🌱 Cleveland Cavaliers CEO Steps Down + Fill The Truck Shoe Drive

Welcome back, Cleveland! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in Cleveland.

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First, today's weather:

Cooler with a few showers. High: 47 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cleveland:

1. Len Komoroski, CEO of the Cleveland Cavaliers, has announced that he will be stepping down after this season. Komoroski has been in the Cavalier's front office since 2003 while being involved with Rock Entertainment Group. Despite stepping down from the basketball team, he will reportedly remain with the group. The team is currently the 7th seed in the Eastern Conference while working towards a spot in the NBA Play-In. (Cleveland 19 News)
2. The Cleveland Guardians have officially extended the contract of Emmanuel Clase. The 24-year-old pitcher will remain with the ball club for at least the next five years with options for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. Official financial terms of the contract have not been disclosed by the club. (cleveland.com)
3. The Cleveland Police Department is collecting new and lightly used shoes for the community. The Fill the Truck event will be at the Cleveland Patrolmen's Association location on 58th Street. The department is reportedly aiming to collect 3,000 shoes during the event. (Cleveland Patch)

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Today in Cleveland:

• Preschool Storytime (ages 3 - 5) At The Cleveland Public Library Main Branch (Noon)
• Fidget Friday At Cleveland Public Library Main Branch (3:00 PM)
• Virtual Afternoon Adventures At Cleveland Public Library Main Branch (4:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Cleveland Museum of Art shares a fascinating glimpse into how they prepare frames. The hardware is specially prepared to protect the paintings. (Instagram)
• The Cleveland Clinic shares the six benefits of drinking ale vera juice. Click to learn more. (Facebook)
• Donations for the Cleveland Public Library's Giving Day are still being accepted. Each donation makes an impact - no matter how large. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— 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.