Every month, Ray talks with a Cleveland Clinic Akron General about what they're doing to help throughout the community, medical issues, and more. Dr. Jacqueline Zuponcic, Obstetrics and Gynecology with Cleveland Clinic Akron General, joined Ray this month. She dove into menopause; what it is, when it happens, effects on the body, and more.

Dr. Michael Robinson, Superintendent of Akron Public Schools, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. He talked about the district's financial crisis, cutting costs, and the proposed levy.

Akron Mayor Shammis Malik, and Acting Police Chief Brian Harding are asking citizens for tips to help them find out who is behind the distribution of a racist flyer that includes contact information for a  Ku Klux Klan group based in Kentucky.

The flyer, which a city resident found on their doorstep, includes racist caricatures of Black people and the text, “Arm Yourselves WHITE People!!” 

In response, Malik and Harding released this joint statement: 

"“We want to be extremely clear: Racism and hate have no place in our community, and we find the flyer to be disgusting and offensive. We’re aware that these flyers have been placed in other Northeast Ohio communities and we are talking with other cities to gather further information. We encourage anyone with knowledge of these flyers or who has received one themselves to please contact the police department. This vile flyer does not represent the and welcoming city that we call home, and we stand firmly against those who would deliver this type of material to our residents.”

In addition, they advise that If you have received a flyer or have information about these flyers, to please call the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip.

You can also provide anonymous information to any of the following:

• The Summit County Crimestoppers, call 330-434-COPS
• Text TIPSCO with your tips to 27463
• Download the Akron PD app and submit information by texting Tips411, or by accessing the link on the Akron police website, www.AkronCops.org.

University of Akron Trustees today named Robert "R.J." Nemer, as their new President, and at the same time announced the retirement of current U-A President, Gary Miller, who has been with the University since 2019.

Nemer's appointment is effective immediately, and Miller will remain as a special consultant to the president to provide transition support through his official retirement.

A search will be conducted for the new dean of the College of Business.

Nemer, who received both his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, and his J.D. in Law from the University of Akron, has been serving as the dean of UA's School of Business for the past two years. 

Nemer previously worked as an attorney, and founded a profesional golf agency in 1998, which he sold to William Morris Endeavor/IMG in 2015.

In a statement released today, University Trustees say they have tasked President Nemer with "leading the University in its next steps toward a more sustainable future, focusing on a return to solid financial footing."

They also thanked Miller for his contributions. “Under the guidance of President Miller, The University of Akron has taken meaningful, tangible steps to address serious challenges presented by a rapidly changing higher education environment and the global pandemic,” said Lewis Adkins, UA Board chair. “His leadership in tackling significant financial issues, while reinvigorating relationships with the local Akron community as well as within the University community, has been critical to the progress made during his tenure."

In addition, Miller stated: "“I want to thank the Board, staff, faculty and most of all our inspiring students for giving me the opportunity to create a bright future for this fine University,” said Miller in a statement. “As I enter the next chapter of my life, I have full confidence that President Nemer will continue the good work we have done to create an exciting future for our students and our campus. His skills as an entrepreneur, business leader and innovator will serve this University well as we continue to seek creative ways to stay ahead in a challenging marketplace."