Akron Essential Info

Overview

Akron is a medium sized city located in the Northeast Ohio region in Summit County in the State of Ohio in the United States.

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Basics

Best Time To Go

Mar-Oct

Current Time

Current Weather

78 °F

Clear

Fun Facts

1. Lebron James is an Akron native.
2. Alcoholics Anonymous was first started in Akron in 1935.
3. Akron is home to one of the oldest basketball teams in the United States, the Akron Wingfoots.
4. Ice cream cone, the hamburger, and caramel corn were invented by Charles E. Menches in Akron.
5. Akron is home to the famous Quaker Oatmeal cereal company.

Popular Foods

1. Bison Burger
2. Grilled Stuffed Banana Peppers