🌱 Man Rescued From Rocky River Ledge + Cuyahoga Is Now A CDC Red Zone

Hello, everybody! It's Saturday in Strongsville and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Here we go...

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 72 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories in and around Strongsville today:

1. A Strongsville man was rescued by Berea firefighters on May 28. The man was stuck on a ledge overlooking the Rocky River after misjudging the drop to the ledge. The man climbed over a fence at the overlook to reach the ledge that was about 40 feet above the river. (cleveland.com)
2. Cuyahoga County has been designated by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as a Red Zone. The designation indicates that the county has a high rate of COVID-19 transmission. Cuyahoga County is one of six counties in the state that were updated with the designation on Thursday night. (Cleveland.com)
3. The Cuyahoga Medical Examiner has identified the man that was fatally shot by a Cuyahoga County Metropolitan Housing Authority police officer in front of the Union Square High Rise. Demond Eskridge, 42-years-old, died on Thursday while being treated for his injuries at University Hospitals. Eskridge was reportedly throwing multiple objects from a seventh-floor balcony before being shot. (19 News)

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Today in Strongsville:

• Summer Splash Craft & Vendor Show At Strongsville Ehrnfelt Recreation Center (9:00 AM)
• Strongsville Duck Race And Kids Fest At Cleveland Metroparks Chalet (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Cleveland Cavaliers offer a behind-the-scenes look at their updated brand. Click to view the one-of-a-kind footage. (Cleveland Cavaliers via Instagram)
• The Strongsville Police Department turns its sights on a new public service campaign: Buckle up or you will get a ticket. (Strongsville Police Department via Facebook)
• The Strongsville Sandlot, a pickup baseball program sponsored by the Strongsville Recreation Center, has posted its 2022 season schedule on a piece of notebook paper. Click to join the league and enjoy America's favorite pastime. (Strongsville Sandlot via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! I'll catch up with you bright and early Monday with a new 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.