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What's up Solon! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • When will Solon Community Park and Sebastian's Playground fully reopen?
  • How will Solon's new school levy change the next five years?
  • How a Solon Facebook car sale exploded into a 115-mph chase

Also on today's calendar: Luncheon and Fashion Show and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Sunday: Warm with clouds and sun, temps: high: 83, low: 66.
  • Monday: Warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 83 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Park renovation manager pressed for answers (chagrinvalleytoday.com) — Solon's long-awaited Community Park renovation is now projected for final completion around Oct. 12–15, with Sebastian's Playground expected to reopen by Labor Day weekend. City council members pressed the project manager over months of delays, safety concerns, and cost changes, while learning that parking, restrooms, concessions, and the new entry gate should all be ready by the October deadline.
   

2. School treasurer says levy funds invaluable in 5-year forecast (chagrinvalleytoday.com) — Solon Schools' treasurer says the recently passed 6.9-mill operating levy is keeping the district "solid and strong" in its new five-year financial forecast, avoiding major cuts. At the first evening board meeting of the year, officials detailed when levy dollars arrive, approved building substitute positions and extracurricular contracts, and highlighted back-to-school community events and safety reminders for drivers.
   

3. Two Teens Rob Man's Car at Gunpoint, But They Don't Get Very Far (mandatory.com) — A Facebook Marketplace car sale in Solon turned into an armed carjacking and 115-mph chase that ended in a multi-car crash and serious injuries. Solon police arrested the 18-year-old driver at the scene and recovered a loaded handgun, while the 19-year-old accomplice faces charges after hospital treatment. No life-threatening injuries were reported among the other drivers and children involved.
   

4. Twinsburg council weighs renewal of 5-year Flock police camera deal (cleveland.com) — Twinsburg officials are debating a five-year renewal of Flock license plate-reading cameras, a system that already links with nearby departments in Solon and Aurora. As council weighs cost, privacy, and data-retention concerns ahead of September votes, police argue the shared camera network has become a key tool for tracking stolen vehicles and other investigations across neighboring communities.
   

5. 'Adult Swim' veteran gives us horror comedy 'Buddy' (courant.com) — A new R-rated horror-comedy film, "Buddy," was partly shot at a house in Solon, putting the city on the map for a nationwide theatrical release. Director Casper Kelly and local producer Tyler Davidson used several Northeast Ohio locations and praised the region's film-friendly atmosphere. Scenes with stars Cristin Milioti and Topher Grace were primarily filmed here.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Saturday August 29
  • Bison Volleyball Tournament @ Mayfield
    Bryden Elementary School Beachwood, OH 44122
    7:30 am
  • Girls Freshman Volleyball vs Chardon
    Chagrin Falls Ex Village Quesinberry Gym
    9:00 am
  • Girls Varsity Volleyball at Chardon
    Chagrin Falls Ex Village Chardon HS
    9:00 am
  • Boys JV Football at Orange
    Chagrin Falls Ex Village Orange High School
    10:00 am
  • Girls JV Volleyball at Chardon
    Chagrin Falls Ex Village Madison HS
    10:00 am
  • Boys' Soccer (Varsity) v. Chagrin Falls High School
    Bryden Elementary School Beachwood High School Stadium
    6:15 pm
    • Sunday August 30
  • Farmers Market →
    Chagrin Falls, OH Calendar, 5 N Franklin Street, Chagrin Falls
    9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

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  • Kimco Facility Services, LLC posted a job opening for Warehouse Floor Technician in Solon. Apply here.
  • Carrols Corporation posted a job opening for Restaurant General Manager in Solon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Solon here.

Ok Solon! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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