Ray Horner Morning Show
Ray has been the WAKR Morning host for since 2000 after a successful career in the Erie , Pennsylvania market as a Host and Operation Manager for WAKR/ WZPR / WMDE radio in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Ray won the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Sportscaster of the year two times and is currently the play-by-play voice of Hiram College Athletics. Ray has been involved in Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Akron Children's Concert Society, Akron Public Schools, and The Embrace Care Clinic. Ray loves baseball, outdoor activities and spending time with his four children, Elizabeth, Rocco, Ava and Gia. Ray, his wife, Melissa and the children live in Wadsworth, Ohio.
Wednesday, 29 November 2023 07:17
Hoban Knights Will Take on Massillon Tigers in State Championship
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The Archbishop Hoban Knights are going for another football state title! They'll play the Massillon Tigers at the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium Thursday night. Coach Tim Tyrell of the Hoban Knights joined the Ray Horner Morning Show to talk about the matchup.
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Tim Stried, Director of Media Relations with OHSAA, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. The Football State Championships kick off Thursday at the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton. Tim talked about the teams, matchups, and keeping the playoffs in Canton.
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Monday, 27 November 2023 08:16
Santa Claus Express Toy Drive is This Weekend!
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Jerry Hissem, Chief Pilot Goodyear Airship, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. Goodyear is partnering with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve for the annual Santa Claus Express Toy Drive. The event is this weekend, Dec. 1-3, from 2-7 p.m. at the Wingfoot Lake blimp hangar. Jerry discussed the event, talked about…
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Cassandra Holtzmann, Executive Director of Summit County Children Services, and Tracy Mayfield, Department Director, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. November is National Adoption Month. They discussed adopting, fostering, and more. For more information about adopting or fostering, go to https://www.summitkids.org/.
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People are hitting the roads and holiday travel numbers are expected to hit pre-pandemic numbers. Regional President of AAA, Kevin Thomas, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. He said that Wednesday is going to be the busiest travel day ahead of Thanksgiving. Kevin provided some tips about when to head…
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Monday, 20 November 2023 08:20
Traffic Signal Patented by Cleveland Inventor 100 Years Ago
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Becky Oakes from the US Patent and Trademark Office joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. Nov. 20th. 1923, Cleveland inventor, Garrett Morgan, received a patent for the traffic signal. Becky talked about the original traffic signal, how it developed into the traffic light, the tie to Cleveland, and more.
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Saturday, 18 November 2023 13:51
Cameras, and Drones, and Tractors, Oh My!: America's High Tech Farmers Featured
Written by Jeanne Destro
Just days away from our annual Thanksgiving food extravaganza; "This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro” is focusing on new technology America’s farmers are using to ensure we have plenty of food on the table. From cameras, drones, and autonomous tractors, to Artificial Intelligence and solar panels; farm operations are…
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In this week's episode of Film School, Joe Fortunato takes us back to 1978 and discusses the war-action film, The Deer Hunter.
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Golf Pro, Dan Dauk, joins Ray every Friday with tips and info for golfers. With Holiday shopping right around the corner, Dan talked about getting the right shafts, good shoe options, and more!
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Friday, 17 November 2023 07:44
Famous Drum of John Adams on Display at Baseball Hall of Fame
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Curtis Danburg, Vice President, Communications and Community Impact with the Cleveland Guardians, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. The famous drum belonging to longtime drummer, John Adams, is now being displayed at the Baseball Hall of Fame. Curtis talked about lending the drum to the Hall of Fame while the…
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Friday, 17 November 2023 07:07
Navigating Conflict & De-Escalation in Schools
Written by Steffany Murdock
Dr. Erich Merkle, Psychologist with Akron Public Schools Department of Student Studies, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. Dr. Merkle talked about de-escalation in the schools as well as counseling and training with students, staff, and teachers.
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Thursday, 16 November 2023 08:29
Browns Season Going Forward Without Deshaun Watson
Written by Steffany Murdock
Sports Columnist Brian Dulik joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. The Browns announced that Deshaun Watson has suffered a season ending injury. Dulik talked about the season without Deshaun. They also took a look at the Cavaliers.
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Haven of Rest Ministries has been helping those in need in Akron since 1943. The holiday season and winter months can be especially challenging for those struggling and the Haven of Rest is very busy helping provide shelter, meals, and more. Reverend Jeff Kaiser joined the Ray Horner Morning Show…
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Friday, 17 November 2023 05:00
Student Athletes of the Week: Laylani Oquendo & Mikle Hall
Written by Steffany Murdock
The Student Athlete of the Week segment is powered by NECA-IBEW and Akron Children’s Hospital.This week's athletes are from East CLC. Laylani Oquendo is a sophomore at East CLC. She's an excellent athlete on the volleyball team and has been named 1st Team All City. Laylani is also a dedicated…
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