2 Ohio cities rank among America's best small cities
Maya Thompson
Maya Thompson
Bureau Chief · Akron, OH
Maya graduated from Kent State University with a degree in Journalism and has spent the last 15 years covering local news in Northeast Ohio. Formerly the editor at the Akron Beacon Journal, she has a knack for unearthing compelling community stories that resonate deeply with readers.
More from Maya →Bureau Chief · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 10:53 AM · 1 min read
Two Ohio communities are getting national recognition as some of the best small cities in America.