🌱 City's New Innovation And Technology Officer + Bus Grants

Good day, neighbors! Danielle Fallon here with today's issue of the Cleveland Daily.

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First, today's weather:

A p.m. rain or snow shower. High: 41 Low: 25.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cleveland:

1. Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb announced his decision to appoint Froilan Roy C. Fernando as chief innovation and technology officer with the city. Fernando will manage the development and execution of the city's technology with an expressed goal of improving the user experience for both employees and residents. His appointment is part of Mayor Bibb's focus on modernizing City Hall and city services. (cleveland.com)
2. The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority has been awarded $4 million in Federal Transit Administration grants. The funds will be used to improve bus services for Cleveland area residents. Hayden bus maintenance facility will also be upgraded with the funds. (cleveland.com)
3. A jury has found Tiffany Gardner, 40, guilty of murdering an elderly Navy veteran in an East Cleveland Auto Zone. The incident occurred on Apr. 14, 2021, in the 15000 block of Euclid Avenue. Gardener is now awaiting her sentencing on Mar. 31. (Cleveland 19 News)

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Today in Cleveland:

• GED/HSE Class At The Garfield Heights Branch Library (9:00 AM)
• Pre-school Storytime (Ages 3-5) At Cleveland Public Library Main Branch (10:30 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Cleveland 2020 exhibit captures the pulse of our community thru the lens of a camera. Click to see some of the photos. (Twitter)
• Are you searching for ways to support Ukraine during the Russian invasion? Global Cleveland has created a web page with ways to support the European country. Click to learn more. (Twitter)
• The Cleveland Police Department is hosting a Conditioning Camp on Mar. 12. Click for information on this fitness opportunity. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll see you soon!

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.