PBS Western Reserve presents a collection of stories that are singularly focused on the region that we all call home. Explore the people, places, history and events that make Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania so special.
About Our Region — March 2025
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City Centric, Sharon
PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):
Saturday, March 1, at 6:30 PM
Sharon-centric guests are Molly Bundrant, president of Sharon City Council; Michael Kotyk, a member of Sharon’s Recreation Commission and the Mercer County Trails Association; Taylor Galaska, president of Sharon Historical Society; Jim Landino and Jen Krezeczowski, owners of JCL Development; Alane Jewel, artist and owner of A2B; and Tom Roberts, founding president and executive director at HopeCAT.
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Forum 360
PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):
First Monday of every month at 5 PM and 5:30 PM
Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2):
Mondays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays at 5 PM
This public affairs series provides a local viewpoint on global topics. Subjects covered are both educational and entertaining, and are hosted by a Northeast Ohio community member who assists in determining the show’s content.
A PBS Western Reserve Production
Around Akron with Blue Green
PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):
Thursday, March 13, at 5 PM
Sunday, March 23, at 5:30 PM
Monday, March 24, at 12:30 AM
Friday, March 28, at 8:30 PM
Saturday, March 29, at 1:30 AM & 6:30 PM
Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2):
Saturday, March 22, at 2:30 PM
Sunday, March 23, at 7:30 PM
Monday, March 24, at 9:30 PM
Friday, March 28, at 10:30 PM
Tuesday, April 1, at 10:30 PM
This monthly half-hour shines a spotlight on all of the good things that Akron has to offer. Each show consists of four stories, including segments on dining, arts and culture, history, business, and movers and shakers.
resented by PBS Western Reserve and The Summit FM
Studio C Sessions
PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1):
Saturday, March 29, at 10:30 PM
Sunday, March 30, at 2:30 AM
Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2):
Sundays at 8 PM
Enjoy live performances that capture artists and audiences connecting in the closest of confines. To experience these unique concerts live, you have to be a member of The Summit FM, a public radio station serving Akron, Canton and Youngstown. This series allows you to watch these intimate music moments on PBS Western Reserve.
Presented by PBS Western Reserve, Ideastream Public Media and the
University of Akron’s Media Studies program
Akron Roundtable
Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2):
Thursday, Feb. 27, at 6 PM
Since 1976, the Akron Roundtable has brought new ideas to Akron. Now, PBS Western Reserve, Ideastream Public Media and the University of Akron’s Media Studies program are partnering with the Akron Roundtable to bring those ideas to our region at large. The Akron Roundtable’s signature series delivers thought-provoking presentations on a wide range of topics from speakers of global, national and regional importance.
Nick Cave, Summit Lake: Heard
Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / WEAO 49.2):
Saturday, March 30, at 7:30 PM
The production “Heard” by internationally renowned artist Nick Cave featured performers wearing Cave’s colorful horse-shaped raffia “soundsuits.” When it came to Akron, Ohio, it included a performance at a nearby inner-city community center, where residents were part of the performance. The project coincided with redevelopment efforts in the community orchestrated by the residents themselves.