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.
Monday, 25 October 2021 07:51
Dr. Donald Dumford on Downtrend of Delta Cases, Mixing-and-Matching Vaccines
Written by Tony Mazur
As the colder weather approaches, many have wondered if COVID-19, or specifically the Delta variant, would make matters worse. However, trends of late have shown the opposite, with cases way down from where they were even a month ago. Has it made its way through the communities? Is it due…
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Friday, 22 October 2021 07:08
Student Athletes of the Week: Michele Hofacker & Dylan Wood
Written by Tony Mazur
For our Student Athlete of the Week program, we head to the west side of town and meet two students at Copley-Fairlawn High School. Michele Hofacker is currently the goalkeeper for our girls soccer team. She has registered 10 shutouts this year and if she has one more she will…
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Friday, 22 October 2021 06:49
This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro-10-22-21: Gadgetopia! Featured
Written by Jeanne Destro
Great things come in small packages in Akron, as hometown electronics firm, Tiny Circuits, introduces a new miniature gaming device called the "Thumby", along with a wearable to help kids stay fit, and pursue careers in healthcare. Find out more, with Tiny Circuits Founder and President, Ken Burns.
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Wednesday, 20 October 2021 08:57
Dr. Thomas File Shares Advice on COVID-19 Variants, Vaccines As Weather Cools Down
Written by Tony Mazur
As the weather begins its annual cooldown, it will cause more people to head back inside, whether at home or in some form of congregation. Even though there are vaccines and now boosters out there, one can never be too cautious when it comes to COVID-19, according to Dr. Thomas…
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Tuesday, 19 October 2021 08:04
Donna Skoda Discusses Possibility of Mixing and Matching Vaccines
Written by Tony Mazur
When the topic of vaccine boosters was brought up, the first question many asked was if they had Moderna for their first round, do they get a Moderna booster? Or could that individual take a Pfizer or Johnson & Johnson booster with no problem? Donna Skoda is the commissioner of…
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Monday, 18 October 2021 08:40
Summa Health Continues to Deal With Bed, Staff Shortages
Written by Tony Mazur
Much like every health system in the country, Summa Health is managing the trials and tribulations of shortages of ICUs, beds, and even staff. Dr. Cliff Deveny is the president and CEO of Summa Health System, and he joined the Ray Horner Morning Show to discuss these challenges his facilities…
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Friday, 15 October 2021 08:04
Akron-Canton Airport Celebrates 75 Years in Business
Written by Tony Mazur
A small airport on the border of Summit and Stark Counties has grown significantly over the years, and now they are celebrating their 75th anniversary. Ren Camacho is the president and CEO of the Akron-Canton Airport, and he joined the Ray Horner Morning Show to talk about hitting this milestone.…
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Friday, 15 October 2021 07:39
Student Athletes of the Week: Leah Cheatham & Marquez Rodgers
Written by Tony Mazur
For our Student Athlete of the Week program, we down Copley Road and meet with two seniors at Buchtel CLC. Leah Cheatham is a member of the volleyball team in the fall and the basketball team during the winter months. She is an ambassador and also the Class of 2022…
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Thursday, 14 October 2021 12:49
This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro: 10-15-21: Safer Flights & Healthier Gaming Featured
Written by Jeanne Destro
Students from all over the country will gather soon at Kent State University for their annual "Skyhack" event. They'll compete November 5-7, to win cash prizes for new and innovative ways to improve aviation. We'll also hear about a new study on Internet Gaming addiction, and talk to a couple…
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Thursday, 14 October 2021 08:00
Akron Mayor Looks at Near, Distant Future of Downtown Akron
Written by Tony Mazur
Akron mayor Dan Horrigan joins the Ray Horner Morning Show each Thursday at 7:10 to discuss the most pressing issues around the city. And while many conversations dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic, the mayor looked and the present and future development of Akron. First, Horrigan looked at the towpath development…
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Wednesday, 13 October 2021 07:47
Bullying Prevention Inside Akron Public Schools
Written by Tony Mazur
Bullying has been an issue in schools since in-person learning began, but due to social media, it has been exacerbated. Dan Rambler is with Akron Public Schools, and he joined the Ray Horner Morning Show to talk about how proactive APS is in trying to head off instances of bullying.…
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Tuesday, 12 October 2021 10:02
Dr. Aaron Lear Gives Background, Treatment for Torn Labrums
Written by Tony Mazur
During the game against the Houston Texans, quarterback Baker Mayfield suffered a torn labrum in his non-throwing shoulder. How bad is this injury? Does Mayfield need surgery? Can he still play with this? Dr. Aaron Lear is a family medicine doctor at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, and he joined the…
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Friday, 08 October 2021 08:29
This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro-10-8-21: Green Jobs Featured
Written by Jeanne Destro
Ohio workers stand to win big when thousands of new green energy jobs are created through the proposed federal infrastructure bill-if and when it gets passed by Congress. But how good will those jobs be? US Senator Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) and Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH -13) joined with labor leaders from…
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Friday, 08 October 2021 06:31
Student Athletes of the Week: Arianna Kaser & Brian Myers
Written by Tony Mazur
For our Student Athlete of the Week program, we jump across the border into Medina County and meet two Wadsworth Grizzlies. Arianna Kaser finished the year with an average of 41 in 9-hole matches and broke 80 in two 18-hole tournaments. She will earn her 4th Varsity letter winner this…
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