🎸 Elvis Costello's unpredictable creativity yields mixed results in Akron. The 71-year-old rocker delivered a marathon 27-song, 130-minute set at the Akron Civic Theatre on Saturday, focusing primarily on his 1977-1986 material. While his voice remains impressively intact and The Imposters provided solid backing, Costello's tendency to tweak melodies and arrangements led to some uneven moments. A stripped-down acoustic segment proved to be a highlight, though the show's strange sequencing—ending with "Alison" and "I Want You" after the climactic "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding"—exemplified the night's unpredictable nature.
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🏫 Akron schools face leadership turmoil while student achievement suffers. The district has been plagued by dysfunction between school board members and administrators, including costly superintendent departures. A $462,585.68 contract buyout for former Superintendent Fowler-Mack in 2023, plus legal fees, has drained resources. While the district's state report card rating improved recently, only 45% of third graders are reading at proficient levels. With 20,000 students affected, the upcoming school board election focuses on candidates with experience to address these challenges.
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💰 Northeast Ohio gets $1.2 million boost for three community projects. The state funding will support renovations at Willoughby's Fine Arts Association ($500,000), expansion of Cleveland's May Dugan Center ($350,000), and a new training facility for Chagrin Falls' Two Foundation ($375,000). State Senator Jerry Cirino, who supported these initiatives in the previous capital budget, emphasized how these funds will enhance quality of life for local residents. The Two Foundation's new training center will particularly benefit individuals with disabilities by providing real-world work experiences in various integrated settings including a café, shops, and manufacturing space.
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