We explore the power of community connection through Boardman Neighbors, a new magazine helping Boardman residents rediscover their neighborhood one family at a time. Publisher Taryn Sallie shares her entrepreneurial journey and her mission to rebuild local connections.

• Boardman Neighbors magazine features a different local family on each monthly cover
• Unlike other publications, the magazine is delivered directly to residents' doorsteps without subscription
• Readers have responded enthusiastically, requesting even more local content
• The magazine includes "expert contributor" sections where local businesses share valuable knowledge
• Taryn's entrepreneurial spirit was inspired by her great-grandmother who owned a beauty salon
• The publication serves as a platform for local businesses to connect with community members
• Taryn's contact information: 330-333-8227 or tsallie@bestversionmedia.com

Jennifer Frank, creator of the Every Body Fashion Show, shares her journey from fashion-loving Italian girl to New York City professional and finally to passionate mentor of fashion students.

• Started the Every Body Fashion Show in 2013 in memory of student Danielle Peters who passed away from complications of bulimia
• Models of all shapes, sizes, and ages (from 6 months to 74 years old) walk the runway
• Fashion has psychological impact, giving people opportunity to "sparkle" and feel confident
• Show planning requires thousands of hours of preparation and coordination
• The fashion industry now focuses more on social media influencers than traditional magazines
• Understanding your body type helps you adapt fashion trends to what works for you
• Mentoring students is Jennifer's greatest joy and success

The Every Body Fashion Show will be held May 7th at Eastwood Event Center, doors open at 5:30pm, show starts at 6:30pm. Free admission. Anyone interested in modeling should email Jennifer at jmfrank@ysu.edu right away.

Susan Sutton transforms the landscape for teen mothers through The Ember Project, an organization dedicated to empowering young mothers to pursue education and career goals despite early parenthood. Drawing from her personal experience as a teen mom who faced discouragement and stigma, Susan has created a mentorship program that helps young women maintain their ambitions while navigating the challenges of early motherhood.

• The Ember Project stands for Early Mothers Becoming Empowered and Resilient
• Less than 50% of teen mothers obtain high school diplomas by age 20
• Even at age 40, women who had children before 20 earn 30% less than those who waited until after 25
• The program offers tutoring, test preparation, college application assistance, resume writing, and job coaching
• Teen mothers are matched with successful mentors who were also teen mothers
• The project focuses on the mothers rather than just providing for their children
• Society often labels teen mothers as "lost causes" when they actually need support to reach their potential
• Success is measured through diplomas, degrees, and "moms with direction"
• The cycle of teen pregnancy often continues through generations without intervention
• Susan's journey to founding the organization came after recognizing the limited legacy she was leaving

Visit theemberproject.org or find us on social media to learn more about volunteering or applying for the program.