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**Mobile Market Wins Grant, MLK Events, and City Updates Featured in Mayor Malik’s Newsletter**

Mayor Malik is sharing updates and achievements from Akron this week in the latest edition of his weekly newsletter. Some of the highlights include:

- **Mobile Market Wins 1st Place Grant Award**: The Mobile Market initiative, a program designed to enhance food access for Akron residents, has received a first-place grant award. The recognition highlights the city’s efforts to tackle food insecurity and support community health.

- **MLK Week Recap**: Events celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy were held throughout the week, bringing the Akron community together. Details on activities and reflections shared during the events are included in this week's update.

- **Reading with Akron Public School Students**: Mayor Malik spent time reading with Akron Public School (APS) students, emphasizing the importance of literacy and education. This initiative reflects the city’s commitment to engaging with and supporting young learners.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed by subscribing to the newsletter. To receive weekly updates via email, visit **akronohio.gov/signup**. For those interested in this week’s edition, it can be accessed online at [this link](https://mailchi.mp/800374897669/mayor-maliks-weekly-newsletter-17455645).

This newsletter offers a comprehensive look at both ongoing projects and upcoming events for Akron residents.

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