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RRHS Drama Dept. Nominated for Seven Dazzle Awards

The Rocky River High School (RRHS) Drama Department received seven nominations for the 2019 Dazzle Awards presented by Pat & John Chapman, including a nomination for the Connor Family Best Musical (Tier 1) for the production of Singin’ in the Rain. In addition, RRHS was nominated for Best Ensemble/Chorus, Best Choreography Execution, Best Costume Design, Best Scenic Design and Best ... Read More »

Westlake Schools Honored

Westlake Schools CFO/Treasurer Todd Hopkins recently accepted the Auditor of State Award with Distinction for fiscal integrity. Less than 5% of government agencies are eligible for this recognition. Read More »

Bay Village Schools win the Ohio Auditor of State Award

The Bay Village City School District received the Ohio Auditor of State Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for fiscal year 2018. This award recognizes the effective financial practices in place throughout the district and our district’s commitment to fiscal transparency and accountability. The award is given to local governments and school districts upon the completion of a clean financial ... Read More »

Westlake Musicians Honored

WHS Chamber Orchestra and Jazz I student musicians were recognized by the Board of Education for their Superior performances at the Ohio Music Educators Conference. Read More »

RRMS Science Olympiad Team Competes at State Tournament

The Rocky River Middle School Science Olympiad team had a strong showing at the state competition on Saturday at Ohio State. The team posted nine top-20 finishes at the event. Eighth graders Ethan and Morgan were the top placing team, earning a gold medal for a first-place finish in the Mystery Architecture event. Seventh grader Alice and eighth grader Anna ... Read More »

Westlake Celebrates Arbor Day

Westlake has not lost sight of its ‘roots!’ Arbor Day had special significance at the Westlake Recreation Center on April 26 as Mayor Dennis Clough, Westlake Urban Forestry Manager Stan Barnard and members of the Westlake Garden Club gathered for a tree planting. Mayor Clough presented Garden Club co-presidents Sally Knurek and Shirley Lutts with a proclamation and Barnard shared ... Read More »

A ‘Heart’-felt Thank You to the Medical Team that Saved Her Life!

A special moment of gratitude took place at University Hospitals St. John Medical Center Monday afternoon when cardiac patient Eileen Horning visited the hospital to say thank you for saving her life in January. Eileen’s visit was sparked by a letter she sent recently asking hospital officials how she could best acknowledge the care she received. “I wanted to speak ... Read More »

Westlake Rec Center Hosts Free Community Safety and Wellness Fair May 18

Health Screenings, Touch-a-Truck, Free Bike Helmets, 70+ Exhibitors, Live Demos The City of Westlake and University Hospitals St. John Medical Center (UH SJMC) hosts its annual Community Safety and Wellness Fair on Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Westlake Recreation Center, 28955 Hilliard Boulevard. The event is free and open to the public. The ... Read More »

FREE Aging Eyes Lunch & Learn at Brunswick Pointe

On Thursday, May 23, Brunswick Pointe will hold a FREE Lunch and Learn on Aging Eyes presented by Tom Strong. RSVP to Danielle Shaffstall at 440.281.2932 or dbozicevich@riverview-pointe.net by Thursday, May 16, 2019. See their ad below for details. Read More »

Just in Time for Mother’s Day! Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Welcomes New Giraffe Calf

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo today announced the birth of a male giraffe calf that was born on April 15, 2019. Calf and mom, Jada, can be visible at times to guests in the giraffe barn. They are expected to soon join the rest of the Zoo’s Masai giraffe herd in the outdoor habitat alongside dad, Bo, nearly two-year-old Zawadi and his ... Read More »