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The Huffman Clinic: How to Lose Weight

Weight loss is not always as simple as changing your diet and exercise habits. For millions of Americans, losing weight requires medical help. If you are one of those people, there is nothing to be ashamed of. It is not your fault. It is a medical issue just like any other medical issue. You should never feel ashamed about going ... Read More »

University Hospitals Appoints Charlotte Wray President of UH Elyria Medical Center

University Hospitals (UH) has appointed Charlotte Wray, MSN, RN, MBA, as President of UH Elyria Medical Center. Since 2009, Ms. Wray has served as UH Elyria Medical Center’s Vice President of Clinical Operations, Information Systems and Chief Clinical and Information Officer. During her 25-year tenure with the hospital, she has also held the roles of Vice President, Clinical Operations; Director ... Read More »

‘Lunch of a Lifetime’ for Redwood Elementary Students

Keeping students engaged in reading over the summer can be a challenge. As a way to promote reading while school is out, Redwood Elementary School, 32967 Redwood Blvd., students were challenged throughout the summer to read and the winners receive a “Lunch of a Lifetime.” After all their hard work this summer, the “Lunch of a Lifetime” event took place ... Read More »

Avon St. Mary Dedicates New Outdoor Classroom, Prayer Garden

There is a small school on Stoney Ridge Road making big strides for education. St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception School dedicated a new Outdoor Classroom and Prayer Garden, located to the South of the Parish Center, on the morning of September 25. All students and faculty, as well as several parishioners, were on hand at Fr. Tom Cleaton, Pastor, ... Read More »

Westlake City Schools Recognized for Transparency Efforts

Westlake Schools CFO/Treasurer Mark C. Pepera was recognized on Thursday, Sept. 24, in Columbus by Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel as a leader in government transparency. Westlake Schools is among the initial 100 out of over 3,000 public entities to join the state’s OhioCheckbook.com program, launched with live data today. The project will provide the public greater access to expenditures made ... Read More »

Westlake Releases Quality Profile Report

Westlake City School District is one of more than 60 school districts throughout Ohio that released for the second consecutive year, a more comprehensive companion to the state’s district report card. The “Quality Profile” report includes additional accountability measures that define a high quality education and are not captured by the state report card. Since the state’s release date has ... Read More »

Bay Bids Farewell to Beloved Pastor

Bethesda’s Long-Time Pastor Retires After 38 Years Bethesda-on-the-Bay Lutheran Church bid a fond farewell to its pastor of 38 years, the Rev. Dennis Stylski, who retires on Oct. 1. His final service on Sept. 27 was attended by more than 360 past and present parishioners and friends, including the Rev. Karl Bierman, Assistant to the Bishop of the Northeast Ohio ... Read More »

Center for Body, Mind & Spirit October Calendar

These programs are free of charge and open to individuals diagnosed with cancer, their families and loved ones at The Center for Body, Mind & Spirit at Mercy Cancer Center, 41201 Schaden Road, Elyria. Services are available regardless of where patients receive treatment. Mercy Cancer Center is now affiliated with University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center. The Center for Body, Mind ... Read More »

Avon St. Mary Rocks the Challenge Two Years Running

Nearly 250 students, faculty, and volunteers enjoyed a beautiful day of sunshine and clear skies Monday, September 21, at St. Mary School. For the second straight year, Fit Me Up (FMU) Fitness led students in prayer using body and mind. This year’s school theme – “Go Make a Difference” – is a great fit with the “Rock the Challenge” obstacle ... Read More »

Avon-on-the-Lake Garden Club Past Presidents Honored

Fifteen past Presidents of the Avon-on-the-Lake Garden Club were recently honored at the September Past Presidents Tea held at the Avon Lake Public Library.  Photo by Janet Coffey. Read More »