Community spirit was running high in Avon the morning of May 28 as more than 1400 participants turned out for the 16th annual Eagle Run presented by Mercy. Proceeds from the run go to benefit the Avon Schools Education Endowment Fund and local charities. Runners had a variety of events to choose from, including a 5 Mile Run, 5K Run ... Read More »
The City of Bay Village is saying goodbye to one of its finest ambassadors, Rose the School Guard. Rose, a fixture at the corner of West Oviatt and Cahoon Road, is retiring from duty after 35 years on the job. She has been one of Bay Village’s most recognized and friendliest faces for all that time. She not only ... Read More »
Longtime employee Denise Ayres, LSW of Far West Center was awarded the prestigious Mental Health Provider Award at NAMI Greater Cleveland’s May 22 Annual Meeting. In her 20+-year career at Far West Center, Denise, a licensed social worker, has always stayed true in her dedication to the well-being of the most severely ill clients. Denise’s tireless work for the Compeer friendship ... Read More »
Navi Baskar will be honored as the Avon High School Valedictorian representing the Class of 2016 when graduation exercises take place tonight, May 31, at 7 p.m. at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Center. Co-Salutatorians are Peter Stamatis and Ben Waters The Class of 2016 will graduate 269 students Avon High School Valedictorian – Navi Baskar College – University of Pittsburgh ... Read More »
Two Outings Double the Fun! Reserve Your Foursome Now! 23rd Annual Triumph Fore the Cure Golf Outing Monday, June 20 Westwood Country Club in Rocky River 23rd Annual Women’s Golf Scramble – Turning the greens to pink! Golf Scramble benefiting the Breast Health Center, Moll Pavilion at Fairview Hospital. Proceeds from this event will provide free mammograms and breast exams to uninsured and ... Read More »
By Thomas F. Hill Memorial Day weekend is upon us and the Fourth of July is just around the corner. Citizens everywhere will be asked to honor our Flag. Do you know the protocols? When The American Flag is displayed with a Color Guard during a parade or other formal type ceremony, those observing this function should: 1.) Stand at ... Read More »
Nothing captures the American imagination more than the allure of space exploration. So, when Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field opened its doors to a two-day public open house last week, thousands of visitors were able to tour one of northeast Ohio’s greatest assets. “The public’s response to the first day of the NASA Glenn open house in Cleveland was ... Read More »
Westlake High School senior Tommy Bowles was awarded the John and Annie Glenn Undergraduate Scholarship for demonstrating a commitment to public service. Tommy will receive $55,300 over four years to attend The Ohio State University, where he will major in Public Affairs. Tommy was selected from among seven finalists based on his academic credentials and the content of his application ... Read More »
Have you ever wondered what lies beyond the gate of the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland? Well, here is your chance to see the facilities where NASA Glenn has contributed to some of the nation’s greatest innovations over the last 75 years. Join in on May 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Lewis Field ... Read More »
The City of Avon will honor and pay tribute to three local military veterans who were killed while on active military duty. The Memorial Ceremony Tribute will be held on Wednesday, May 18, from 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm at Avon High School located at 37545 Detroit Road. Honored will be Marine Corporal David F. Schneider, who was killed in ... Read More »
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