# Akron
Where to find the best coffee in Akron
photo of coffee drinksPhoto by Nathan Dumlao (Unsplash) Ever wonder who has the best cup of coffee in Akron? There are actually more coffee options in Akron than you might realize. Here are three fantastic choices for the best coffee in town.
(Opinion) The city of Akron is falling apart, but there is still hope
Photo of the city of Akron streetPhoto by Richard Wambsgans (Creative Commons) The past few weeks have easily been the roughest in recent memory for the city of Akron. There was the shooting of Jayland Walker which has been followed by protests, more arrests, and businesses being vandalized. Most recently, a child was killed at a party.
Jayland Walker: Akron police have released bodycam footage of the shooting of the unarmed 25-year-old in Ohio
Akron Police Department and the City of Ohio held a press conference early Sunday to release bodycam footage of the Jayland Walker shooting that happened at about 12:30 a.m. on June 27, 2022.
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Go here for the best burger around
Photo of cheeseburger on platePhoto by Eliv Sonas Aceron (Unsplash) If you've ever wondered where you can find the best burger in town, I have the answer. It's not Swenson's. It's not Bob's. It's actually something you'll find at a newer restaurant: The Farmer's Rail.
Enjoy free family movie nights in Cuyahoga Falls
Photo of Movie screen and chairsPhoto by Zhefei Zhou (Unsplash) Want to do something different this summer? How does a movie night sound with some of your friends and neighbors outdoors! Best of all, the movies are absolutely free for you and your family and friends to enjoy!
3 places to grab a yummy dessert or snack this summer
photo of dip cone ice creamPhoto by Dylan Ferreira (Unsplash) Craving a sweet treat? Look no further! Here's where you need to check out this summer for some incredible treats such as donuts, ice cream, and more.
Two fun outdoor activities to enjoy by Akron
Two hikers on trailPhoto by David Marcu (Unsplash) As we're into June now and the weather is warm, it's time to do something fun! Who says you have to spend a penny to have some fun near Akron? The truth is, you can have a blast outside for absolutely nothing.
Celebrate Pride Month with local bookstore Shelf Life
Photo of individual holding flagPhoto by Brielle French (Unsplash) It's Pride Month, and Shelf Life book store is having a special book raffle to celebrate!. The winner will receive a set of two books by TJ Klune. The first book is The House in the Cerulean Sea. If you're not familiar with this story, The House in the Cerulean Sea is an enchanting love story about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place. The second book is Under The Whispering Door. This book is an uplifting story about a life spent at the office and a death spent building a home. Again, the winner receives both books!
The University of Akron Receives 1.5 Million from the State of Ohio
college students studyingPhoto by Bobbi Moore (Creative Commons) The University of Akron was recently awarded $1.5 million from the State of Ohio to support its Choose Ohio First STEMM Scholarship Program. This specific program focuses on recruiting students and helping them graduate in the fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine (STEMM). The state will distribute the award over a five years to fund scholarship awards and other benefits for students in these five specific areas.
Akron Filmmaker Breaks Kickstarter Record With New Film
Making moviePhoto by Cornell Academy (Creative Commons) Just a few weeks into a Kickstarter campaign, Ohio native Chris Stuckmann's film Shelby Oaks has become the most-funded horror film project on Kickstarter. This movie is to be written and directed by YouTube movie reviewer Chris Stuckmann. Stuckmann is known for his YouTube channel where he has almost two million subscribers. The film is based on a recent Internet mystery about a group of missing paranormal investigators.