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🌱 Former Lakewood Hospital Under Construction + Cleveland Heroes Run

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Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with all the most important things happening in town today. Follow along for the latest.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and nice. High: 76 Low: 61.

Here are the top four stories today in Lakewood:

  1. The former site of Lakewood Hospital is undergoing some construction in preparation for future development. The Detroit Avenue property will be receiving an improved system for dealing with stormwater. (cleveland.com)
  2. Officials in Lakewood have unanimously voted to make abortion-related crimes the lowest priority when it comes to police funds. The decision will help reduce the likelihood of people facing legal issues should they decide to get an abortion. This does not include cases involving forced abortions, or negligence from a healthcare professional. (News 5 Cleveland WEWS)
  3. Popular teachers Bob Sedlak and Kellie Martin are saying goodbye to Lakewood High School. Visit the link to discover what they learned during their careers - and how it can help students prepare for the new academic year. (WKYC.com)
  4. On Sep. 11, the 20th annual Cleveland Heroes Run will take place in the West Park neighborhood. Proceeds from the event will go towards scholarships for the families of first responders who have been immortalized on West Park Police and Firefighters Memorial. Additional funds will be used to preserve the memorial, located on the border between Lakewood and Cleveland. (cleveland.com)

Today in Lakewood:

  • Board Of Building Standards/Architectural Board Of Review/Sign Review Board Review Meeting at Lakewood City Hall (5:30 PM)
  • 15 Week Yoga Therapy Class at Harmonic Journeys (5:30 PM)
  • Lakewood Community Relations Advisory Commission Meeting at Lakewood City Hall (6:30 PM)
  • Full Harvest Moon Ceremony at Harmonic Journeys (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The newest Cavalier is celebrating something more than joining the popular team this season. Donovan Mitchell turned 26 this weekend (but spent most of the time preparing to hit the court!). (Cleveland Cavaliers via Instagram)
  • Cheer on the Cleveland Browns when they face off against Michigan at FirstEnergy Stadium. Tickets are on sale now for the February match, so hockey fans take notice! (Cleveland Browns via Instagram)
  • Everyone's getting excited for the Lakewood Community Festival weekend (and it's easy to see why)! Be sure to stop by to get your fill of fun events and activities for the whole family. (City of Lakewood, Ohio - Municipal Government via Facebook)
  • Do you scream for ice cream? Students at Lakewood City Schools sure do, as they enjoyed a delightful Ice Cream Social hosted by Board members and the Lakewood Council of PTAs. (Lakewood City Schools via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.

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