🌱 Gas Prices Increase + Snowplow Crash + Death Penalty Update

Happy Friday, Cleveland! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Not as cold. High: 38 Low: 32.

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Here are the top three stories in Cleveland today:

1. Greater Cleveland saw gas price hikes overnight. The prices reflect the price of oil that has reached a 14-year high. The average price of fuel has risen to $3.63 per gallon across the Cleveland area, according to the American Automobile Association. (cleveland.com)
2. Cuyahoga County prosecutors have decided not to seek the death penalty of Tamara McLoyd who allegedly murdered an off-duty Cleveland police offer. Off-duty officer Shane Bartek was killed during a New Year's Eve carjacking. Despite eligibility for the death penalty, the prosecutor's office's capital review committee has chosen to not seek those charges against the 18-year-old. (cleveland.com)
3. A driver crashed into an Ohio Department of Transportation snowplow in Cleveland on Wednesday night. Driver Jejuane Ross, 42, was suspected of being impaired during the crash and was subsequently arrested by Ohio State Highway Patrol. Thankfully, no serious injuries occurred during the crash. (Cleveland 19 News)

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Today in Cleveland:

• Latinx Make Art! At The Cleveland Public Library Main Branch Virtual Events (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Cleveland Museum of Art celebrates the legacy of Emery May Holden Norweb during Women's History Month. Click to learn more about Norweb. (Instagram)
• Did you know that Cinnabar-red polypore mushrooms can be found on dreary winter days? To search for the mushrooms, visit Cleveland Metroparks. (Facebook)
• During Women's History Month, the Cleveland Clinic recognizes the contributions of Lucile Van Derwyst, RN, in improving heart catheterization patients' care. (Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next 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.