cover local news, share a few thoughts on the stories behind it, and look ahead at the concerts and events coming to the area. Press play for the latest—including where to find your community’s trick-or-treat hours. In addition to the sad new of Bob "Hoolihan" Wells passing away, I talk about: I