Marcus Vance

Rubber City, report.

Signs off withThat's the bounce. Vance out.

Homer ledgerAkron is 1-0 when picked

Rival across the desk

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Off the Court

Akron alumni, as Marcus Vance tells it on the shows. Each story was checked against its source.

Yvette Nicole BrownActress, Shirley on Community
Yvette Nicole Brown got her communication degree here in 1994, then played Shirley on Community. She also served on the SAG-AFTRA national board, so yes, Akron sends union people to Hollywood too.
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Mary E. GladwinRed Cross nurse, three wars
Mary Gladwin, class of 1887, served as a Red Cross nurse in three wars. Three. Keep that in mind next time somebody complains about a back-to-back.
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Ray C. BlissRepublican National Committee chair
Ray Bliss, class of 1935, went on to chair the Republican National Committee. Not our usual lineup on this segment, but the diploma says Akron, so he's on the list.
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Dan AuerbachBlack Keys guitarist and singer
The Black Keys are an Akron product. Dan Auerbach, guitar and vocals, attended the university before dropping out to chase the guitar full time. Loud, efficient, no wasted parts. Very Akron.
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