The following issues were identified in the Summit County Quality of Life Project conducted by the United Way of Summit County, the Akron Community Foundation and The University of Akron as part of the Thriving Community Needs and Assessment Study reques

WAKR – WONE – WQMX/Akron

2009 Fourth Quarter Report and Community Issues

The following issues were identified in the Summit County Quality of Life Project conducted by the United Way of Summit County, the Akron Community Foundation and The University of Akron as part of the Thriving Community Needs and Assessment Study requested by Summit County Executive James B. McCarthy. Interviews of 183 individual “key informants” as well as 40 in-person interviews of county residents were conducted by the Federation for Community Planning. A copy of this report is attached to the appendix of this file.

Among some of the major findings were:

· The State of the Economy

· Scale of Summit County Demographics

· Politics

· Human Services

· Crime

· Children

· Education

· Overall performance of Akron schools

WAKR-WONE-WQMX concentrated programs on the following ten issues for this quarter:

1. The Economy

2. Education

3. Children’s Services

4. Political Leadership

5. Crime and Personal Safety

6. Health Care

7. Race, Religion and Diversity

8. Transportation

9. Social Service Agencies

10. General Health & Wellness

Regularly Scheduled Programs

In addition to the programs listed stations also provided the following regularly scheduled news and community service programming:

WAKR – 3:30 length local newscasts 5a-6p M-F, 6a-12p Sat. (6:00 during morning drive 6a, 7a & 8a M-F) at the top of each hour (except when preempted by sports events); 3:00 length local newscasts 5:30a-5:30p M-F, 6:30a-11:30a Sat. (6:00 during morning drive 5:30a, 6:30a and 7:30a M-F); local newscasts of 2:00 length also follow ABC Network newscasts 12a-4a weekdays; 7p-11p M-F, 1p-11p Saturday and 12a-530a and 1p-11p weekends.

WAKR Ray Horner Show – 6:00 a.m. Through 10:00 a.m. (effective September 8, 2009) Monday-Friday with news, sports, weather, traffic,business and topical interviews of local, national and community interest.

“Dow Jones Money Report” - airs on 1590 WAKR hourly 6a-7p Monday-Friday and 7a-12p Saturday with the latest financial and market information. 1:00 length. Network program.

ABC News – airs on 1590 WAKR 12a-4a M-F; 7p-11p M-F; 12a-7a Saturday; 1p-11p Saturday; 12a-5p Sunday; 12p-11p Sunday. May be preempted by sports coverage. Updates every hour with the latest news. 3:00 midnight-5a, 4:00 6a-11p. Network program.

“America in the Morning” - airs on 1590 WAKR 5a-6a M-F (starting September 8, 2009; 5a-5:30a up to that point) with topical news, sports, business and information. 54:00 length. Network program.

WONE – 3:00 length local newscasts 6a-830a at the top and bottom of each hour M-F.

WQMX – 3:00 length local newscasts 5:30a-8:30a at the top and bottom of each hour M-F.

All stations: hourly weather updates (at least twice each hour on WAKR, once hourly on WONE & WQMX)

All stations: regular traffic updates (at least four times each hour on WONE & WQMX during morning drive M-F, six times each hour during morning drive on WAKR M-F; twice hourly on WAKR and WQMX during afternoon drive, once hourly during afternoon drive on WONE.)

60 Seconds/FYI: one-minute news, community service and public service reports airing on WAKR and WONE during varied rotations seven days a week.

Forum 360 – produced by the Jewish Community Center of Akron in association with Time Warner Cable of Akron/Canton, a 30-minute program airs each Sunday morning at 8:00 a.m. on WAKR and 6:30 a.m. on WONE.

Center Talks – produced by the Akron Urban League and 1590 WAKR with information on agencies and programs of benefit to the Akron urban community. This program runs 30:00.

Community Profiles – produced by former Coming Together Akron President Dr. Fannie Brown and 1590 WAKR with information on programs and topics of interest to Akron’s minority community and the community as a whole. This program runs 30:00.

“Money Talks” on 1590 WAKR with host Richard Peterson providing financial information on money management and financial policy. Saturday 7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.

“Ready, Set Grow” on 1590 WAKR with host Tom Dayton offering advice for gardening and landscaping. Saturday 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

“Your Beautiful Home” on 1590 WAKR with hosts Katherine DeLong and Andy January with information on home décor and preserving value for homeowners. Saturday 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

“Akron General Good Health Hour” on 1590 WAKR with host Dr. Debbie Plate offering topical advice and information on health issues. Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Except when preempted by sports.

1. The Economy

WAKR is an affiliate of the Westwood One/Wall Street Journal network and airs hourly “Dow Jones Money Report” business updates Monday-Saturday.

WAKR partners with Richard Peterson, president of Capital Financial Group, to present “Money Talks” airing Saturdays 7:00am-8:00am with topical news, interviews, and call-in advice on issues relating to personal economics. Each program contains a total of approximately 40 minutes of economic content in six segment blocks.

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (airs 5:30a-9:00a Monday-Friday; each segment approximately 4:00 in length)

October 2^nd, 2009

9:30am-10:00am---Congressman Tim Ryan and Larry Bunner, Akron Fire Chief: economics of running a department and region.

October 9^th, 2009

9:00am-10:00am---Laura George, Job Consultant: office place relationships.

October 12^th, 2009

9:00am-10:00am---Dan Colantone, President/CEO Greater Akron Chamber: Issue 3.

October 19^th, 2009

8:10am, 8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Richard Peterson, Capital Financial Group: market climbing.

October 20^th, 2009

8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Robert Fenn, Social Security Agency: no cost of living increase.

October 26^th, 2009

9:35am-9:40am---Dr. Fred Carr, University of Akron: market crash of 1929.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

9:10-9:20---Gov. Ted Strickland, on casino gambling issue, economic development, and state budget crisis

Friday, November 6, 2009

6:43 & 6:53a Thomas Mulready, host, NEOtropolis on local PBS affiliate detailing the show's approach toward reporting regional economic news.

November 16^th, 2009

8:10am, 8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Laura George, LHGConsulting.com: moms back to work.

November 17^th, 2009

9:35am-9:50am---Scott Paul, U.S. Business and Industry President: China and USA

Relations.

November 24^th, 2009

8:10am, 8:20am, and 8:40am---Richard Peterson, Capital Financial Group: money in 2010.

November 27^th, 2009

6:20am---Tina Kaufman, WAKR Reporter: black Friday shopping.

7:40am and 8:10am---Tina Kaufman, WAKR Reporter: black Friday shopping.

December 1^st, 2009

7:10am and 7:20am---Dr. Susan Helper, Case Western Reserve University: U.S. auto industry.

December 2^nd, 2009

9:35am—10:00am---Kevin Coughlin, State Senator: Tax hole.

December 15^th, 2009

7:40am---Dr. Fred Carr, University of Akron: banks lending money.

9:10am-9:20am---Doug Boncosky, Mortage Broker: home buying market.

9:35am-9:50am---Nick Kostandaras, President of Summit County Council: Bridgestone project.

Community Profiles (airs Sunday 6:30am. Length 30:00)

October 11, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Christine Legow, Associate Director of Community Legal Aid of Summit County on legal assistance available for families dealing with home foreclosures.

October 25, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Linda Smith, President of Realtis and Jennifer Rogerts, a Realtist agent discuss home ownership for minorities and avoiding foreclosure.

Center Talks (Akron Urban League; airs Sunday mornings 9:00am; program runs 30:00.)

November 29, 2009 Belinda Richardson discusses programs aimed at stemming job losses among minorities; tips for retners forced to relocate for economic reasons and upcoming Akron Urban League events.

Spectrum (WONE 6:30a.m/WAKR 6:00am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

12/13/09 Lindsay McCoy profiles the impact of 2009 on local businesses, with a snapshot of how retail operations in affluent Hudson, Ohio have been dealing with the recession.

12/27/09 Larry States with his annual review of the top stories of the year as reported by WAKR and AkronNewsNow.com with “2009 in Review.”

2. Education

1590 WAKR provides coverage of local high school sports; the station also highlights accomplishments of local student-athletes through regular features such as the WAKR Student Athlete (heard each Friday morning during the school year) and The Local Loop, where interviews are held with local school news-makers each Friday during the school year.

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (each segment approximately 4:00 in length)

October 1^st, 2009

6:20am---Brian Staats, Barberton Football Coach: preview of game with Revere.

6:50am---Terry Cistone, Revere Football Coach: preview of game with Barberton.

October 2^nd, 2009

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Jeff Cockerham, Ellet High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: Springfield football.

October 7^th, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: new book on Influenza.

October 8^th, 2009

6:20am---Joe Vassalotti, Tallmadge football coach: preview of game with Wadsworth.

6:40am---Greg Dennison, Wadsworth football coach: preview of game with Tallmadge.

October 9^th, 2009

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Lawrence Wynn, Hoban High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: high school soccer update.

October 13^th, 2009

8:20am---J.D. Brookhart, University of Akron football coach: review of loss to Ohio.

October 14^th, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: pop culture book review.

6:40am, 6:50am, and 7:10am---Dave Barnhart, Todd Borner, Akron Zoo: Boo at the Zoo.

October 15^th, 2009

6:20am---Ralph Orsini, Hoban football coach: preview of game with Lake Catholic.

6:50am---Dan Boarman, SVSM football coach: preview of game with Cardinal Mooney.

October 16^th, 2009

8:40am---Keith Dambrot, University of Akron basketball coach: first day of practice.

October 21^st, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: history releases.

8:10am---J.D. Brookhart, University of Akron football coach: preview of game with Syracuse.

9:00am-10:00am---Bob Genet, Tom Harndon, Issues in Barberton: landlord and school issues in Barberton.

October 22^nd, 2009

6:20am---Tom Stacy, Green football coach: preview of game with Barberton.

6:50am---Brian Staats, Barberton football coach: preview of game with Green.

October 23^rd, 2009

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Jenna Elliott, Green High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: soccer playoffs.

October 26^th, 2009

6:50am---Rita Hosch, candidate: Akron School Board of Education.

7:40am---Diana Smith, candidate: Akron School Board of Education.

October 27^th, 2009

8:10am---Virgil Ortez, candidate: Akron School Board of Education.

October 28^th, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: travel novels.

6:50am---Jason Haas, candidate: Akron Board of Education.

8:20am---J.D. Brookhart, University of Akron football coach: preview of game with Northern Illinois.

October 29^th, 2009

6:20am---Marty Tinkler, Stow football coach: preview of game with Cuyahoga Falls.

6:50am---Michael Miller, Cuyahoga Falls football coach: preview of game with Stow.

7:10am---Lisa Mansfield, candidiate: Akron Public Schools Board of Education.

8:10am---Bruce Alexander, candidate: Akron Public Schools Board of Education.

October 30^th, 2009

6:20am, 6:40am and 6:50am---Joe Hlas, Greater Akron Bowling Association: high school bowling.

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Anthony Westren, Woodridge High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: soccer playoffs.

November 2^nd, 2009

9:00-10:00a Interviews with Akron School Board candidates Dianna Smith, Mexie Wilson, Ginger Baylor and Virgil Ortiz

November 4^th, 2009

723a Lisa Mansfield, winner Akron School Board

743a Bruce Alexander, winner Akron School Board

815a Jason Haas, winner Akron School Board

9a-10a Lisa Mansfield, Akron Schools winner; Sandra Kurt, Ward 8 Council winner; Mike Williams, At-Large Council.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

6:50am---Ralph Orsini, Hoban FB coach with Nick Accordino ahead of Hoban-Padua game.

8:50---Dave Barnhardt, Akron Zoo, on expansion of the zoo with an additional 16 hours.

Friday, November 6, 2009

7:23a WAKR Student Athlete of the Week Anthony Westren, quarterback, Woodridge High School football team, and Jeff Brewer, SportsInk.com with analysis of football playoff brackets on this first week of OHSAA football playoffs.

8:15a Greg Dennison, head coach, Wadsworth High School football team with a preview of playoff game against Canton GlenOak.

November 12^th, 2009

6:20am---Ralph Orsini, Hoban football coach: preview of game with Poland.

6:50am---Matt Adorni, Mogadore football coach: preview of playoff game on Friday.

9:10am-9:30am---James Hardy, Akron Public Schools Board of Education: bullies.

November 13^th, 2009

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: John Coleman, Buchtel High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: state soccer championships.

7:40am---Erin Myer, Junior Achievement: on-line auction.

8:10am---Eric Ervin, Woodridge football coach: preview of game with Girard.

8:40am---Matt Adorni, Mogadore football coach: preview of playoff game.

November 16^th, 2009

9:10am-9:25am---Dale Fortner, Wadsworth Schools Superintendent: strike concerns in district.

November 17^th, 2009

7:20am---Dale Fortner, Superintendent of Wadsworth Schools: chance of teacher strike discussed.

7:40am---J.D. Brookhart, University of Akron football coach: preview of game with Bowling Green.

November 18^th, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: new book on pop music.

November 19^th, 2009

6:20am---Dale Fortner, Wadsworth Schools Superintendent: avoiding a strike.

November 20^th, 2009

6:20am, 6:40am, and 6:50am---Joe Hlas, President USBC: high school bowling .

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Craig Dougherty, Manchester High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: Woodridge football.

8:10am---Eric Ervin, Woodridge football coach: preview of game with Chagrin Falls.

8:40am---Anthony Kelly, Woodridge football player: season.

November 23^rd, 2009

6:50am---Brian Dawson, Yontami Jones, Kenmore basketball coaches: preview of season.

November 24^th, 2009

6:40am---Steve White, Buchtel boys basketball coach: preview off season.

7:10am---Dave Barnhart, Akron Zoo: Snack with Santa program.

7:40am---Howard Curry, Buchtel girls basketball coach: preview of season.

November 25^th, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron /Summit County Public Library: new book by Phillip Roth.

November 27^th, 2009

6:40am and 6:50am---Firestone High School Basketball preview.

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Marie Arnone, SVSM High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: girls basketball preview.

November 30^th, 2009

9:10am-10:00am—Tom Gaffney, Jeff Brewer, Sports Writers: firing of University of Akron football coach J.D. Brookhart.

December 1^st, 2009

8:20am---Tina Wallace, Ellet girl basketball coach: preview of season.

8:50am—Chuck Blaisdel, Ellet boy’s basketball coach: preview of season.

December 2^nd, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: pop culture at library.

December 4^th, 2009

6:40am---Joe Jacubick, SVSM girl’s basketball coach: preview of game with Hoban.

6:50am---Tracy Miller, Hoban girl’s basketball coach: preview of game with SVSM.

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Sheldon Spaulding, Garfield High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: boy’s basketball preview.

December 9^th, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: biography on Winston Churchhill.

9:50am-10:00am---Caleb Porter, University of Akron Soccer Coach: playing for national title.

December 10^th, 2009

6:20am---Caleb Porter, University of Akron soccer coach: on playing in National Finals.

7:40am---Caleb Porter, University of Akron soccer coach: players on team.

December 11^th, 2009

6:40am---John Norris, Walsh Jesuit basketball coach: on game with Glen Oak.

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Cara DeAngelis, Ellet High School.

7:20am—Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: wrestling preview.

December 16^th, 2009

6:20am, 6:40am, and 6:50am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: holiday book ideas and Christmas reading.

December 18^th, 2009

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Cameron Ontko, Walsh Jesuit High School.

7:20am---Jeff Brewer, Local Loop: high school swimming.

December 21^st, 2009

8:10am---Vince Mealey, Barberton YMCA: Greynolds Classic.

8:20am---Andy Wildman, Barberton Recreation Authority: Greynolds Classic.

December 22^nd, 2009

6:40am---Mike Schmeltzer, Wadsworth basketball coach: preview of game with Barberton.

6:50am---Ken Rector, Barberton basketball coach: preview of game with Wadsworth.

7:40am and 7:50am---Rob Ianello, University of Akron football coach: Zip football.

December 23^rd, 2009

6:20am---Vince Mealey, Greynolds Classic: YMCA of Barberton.

6:40am---Andy Wildman, Greynolds Classic: Recreation of Barberton.

6:50am---Andy Booth, Wadsworth basketball coach: White Out For Witta night.

7:10am---Student Athlete of the Week: Amanda Sidwell, Mogadore High School.

Community Profiles (airs Sunday 6:30am. Length 30:00)

October 4, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Bill Brown, Vice President of TNT Balanced Literacy Centers about the TNT after-school basic tutoring program for kindergarten through fifth grade students.

Forum 360 (WONE 6:00am/WAKR 8:30am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

October 11, 2009 Ellen Botnick with John Hedges, Executive Director of the Weathervane Playhouse and actress Amanda Davis on the theater company's renovated facilities and upcoming season.

October 25, 2009 Leslie Ungar with Ted Kurtis, Vice President of Capital Planning and Facilities Management at the University of Akron on how the dream of building InfoCision Stadium became a reality.

November 15, 2009 Leslie Ungar with University of Akron football coach J.D. Brookhart on his experience in Akron. (Brookhart was dismissed from the position after Thanksgiving).

Center Talks (Akron Urban League; airs Sunday mornings 9:00am; program runs 30:00.)

October 4, 2009 Belinda Richardson with Keith Green, recruiter for Hiram College's weekend college and Office of Graduate Studies on classes for weekend and graduate students.

December 20, 2009 Belinda Richardson with today's program profiling Gospel Meets Symphony, the annual outreach program of the Akron Symphony Orchestra. Edra Frasier, chair of the committee; Jennifer Jones, choir master and Brenda Justice, coordinator of the choral program for the Akron Symphony are guests.

Spectrum (WONE 6:30a.m/WAKR 6:00am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

October 25, 2009 Lindsay McCoy with a quartet of the candidates running for the Akron School Board: Ginger Baylor, Virgil Ortiz, Rita Hosch and incumbent Jason Haas with profiles and their platforms.

November 1, 2009 Lindsay McCoy with part two of her series profiling candidates running for the Akron School Board including Lisa Mansfield, Dianna Smith, Bruce Alexander and Mexie Wilson.

3. Children’s Services

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (each segment approximately 4:00 in length)

October 2^nd, 2009

8:20am---Marc Stolarsky, Attorney: child’s role in custody cases.

October 6^th, 2009

6:20am---Kevin Thomas, Akron AAA: new kid seat law.

7:20am and 7:40am---John Saros, Executive Director of Summit County Children’s Services: Beds for Kids program.

October 23^rd, 2009

8:10am---Marc Stolarsky, Attorney: Grandparents rights.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

7:40, 7:50, 8:15---Summit County Children's Services, National Adoption Awareness Month, John Saros and Roselee Spaulding

December 1^st, 2009

9:10am-9:20am---Linda Teodosio, Summit County Juvenile Court Judge: sexting.

4. Political Leadership

1590 WAKR special coverage included:

November 3, 2009 – LIVE coverage on WAKR-AM, WONE-FM and WQMX-FM as well as www.AkronNewsNow.com of the 2009 General election. Coverage included election result updates plus live reports from reporters in the field at respective campaign headquarters.

WAKR is an affiliate of the ABC News Radio network and occasional airs extended coverage of topical news and public affairs events. Air times and length varies. Coverage included LIVE network coverage of presidential addresses.

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (each segment approximately 4:00 in length)

October 1^st, 2009

7:10am---Tom Ganley, U.S. Senate Candidate: on why he is running for the office.

October 2^nd, 2009

9:00am-9:30am---Captain Al Bragg, Akron Fire Department: department layoffs.

9:30am-10:00am---Congressman Tim Ryan and Larry Bunner, Akron Fire Chief: economics of running a department and region.

October 5^th, 2009

6:50am---Larry Banner, Akron Fire Chief: Union’s decision on impasse with city of Akron.

9:10am-9:15am---Russ Pry, Summit County Executive: Issue 3, casino issue.

October 6^th, 2009

6:40am---Congressman Tim Ryan: health care reform.

8:10am---Marco Sommerville, Akron City Council President: meeting participating.

9:00am-10:00am---Don Plusquellic, Akron Mayor: budgets and layoffs.

October 7^th, 2009

6:40am and 6:50am---Don Plusquellic, Akron Mayor: city layoffs.

8:10am and 8:20am---Steve Brooks, University of Akron: Issue 3, Casino issue.

October 8^th, 2009

9:00am-9:30am---Paul Hlynsky, President of Fraternal Order of Police: narcotic officers on duty.

9:35am-9:40am---Steve Brooks, University of Akron: Issue 3

October 12^th, 2009

6:40am---Jeff Fusco, candidate: Akron City Council At-Large.

7:10am---Linda Omobien, candidate: Akron City Council At-Large.

9:00am-10:00am---Dan Colantone, President/CEO Greater Akron Chamber: Issue 3.

October 13^th, 2009

7:10am---Dave Sutter, candidate: Akron City Council At-Large.

7:40am---Mike Williams, candidate: Akron City Council At-Large.

8:10am---Marco Sommerville, Akron City Council President: leaf pick-up cuts.

October 14^th, 2009

8:10am---Jim Hurley, candidate: Akron City Council.

9:00am-10:00am---Kelli Crawford, Russ Neal, and Mike Freeman, Akron City Council: update on budget.

October 15^th, 2009

7:10am---Tina Merlitti, candidate: Akron City Council.

8:10am---Elizabeth Berry Smith, candidate: Akron City Council.

8:50am---Sandra Kurt, candidate: Akron City Council.

October 16^th, 2009

6:50am---Russ Pry, Summit County Executive: “Making a Difference” program discussed.

October 19^th, 2009

7:10am---Bruce Kilby, candidate: Akron City Council.

October 21^st, 2009

9:00am-10:00am---Bob Genet, Tom Harndon, Issues in Barberton: landlord and school issues in Barberton.

October 22^nd, 2009

8:10am---Duane Schramm, candidate: Akron City Council.

8:20am---Josh Sines, candidate: Akron City Council.

9:00am-9:30am—Coverage of Mayor of Akron Don Plusquellic: was he “set up” coverage following a private birthday party and later questioned by police?

October 23^rd, 2009

8:40am---Rob Portman, candidate: U.S. Senate candidate.

October 26^th, 2009

6:50am---Rita Hosch, candidate: Akron School Board of Education.

7:10am---Rob Portman, candidate: U.S. Senate.

7:40am---Diana Smith, candidate: Akron School Board of Education.

October 27^th, 2009

8:10am---Virgil Ortez, candidate: Akron School Board of Education.

9:15am-10:00am---Marco Sommerville, President of Akron City Council: quality of life in Akron.

October 28^th, 2009

6:50am---Jason Haas, candidate: Akron Board of Education.

9:00am-10:00am---Open lines in Issue 3.

October 29^th, 2009

7:10am---Lisa Mansfield, candidiate: Akron Public Schools Board of Education.

8:10am---Bruce Alexander, candidate: Akron Public Schools Board of Education.

November 2^nd, 2009

9:00-10:00a Interviews with Akron School Board candidates Dianna Smith, Mexie Wilson, Ginger Baylor and Virgil Ortiz

November 4^th, 2009 – Post Election Day coverage

6:43a Mayor Bob Genet, Barberton, on passage of rental registration law

6:53a Summit Board of Elections Executive Director Marijean Donofrio on yesterday's election

7:23a Lisa Mansfield, winner Akron School Board

7:43a Bruce Alexander, winner Akron School Board

8:15a Jason Haas, winner Akron School Board

8:43a Christine Croce, winner Barberton Municipal Court Clerk's office

8:53a Marijean Donofrio, recap of yesterday's election and printing of late ballots for voting

9a-10a Lisa Mansfield, Akron Schools winner; Sandra Kurt, Ward 8 Council winner; Mike Williams, At-Large Council.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

7:20am---Sheriff Drew Alexander on Summit County budget impact, service cuts, and jail death settlement.

9:10-9:20---Gov. Ted Strickland, on casino gambling issue, economic development, and state budget crisis

9:35-10:00--Jennifer Brunner, Ohio Secretary of State, on improving Summit County's election counting and handling system. Also her run for U.S. Senate.

November 9^th, 2009

9:10am -9:25am---Congressman Tim Ryan: Health Care Bill passing House.

November 10^th, 2009

6:20am, 6:40am, 6:50am, and 7:10am---Tim Dimoff, SACS Security: radical groups.

7:40am---Bob Genet, Barberton Mayor: concessions from city workers needed.

8:10am---Marco Sommerville, President of Akron City Council: sewer rate increase.

8:20am---Bruce Kilby, Akron City Council: sewer rate increase.

8:40am---Dr. Steve Hook, Kent State University: more troops to Middle East.

9:10am-9:20am---Dr. Fred Carr, University of Akron: oil reliance.

9:35-9:50am---Jeff Fusco, Akron City Council: future of Akron.

9:50-10:00---Russ Pry, Summit County Executive: county budget cuts.

November 11^th, 2009

6:40am---Bob Matthews, Viet Nam War Educator: takes listeners back to Nam.

8:10am---George Baker, Veteran’s Commission Services: services from agency.

8:40am---Deborah Fisher, USO of Northeast Ohio: packages to troops.

November 12^th, 2009

9:10am-9:30am---James Hardy, Akron Public Schools Board of Education: bullies.

9:35am-10:00am---Mary Beth Husseini, Akron General: bullies.

November 17^th, 2009

8:10am---Marco Sommerville, President of Akron City Council: labor talks with fire and police officials.

9:20am-9:30am---Dr. Steven Hook, Kent State University: Obama to China.

November 18^th, 2009

9:50am-9:55am---Senator Kevin Coughlin: health and wellness bill.

November 23^rd, 2009

9:10am-10:00am---Will Fritz, Akron author: Kennedy shooting.

November 24^th, 2009

8:50am---Dave Lieberth, City of Akron: City of Akron Christmas celebration.

9:10am-10:00am---Marco Sommerville, President of Akron City Council: contract talks with public safety officials.

November 25^th, 2009

9:30am-10:00am---Craig Gilbride, Akron Police Chief: on his retirement.

December 1^st, 2009

7:40am---Dr. Steve Hook, Kent State University: Middle East military.

8:10am---Nick Kostandaras, President of Summit County Council: cigarette tax proposal.

9:35am-9:45am—Jerry Fiala, Kent Mayor: winning with coin flip.

December 2^nd, 2009

9:10am-9:20am---Dr. John Green, University of Akron: military in Middle East.

9:35am—10:00am---Kevin Coughlin, State Senator: Tax hole.

December 4^th, 2009

9:10am---Richard Cordray, Attorney General: h1n1 scams.—

December 8^th, 2009

7:10am and 7:20am---Rick Merolla, Public Service Director of the City of Akron: sewer rate hike in Akron.

8:10am and 8:20am---Marco Sommerville, President of Akron City Council: sewer rate hike.

December 9^th, 2009

6:40am---Marco Sommerville, President of Akron City Council: sewer rate hike.

December 14^th, 2009

9:10am-9:20am---Don Robart, Cuyahoga Falls Mayor: contract talks with police union.

December 15^th, 2009

9:35am-9:50am---Nick Kostandaras, President of Summit County Council: Bridgestone project.

December 16^th, 2009

9:10am-9:20am---Drew Alexander, Summit County Sheriff: contract agreement with Union.

December 18^th, 2009

7:40am---Drew Alexander, Summit County Sherriff: contract voted down which means layoffs in office.

December 22^nd, 2009

6:20am---Drew Alexander, Summit County Sheriff: DUI.

9:00am-10:00am---Marco Sommerville, President Akron City Council: sewer rate hike.

December 23^rd, 2009

8:40am---Dr. John Green, University of Akron: Health Care Bill.

9:05am-9:25am---Don Plusquellic, Akron Mayor: 2009 in review.

Spectrum (WONE 6:30a.m/WAKR 6:00am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

October 25, 2009 Lindsay McCoy with a quartet of the candidates running for the Akron School Board: Ginger Baylor, Virgil Ortiz, Rita Hosch and incumbent Jason Haas with profiles and their platforms.

November 1, 2009 Lindsay McCoy with part two of her series profiling candidates running for the Akron School Board including Lisa Mansfield, Dianna Smith, Bruce Alexander and Mexie Wilson.

12/27/09 Larry States with his annual review of the top stories of the year as reported by WAKR and AkronNewsNow.com with “2009 in Review.”

5. Crime and Personal Safety

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (each segment approximately 4:00 in length)

October 2^nd, 2009

9:00am-9:30am---Captain Al Bragg, Akron Fire Department: department layoffs.

9:30am-10:00am---Congressman Tim Ryan and Larry Bunner, Akron Fire Chief: economics of running a department and region.

October 5^th, 2009

6:50am---Larry Bunner, Akron Fire Chief: Union’s decision on impasse with city of Akron.

October 19^th, 2009

6:50am---Drew Alexander, Summit County Sheriff: texting while you drive outlawed.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

7:20am---Sheriff Drew Alexander on Summit County budget impact, service cuts, and jail death settlement.

Friday, November 6, 2009

7:33a LIVE coverage from ABC News from Ft. Hood, Texas mass shootings.

9:00-10:00a Sean Westfall, U.S. Army and a native of the Norton/Barberton area, with reflections and discussion of the shooting at Fort Hood, Texas. Also Stuart Warner, former Beacon Journal and Plain Dealer reporter/writer/editor, on the impact of Cleveland's mass killings in a home on Imperial Avenue.

November 10^th, 2009

6:20am, 6:40am, 6:50am, and 7:10am---Tim Dimoff, SACS Security: radical groups.

November 13^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Captain Al Bragg, Akron Fire Department: Avoiding recipes for disaster and practicing holiday fire safety.

9:00am-10:00am—Dr. Mary Myers, University of Akron: profile of a murderer in follow-up to the arrest of Anthony Sowell in the Imperial Avenue killings..

November 17^th, 2009

8:10am---Marco Sommerville, President of Akron City Council: labor talks with fire and police officials.

November 24^th, 2009

9:10am-10:00am---Marco Sommerville, President of Akron City Council: contract talks with public safety officials.

November 25^th, 2009

9:30am-10:00am---Craig Gilbride, Akron Police Chief: on his retirement.

December 1^st, 2009

9:10am-9:20am---Linda Teodosio, Summit County Juvenile Court Judge: sexting.

December 14^th, 2009

9:10am-9:20am---Don Robart, Cuyahoga Falls Mayor: contract talks with police union.

December 15^th, 2009

8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Drew Alexander, Summit County Sheriff: DUI laws.

December 16^th, 2009

9:10am-9:20am---Drew Alexander, Summit County Sheriff: contract agreement with Union.

December 18^th, 2009

7:40am---Drew Alexander, Summit County Sherriff: contract voted down which means layoffs in office.

9:10am-9:15am---Francis Fowler, Dr, Margo Prade’s sister: DNA evidence in case.

9:15am-9:25am---Mike Kaplan, Attorney: Prade case.

9:35am-9:50am—Joe Jastrzemski, WAKR Reporter: Prade case.

December 22^nd, 2009

6:20am---Drew Alexander, Summit County Sheriff: DUI.

Community Profiles (airs Sunday 6:30am. Length 30:00)

October 18, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Cynthia Sich, Director of Summit County Office of Consumer Affairs on identity theft and scams targeting senior citizens.

Forum 360 (WONE 6:00am/WAKR 8:30am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

December 6, 2009 Ellen Botnick with Lisa Smith, Cuyahoga County Associate Director of Community Re-entry and Minister Michael Stark, organizer of Summit Lake Neighborhood Association on programs providing assistance for people recently released from prison.

Spectrum (WONE 6:30a.m/WAKR 6:00am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

October 4, 2009 Chris Keppler with Eric Keenan, Akron Police Department Officer and coordinator of the APD's Explorer Program aimed at encouraging 13 to 21 year olds interested in law enforcement.

November 29, 2009 Tina Kaufmann with Dr. Mary Meyers, professor of criminal justice programs at the University of Akron. Her specialty is profiling serial killers.

6. Health Care

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (each segment approximately 4:00 in length)

October 21^st, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Michael Delahanty, Shaw Rehab.: new location for facility.

November 4^th, 2009

823a Bill Considine on his 30 years as CEO/President of Akron Children's Hospital

Thursday, November 5, 2009

6:40--Bill Considine, Akron Children's Hospital CEO on 30 years on the job.

November 19^th, 2009

7:10am and 7:20am---Tom Strauss, President/CEO Summa Health System: state of health care.

7. Race, Religion & Diversity

Community Profiles (airs Sunday 6:30am. Length 30:00)

October 25, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Linda Smith, President of Realtis and Jennifer Rogerts, a Realtist agent discuss home ownership for minorities and avoiding foreclosure.

Forum 360 (WONE 6:00am/WAKR 8:30am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

November 29, 2009 Bernette Williams with Ophelia Averiette, president of the Akron NAACP Chapter on the group's 100^th Anniversary.

Center Talks (Akron Urban League; airs Sunday mornings 9:00am; program runs 30:00.)

October 18, 2009 Donna Martin, Vice President of programs at the Akron Urban League with Sam DeShazior, chairman of the Akron chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha's winter gala at the Urban League in December.

November 29, 2009 Belinda Richardson discusses programs aimed at stemming job losses among minorities; tips for retners forced to relocate for economic reasons and upcoming Akron Urban League events.

December 27, 2009 Belinda Richardson with Bernett Williams, executive director of the Akron Urban League talks about the agency's plans to help celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a "day on" opposed to a "day off" with programs designed to highlight King's legacy and impact in Akron.

Spectrum (WONE 6:30a.m/WAKR 6:00am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

October 11, 2009 Tina Kaufmann with excerpts of an address to Akron's First Friday Club by Cleveland Catholic Diocese Bishop Richard Lennon on the direction the church is taking and impact of local church closings.

8. Transportation

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (each segment approximately 4:00 in length)

October 6^th, 2009

6:20am---Kevin Thomas, Akron AAA: new kid seat law.

October 22^nd, 2009

6:40am---Pete D’Attoma, Traveling Man: rate cuts by airlines.

October 29^th, 2009

6:40am---Pete D’Attoma, Traveling Man: airline mergers.

November 12^th, 2009

6:40am---Pete D’Attoma, Traveling Man: new largest cruise ship launched.

November 19^th, 2009

6:40am---Pete D’Attoma, Traveling Man: airline fare increases.

December 3^rd, 2009

6:20am, 6:40am, and 6:50am---Pete D’Attoma, Traveling Man: regional airlines.

8:10am and 8:20am---Kristie Van Auken, Akron/Canton Airport: holiday travel.

December 10^th, 2009

6:40am---Pete D’Attoma, Traveling Man: flight baggage costs.

December 17^th, 2009

6:40am---Pete D’Attoma, Traveling Man: new cruise line.

9. Social Services

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (each segment approximately 4:00 in length); this includes regular-scheduled appearances by attorneys as part of the Akron Bar Association’s outreach program.

October 1^st, 2009

8:40am---Georgejette Thomas, One of Kind Pet Rescue: animal adoption.

October 2^nd, 2009

8:20am---Marc Stolarsky, Attorney: child’s role in custody cases.

8:40am---Mary Ann Jackson, Akron Symphony Orchestra: Crescendo fashion show.

October 5^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: ear infections.

October 6^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---John Saros, Executive Director of Summit County Children’s Services: Beds for Kids program.

October 8^th, 2009

8:40am---Georgejette Thomas, One of Kind Pet Rescue: animal adoption.

October 9^th, 2009

8:20am---Mike Kaplan, Attorney: fender benders.

October 12^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: leg injuries in our pets.

October 13^th, 2009

6:20am, 6:40am and 6:50am---Beth Cardina and Linda Teodosio, CASA program: child advocate program that needs volunteers.

October 15^th, 2009

8:40am---Georgejette Thomas, One of Kind Pet Rescue: animal adoption.

October 16^th, 2009

6:50am---Russ Pry, Summit County Executive: “Making a Difference” program discussed.

8:20am---Mike Kaplan, Attorney: malpractice medical cases.

October 20^th, 2009

7:10am---Madeline Bozzeli, volunteer: Polsky winner for service to community.

October 22^nd, 2009

8:40am---Georgejette Thomas, One of a Kind Pet Rescue: animal adoption.

October 23^rd, 2009

8:10am---Marc Stolarsky, Attorney: Grandparents rights.

October 27^th, 2009

8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Mike Kaplan, Attorney: insurance needs.

October 29^th, 2009

7:40am---Ron Syroid, Akron Press Club: benefit book sale.

8:40am---Georgejette Thomas, One of a Kind Pet Rescue: animal adoption.

October 30^th, 2009

8:20am---Jason Lorenzan, Attorney: deportation.

November 2^nd, 2009

6:50a & 7:10a Michael Gaffney, United Way on Docs Who Rock event and fundraiser for the local charity

7:20a & 7:40a Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet on Your Pet, talks about cancer treatment for pets.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

7:40, 7:50, 8:15---Summit County Children's Services, National Adoption Awareness Month, John Saros and Roselee Spaulding

Friday, November 6, 2009

8:23a Mark Stolarsky, Akron attorney, with the Akron Bar Association "Ask the Attorney" segment on living wills.

November 9^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: declawing cats.

November 11^th, 2009

6:40am---Bob Matthews, Viet Nam War Educator: takes listeners back to Nam.

7:20am and 7:40am---Michelle Morse, Visiting Nurse Services: Advance Directives.

8:10am---George Baker, Veteran’s Commission Services: services from agency.

8:40am---Deborah Fisher, USO of Northeast Ohio: packages to troops.

November 12^th, 2009

7:10am and 7:20am---Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: Red Kettle kickoff day.

7:40am---Sandy Alexander, Faith In Action: care giver organization information.

November 16^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: pets giving birth tips.

9:35am-9:50am---Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: Red Kettle Drive.

November 20^th, 2009

8:20am---Mike Kaplan, Attorney: lemon law.

November 23^rd, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: parvo.

8:10am, 8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Rose Rose, Haven of Rest: organizations mission.

November 24^th, 2009

6:20am---Amy Galehouse, Galehouse Farms: Operation Evergreen.

November 25^th, 2009

6:40am---Rose Rose, Haven of Rest: mission of organization.

November 27^th, 2009

8:20am---Bob Higham, Attorney: liability law.

November 30^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: puppy selection.

8:40am---Father Paul Rosing, Holy Family: receiving Bishop Cosgrove Award.

December 1^st, 2009

9:20am-9:30am---Mike Kaplan, attorney: internet pictures.

December 3^rd, 2009

7:10am, 7:20am, 7:40am---Vic Wlaszyn, Better Business Bureau: holiday scams.

8:40am---Georgejette Thomas, One of a Kind Pet Rescue: animal adoption.

8:50am---Travis Hafner, Cleveland Indian player: toy drive for Foster Kids.

December 4^th, 2009

8:20am---Marc Stolarsky, Attorney: parents visitation rights.

December 7^th, 2009

6:50am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army

7:10am---Ed Ogden, Goodyear: blimp rides donated to Salvation Army.

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet on Your Pet: blood tests for pets.

8:10am---Jim Huntsman, All-American Soap Box Derby President: financial status of organization.

8:20am---Ed Ogden, Goodyear: needs of Salvation Army.

8:40am—Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: programs of organization.

8:50am---Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: needs of Salvation Army.

December 8^th, 2009

6:20am---Jim Huntsman, President of All-American Soap Box Derby: financial status of organization.

6:40am---Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: Salvation Army.

6:50am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

7:40am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

8:40am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

8:50am--Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: Salvation Army.

9:10am---Marty Houser, Salvation Army: Red Kettle Drive.

9:35am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

9:50am---Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: history of organization.

December 9^th, 2009

6:50am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

7:10am---Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: Salvation Army.

8:10am---Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: Salvation Army.

8:20am---Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: history of organization.

8:40am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

9:40am-9:50am---Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: costs of programs.

December 10^th, 2009

6:50am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

7:10am ---Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: Salvation Army.

9:10am-9:30am---Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: needs of organization.

9:35am-9:45am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

9:50am-9:55am---Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: Salvation Army.

December 11^th, 2009

6:20am—Darryl Mangeri, Salvation Army: Red Kettle drive.

6:50am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

7:40am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

8:10am---Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: Salvation Army

8:20am---Mike Kaplan, Attorney: visitation rights.

8:50am---Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: history of organization.

9:10am-9:30am---Ryan Haidet, WAKR Reporter: Salvation Army.

9:35am-9:45am---Joyce Lagios, Share a Christmas: Salvation Army.

December 14^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: blood work.

9:35am-9:50am---Jim Huntsman, President/CEO All-American Soap Box Derby: financial status of organization.

December 15^th, 2009

6:20am---Captain James Betts, Salvation Army: needs for Red Kettle drive.

December 17^th, 2009

8:40am and 8:50am---Georgejette Thomas, One of a Kind Pet Rescue: animal adoption.

December 18^th, 2009

8:20am---Jason Lorenzan, Attorney: immigration law.

December 21^st, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: holiday treats a no go for pets.

Community Profiles (airs Sunday 6:30am. Length 30:00)

October 11, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Christine Legow, Associate Director of Community Legal Aid of Summit County on legal assistance available for families dealing with home foreclosures.

October 18, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Cynthia Sich, Director of Summit County Office of Consumer Affairs on identity theft and scams targeting senior citizens.

October 25, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Linda Smith, President of Realtis and Jennifer Rogerts, a Realtist agent discuss home ownership for minorities and avoiding foreclosure.

November 22, 2009 Dr. Fannie Brown with Darryl Brake, Project Coordinator of Community Partnerships of Summit County with information on local efforts to highlight alcohol and prescription drug abuse.

Forum 360 (WONE 6:00am/WAKR 8:30am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

November 29, 2009 Bernette Williams with Ophelia Averiette, president of the Akron NAACP Chapter on the group's 100^th Anniversary.

Center Talks (Akron Urban League; airs Sunday mornings 9:00am; program runs 30:00.)

October 4, 2009 Belinda Richardson with Keith Green, recruiter for Hiram College's weekend college and Office of Graduate Studies on classes for weekend and graduate students.

October 18, 2009 Donna Martin, Vice President of programs at the Akron Urban League with Sam DeShazior, chairman of the Akron chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha's winter gala at the Urban League in December.

November 29, 2009 Belinda Richardson discusses programs aimed at stemming job losses among minorities; tips for retners forced to relocate for economic reasons and upcoming Akron Urban League events.

December 6, 2009 Belinda Richardson with Angela Tucker-Cooper,executive director of Mental Health America of Summit County on MHA's vision, particularly in dealing with persons who have suicidal thoughts.

Spectrum (WONE 6:30a.m/WAKR 6:00am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

November 15, 2009 Larry States with Captain Jim Betts, Summit County Coordinator for Salvation Army on the history of the agency and the annual holiday fundraising drive.

November 22, 2009 Chris Keppler with Rose Rose, Community Relations Director for the Haven of Rest. More than 800 persons are expected at the agency's annual Thanksgiving Holiday meals programs, highlighting the increased need for social service programs providing direct benefit.

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10/1/2009 Firestone Metro Park

Join Naturalist Rachel Sokira to learn about tree squirrels.

10/1/2009 Firestone High Theatre Group

The Firestone Theatre group will present the play "Noises Off", October 1st through October 3rd, at 7:30 p.m. in the Linda B. Kersker Auditorium at Firestone High School in Akron.

10/2/2009 Metro Parks-Freewheeling Friday

On October 2nd at 9am ride north over the new floating towpath.

10/2/2009 Medina Raptor Center

On October 2, at 7pm, join the Medina Raptor Center and Naturalist Meghan Doran for an up-close and personal look at the native owl species.

10/3/2009 Women's Auxiliary Rummage Sale

The Women's Auxiliary Board of Summit County Children Services is holding its annual Rummage Sale Saturday, October 3 from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Fairlawn Community Center.

10/3/2009 7th Annual Healthy Baby Fair & Family Expo

The 7th Annual Healthy Baby Fair & Family Expo will take place on October 3rd, from 10am-4pm at the John S. Knight Convention Center.

10/3/2009 UA Campus Cure For Cancer Walk

The University of Akron's 1st Annual 5k Walk for Breast Cancer will beSaturday, October 3. On-site registration begins at 9:00 am and the walk at 10:00 am at Carroll Common, outside the University of Akron's Student Union.

10/3/2009 Children's Acting Classes

Enjoy Saturday acting classes at The Illusion Factory beginning October 3 through November 21.

10/3/2009 Cattle Baron's Ball

The American Cancer Society 4th annual Akron-Canton Cattle Barons Ball will be held at the Quaker Square Station. All proceeds from this event will benefit the American Cancer Society.

10/3/2009 Art Walk, downtown Akron

An Art Walk will take place this Saturday October 3rd, from 5 - 10pm. Maps of participating

locations available at Akron Glass Works.

10/3/2009 Metro Parks, Summit County

Fall Family Outings will be held at Goodyear Heights Metro Park on Saturday, Oct. 3, and at Silver Creek Metro Park on Saturday, Oct. 10.

10/4/2009 Puppets on Patrol

Bring your favorite puppet or stuffed animal and join the Nature Realm puppets for this hike along the Indian Spring Trail.

10/4/2009 Metro Parks Hiking Spree

October 4th at 2pm join Naturalist Meghan Doran for this 1.8-mile hike to discover all of the cavity nesters that call ONeil Woods Metro Park.

10/6/2009 Something Russian Festival

The annual Something Russian Festival will be held Tuesday & Wednesday, October 6-7, from 10am-9pm, at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Mogadore, Ohio.

10/6/2009 Takin' It to The Streets

Takin' It to the Streets will be held at The House of the Lord. The discussions will take place each Tuesday from 6pm until 8pm beginning October 6th and concluding November 17th.

10/8/2009 Stitch For The Cure

During October, knitters and crocheters are invited to display a scarf in any shade of pink in the Lake Community Library. At the end of the month, the scarves will be donated to the cancer centers at Mercy Medical Center, Aultman Hospital, and Summa Health System.

10/8/2009 Women's Conference

More than 200 women are expected to gather at RiverTree Christian Church for the first Women's Conference: A Heart Set Free presented by The Pregnancy Support Center (PSC) of Stark County.

10/8/2009 Self-guided Tour, Munroe Falls Park

October 8th from 6 to 7pm at Munroe Falls Park enjoy a self-guided hike to earn spree credit.

10/9/2009 Aultcare Fast-Break Breakfast

Kordell Norton will lead a high-energy, interactive and humorous workshop, "Chocolate, Elephants, and Wrinkle Remover: How to Supercharge Your Business for Growth," at the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce's AultCare Fast Break Breakfast on Friday, Oct. 9th.

10/9/2009 Campfire Cooking, Firestone Metro Park

On October 9th at 7pm, get ready for some fun campfire cooking. Join Naturalist Rachel Sokira at Firestone Metro Park to sample some cuisine that is more than hotdogs.

10/10/2009 Pegasus Farm Fall Gala - Boot Scootin' Ball

Pegasus Farm's Fall Gala-Boot Scootin' Ball, will be held on Saturday, October 10, at Congress Lake Club. The fund raiser includes dinner, country-rock band, live auction and various western-themed activities.

10/10/2009 Jack-O-Lantern Jog

Canal Square YMCA celebrates Halloween early on October 10th, with the 12th Annual Jack-O-Lantern Jog through the streets of the Historic Glendale Cemetery. The Akron Area YMCA welcomes everyone to participate in the 5K benefit run and Kiwanis 1-mile Fun Run.

10/10/2009 Summit Christian Church Pancake Breakfast

All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, October 10th from 8 a.m. - Noon at Summit Christian Church.

10/10/2009 Cascade Valley Metro Park Hike

On October 10th, join volunteer Pat Patterson on a 10 mile hike thru the Chuckery, Highbridge, Glens and Gorge trails. The hike will begin at 9am in the Cascade Valley Metro Park.

10/2009 Hale Farm & Village Annual Harvest Festival

The Hale Farm & Village's Annual Harvest Festival will take place on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11. The event will include apple cider pressing, kettle popcorn popping, hay wagon rides, interacting with historic interpreters plus much more.

10/10/2009 Fall Dog Walk and Costume Party

Freedom Greyhound Rescue's 2nd Annual Fall Dog Walk and Costume Party, a Purina Pro Plan Rally to Rescue supported event -- will be held at Aurora Park & Recreation's Family Fall Festival located at Sunny Lake Park. Proceeds from the walk benefit Freedom Greyhound Rescue and local animal rescues.

10/10/2009 Hiking Spree-Gorge Metro Park

On October 10th join Naturalist Meghan Doran for this rugged 1.8-mile hike along the Cuyahoga River to explore all there is to see this autumn.

10/10/2009 Grace UCC Swiss Steak Dinner

Grace U.C.C. of Loyal Oak is sponsoring a Swiss Steak Dinner, Saturday, October 10, 2009 from 4:30-7pm.

10/10/2009 National Coming Out Week

The Akron Pride Center is having a benefit concert to raise awareness for National Coming Out week October 10th-18th. The concert will be held at Musica at Mocha Maiden. All proceeds to benefit the Akron Pride Center.

10/11/2009 University of Akron's Symphony Orchestra & Choir

The University of Akron's Symphony Orchestra & Concert Choir will be performing on Friday, October 11, 3pm, at the First Congregational Church.

10/13/2009 Muffins for Mammograms

Orders are now being accepted for Muffins for Mammograms, a two-day event that raises funds to provide mammograms for women who are uninsured. The program is sponsored by Akron General and Main Street Gourmet, with the help of 94.9WQMX's Bosom Buddies Program,

10/13/2009 Akron Art Museum's Third Thursday

Beginning October 15, the Akron Art Museum's Third Thursday concert series returns with entertaining and educational activities from 6:30 to 9 pm.

10/15/2009 The Taming of the Shrew

The University of Akron's School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration, presents Shakespeare's "The Taming of The Shrew", October 15-18 at the Paul A. Daum Theatre in Kolbe Hall on the University campus in Akron.

10/16/2009 Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Akron Zoo will take place October 16-18, 23-25 and 30-31, 2009.

10/16/2009 Canton Cabaret Dinner Theatre

Canton Cabaret Dinner Theatre presents "Dancing at the Sorcerer's Ball", October 16th at the McKinley Grand Hotel in Canton. There will be a live orchestra and Magician Tim Angeloni.

10/19/2009 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction

The March of Dime's Signature Chefs Auction will take place on Monday, October 19, at the Quaker Square Inn at the University of Akron. Plus the opportunity to bid on 150 silent auction items and 15 live auction items.

10/23/2009 Vino Casino Night Benefit

The Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine is hosting their 2nd Annual Vino Casino Night Benefit on Friday, October 23rd from 6:00p.m.-9:00p.m. at the OCPM campus in Independence, Ohio.

10/24/2009 Free Shredding Day

Free confidential recycling and shredding of your documents will take place on Saturday, October 24th from 9am-noon at the City of Norton Administration Building.

10/24/2009 Try the Y Day

October 24th, the Akron Area and Central Stark County YMCA invite the community to experience everything the YMCA has to offer for free, at Try The Y Day.

10/24/2009 Voter Education Drive

The Copley High School chapter of the Junior State of America is holding a voter education drive for all citizens of Summit County. The program will take place at the Copley High School Auditorium from 1-3pm.

10/24/2009 Taste of Cuyahoga Falls: Food, Wine & All That Jazz!

The Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium is sponsoring Taste of Cuyahoga Falls: Food, Wine & All That Jazz!

10/24/2009 Love INC Dinner/Auction

Love INC is sponsoring a dinner auction on Saturday, October 24, 6pm, at the Greek Community Center (129 S. Union St., Akron). The event, dinner, entertainment, silent and live auction, costs $40 per person. Love INC serves local churches, businesses and other organizations to meet the needs of the disadvantaged in Summit County.

10/25/2009 Akron Symphony's Film Music Fantasies

The Akron Symphony comes to E.J. Thomas Hall on October 25th with: Film Music Fantasies. Show time will be 3pm.

10/25/2009 Beer, Blues, Bar-b-que

The Victim Assistance Program's Beer, Blues, Bar-b-que event, will be held on Sunday, October 25, 4-7pm, at the Historic Loyal Oak Tavern.

10/25/2009 National Pro Bono Week

In celebration of National Pro Bono Week, October 25th-31st, Community Legal Aid is providing opportunities to obtain free legal advice throughout central Northeast Ohio.

11/2/2009 Scholastic Composers Contest

Students in grades K-12 have the opportunity to showcase their composition talents through the Scholastic Composers Contest sponsored by Children's Concert Society.

11/5/2009 Foster Care and Adoption Information Meeting

Summit County Children Services is sponsoring a free Foster Care and Adoption Information Meeting Tuesday, November 5 from 6-8 p.m. at the Portage Lakes Branch Library, 4261 Manchester Rd. in Akron.

11/5/2009 Choreographer's Workshop 2009

The University of Akron Dance Program presents Choreographers Workshop 2009. The performance will be held on Nov. 5th-7th, at 8 p.m. in the Daum Theatre in Kolbe Hall at The University of Akron.

11/6/2009 Fairlawn City Women's Club

The Fairlawn City Women's Club will host its Hobby & Special Interest Auction, Friday, November 6, at the Fairlawn-Kiwanis Community Center. Proceeds benefit the Copley-Fairlawn City Schools Scholarship program.

11/6/2009 H1N1 Vaccine Clinics

The Akron Health Department is holding two H1N1 vaccine clinics this week at the Helen Arnold Community Learning Center. Forest Hill Community Learning Center will sponsor two H1N1 vaccine clinics: November 13th and 14th from 9am-1pm.

11/7/2009 DAV Mobile Service for Veterans

The DAV Mobile Service Office will be at the South East Harley-Davidson Sales Company in Bedford Heights on November 7th, to personally provide the best counseling and claim filing assistance available. This event is part of the nationwide Harley's Heroes tour and is free to all veterans and members of their families.

11/7/2009 Akron Press Club Book Sale

The Akron Press Club's annual book sale will be held from 1-7 p.m. on November 7th, at the University of Akron's Martin Center.

11/7/2009 Fall Fantasy Event

The Women's Board of The Arc of Summit and Portage Counties will host its 10th Annual "Fall Fantasy" event on Saturday, November 7 at Fairlawn Country Club. Proceeds will benefit the Arch of Summit & Portage Counties.

11/7/2009 Discovering Your Appalachian Ancestors

On November 7th from 9:30am to 4pm The Special Collections Division of the Akron-Summit County Public Library and the Summit County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society present Discovering Your Appalachian Ancestors.

11/10/2009 Hank Inman Visits Akron-Summit County Library

Author Henry "Hank" Inman will speak at the Akron-Summit County Public Library on Tuesday, November 10th at 6:30 pm.

11/10/2009 Mended Hearts Inc.

Mended Hearts Inc. Chapter 59, will have a speaker on Sudden Cardiac Arrest at their meeting at Summa Akron City Hospital.

11/11/2009 Free Train Ride for Veterans

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR) announces a FREE train ride to honor veterans and their families on Wednesday, November 11.

11/11/2009 6th Annual Revere Bands In The Round

The Sixth Annual Revere Bands in the Round, Soup Supper & Silent Auction will take place on Wednesday, November 11 at Revere High School.

11/12/2009 Free Foster Care and Adoption Information

Summit County Children Services is sponsoring a free Foster Care and Adoption Information Meeting Thursday, November 12, 6-8 p.m., at the Cuyahoga Falls Library.

11/14/2009 35th Annual Weaver Industries Holiday Mart

The 35th Annual Weaver Industries Holiday Mart will take place on Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15 at the Summit Country Fairgrounds Arena.

11/14/2009 Great Gifts Benefit Dinner & Auction

The Highland Foundation will present the Fifth Annual Great Gifts Benefit Dinner and Auction on Saturday, November 14, at Weymouth Country Club.

11/15/2009 Rachel York "For The Love of It"

Broadway sensation Rachel York will take center stage on Sunday, November 15, at the Akron Public Main Library in downtown Akron. Two performances are scheduled and seating is limited. Ticket sales benefit and Akron Children's Hospital and Beth El Congregation.

11/17/2009 Tax Code Changes Workshop

The Cuyahoga Falls Library is sponsoring an informative, educational workshop on the new tax code changes going into effect on January 1st, 2010.

11/19/2009 Akron Civic Theatre Women's Guild

The Akron Civic Theatre Women's Guild's annual holiday auction luncheon will take place on Saturday, November 19, at noon at the Sheraton Suites.

11/19/2009 Cooperative Economics

On November 19th, attend a forum on Cooperative Economics and hear from representatives of 3 local economic cooperative projects...and learn how to become involved.

11/20/2009 28th Annual Holiday Tree Festival Preview Gala

Akron Children's Hospital will present the 28th Annual Holiday Tree Festival Preview Gala on Friday, November 20, beginning at 5:30pm at the John s. Knight Center in Akron.

11/21/2009 Community Shred-It Day

Kenmore Kiwanis is sponsoring a free, secure, on-site document shredding event on Saturday, November 21, at the Express Auto Center. Items donated to the Kenmore Church of the Nazarene Food Pantry are encouraged.

11/21/2009 Annual Coat Give-Away

New Hope Baptist Church & Love INC are sponsoring their 7th Annual Coat give-Away on Saturday, November 21, from noon to 4pm at the church.

11/21/2009 Talent Show at Miller South School for the Visual & Performing Arts

Students from Miller South School for the Visual & Performing Arts will put their talents on display during a special Talent Show on Saturday, November 21, at 7 p.m.

11/21/2009 Warrren Miller's Dynasty Plus Northeast Ohio Skifest

Warren Miller's Dynasty Plus Northeast Ohio Skifest is coming to the Akron Civic Theatre on November 21st. at 8pm.

11/22/2009 University of Akron Jazz Ensemble

Jack Schantz and the University of Akron Jazz Ensemble will be performing at E.J. Thomas Hall (198 Hill St. in Akron) on November 22nd at 3pm.

11/25/2009 Under the Covers

Under the Covers opens November 25, 2009 and runs into 2010 at the Western Reserve Historical Society's University Circle Complex in Cleveland.

11/25/2009 Strikes For Hunger

Akron-native and nationally-known DJ, DJ Mr. King (Steve King) and The Takeover Productions along with Ren1010 Sports, will host the 2nd Annual Strikes For Hunger Charity Bowling Outing Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at AMF Riviera Lanes.

11/28/2009 The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is coming to the Akron Civic Theatre November 28th-December 6th.

12/3/2009 Light Up Downtown Canton

The Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce's 19th annual Light Up Downtown will have attractions, entertainment, refreshments and goody bags for the kids on Thursday, Dec. 3.

12/4/2009 Myers School of Art Holiday Sale

Shop for handcrafted gifts created by student artists during the 2009 Myers School of Art Holiday Sale on Friday, Dec. 4, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Folk Hall at The University of Akron.

12/4/2009 A Victorian Christmas

The Summit County Historical Society invites you to visit the historic Perkins family home, located at 465 South Portage Path in Akron, richly decorated in the Victorian style for this years theme The Day after Christmas.

12/4/2009 Malone University Christmas Concert

The Malone University Chorale, Womens Concert Choir, Symphonic Band, Chamber Choir, Liturgical dance team, orchestra, and tenor quartet known as Teneo will present All My Heart This Night Rejoices, a Christmas concert.

12/5/2009 Summit Juvenile Court Saturday Series

The third installment of the Summit County Juvenile Court’s Saturday Series will feature Andrea Denton, BSEd. Ms. Denton is the Co-facilitator of the Summit County Suicide Prevention Coalition of the Summit County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board.

12/7/2009 Angel Tree Ceremony

The Victim Assistance Program will hold the 15h Annual Angel Tree Ceremony and Homicide Memorial Service on Monday, December 7, 2009 from 6-7:15 p.m. The ceremony will be held in the Atrium of the Oliver Ocasek Building at 161 S. High Street in Akron.

12/9/2009 Canton Symphony Holiday Events

Some holiday events at the Canton Symphony include: Amahl and the Night Visitor Opera Concert- Wednesday, December 9th; 30th Annual Holiday Pops Concert- Saturday, December 12th; Canton Symphony Chorus Concert- Sunday, December 13th.

12/10/2009 Summit Lake Brief Advice & Counsel Clinic

Community Legal Aids Volunteer Legal Services Program will team up with local attorneys for the Summit Lake Brief Advice & Counsel Clinic on Thursday, December 10th. The clinic is held at OPEN M Ministries.

12/10/2009 Cool Yule

Join pianist Joe Augustine, trumpeter Jack Schantz, the UA Jazz Ensemble and other musicians from The University of Akron School of Music for a jazzy celebration of the holiday season on Thursday, Dec. 10, 7:30 at E.J. Thomas Hall.

12/11/2009 Hiram College's "Victorian Holiday"

Tickets are still available for Hiram Colleges Victorian Holiday with evening performances on Friday, December 11, and Saturday, December 12.

12/12/2009 Holiday Open House and Book Signing

Cascade Locks Park Association is celebrating this winter season with a Holiday Open House and Book Signing. Join CLPA at the Mustill Store on December 12th from 12:00pm 3:00pm.

12/13/2009 A Ceremony of Lessons and Carols

On December 13th A Ceremony of Lessons and Carols is coming to St. Sebastian Church.

12/14/2009 East Girls Basketball and ROTC Team Up for Good Cause

The East High School girls basketball team and the Marine ROTC are holding a special game to benefit Toys for Tots on Monday, December 14.

12/18/2009 It's a Wonderful Life at North High School Auditorium

Its a Wonderful Life, the musical, is playing at North High School Auditorium on Friday and Saturday, December 18th & 19th at 7:00p.m.

12/18/2009 The Hudson Players Present "It's a Wonderful Life- A Live Radio Play"

The Hudson Players 65th Anniversary season continues on Friday December 18th and Saturday December 19th with a special holiday production of Its a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play.

12/19/2009 Tallmadge FOP

The Tallmadge Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #111 is having a Fill-a-Cruiser event on Saturday, December 19th, 2009 from 9:00 AM until 2:00PM. All proceeds and donated items will go to the Tallmadge Good Neighbors organization.

12/20/2009 Arlington Memorial Baptist Church Concert

Arlington Memorial Baptist Church will be celebrating the Christmas Season with their annual Christmas Choral Concert on Sunday, December 20, at 6:00 p.m.

12/31/2009 Watch The Night Celebration

Come join in a watch night celebration of praise and thanksgiving for another year. Elder Aaron Williams Jr., guest; hear this anointed preacher and psalmist. Tower of Prayer Worship Center, 1334 Diagonal Rd., Akron.

RCRG Community Outreach

As part of our continued community outreach, RCRG works in partnership with various community groups to both raise funds and help operations of non-profit charitable groups and profile worthwhile community events. Among the initiatives for this quarter:

WAKR and RCRG COMMUNITY EVENTS

October 3 Cavaliers Wine & Gold, University of Akron. This annual event, sponsored by WAKR/WONE/WQMX/ANN at the University of Akron, is free and open to the public.

October 8 Young Graduates of Akron Dinner, Guy’s Party Center. About 100 people attend this special recognition event where a dozen Young Graduates of the Akron Public Schools were honored in front of their family members, peers, teachers, and school administration plus community members. WAKR is a sponsor of the program (one or two students from each of the area high schools are given help during their senior year. The program provides financial help so that students, who could not afford, can participate in Senior activities, prom, rings, etc.

October 17 American Heart Walk, University of Akron This annual event raised over $300,000 for the programs of the American Heart Association.

October 24 Love INC dinner, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. This first time event had over 300 community individuals attend and $17,500 was raised to provide services to needy individuals in the Akron area. WONE’s TK O’Grady was the emcee and auctioneer. WAKR/WONE/WQMX/ANN were media sponsors.

November 7 Docs Who Rock, for the United Way of Summit County, E.J. Thomas Hall. This annual event showcases about two dozen musical groups that have to include a doctor or two in the group. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit the United Way of Summit County. WONE’s TK O’Grady is one of the judges and WAKR News Anchor Marcy Pappafava contributes as a member of the board producing the event. WAKR/WONE/WQMX/ANN are media sponsors.

November 19 Goodwill Industries of Summit County-Vintage Styles, The Tangier. Over 300 people attend this annual event of food, auctions and a vintage clothing-style show with clothing from the Goodwill Industries stores. Twenty restaurants provided samples. Local executives and workers at the Goodwill stores modeled the one of a kind clothing. WQMX’s Scott Wynn & Sue Wilson served as emcees for the evening. WAKR/WONE/WQMX/ANN are media sponsors.

November 28 Akron Annual Welcome Santa Parade, Downtown Akron. With over 60 units and thousands of spectators, the annual Santa Parade took to the main street of Akron. Participating in the parade were on-air personalities of all three of the Rubber City Radio Group. Emcees for the parade and award ceremony were WONE’s Tim Daugherty & Christi Nichols. Media sponsors for the Parade and activities after were WAKR/WONE/WQMX/ANN.

Dec. 7-11 WAKR Share A Christmas Program for the Salvation Army of Summit County. The package for 2009 raised $10,000.This annual program raises money thru an on-air, morning show auction.

December 9 WAKR Senior Lunch, The Tangier. 250 senior citizens enjoyed a sit-down lunch, gifts from over 30 vendors, entertainment by the Friends In Harmony and door prizes. Event sponsored by 1590 WAKR.

December 18-31 Life Ride This annual program provides free cab rides for those who should not drive after holiday parties and celebrations. The rides are to the individual's home. Promotion is on-air, web and newspaper provided by sponsors and WAKR/WONE/WQMX/ANN.

WQMX MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER

October 10 WQMX personality Lynn Kelly hosted a benefit walk on behalf of programs in the Akron area providing services and support in the fight against breast cancer. On-air promos ran for 3 weeks, 8x per day = 168 and promotional support included a website presence for three weeks.

WQMX BOSOM BUDDIES

October 20 Dinner, auction and concert with artists Jake Owen & Josh Thompson in a benefit performance with concert tickets for $30 and $15 donations to benefit Akron General Muffin’s for Mammograms program, raising more than $40,00. On-air promos ran for 3 weeks, 8x per day = 168 and promotional support included a website presence for three weeks

WQMX TREE OF LIGHTS

December 3-5 Radiothon. Artists Luke Bryan & Justin Moore performed a benefit concert Monday, December 7^th as part of the Tree of Lights, as WQMX takes donations to light up bulbs on a tree on the front of our radio station building. Benefit concert tickets sold for $30 and $15 donations. More than $35,200 was raised to benefit homeless and other programs provided by Akron's Haven of Rest. On-air promos ran for 3 weeks, 8x per day = 168 and promotional support included a website presence for three weeks.

WQMX CHARITY CONCERT SERIES

December 18 Songwriters Showcase benefit concert; admission to concert with a new unwrapped toy value of $15. Toy donations benefited the Children Services Holiday Toy Room in partnership with Summit County Children's Services Board. On-air promos ran for 3 weeks, 8x per day for a total of 168 times. Promotion also included website presence for three weeks.

WONE Hog Report and Charity Listings

October 3 WONE Hog Report, Ride benefiting Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)

October 3 WONE Hog Report, Bike & Rod Run to benefit Josh Jones

October 3 WONE Hog Report, Goodwill Benefit Poker Run, Show and Games

October 3 WONE Hog Report, The Jeremy Shields charity ride and bike rodeo

October 3 WONE Hog Report, 2nd Annual Teddy Thunder Poker Run

October 4 WONE Hog Report, Ride for the Red Poker Run and Biketoberfest, a motorcycle ride benefiting the American Red Cross Stark County Regional Chapter.

October 4 WONE Hog Report, Tremont Pub Crawl/Poker Run Ride Benefits: Coats for Kids & Local Food Banks

October 16-11/26 Marc’s Feed the Children, purchased select, name brand products at Marc's and a portion of the sale price was donated to the Haven of Rest Ministries, providing a wide range of programs and services to help the less fortunate and homeless in Northeast Ohio. Over $12,000.00 was raised for the Haven of Rest this year.

October 21 Pet Lovers Blood Drive, WONE promoted the American Red Cross Pet Lover’s Blood Drive through PSA’s over a 3 day time period.

November, 2009

November 15 Humane Society of Summit County, Tim & Christi host telethon to raise money for the Summit County Humane Society. Helped raise thousands of dollars of much needed money for the shelter and animals. 1pm-4pm.

November 20 Cancer Survivors at Lake High School, TK O’Grady and Karen Wadsworth spoke to classes at Lake High School regarding cancer survival since both are cancer survivors. 9am-3pm

November 20 Love, Inc. Coat Drive for Summit County, WONE ran promotional PSA liners totally 50 over a 3 day time period, promoting the coat/cash drive.

December, 2009

Dec. 18-31 Life Ride, This annual program provides free rides for those who have partied a little
Too much during the holiday season. The rides are free and from bar/restaurant parties to the individuals home. Promotion is on-air, web and newspaper. The promotion is provided by sponsors and WAKR/WONE/WQMX/ANN.

10. General Health & Wellness

WAKR is an affiliate of the ABC News Radio network and occasional airs extended coverage of topical news and public affairs events. Air times and length varies.

Special news coverage this quarter included comprehensive coverage of the H1N1 Swine Flu virus, including full online clinic schedules and updates from the Summit, Akron and Barberton Health Departments.

WAKR partners with Akron General Medical Center for the “AGMC Good Health Hour” airing Saturdays 11:00am-12:00pm with topical news, interviews, and call-in advice on issues of general health. Each program contains a total of approximately 40 minutes of health-related content in six segment blocks.

WAKR Ray Horner Morning Show (each segment approximately 4:00 in length)

October 1^st, 2009

8:10am---Karen Jones, TOPS Organization: weight loss support group.

October 5^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Brian Rentschler, Summa Health System: vestibular testing lab.

October 6^th, 2009

8:50am---Dr. Charles Gerba, author: H1N1.

October 7^th, 2009

6:20am---Bob Ethington, Akron/Summit County Public Library: new book on Influenza.

7:20am and 7:40am---Diane Salisbury, Akron General: H1N1 virus.

8:40am and 8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: concussions.

October 8^th, 2009

8:10am, 8:20am, and 8:50am---Kathleen Considine, Akron Children’s Hospital: speech development.

October 12^th, 2009

6:20am---Heidi Eve-Cahoon, Summa Health System: breast cancer support staff.

8:10am, 8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Dr. Tim Brown, Akron General: flu shots.

October 14^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Kathy Lukity, Akron General: breast cancer awareness.

8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: H1N1 update.

October 16^th, 2009

7:40am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: H1N1 virus in sports.

October 19^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Rebecca Brown and Heidi Eve-Cahoon, Summa Health System: breast cancer awareness.

October 20^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gregg DeGiulio, Akron Children’s Hospital: flu season.

October 26^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Dr. Robert Flora, Summa Health System: Incontinence treatment.

9:10am-9:15am---Amanda Benedetti, Akron General: marijuana for medical use.

October 27^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Chris Partis, Akron Health Department: H1N1 vaccine update.

October 28^th, 2009

8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: head gear in soccer.

November 2^nd, 2009

6:20 & 6:40a Dr. Skip Radwany, Summa Health, on Palliative Care and how the science around pain and debilitating illness is changing.

8:40 Martha Hatcher, Ravenna resident and lung cancer survivor talks about Lung Cancer Awareness Month and current treatments

Friday, November 6, 2009

8:53a Dr. Debbie Plate, Akron General, on her participation in "Docs Who Rock" for the United Way and a preview of her Akron General Good Health program on eating disorders.

November 9^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Dr. Mary Jo Cleveland, Summa Health System: memory loss.

8:10am, 8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Dr. Tim Brown, Akron General: H1N1 vaccine.

9:35am—10:00am---Raising Twins: first person observations from new dad Ray Horner.

November 11^th, 2009

8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: spinal injuries.

November 12^th, 2009

8:10am, 8:20am, 8:40am, 8:50am---Dr. Norm Christopher, Akron Children’s Hospital: H1N1.

9:35am-10:00am---Mary Beth Husseini, Akron General: bullies.

November 16^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Dr. Nancy Istenes, Summa Health System: home care.

6:50am and 7:10am---Barb Scherer, Summa Health System: labor and delivery.

7:20am and 7:40am---Dr. Gary Riggs, Vet. On Your Pet: pets giving birth tips.

November 18^th, 2009

6:40am and 6:50am---Suzy Hughes, American Heart Association: vitamin D information.

7:20am and 7:40am---Kathy Lukity, Akron General: mammogram confusion.

8:10am, 8:20am, and 8:40am---Alexandra Vukoder and Erin Roberts, American Cancer Society: Great American Smokeout.

8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: spinal injuries.

November 19^th, 2009

8:10am, 8:20am and 8:40am---Dr. John Duby, Akron Children’s Hospital: child care.

9:10am-9:30am---Kathy Lukity, Akron General: mammogram study.

November 23^rd, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Linda Bierman, Summa Health System: adult day services.

November 25^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Jodi Warner, Akron General: hospice.

8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: concussions.

November 30^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Dr. John Kasper, Summa Health System: holiday depression.

December 2^nd, 2009

8:40am and 8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: concussions.

December 7^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Dr. Sarah Reimer, Summa Health System: rest for cancer patients.

December 9^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Chris McGowan, Akron General: holiday blues.

8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: muscle testing.

December 14^th, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Dr. Tom Bartsokus, Summa Health System: snow shoveling safety.

8:10am, 8:20am, 8:40am, and 8:50am---Dr. Tim Brown, Akron General: child medicine choices.

December 16^th, 2009

7:20am and 7:40am---Karen Child, Akron General: New Year’s resolutions.

9:35am-9:50am---Dr. Margo Erme, Akron Health Department: H1N1 vaccine recall.

December 21^st, 2009

6:20am and 6:40am---Christine Hines, Summa Health System: injury prevention.

December 23^rd, 2009

8:50am---Dr. Joe Congeni, Sports Medicine Center: foot injuries.

Community Profiles (airs Sunday 6:30am. Length 30:00)

Forum 360 (WONE 6:00am/WAKR 8:30am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

October 4, 2009 Mort Stein with James Porterfield, founder of Rehabilitative Health Centers of Akron on orthopedic rehabilitation and the treatment of and recovery from muscle aches and pains.

Center Talks (Akron Urban League; airs Sunday mornings 9:00am; program runs 30:00.)

Spectrum (WONE 6:30a.m/WAKR 6:00am Sundays; program runs 30:00)

October 18, 2009 Marcy Pappafava with Dr. Tim Brown, Director of Pharmacological Therapy for Akron General on the differences between seasonal flu and H1N1/Swine Flu and their respective vaccines.

December 6, 2009 Marcy Pappafava with a review of H1N1 programs with guests including Dr. Richard Besser, ABC News senior health and medical director.

12/20/09 Joe Jastrzemski with a timely program on teens dealing with depression. Dr. Steven Kosky and Dr. Laura Rocker are part of a roundtable discussion; a later interview with WAKR's Ray Horner and Dr. Chris McGowan of Akron General talking about holiday stress and depression among adults.

WAKR-WONE 60 Seconds & FYI (air in rotation seven days a week; program length :60)

10/1/09-12/31/09

Talk and Die Syndrome - Chris Keppler with more information on this syndrome often found in people with severe head injuries, where patients don't show symptoms immediately following the injuries but a CAT Scan can show deeper and more troubling damages.

Furniture and Kid Safety - each year children are taken to emergency rooms, often because furniture falls on them. Tina Kaufmann with a report on how child safety experts recommend anchoring particularly heavy items.

Eating Lean - Tina Kaufmann reports eating healthy on a lean budget starts with plenty of planning, and it doesn't take a lot of money to find good nutrition.

Tanning Safety - Lindsay McCoy reports that quick fix for the "perfect glow" isn't always a good idea, as overuse of tanning beds can often lead to severe skin damage and even fatal melanoma.

Sanitary Hand Washing - concerns over the spread of the H1N1 virus only highlight good personal hygiene practices, including proper hand washing that has been shown to be a major contributor to avoiding many viruses.