Anna Huntsman
@annahuntsman.bsky.social
Akron/Canton reporter, Ideastream Public Media. Kent State alum. Black cat mom. Professionally nerdy & nosy. 🎙☕📚
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Anna Huntsman
@annahuntsman.bsky.social
· Jan 21
Hello! I’m a reporter for Ideastream Public Media, Northeast Ohio’s NPR/PBS member station. I’m based in Akron and most of my coverage focuses on Akron and Canton. I’ll use this platform to share my reporting, connect with listeners & post occasional random thoughts/jokes/puns. Let’s connect!
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“We have to do something to mitigate harm in every instance, not only with the 3,000 people facing eviction each year, but to make the best use of the limited resources we that we have available to try to stop these things."
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By @annahuntsman.bsky.social #housing+
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Akron to start right to counsel program, offering free legal help for people facing eviction
The program will use $750,000 in funding from the American Rescue Plan Act to give legal assistance to individuals that meet certain poverty level requirements.
www.wyso.org
June 25, 2025 at 7:38 PM
“We have to do something to mitigate harm in every instance, not only with the 3,000 people facing eviction each year, but to make the best use of the limited resources we that we have available to try to stop these things."
www.wyso.org/2025-06-23/a...
By @annahuntsman.bsky.social #housing+
www.wyso.org/2025-06-23/a...
By @annahuntsman.bsky.social #housing+
Honored to share the story of Florence, a deaf immigrant who recently became a U.S. citizen despite no sign language interpreters at her test or oath ceremony. Through my reporting, I discovered that this isn't uncommon. Read/listen here!
'Journey is not yet over': Wooster woman shares barriers deaf immigrants face in citizenship process
A Wooster woman recently became a U.S. citizen despite not having an American Sign Language interpreter at her test interview or naturalization ceremony.
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March 4, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Honored to share the story of Florence, a deaf immigrant who recently became a U.S. citizen despite no sign language interpreters at her test or oath ceremony. Through my reporting, I discovered that this isn't uncommon. Read/listen here!
Despite this neighborhood's unique history, it was long forgotten.
'It was the best life.' Unearthing a forgotten piece of Black history in an Akron park
In the late 1940s, when housing discrimination was common, what is now Cascade Valley Metro Park included a neighborhood where African Americans could buy a home.
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February 11, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Despite this neighborhood's unique history, it was long forgotten.
Last night, I covered Wayne County's Point-in-Time Count, an annual head count of individuals experiencing homelessness. I heard from folks who are struggling to find affordable housing - and landlords who'll accept them. Learn more: www.ideastream.org/community/20...
Rural homelessness is rising in Ohio. In Wayne County, advocates point to lack of affordable housing
In January, volunteers and outreach groups across the country are conducting the annual Point-In-Time Count, a federally mandated survey of individuals experiencing homelessness.
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January 29, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Last night, I covered Wayne County's Point-in-Time Count, an annual head count of individuals experiencing homelessness. I heard from folks who are struggling to find affordable housing - and landlords who'll accept them. Learn more: www.ideastream.org/community/20...
Just like humans, companion animals can suffer severe health issues and even death if they can’t find sufficient shelter outside in these frigid temps, experts say. Here's how you can help -
How to help Northeast Ohio's furry friends when it's frigid
Just like humans, animals can suffer hypothermia and frostbite during freezing temperatures. Animal advocates are sharing tips for helping strays and outdoor animals during this week's cold snap.
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January 21, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Just like humans, companion animals can suffer severe health issues and even death if they can’t find sufficient shelter outside in these frigid temps, experts say. Here's how you can help -
Hello! I’m a reporter for Ideastream Public Media, Northeast Ohio’s NPR/PBS member station. I’m based in Akron and most of my coverage focuses on Akron and Canton. I’ll use this platform to share my reporting, connect with listeners & post occasional random thoughts/jokes/puns. Let’s connect!
January 21, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Hello! I’m a reporter for Ideastream Public Media, Northeast Ohio’s NPR/PBS member station. I’m based in Akron and most of my coverage focuses on Akron and Canton. I’ll use this platform to share my reporting, connect with listeners & post occasional random thoughts/jokes/puns. Let’s connect!