Good morning, Portage County. Art has a way of breaking down barriers, and this March, Akron's Historic Arts District is dismantling them all. The reimagined ArtWalk isn't just switching to Thursday evenings – it's creating a revolutionary space where creativity knows no bounds, complete with sensory buses and quiet rooms that ensure everyone can be part of the masterpiece.
While the arts scene opens new doors, other local institutions are closing familiar ones. Blossom Music Center's beloved Lawnie Pass is taking its final bow after years of summer concert magic, though with headliners like Jason Aldean and Keith Urban already lined up, the music plays on. Meanwhile, a more serious note: swift action by local law enforcement recently thwarted a concerning threat to Woodridge schools, reminding us that community safety remains our highest priority.
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0%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🎨 Akron's inclusive art celebration empowers artists of all abilities this March. The quarterly Akron ArtWalk is moving to Thursday evenings, with its first 2025 event happening March 13th from 5-9pm at the Historic Arts District. In partnership with Summit DD, the free event features artist vendors, creative activities, and special accommodations including a Mobile Sensory Bus and quiet rooms. Visitors can explore five galleries, meet local artists, and enjoy demonstrations at multiple venues including Summit Artspace and the Akron Art Museum. The event showcases Summit DD's commitment to ensuring people of all abilities can fully participate in community life.
🚨 Teen arrested for texting school shooting threats to Woodridge students. A 16-year-old from West Akron faces charges of inducing panic and making terrorist threats after sending alarming messages to middle and high school students. The threats prompted a brief 20-minute "place and secure" protocol at Woodridge schools, though classes continued normally. Police responded with increased security after receiving multiple 911 calls from concerned parents. The suspect was arrested later that same day by Cuyahoga Falls police.
🎵 Popular concert season pass gets axed at Blossom Music Center. Live Nation has discontinued its "Lawnie Pass" program for the 2025 summer season, ending a deal that let music fans see over 20 shows for just $239. The entertainment giant promises "new and exciting programs" are in development to replace the beloved pass system. Previous pass holders will get first dibs on whatever new offerings emerge. Meanwhile, Blossom's summer lineup already boasts big names like Jason Aldean, Keith Urban, and Dave Matthews Band.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
The G-Men showed no mercy in Garrettsville, as Garfield steamrolled Windham 76-46 in a non-league matchup that was over before halftime. Meanwhile in Kent, Roosevelt squeaked out a nail-biter over East Tech 51-49, giving the Rough Riders faithful something to smile about in an otherwise challenging 7-16 campaign.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Garfield (16-6) | ||
vs Windham | W 76-46 | |
 Roosevelt (7-16) | ||
vs East Tech** | W 51-49 | |
 Windham (11-11) | ||
@ Garfield | L 76-46 |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
Talk about a statement win - Streetsboro's Rockets launched into orbit with a jaw-dropping 68-11 demolition of Shaw, proving their 20-3 record is no fluke. Field squeezed past Northwest 47-44 in a nail-biter that lived up to its billing as a clash of local powers. Meanwhile, Crestwood's Red Devils turned up the heat against Cloverleaf, cooking up a convincing 57-37 victory that has them looking dangerous heading into their showdown with powerhouse Canfield.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Streetsboro (20-3) | ||
vs Shaw* | W 68-11 | |
 Crestwood (18-6) | ||
vs Cloverleaf* | W 57-37 | |
 Field (16-8) | ||
@ Northwest* | W 47-44 | |
 Rootstown (23-1) | ||
vs East Canton* | W 71-15 |
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