Danette Lewis was on her way to the Highland Theater for a movie with her grandchildren. She spoke with me about her changes she'd like to see in Akron as well as why she moved to Ohio. 


Photography by Dale Dong

Stories of Akron: Danette Lewis

Donald Lomax was reading a book at Angel Falls Coffee Company in Highland Square when he spoke to us about his Akron memories. In addition, Lomax is the Chief Deputy Clerk at the Summit County Juvenile Court and shed light on the things he would change in regards to youth and violence in Akron. 

Stories of Akron: Donald Lomax

Stories of Akron: Eric Jones

Stories of Akron: Jim King

Stories of Akron: Riley and Dawn

During the month of February, we asked our AmeriCorps Alums why they love service. Local alum, Jessica, (2013 FEMA Corps), shares her response. 

Narrating AmeriCorps: Immersing yourself in service

During the month of February, we asked our Austin AmeriCorps Alums why they love service. Meghan, (AmeriCorps National 2009-2010), and Brittany, (AmeriCorps Vista, 2011-2012)discuss what service means to them and to their communities. 

Narrating AmeriCorps: Forming Relationships

Austin Grady, NCCC North Central Region 2013, talks about moving to Austin and how service changed him. 

Narrating AmeriCorps: Fostering Community

Natasha Al-Rafie, AmeriCorps NCCC 2013-2014, shares her thoughts on how service has changed her or created a new beginning. 

Narrating AmeriCorps: What's your impact?

Becca Popken, AmeriCorps Vista 2013-2014, shares her thoughts on how service has changed her or created a new beginning.

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