VOG78-Energy Deals, Amy Acton Mom Video, and County Politics - Voice of Geauga

In this episode of Voice of Geauga, host Jonathan Broadbent sits down with Frank Cavanaugh and Skip Claypool to dissect three hot‑button issues shaking Geauga County. First, they confront a controversial video allegedly featuring Donna Arthur, the mother of former health director Amy Acton, in which she accuses her daughter of lying about her past. Broadbent urges listeners to verify the clip’s authenticity while Cavanaugh warns that the timing feels politically charged. Next, the trio turns a spotlight on the county’s energy contracts. They expose how County Commissioner Carolyn Brakey’s husband runs an energy‑brokering firm that sells bulk electricity to Geauga, raising red‑flag questions about potential conflicts of interest as data‑center developers flood the region with massive power demands. Cavanaugh and Claypool argue that transparency is essential, especially when Brakey’s law practice also handles energy‑related matters. Finally, the conversation shifts to the upcoming local elections. Broadbent, Cavanaugh, and Claypool rally support for conservative candidates—including Steve Dimitriou, Heidi Workman, and Bernie Marino—while warning that unchecked Democratic advances could jeopardize the county’s fiscal and cultural direction. They preview a “red‑wave” lunch in Portage County, detail plans to livestream the event, and call on listeners to stay vigilant, attend meetings, and demand open records. The episode ends with a rallying cry for community engagement, urging Geauga residents to keep a watchful eye on their government and to back candidates who promise accountability and fiscal responsibility.

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