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Week of Sept. 11: Ryan Weiss

Ryan Weiss, who lives in Green, is the owner, artist and designer of Rockeverywear Apparel, a local fashion truck based around supporting Akron. He is also a photographer at Map This Moment. Ryan is taking over Summit Peeks to showcase a behind-the-scenes look at Rockeverywear. When asked what his favorite thing about Akron is, Ryan… Continue reading Week of Sept. 11: Ryan Weiss

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Week of Sept. 4: Marissa McClellan

Marissa McClellan is the assistant director of Art Bomb Brigade and director of education for Crafty Mart. She’s taking over this week because “Akron rules. So anytime someone is asking me to shine a light on all the awesome we have in our little big city, I take the opportunity!” Marissa was born and raised… Continue reading Week of Sept. 4: Marissa McClellan

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Week of Aug. 28: Lindsay Ridinger and Summit Education Initiative

Lindsay Ridinger is the manager of communications and marketing for Summit Education Initiative (SEI). You might remember Lindsay from a takeover earlier this year. However, this week, she’ll be sharing more of her perspective from SEI. Lindsay wants to “highlight the positive programs and organizations working within the education world in Summit County/Greater Akron… and… Continue reading Week of Aug. 28: Lindsay Ridinger and Summit Education Initiative

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Week of August 21: Kevin Lockett

Kevin Lockett is taking over Twitter this week! He lives in Firestone Park and is the Content Creator/Podcaster at Lockett Media. Kevin was born and raised in Akron, from kindergarten to The University of Akron. He says, “The town can frustrate me sometimes, but it’s home.” Kevin’s favorite thing about Akron is Lock 3: “Outside… Continue reading Week of August 21: Kevin Lockett

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Week of August 14: Edie Steiner

Edie Steiner is back! She took over Summit Peeks last summer, and I’m thrilled she’s taking over for another round. Edie lives on Auld Farm and works for Akron Public Schools and Baldwin Wallace University. She loves sharing the history of Mutton Hill with Akron. Edie says, “The fact that sheep lived in Akron is… Continue reading Week of August 14: Edie Steiner