LOCAL PRODUCTION
Fridays at 8:30 PM beginning Aug. 30
Experience an inviting city with a vibrant future
Cuyahoga Falls guests include Patty Guinto, children’s librarian at Cuyahoga Falls Library; Abishak Gajmer, a visionary Cuyahoga Falls High School alumnus; Jason Pullin, recreation program manager; Sunny Park, motivational speaker; Jodie Oates-Owen, co-owner of the Jenks Building; and Kay Phelps, owner of Up Front Art Space.
PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1 / (WEAO 49.1)
Friday, Aug. 30, at 8:30 PM
Saturday, Aug. 31, at 1:30 AM and 6 PM
Fusion (WNEO 45.2 / (WEAO 49.2)
Thursday, Sept. 5, at 7 PM
EDUCATOR
Patty Guinto
At Cuyahoga Falls Library, librarian Patty Guinto is integrating foreign language books into the children's section.
VISIONARY
Abishak Gajmer
Abishak Gajmer is a recent Cuyahoga Falls High School alumnus who organized the school’s first culture fair. The fair gave people the chance to showcase their heritage and educate others about their culture.
REVITALIZER
Jason Pullin
Jason Pullin, recreation program manager for the city of Cuyahoga Falls, was integral in the process of stocking the Cuyahoga River with trout for recreational fishing and educational opportunities.
ARTIST
Kay Phelps
Kay Phelps is the owner of Up Front Art Space, which offers custom framing and photo restoration and recovery services.
HUMANITARIAN
Sunny Park
Sunny Park is a motivational speaker who focuses on topics of diversity, inclusion and anti-racism.
BUSINESS LEADER
Jodie Oates-Owen
Jodie Oates-Owen is a co-owner of the Jenks, a general store that doubles as a creative hub for upcycled arts and retail. She aims for members of the community to connect and find something they are passionate about at the Jenks.
Cuyahoga Falls is a city in Summit County, OH. The second-largest city in Summit County, it is located directly north of Akron and is a suburb of the Akron metropolitan area. The city was founded in 1812 by William Wetmore and was originally named Manchester, but renamed for the Cuyahoga River and the series of waterfalls that run along the southern boundary of the city. — Wikipedia
Founded in 1812
Incorporated: 1836
Population: 51,114 (2020)
Mayor: Don Walters
NOSH Butters, two outdoor recreational areas and the Main Street Saloon are featured.
Visit Ethicrace, DiCarlo’s Pizza, videographer Vanessa Michelle and artist Chuck Ayers.
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Stops include ZaBre Inspire, Flashes of Life Photography, Ruff Guide Maps and Galenas.
Visit The O’Neil House, Keyser-Swain Farmhouse, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and more.
A Northeast Ohio company has patented a new way of harnessing energy.
Visit Jenks Building, Falls Outdoor Company, Coral Reefs Marine Fish and Bereka Coffee.
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