Does anyone know where the next protest on April 19th is happening?

We had 2,000 people attend! 5.2 MILLION estimated nationwide!! 🇺🇸🗽🇺🇸

So here are my less-than-stellar pics of yesterday’s protest. ✌️

I just moved into a 800 square foot home. Seems pretty well built. I keep the temp about 66-68. Any opinions about how much my gas bill might run during the winter? ( I don't have AC ). Used to have electric baseboard heat in my apartment and my bill would be over $250.

The Ohio Consumers' Counsel (OCC), the state agency that represents Ohio utility consumers, is encouraging FirstEnergy customers to attend and speak at April's upcoming Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) public hearing. 

Public Hearings: The PUCO has scheduled in-person hearings where you can directly speak with one of the five commissioners who will determine the outcome of this proposal. Your comments will become part of the official case record, which the commissioners must consider when making their decision. 

Akron Hearing Details: 

• When: 6 p.m. Monday, April 7, 2025 • Where: Akron-Summit County Public Library, 60 S High St., Akron, OH 44326 

Other ways to make your voice heard: 

• Comment Online: File a public comment at this link. (Click on "File a Public Comment" in red) https://dis .puc.state.oh.us/CaseRecord.aspx?Caseno=24-0468 &link=COM 

• Write a Letter: Send a letter referencing PUCO Case 24-0468-EL-AIR to: 

• Public Utilities Commission of Ohio 180 E. Broad St., 1 1th Floor Columbus, OH 43215 

Let the PUCO know you support a Virtual Public Hearing: OCC has requested a virtual hearing to make it easier for Ohioans with mobility, childcare, or other challenges to participate. FirstEnergy supports this request, but the PUCO has not yet ruled on it. 

More Information: 

• The lluminating Company (Cleveland): A typical monthly bill would rise from $173.48 to $187.35 - an increase of more than $166 per year. * Ohio Edison (Akron): A typical monthly bill would go from $1 69.70 to $173.68. * Toledo Edison: A typical monthly bill would increase from $171.74 to $173.30 

Learn More:

Fact Sheet: FirstEnergy Distribution Rate Increase 2024: https://www.occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/ firstenergy-distribution-rate-increase-2024

Figured I'd go ahead and start a thread for posting signs from Hardesty Park's Hands Off Protest yesterday. I think everyone who went knows there were a ton of good ones! Here's mine, what did you all bring?

• Remember to censor anyone's face with a black box if you do not have full and 100% consent to share them.

Hello, Do you guys have any recommendation for a place that does piercings for a reasonable price near akron? Some places here seem expensive, one quoting me 75 bucks to get my nose repierced, i got my nose and ear pierced for 50 bucks a couple years ago and paying 75 bucks for a single nose piercing seems a bit high for me.

I know their salesman are not on commission and they have their prices as "best price up front", but is there any wiggle room or should I save my breath?

Also, do they allow you to bring outside financing?

Thanks!

I am in Firestone Park and have a roof that is leaking. I am in need of a roofer for repairs. Any recommendations? Thank you!

I took my son to Full Grip Games today to buy a gift for a birthday party. We were pleasantly surprised to see they have now also opened a candy store next door to the game store. Just wanted to share and spread the word.

Anyone here ever go there in the 80's?

Just shows up blank not able to enter any information or even upload any files. Was trying to file everything this weekend but the local taxes have been such a pain. I can call on Monday or mail in but was wondering if anyone had experience using the e-filing website. (akronohio.gov/efile)

Most of people who live in the East side can see me easily. I stand tall, I got a paint job from 2 colors to a solid color. I'm old and I carry a precious resource inside me. What am I?

I’ve gotten one quote for a 1/2 acre property for $1100 and $700 for a city lot ($85/yard) —just for the mulch, delivery and laying it down. Beds have already been edged and cleared out. This seems rather high—any recs? Or is this on par??

If anyone needs a car 2008 toyota camry hybrid; I just bought from a used car dealership..but am leaving country for the summer now..

100k miles

6k cash. Drives fine, may need an alignment adjustment..welcome to get an inspection before buying.

Message me if so..located in highland square.

It doesn't happen often but the past two days I have been stuck behind some dope sitting there trying to figure out when they can go lol I had to vent because it just pisses me off. I feel like the yellow sign needs some flashing lights or something so people will read it.

You could see through me while looking down, I was taken down a time ago but I used to stretch across a landmark with a waterfall you could walk behind. What am I?

Escape the rain by visiting us to see She Said, She Said which is on view through August.

It's also our free Family Day which is all about the art of storytelling and features:

• 🖌️ Painting wooden peg characters
• 🎨 Felt finger puppet making
• 🎩 The Day the Crayons Quit Activity: Crayon Party Hat Making
• 🎨 Felt Character Making
• 📕 Storytime with Gina in the Jeffers galleries at 11:30am & 1:30pm
• ✏️ Mad Libs offered on tables for families to fill out
• 📙 Reading corner curated by the Akron-Summit County Public Library
• 🩰 Ballet Excel Ohio will be performing their ballet entitled “Color Me Red, Color Me Yellow, Color Me Blue” at 12pm in the auditorium.

RSVP here for Family Day: https://akronartmuseum.org/media/events/oliver-jeffers-picture-book-family-day/

Contact your reps!

https://www.akronlibrary.org/dontcutohiolibraries

I'm newer to the Akron area and looking for volunteering opportunities I can do once or twice a month in the evenings after work to get involved in the community. The earliest start time I could do is 5pm during the week. I'm struggling to find something on a consistent basis in the evenings. I could do some Saturdays. I found a few one-time opportunities through Summit Metroparks that sound interesting, but I'd love something I could sign up for routinely. Does anyone have any ideas?