The Akron History, which showcases 200 years of the city’s history, opens Saturday in Downtown Akron at 172 South Main Street.

A land sale in Western Reserve, a water-powered engine, a ban on red lights on front of cars and repairs at Stan Hywet.

Here’s what happened this week in local history: 1825 ... The new owners moved the headquarters from Akron to Seattle. Vintage photos: 100 years of Akron spelling bee ...