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The community turned out for the 2024 Avon Lake Homecoming Parade. Colorful and creative floats and cars carried students around the neighborhood of the high school. The celebration continued on from the Shoremen’s win over Midview the day before and was capped off with the Homecoming dance that night. Read More »

The City of Avon hosted a solemn 9-11 ceremony the morning of Sept. 11 at its Veterans Memorial within the aquatic center park. Police and fire officials gathered to pray and hear words from Mayor Bryan Jensen as the short ceremony emphasized the community vow to never forget the events of that tragic day. Taps from VFW Commander Kerry Barvincak ... Read More »

The Hope for B.E.S.T. K-9 Walk raised $12K from the walk on September 15th! Last year, they raised $10K and the year before that they raised $5K. So, to date, $27K has been raised for mental health awareness programs in Avon Local Schools in the past 3 years thanks to this mental health initiative. Photos provided by Hope for the ... Read More »

Community West Foundation and Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital presented the Second Annual Lutheran Hospital Volleyball Tournament at Mulberry’s Cleveland on Saturday, August 24. Thirty-four teams competed and over 250 people enjoyed some fun in the sun and every bump, set and spike was for a good cause with all proceeds supporting Lutheran Hospital behavioral health programs and services. Generous tournament ... Read More »

It was a battle of the unbeatens at Avon’s Mark Wahlberg Stadium last Friday night. But host Avon had little trouble getting past North Ridgeville with a decisive 38-7 victory. “Big time High School Football atmosphere tonight in Avon, OH,” posted Avon head coach Mike Elder on X. “Much appreciation to both communities for showing up and supporting our kids. ... Read More »

The Westlake Recreation Center was alive with activity on Saturday, Sept. 14, as the second annual Westlake Community Run and One Mile Walk was followed by a Wellness and Safety Day. 118 runners took part in the 5K with 29-year old Emily Ambrose of Cleveland taking first overall in the great time of 18:11. 33-year old Jeff Woos was second ... Read More »

In a major push to support community well-being, Community West Foundation has announced an impressive $1.14 million in grants for the third quarter. With $895,000 awarded to nonprofit organizations tackling mental and physical health challenges, disability services, and addiction recovery, the foundation is making a tangible difference in Cleveland, Western Cuyahoga, and Lorain Counties. Adding to this, an additional $245,000 ... Read More »

What’s a Skunk Fest, you may ask? Well, it’s a festival for skunks and it’s held each September in North Ridgeville’s South Central Park as a way for skunk lovers and skunk owners from everywhere to share some fun and discussions about skunks. This year’s fest was held Sept. 14. All Skunks were welcome although you did not need to ... Read More »

SCREENINGS For more information about our programs, contact the Community Outreach Department at UH St. John Medical Center at 440-827-5440. No screenings offered on holidays. Screenings may be canceled on days with inclement weather. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3 • 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Westlake Center for Community Services, Community Meeting Room, 28975 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake WEDNESDAY, ... Read More »

The City of Avon dedicated a new flagpole at the site of the Senior Center, thanks to a donation from the VFW. Commander Kerry Barvincek joined with Gerry Galant did the honors with the inaugural flag raising the morning of Sept. 10. Read More »