🌱 Mysterious Kidnapping Report + New Clark Field Park Construction

Good morning, Cleveland! Important update: Today will be my last day as your host of the Cleveland Daily. Beginning tomorrow, you'll be hearing from a new local curator who will make this newsletter an even more valuable resource for the community. It's been a pleasure getting to know you and bringing you your news every day! — Danielle Fallon

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First, today's weather:

A shower and thunderstorm. High: 58 Low: 45.

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Here are the top three stories in Cleveland today:

1. The Cleveland Police Department is asking the community for information related to a reported kidnapping. The case revolves around the reported kidnapping of a roughly 18-year-old Black man near East 79th Street and St. Clair Avenue. Only one woman reportedly saw the incident with no additional witnesses or evidence being provided for the department's investigation. (Cleveland 19 News)
2. City officials broke ground on Saturday morning on the new Clark Field Park project. The project begins after a joint $5.5 million cleanup by the EPA and the city's sewer district. The new construction will cost roughly $2.9 million with the construction slated to be done in 12 to 18 months. (Cleveland 19 News)
3. Conflicting priorities for Cuyahoga County's new jail have been revealed by a community survey. Residents in the County are split on the jail's location, its necessity, and its hindrance to business. The only points that the community was in agreement on were that the new facility needs to provide ample free parking and a desire to continue to collect community input in the future. (cleveland.com)

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Today in Cleveland:

• Weekly Take and Write: Poetry Month At The Cleveland Public Library Main Branch (All Day)
• Preschool Storytime At The Cleveland Public Library Main Branch (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Cleveland Guardians have signed a 5-year contract extension with Myles Straw. The outfielder will remain with the club through the 2026 season with club options in 2027 and 2028. (Instagram)
• Are you looking for a tropical escape? The Cleveland Botanical Garden has tropical plants on display. (Facebook)
• The Cleveland Police Department celebrates the success of its recent shoe drive. The department has easily crushed its goal of collecting 3,000 shoes. Over 5,000 shoes have been collected so far. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— 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.