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The Ohio State Fair Junior Fair Board is made up of our great state’s best and brightest young leaders, hand-picked to contribute to the success of the Ohio State Fair each year. Selected to represent their respective youth organizations, these students serve on behalf of thousands of students across Ohio. As ambassadors for 4-H, FFA, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Farm ... Read More »

It was a night to remember at Bistro83 as the Power of More Chamber group met for an exciting Business After Hours event the afternoon of July 19. Bistro83’s Bud Hagy and the chamber’s John Sobolewski welcomed dozens of chamber members who were wowed by the new Bistro83 Wine Room, Raw Bar and outdoor patio. Bistro83 has rapidly grown to ... Read More »

Westlake kicked off July 4th morning with the city’s annual Independence Day parade from Burneson Middle School on Dover to Clague Park. As hundreds of spectators lined Hilliard Blvd., city leaders, civic officials and community groups all took part in this celebration of freedom. At 11:15, Mayor Dennis M. Clough, members of City Council, and special guests honored America’s birthday ... Read More »

The 3rd annual Great Avon Bike Parade was a hit July 4th morning as several hundred kids and their families gathered at the Aquatic Center park for a patriotic ride to celebrate our nation’s birthday. All were welcome to decorate their bikes, trikes, wagons and scooters to help celebrate America. Grand Parade Marshall was Breanna Sprenger, who was presented a ... Read More »

Summer Market: Friday, July 27, 3-9 p.m. & Saturday, July 28, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Veterans Memorial Park. The Summer Market is a unique outdoor festival and benefit held in Avon Lake. Thousands of guests visit the Market each year to shop for furniture, jewelry, art, vintage items, fresh produce, home decor, and a variety of other goods from more ... Read More »

Family Aquatic Center at Clague Park The old pool has now been completely removed. The two existing water slides from the former pool will be renovated in place, and a new dedicated 1,200 sf plunge pool will be constructed at the exit of those slides. Construction will begin on the 5,700 sf lap and diving pool, followed by the family ... Read More »

Avon Daisy Troop 50259 joined with Avon Mayor Bryan Jensen, Fire Chief Frank Root III and Police Chief Richard Bosley as they assisted Renee Collins in the ribbon-cutting for a new Blessing Box in Avon. The Blessing Box, installed along the drive behind the Police and Fire Stations, is stocked with food basics free for those in need to take. ... Read More »

The Dog Days of summer are here and Moose’s Mission of Avon is supporting their blanket and toy drive for dogs with a number of Lemonade Stands around town. Dedicated to supporting dogs while they await their Forever Homes, Moose’s Mission has provided 1000 pet toys and 800 blankets so far this year to the cause. They donate to many ... Read More »

Services for Richard H. “Dick” Feagler, noted Cleveland journalist and TV personality, will be held July 14 at Bay High at noon. Visitation will be hosted at Busch Funeral and Crematory Services of Avon Lake on Friday, July 6. Feagler died July 1, 2018 in Bay Village. He was 79 years old. Feagler served as an anchor at WKYC, as well ... Read More »

Q-Lab Corporation recently celebrated its third annual Westlake Police and Firefighters Appreciation Day. The event, held at its Canterbury Road headquarters, honors the men and women who put their lives at risk every day in support of the local community. Several dozen men and women from the Westlake police and fire departments enjoyed a catered buffet, refreshments, outdoor games and ... Read More »