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Akron update


An update of photos, shot for The Akron Beacon Journal.

Coventry coach Lisa Andrews picks up freshman JJ Wilt after she scored the winning run against Norton on Friday, May 6, 2016 at Logan Field in Akron. Coventry defeated Norton 2-1.

St. Vincent-St. Mary players storm the field after defeating Norton on Thursday, May 19, 2016 during the Division 2 District Finals game at Canal Park in Akron. St. Vincent-St. Mary defeated Norton 4-2.

Barberton sophomore Taylor Reinhart takes a moment after striking out in the top of the 7th inning, ending the game against Hoban on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at Hoban High School. Hoban defeated Barberton 5-0.

Akron North Dominic Jones leads the 110 meter hurdles at the Akron City Series Championship on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at Ellet High School in Summit County.

Superkid Elise Brunkalla of Jackson Memorial Middle School races with copilot Stephanie Getz during the SuperKids Classic at the Soap Box Derby Downs on Saturday, June 4, 2016 in Akron. About 30 children with disabilities competed throughout the day. The top three racers will advance to the National Super Kids race in July.

Akron city council member Tara Mosley takes part in a discussion about hiring local at "Who Cares?," an open meeting for people of faith to engage in Akron's challenges and opportunities, held on Saturday, April 2, 2016 in Akron. Local residents participated in discussion and problem solving in a formal open space style.

Dr. Terry Gordon, retired Akron General doctor, sports bling in his Barry Gibb attire he wore to the ceremony held for Caleb Perkins at Revere High School in Richfield. The ceremony celebrated Caleb, the Revere track athlete who collapsed on the track and went into cardiac arrest in March, and the coaches and trainers who helped save his life. Dr. Gordon taught the crowd how to perform hands-only CPR.

Isin Sezer of Bath stands in her art studio on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at the Acot on W. Tuscarawas Street in downtown Barberton. The center started a few years ago hoping to lure artists to the downtown area.

Gabriella Barsalona, 7, of Cuyahoga Falls plays a game of giant Jenga during Live@Lock4 on Thursday, May 19, 2016 downtown Akron. Lock4 will feature a free event every 3rd Thursday evening from May-September. Entertainment includes local bands, food trucks, games, drinks and more.

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