Area Briefs — Oct. 31

AKRONGuide donationAKRON: The FirstEnergy Foundation has donated $5,000 to the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition to assist in reprinting the organization’s Towpath Companion, a guide for hikers and bicyclists on the 101-mile Towpath Trail.The guidebook is “a vital resource,” said Dee Lowry, president of the foundation. She added, “We’re proud to support the trail.”Early Bird 5KAKRON: The Junior League of Akron is hosting its Early Bird Bustle 5K, Family Fun Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m.