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Last spring, Westlake High School senior Matt Eppele discovered an organization that aligned with his talents and beliefs. Matt is a volunteer with Bugles Across America (BAA), a non-profit organization based in Illinois that provides musicians to play taps at funeral services for local veterans. BAA was founded in 2000 when Congress passed legislation providing veterans a right to at ... Read More »

Westlake High School junior John Paul Southern recently was the youngest competitor in the Formula 3 (F3) class main support races at the Formula 1 (F1) Pirelli 2018 United State Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. The 16-year-old, who began racing at the age of 5, is one of only about 450 drivers in the world to have Federation Internationale de ... Read More »

Ever wonder where all the superheroes come from who appear at children’s events throughout the area? Chances are, they represent the group, ‘Superheroes to Kids in Ohio.’ It’s a nonprofit group founded in 2010 to spread good will through simple acts of kindness, the recognition of individuals who have battled through adversity and to encourage the involvement of ‘community’ to ... Read More »

Board Student Scholar Enrolled at the College to Begin Journey to Medical School A few years of accounting work at Sherwin-Williams positioned Chris Cullen for a comfortable career with the Fortune 500 company, his future as bright as the paint giant’s boldest colors. “I had everything you could ask for,” Cullen said. “I was in a great job with a ... Read More »

The Westlake High School Homecoming Weekend kicked off last Thursday with the annual Hall of Fame Induction Banquet held at Wagner’s. The night was filled with great memories and great stories. 2018 Inductees: Distinguished Alumni-Steve Richetti ’75, Steve had a wealth of political experience including serving as Chief of Staff for Vice President Joe Biden. Athletic Hall of Fame-Heather Breeden ... Read More »

Largest Gift in Hospital History Mary and Dr. Rustom Khouri, longtime supporters of University Hospitals St. John Medical Center, have committed $3 million to support renovations at the hospital’s emergency department which, in recognition of their gift, will be renamed the Khouri Center for Emergency Medicine. This is the largest gift to the hospital in its nearly 40-year history. “The ... Read More »

The Ohio Dept. of Education has released school reports cards for 2018 and Avon, Bay Village and Rocky River all earned A’s. Avon Lake and Westlake also made the honor roll with overall scores of B, while North Olmsted, North Ridgeville and Fairview Park achieved C’s The grades are based on comprehensive data ranging from achievement to graduation rates, preparing ... Read More »

Superheroes saved the day in Avon last Saturday as evil forces from the world of cartoon fantasy gathered at the Aquatic Center to kidnap Mayor Bryan Jensen, setting the stage for a day of costumed fun. The City, in partnership with the nonprofit charity, Superheroes to Kids in Ohio, staged the event to create a virtual comic book the afternoon ... Read More »

Avon Schools have launched a Parent Seminar Series this school year. Topics cover a variety of parenting concerns, here is the schedule: Read More »

Get ready for Avon Homecoming Week Sept. 24-28! Read More »