Good morning, Dev Test County. Mother Nature seems determined to give 2023 a dramatic sendoff, serving up a weather rollercoaster that would make even a meteorologist's head spin. We're talking summer-like 63 degrees plummeting to winter's chill faster than you can say "Happy New Year," complete with a side of wind advisories and a snow chaser. Talk about going out with a bang!
But wild weather isn't stopping our community from celebrating in style. While the Akron Zoo plans to drop its ball at noon (genius move for the little party animals), venues across the region are prepping for festivities that range from swanky $125-per-plate galas to casual $10 jazz nights. Meanwhile, Cuyahoga Falls is closing out the year with its own fireworks display - in real estate that is, with a historic mansion fetching a cool $430,000.
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🌪️ Akron braces for wild New Year's Eve with wind, storms, and snow. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory through early Monday morning, warning of potential power outages and dangerous driving conditions. Sunday's unseasonably warm temperatures near 63 degrees will plummet to the low 30s by New Year's Eve, bringing a mix of rain and snow. New Year's Day 2025 will usher in even colder conditions with a high of just 35 degrees and a 70% chance of precipitation. The winter chill will persist through the week with temperatures staying stubbornly in the 20s.
🏠 Cuyahoga Falls mansion fetches $430,000 in week's top real estate deal. A total of 15 homes changed hands in the Ohio city during the past week, with sales averaging $218,087 per property. The top-selling residence, located at 1550 Bridgeview Circle, was built in 1929 and offers nearly 2,000 square feet of living space. The second-highest sale reached $400,000 for a property on Calvert Drive, while the remaining top 10 homes sold ranged from $180,000 to $259,000. The average price per square foot across all sales was $167, reflecting the area's diverse real estate market.
🎉 Akron area explodes with family-friendly New Year's Eve celebrations. From daytime "noon-year" parties at the Akron Zoo to elegant evening galas, the region offers festivities for every age and budget. The Zoo Year's Eve event features crafts and a special noon ball drop, while multiple venues across Akron and Cleveland host live music and dancing. Evening celebrations range from the upscale Woodside Gala ($125) to casual parties at BLU Jazz+ ($10), all featuring dinner, drinks, and entertainment. Several family-focused venues like Cedar Point's Castaway Bay are organizing early countdowns so kids can join the fun without staying up late.
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| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Aurora Greenmen | ||
| vs Avon | L 7-2 | |
| @ CVCA | L 7-0 |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
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 Ravenna Ravens | ||
| vs Cardinal | W 58-53 | |
| Aurora Greenmen | ||
| @ Streetsboro | L 48-42 | |
 Streetsboro Rockets | ||
| vs Kenston | W 50-41 | |
| vs Aurora | W 48-42 | |
 Tallmadge Blue Devils | ||
| vs Woodridge | W 83-51 |
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