SitemapPBS Western Reserve will present CITY CENTRIC, a new series that focuses on individuals who reflect the fabric of their community. The six-episode weekly series will premiere on Sept. 1, at 8:30 p.m. on PBS Western Reserve (WNEO 45.1 / WEAO 49.1). Following its premiere, the series will also be available on demand via the PBS Western Reserve website, PBS app and YouTube.
Each episode offers a look at one city in our region, focusing on notable community members. Episodes air on Fridays at 8:30 p.m. as follows:
Sept. 1: Learn about a city with a rich history and a bright future in “Akron”
Sept. 8: Delight in a small town with a big heart in “Alliance”
Sept. 15: See a growing city as it maximizes its potential in “Canton”
Sept. 22: Visit a cozy college town with a storybook sensibility in “Kent”
Sept. 29: Gain insight into a city that runs on elbow grease in “Youngstown”
Oct. 6: Explore a close-knit community on the shores of the Shenango River in “Sharon”
“CITY CENTRIC is more than a new series for PBS Western Reserve,” said Ryan Donchess, program and production manager. “It’s a passion project for us that highlights the many great people in our vast viewing area who enthusiastically strive to make their communities better.”
Individuals spotlighted include Canton humanitarian Faith Barbato, who is motivated to serve those in need in her city; Youngstown’s Derrick McDowell, who beams as he describes his city’s potential; and Margo Summerville, the first African American female president of Akron City Council, who has dedicated her life to improving her community.
LIST OF THOSE BEING INTERVIEWED DURING THE YOUNGSTOWN SHOW ON SEPT. 29 Entertainer: Jackie Popovec, lead singer of the Vindys Politician: Samantha Turner, 3rd Ward city councilperson Humanitarian: Patricia Stokes, neighborhood steward for Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation.
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