Akron Podcast

Do you live in Akron, Ohio? Want to keep up with what is going on in your city? This podcast is for you. We will cover local news (the good and the bad), Entertainment schedules, Updates on what your local representatives are up to (in a "just the facts / Non-biased fashion), and whatever else you'd like to hear.

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Waking Up from a Sleep Hangover: The Struggle is Real
March 11, 2026

Waking Up from a Sleep Hangover: The Struggle is Real

The Akron Podcast dives into the post-daylight saving time struggle we all love to loathe—the infamous sleep hangover. We chat about how, apparently, the lost hour of sleep is not just a figment of our imaginations. Professor...
Amazon Coming to Kenmore
Dec. 12, 2025

Amazon Coming to Kenmore

The Akron Council has officially approved Amazon's plan to build a massive fulfillment center on Manchester Road, a decision that had only one dissenting vote. This new facility, which will take over the former Akron Baptist ...
Ohio's New Marijuana Law: A Gift or a Trap?
Dec. 10, 2025

Ohio's New Marijuana Law: A Gift or a Trap?

A new law in Ohio is on the verge of passing that could make life a little more complicated for marijuana users. It introduces minor penalties for improperly transporting or possessing marijuana, which is a lovely twist in th...
Akron Council Approves Raises While Income Drops
Nov. 11, 2025

Akron Council Approves Raises While Income Drops

Akron just experienced a whirlwind of changes at the polls, with a significant 79% approving a bill to keep taxes in check. Meanwhile, the Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board also secured funding with a ...

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