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Emilia Strong Sykes addresses Medicare anniversary and responds to local controversies

By Akron Reporter | Jul 31, 2025

U.S. Representative Emilia Strong Sykes used her official account on July 30-31, 2025 to discuss Medicare's anniversary and respond to recent political disputes affecting Akron and Canton.

Emilia Strong Sykes addresses trade policy and criticizes Vice President Vance on social media

By Akron Reporter | Jul 31, 2025

U.S. Representative Emilia Strong Sykes posted several updates on July 31, 2025 about congressional decisions impacting Ohioans and ongoing trade policy discussions.

Emilia Strong Sykes highlights constituent services and critiques GOP tax policies

By Akron Reporter | Jul 30, 2025

U.S. Congresswoman Emilia Strong Sykes used Twitter between July 29-30 to announce local constituent outreach efforts and criticize recent Republican-backed tax proposals affecting car interest deductions and Social Security taxes

FOIA request sent to Summit County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By Akron Reporter | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Summit County Sheriff's Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

Increasing number of Summit County professional licenses issued in week ending June 7

By S. R. Reid | Jul 28, 2025

There were 40 professional licenses issued in Summit County in the week ending June 7, 2025 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.

Akron considered 169th happiest place to live in America in 2025

By D. R. Colvin | Jul 28, 2025

WalletHub ranked Akron as the 169th happiest city in America, based on factors like life satisfaction, job security, and physical health.

Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes criticizes Republican reconciliation bill’s effects on Ohio

By Akron Reporter | Jul 28, 2025

U.S. Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes shared a series of posts on July 28 outlining her opposition to a newly enacted Republican reconciliation bill affecting healthcare and social programs in Ohio's 13th district.

There are 28 professional licenses expiring in Summit County in week ending Aug. 2

By K. C. Cummings | Jul 26, 2025

There are 28 professional licenses expiring in Summit County in the week ending Aug. 2 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.

Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes addresses officer death and school funding release

By Akron Reporter | Jul 26, 2025

Congresswoman Emilia Strong Sykes posted about community loss following Officer Phillip Wagner's death and celebrated key policy actions such as released federal school funds for Ohio’s District #OH13 and the USPS anniversary on July 25-26, 2025.

78 professional licenses expiring in Summit County during August

By F. T. Forsythe | Jul 24, 2025

There are 78 professional licenses expiring in Summit County during August in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.

Emilia Strong Sykes addresses education funding freeze and local journalism recognition

By Akron Reporter | Jul 24, 2025

U.S. Representative Emilia Strong Sykes posted on July 24 about federal education funding being withheld from her district, honored local journalists from the Canton Repository for their achievements, and responded to a violent incident involving...

Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes shares updates on constituent outreach and legislative efforts

By Akron Reporter | Jul 23, 2025

Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes posted updates between July 22-23, covering constituent outreach events and legislative initiatives such as securing a unique zip code for Green, Ohio.

Emilia Strong Sykes addresses local infrastructure and community issues in recent tweets

By Akron Reporter | Jul 22, 2025

U.S. Congresswoman Emilia Strong Sykes used her Twitter account in July 2025 to discuss Disability Pride Month, airport infrastructure concerns at CAK Airport, and postal issues affecting the City of Green.

14.3% more Summit County professional licenses issued in week ending May 31 compared to previous week

By S. R. Reid | Jul 21, 2025

There were 32 professional licenses issued in Summit County in the week ending May 31, 2025 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.

There are 12 professional licenses expiring in Summit County in week ending July 26

By K. C. Cummings | Jul 19, 2025

There are 12 professional licenses expiring in Summit County in the week ending July 26 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.

Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes criticizes GOP proposals on taxes and rail safety

By Akron Reporter | Jul 18, 2025

Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes posted several statements between July 16-18, 2025 addressing recent GOP tax proposals, rail safety concerns following the East Palestine derailment, and efforts to protect public broadcasting.

Emilia Strong Sykes addresses Social Security issues and local advocacy in recent posts

By Akron Reporter | Jul 16, 2025

U.S. Representative Emilia Strong Sykes shared updates between July 15-16, addressing Social Security Fairness Act concerns and discussing legislative priorities including support for regional infrastructure.

Emilia Strong Sykes addresses health care bill and invites constituents to community call

By Akron Reporter | Jul 15, 2025

U.S. Representative Emilia Strong Sykes posted a series of updates on July 14-15, addressing concerns over proposed healthcare cuts linked to new legislation and inviting Ohio's District #13 residents to join a virtual town hall about pending...

Summit County in Ohio sees 33.3% decrease in number of professional licenses issued in week ending May 24

By S. R. Reid | Jul 14, 2025

There were 28 professional licenses issued in Summit County in the week ending May 24, 2025 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.

There are 15 professional licenses that will lapse in Summit County in week ending July 19

By K. C. Cummings | Jul 12, 2025

There are 15 professional licenses expiring in Summit County in the week ending July 19 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.

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