Emily Scharf

Editor & Journalist

United States

I lead content and communications that help communities understand what’s happening around them — from local government decisions to everyday stories that matter. As Editor-in-chief of two weeklies reaching more than 50,000 readers, I direct the editorial vision from concept to distribution, managing a group of writers and copy editors and collaborating with stakeholders across 16 communities.

Previous stint in nonprofit marketing and PR

Portfolio
Akron.com - Akron, OH
09/04/2025
Gorge Dam sediment removal underway - Akron.com

From left, Akron Mayor Shammas Malik, U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes and Cuyahoga Falls Mayor Don Walters celebrate the next phase of the Gorge Dam removal at Gorge Metro Park Aug. 28. Photo courtesy of the office of U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes Photo: Emily Scharf CUYAHOGA FALLS - City and government officials gathered Aug.

Akron.com - Akron, OH
03/12/2026
Summit County celebrates Women's History Month - Akron.com

Council hears update on expanded SNAP requirements DOWNTOWN AKRON - During March 9 committee meetings, Summit County Council heard a resolution that would declare the month of March 2026 as Women's History Month in Summit County, recognizing the women of the United States, the achievements they have made and the struggles they have faced and

Akron.com - Akron, OH
02/12/2026
Cuyahoga Falls to begin second phase of Mud Brook Trail - Akron.com

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Cuyahoga Falls City Council Feb. 9 approved a $3.3 million contract with Stow-based Vizmeg Landscape Inc. for the second phase of the Mud Brook Trail project. The project will largely be funded through the Mud Brook-Mill Pond Public Improvement Tax Increment Financing Fund (TIFF).

Akron.com - Akron, OH
12/04/2025
Falls to develop massive solar farm on landfill - Akron.com

CUYAHOGA FALLS - The City of Cuyahoga Falls will partner with the City of Akron to develop what will be the largest solar project on a landfill in the country, according to Cuyahoga Falls Mayor Don Walters. Council Nov.

Downtowncf
Be a Tourist in Your Hometown

THIS IS DTCF PROMO VIDEO Traveling has looked a bit different for everyone lately, but it's astonishing what you can find in your own hometown. Hinged on the scenic Cuyahoga River, the city of Cuyahoga Falls has much to offer both tourists and residents.

Cleverock
04/22/2014
Jonny Wickersham (Jonny Two Bags) Interview

It was a breezy Thursday night in Cleveland Heights as Jonny Two Bags (Jonny Wickersham) finished his set at the Grog Shop. Wickersham is the long-time guitarist of American punk band Social Distortion, and has recently released his debut solo album, 'Salvation Town.'